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PDE4D gene variants and haplotypes are associated with asthma and atopy in Brazilian children
Immunobiology. 2023 Aug 3;228(5):152724. doi: 10.1016/j.imbio.2023.152724. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTPDE4D (Phosphodiesterase 4D) gene encodes a hydrolase of cyclic AMP. PDE4D genetic variants have been associated with asthma susceptibility. Therefore, this study aimed to investigate the association between PDE4D variants (and haplotypes) with asthma and atopy in a Brazilian population. The study comprised 1,246 unrelated participants from the SCAALA (Social Changes Asthma and Allergy in Latin America) program. Genotyping was performed using the Illumina 2.5 Human Omni bead chip. Multivariate logistic regression was us...
Source: Immunobiology - August 7, 2023 Category: Allergy & Immunology Authors: Hatilla Dos Santos Silva Helena Mariana Pitangueira Teixeira Luciano Gama da Silva Gomes Álvaro A Cruz Neuza Maria Alcantara-Neves Maur ício Barreto Camila Alexandrina Figueiredo Ryan Dos Santos Costa Source Type: research
Quality of prescription writing in Brazilian primary health care
Prim Health Care Res Dev. 2023 Jul 31;24:e49. doi: 10.1017/S1463423623000415.ABSTRACTOBJECTIVE: To evaluate the quality of prescription writing in the context of public primary health care.BACKGROUND: Prescription errors are one of the leading patient safety problems in primary care and can be caused by errors in therapeutic decisions or in the quality of prescription writing.METHODS: Cross-sectional observational study conducted in a municipality in Northeastern Brazil. The assessment instrument (including 13 indicators and one composite indicator) was applied to a representative sample of drug prescriptions from the 24 F...
Source: Primary Care - July 31, 2023 Category: Primary Care Authors: Alm ária Mariz Batista Zenewton Andr é da Silva Gama Pedro Jes ús Saturno Hernández Dyego Souza Source Type: research
Evolution of nutritional status and associated factors among formula-fed infants with cow ’s milk protein allergy in a government program
ConclusionThe program has a significant impact on the NS of infants with CMPA. The constant management and implementation of differentiated criteria according to the evolution of NS for the supply of HF is fundamental in the continuity of this public policy.
Source: Archives of Public Health - May 12, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Urgent 'do not eat' recall for popular type of carrot cake and muesli over undeclared allergy fears
The food safety watchdog have issued warnings over the potential risks posed by Melting Moments carrot cakes, which contain peanuts and Rude Health organic ultimate muesli, which contain brazil nuts.
Source: the Mail online | Health - April 24, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Safety and Efficacy of Combination SARS-CoV-2 Neutralizing Monoclonal Antibodies Amubarvimab Plus Romlusevimab in Nonhospitalized Patients With COVID-19
CONCLUSION: Amubarvimab plus romlusevimab was safe and significantly reduced the risk for hospitalization and/or death among nonhospitalized adults with mild to moderate SARS-CoV-2 infection at high risk for progression to severe disease.PRIMARY FUNDING SOURCE: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases of the National Institutes of Health.PMID:37068272 | DOI:10.7326/M22-3428
Source: Annals of Internal Medicine - April 17, 2023 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Teresa H Evering Kara W Chew Mark J Giganti Carlee Moser Mauricio Pinilla David Alain Wohl Judith S Currier Joseph J Eron Arzhang Cyrus Javan Rachel Bender Ignacio David Margolis Qing Zhu Ji Ma Lijie Zhong Li Yan Ulises D'Andrea Nores Keila Hoover Bharat Source Type: research
Soybean allergen Gly m 1 in the atmosphere of a Brazilian Southern town
The allergen from soybean dust (Gly m 1) was described as possible cause of asthma in predisposed individuals, particularly in soy unloading port areas and soy workers. Concentrations that can cause sensitization and symptoms are unknown. We hypothise that the levels are high, considering Brazil a major soybean producer.
Source: Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology - February 1, 2023 Category: Allergy & Immunology Authors: Nelson Ros ário, Cinthya Thom de Souza, Ernesto Taketomi, Juliana Miranda, Ricardo Godoi Source Type: research
Direct oral amoxicillin challenge for the outpatient evaluation of brazilian children and adolescents with low risk reactions
Antibiotic allergy labels contribute to longer hospitalizations, development of drug-resistant strains and are associated with increased costs and resource burdens for outpatient and hospital healthcare. Amoxicillin Direct Oral Challenge (DOC) may be safe and effective to delabeling low risk patients.
Source: Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology - February 1, 2023 Category: Allergy & Immunology Authors: Raquel Pitchon, Adriana Pitchon, Laura Locamo, Aline Almeida, Adriano Freitas, Sofia Miranda, Sophia Alvares, Beatriz Sousa, Victor Lima, Amelia Melo, Amanda Abreu, Alexandre Filho, Leticia Nogueira Source Type: research
Preexposure Prophylaxis Gives Good Results in Latin America Preexposure Prophylaxis Gives Good Results in Latin America
A prospective Brazilian study found that same-day initiation of PrEP for HIV prevention is feasible and is associated with high adherence and long-term engagement.Medscape Medical News
Source: Medscape Allergy Headlines - January 20, 2023 Category: Allergy & Immunology Tags: HIV/AIDS News Source Type: news
