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1. A cárie dentária pode impactar na qualidade da saúde bucal de crianças na primeira infância?
A presença da cárie dentária poderá afetar negativamente a qualidade de vida relacionada à saúde bucal (QVRSB) tanto da criança como a da sua família
, levando, muitas vezes, a uma condição bucal de completa destruição dentária e dor, comprometendo a mastigação, promovendo a perda de apetite e de peso, déficit de crescimento, dificul
Núcleo de Telessaúde Amazonas. Publicado em: 12/06/2023
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2. Comparison of pain levels developed during intramuscular injections to laterofemoral and ventrogluteal regions in children: a randomized controlled study
SUMMARY OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to compare the levels of pain developed during intramuscular injections to the laterofemoral and ventrogluteal regions in children. METHODS: The study population consisted of all children aged between 7 and 12 years who presented to the pediatric emergency clinic of a hospital. The sample consisted of 62 childre
Revista da Associação Médica Brasileira. Publicado em: 2023
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3. Evaluation of malnutrition frequency and related factors of geriatric patients in need of home healthcare
SUMMARY OBJECTIVE: The nutritional status of frail elderly people receiving home health services should be evaluated. This study aimed to determine the nutritional status of patients aged ≥65 years registered in the Home Healthcare Services unit and investigate the factors that may be associated with malnutrition. METHODS: This cross-sectional descriptiv
Revista da Associação Médica Brasileira. Publicado em: 2023
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4. Hospitalization due to mental and behavioral disorders caused by use of alcohol and psychoactive substances among older adults and elderly people in Brazil: a cross-sectional study
ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: It has been estimated that 17% of individuals aged 50 years or older suffer from addiction to legal or illegal drugs. Use of alcohol and psychoactive substances has been correlated with several diseases, e.g. psychiatric conditions and cardiovascular and sexual dysfunctions. Objective: To discuss the Brazilian profile of mental and beh
Sao Paulo Medical Journal. Publicado em: 2022
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5. Epidemiological profile of suicide attempts in a municipality in southwest Paraná, from 2017 to 2020
SUMMARY OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to analyze the epidemiological profile and psychological disorder of the suicide attempt cases in Francisco Beltrão, Paraná. METHODS: This is an epidemiological descriptive/qualitative study of suicide attempts conducted between 2017 and 2020. This study used data from the Brazilian Information system for notifications
Revista da Associação Médica Brasileira. Publicado em: 2022
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6. The mental health of Brazilian healthcare professionals during the COVID-19 pandemic: a longitudinal study
Objective: To compare the distress level among Brazilian healthcare professionals during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic and estimate risks by sex, age, and occupation. Methods: In a longitudinal cohort design, a nationally distributed online survey was used to collect data from 10,490 active healthcare professionals who worked during the p
Brazilian Journal of Psychiatry. Publicado em: 2022
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7. Vestibular assessment in children aged zero to twelve years: an integrative review
Abstract Objective: To describe the main vestibular assessment tests performed in children aged zero to twelve years and the main causes of referral for vestibular assessment. Methods: The review was guided by the following question: What are themain vestibular assessment tests performed in children aged zero to twelve years and the main causes of referral
Brazilian Journal of Otorhinolaryngology. Publicado em: 2022
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8. Loneliness and associated factors among Brazilian adolescents: results of national adolescent school-based health survey 2015
Abstract Objective: To identify the associated factors to loneliness among Brazilian adolescents, considering this is a knowledge gap and given its severity. The United Nations estimates that mental health problems affect approximately 20% of adolescents worldwide. Methods: This is a cross-sectional study with data from the National Adolescent School-based
Jornal de Pediatria. Publicado em: 2022
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9. Overweight/obesity in adolescents with phenylketonuria: protective and predisposing factors
Abstract Objective: To estimate the prevalence and factors associated with overweight/obesity development in adolescents with early diagnosed phenylketonuria treated exclusively by diet. Methodology: In this cross-sectional study anthropometric measurements, serum phenylalanine levels, and 10 metabolites associated with lipid and carbohydrate metabolism we
Jornal de Pediatria. Publicado em: 2022
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10. Prevalence of suicide in cocaine users accessing health services: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Objective: This study reviewed and analyzed the prevalence of suicidal behaviors among cocaine users who sought health services. Methods: This is a systematic review and meta-analysis of studies published until January 2021. PubMed/MEDLINE, Scopus, Embase, PsycINFO, and LILACS were searched. The inclusion criteria were observational (retrospective or prospe
Brazilian Journal of Psychiatry. Publicado em: 2022
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11. Poor Trunk Flexibility is Associated with Cardiovascular Risk Factors
Abstract Background: Poor flexibility is a predictor of reduced physical activity. The association between trunk flexibility and cardiovascular risk factors (CVRFs) is not well understood. Objective: To identify the prevalence of CVRFs and their association with trunk flexibility in individuals participating in a community-based health education program.
International Journal of Cardiovascular Sciences. Publicado em: 2022
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12. Violence against health personnel before and during the COVID-19 pandemic
SUMMARY OBJECTIVE: Violence in the workplace has been an alarming phenomenon around the world. The aim of this study was to analyze the frequency of violence against health personnel in urgent and emergency departments, before and during the COVID-19 pandemic. METHODS: This is an exploratory cross-sectional study including a structured online survey with t
Revista da Associação Médica Brasileira. Publicado em: 2022