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“Ordem de saúde, norma familiar”: entrelaçando os saberes técnico-científicos sanitaristas e o conhecimento cultural popular de medicina familiar no imaginário coletivo
Authors: Santos Antonio Nacilio Sousa dos , Kehler Gabriel dos Santos , Lima Antônio José Araújo , Fraga Francielly Vieira , Leandro Alan Carvalho , Souza Vera Lúcia Teodoro dos Santos , Bernardini Julian Alexander , Rodrigues Rodrigo Elton Ferreira , Eichstadt Esther Fernanda Sasse , Dutra Luciana da Costa , Marques Daniela Ferreira , Carvalho Láisa Rebecca Sousa , Lima Adeânio Almeida , Andrade Diogo Gomes de
Published: September 2024

Ao longo da historiografia, observamos diversas situações de confronto entre o saber técnico-científico e o saber cultural, este último transmitido de geração em geração. Assim como no passado, a “ordem de saúde” ainda enfrenta resistência no imaginário coletivo das famílias, que utilizam sua cultura como meio e mecanismo para cuidar da saúde. Embora esses conflitos tenham diminuído, ainda é possível perceber a persistência desses confrontos nas microrelações familiares. Neste contexto, a pergunta que se impõe é: como o saber médico, fundamentado em evidências científicas, e o saber cultural, transmitido ao longo das gerações, interagem e influenciam as práticas de cuidado com a saúde nas famílias? Através de uma pesquisa qualitativa (Minayo, 2016) e revisão bibliográfica (Gil, 1999), adotando uma perspectiva compreensiva (Weber, 2009), analisamos situações, contextos e evidências que mostram como esses dois saberes podem se aproximar, em vez de se distanciar, em situações de comorbidades. Baseamo-nos teoricamente em autores como Costa (1999), Cascudo (1971), Wagner (2017), Schwartcz e Starling (2019), entre outros. As evidências coletadas indicam que, ao invés de promover um distanciamento entre o saber técnico-científico e o saber cultural, a aproximação desses dois olhares pode resultar em abordagens mais abrangentes e eficazes para o cuidado com a saúde. Um exemplo concreto dessa aproximação são as PICS (Práticas Integrativas e Complementares em Saúde), onde preveni agravos à saúde, promovendo a recuperação, enfatizando a escuta acolhedora, construindo laços terapêuticos e a conexão entre ser humano, meio ambiente e a cultura da sociedade. Reconhecendo e respeitando o valor do conhecimento cultural, os profissionais de saúde podem desenvolver estratégias mais inclusivas e culturalmente sensíveis, estimulando uma saúde mais integrada e personalizada. Portanto, a integração do saber técnico-científico com o saber cultural não apenas é desejável, mas também necessária para a construção de práticas de saúde mais compreensivas. A reflexão contínua sobre essa interação e a promoção de um diálogo aberto entre diferentes formas de conhecimento são fundamentais para enfrentar os desafios contemporâneos e futuros na área da saúde.
O diassicronismo entre o currículo crítico e a interculturalidade: questões a se pensar
Authors: Paes Luciane Rocha , Gama Patrícia Regis , Silva Diana Magalhães da , Jordão Elinara Passos
Published: September 2024

O presente texto tem por intuito fazer uma breve reflexão crítica sobre as bases do debate científico da teoria crítica do currículo, tal como sua fundamentação teórica Marxista, focalizando particularmente os fundamentos do currículo crítico pelo pressuposto de formação integral do homem dada a ideia da emancipação da classe trabalhadora. Elucida-se sobre o currículo crítico e seus desdobramentos que subsidia também o conceito da educação intercultural defendida como mecanismo de emancipação e autonomia dos povos tradicionais indígenas. Esta discussão nasce para que possamos fazer uma pontual reflexão sobre as determinações política e ideológicas da homogeneização dos saberes e da cultura, para que cada vez mais fique mais evidente as questões sobre qual é o principal papel da educação no contexto do sistema social que vivemos nos dias atuais? Qual são as relações de poder que permeiam o currículo e a educação? Logo, é necessário entender que, a proposta do currículo intercultural é a reconstrução fundamental da sociedade não indígena e dos indígenas, visto que, transcorre de uma imposição cultural que está presente no currículo tradicional para a ressignificação em um processo de construção e reconstrução da valorização da cultura dos povos indígenas, com uma visão histórica e crítica sobre a necessidade de se efetivar ações para a conservação e sustentação da cultura materna. Por fim, a conjuntura desta analise defende centralmente o processo de efetivação do currículo intercultural crítico como caminho para a consolidação de direitos, sobretudo de justiça social para com os povos indígenas, fazendo frente ao processo colonial histórico disposto no Brasil, dispondo que, impreterivelmente se prevaleça o que se manifesta nos aparatos legais a partir da constituição de 1988.
Visão, concepção e discurso de professores que ensinam astrobiologia
Authors: Voelzke Marcos Rincon , Spinardi José Ivan
Published: September 2024

Este estudo investiga como a Astrobiologia é ensinada em instituições de ensino superior no Brasil, explorando as abordagens dos professores, suas perspectivas e o impacto na formação de profissionais capacitados para enfrentar desafios interdisciplinares. A metodologia utilizada inclui a análise qualitativa de 71 respostas de professores, coletadas por e-mail ao longo de um ano. A análise dos resultados destaca a importância da participação dos docentes, promovendo reflexões sobre suas práticas educacionais, a relevância social da astrobiologia, o despertar do interesse público e a contribuição para o avanço do conhecimento científico. Este estudo reforça o papel crucial da astrobiologia na formação de profissionais e no desenvolvimento da ciência e educação no Brasil. Além de contribuir para a compreensão do ensino de Astrobiologia, o estudo promove o engajamento da sociedade na busca por respostas sobre a existência de vida fora da Terra. Uma correlação emergente entre inteligência artificial (IA), Astrobiologia e formação de professores é identificada. A IA pode ser uma ferramenta valiosa para aprimorar o Ensino de Astrobiologia, personalizando o aprendizado e inspirando uma nova geração de cientistas. A formação de professores nesse contexto exige tanto conhecimento tecnológico quanto compreensão pedagógica.
Do Romantismo à Pós-modernidade: a mulher e o castigo na literatura
Authors: Batista Sidinei Eduardo , Agnol Ana Carla Nunes Dall’
Published: September 2024

Este trabalho tem por objetivo, à luz da Análise do Discurso de linha francesa, discutir enunciados que abordem questões relacionadas à prostituição feminina em textos literários (romances), que estão contidos nos seguintes movimentos literários: Romantismo, Modernidade e, sobretudo, na Pós-modernidade. Para a elaboração deste artigo, nos basearemos, especificamente, nas contribuições de Michel Foucault, portanto, nos utilizaremos do método arqueológico proposto por este filosofo. Os romances que formam o nosso arquivo são: Lucíola de José de Alencar, Os Condenados de Oswald de Andrade, O Evangelho Segundo Jesus Cristo de José Saramago, Memórias de Minhas Putas Tristes de Gabriel Garcia Marques e A Santa do Cabaré de Moacir Japiassu. No arquivo, aqui proposto, analisamos um conjunto de enunciados verbais, dispersos e heterogêneos, ditos pelos narradores dos romances, que representam/legitimam o discurso religioso judaico-cristão, que condena a prostituição e apresenta a morte como meio de castigo e redenção para as mulheres que incorrem nesse pecado.
Sífilis Gestacional: cenário epidemiológico dos casos notificados no estado do Tocantins
Authors: Costa Luis Fernando Martins Veras , Silva Giordano Bruno Rodrigues da , Azevedo Júnior Klauber de Araújo Souza , Pires Wesllen Moura
Published: September 2024

A sífilis é um importante agravo da saúde pública, pois afeta indivíduos como um todo. Quando adquirida na gravidez pode resultar em complicações irreversíveis para o feto. O presente estudo tem como objetivo conhecer o perfil epidemiológico da sífilis gestacional no estado do Tocantins durante os anos de 2019 a 2023. Trata-se de um estudo epidemiológico, do tipo ecológico com foco descritivo, referente ao número de casos notificados por sífilis em gestantes, obtidos por meio da consulta ao Departamento de Informática do Sistema Único de Saúde (DATASUS). Foram analisadas como variáveis: número de casos, ano de diagnóstico, faixa etária, raça, escolaridade e classificação clínica. Os dados foram tabulados e analisados através do Microsoft Excel 2016 e apresentados em forma de gráficos e tabela. Observou-se durante os anos avaliados 2.896 notificações de sífilis em gestantes. O ano de 2022 apresentou o maior percentual de casos (24,38%) quando comparado aos demais anos. Foi constatado um maior predomínio em pardas (73%), na faixa etária de 20 a 39 anos (71,89%), com ensino médio completo (31,04%) e apresentação clínica primária (33,63%). Neste estudo, foi visualizado um grande número de informações ignoradas ou em branco o que inviabiliza uma análise verdadeira de algumas variáveis.
Gestão do cuidado em saúde da família através da ferramenta projeto terapêutico familiar
Authors: Melo Dilene Fontinele Catunda , Ribeiro Marcos Aguiar , Albuquerque Izabelle Mont’Alverne Napoleão , Mourão Netto José Jeová , Aragão Joyce Mazza Nunes , Lima Lidiana Ximenes Sérvulo Moreira , Cavalcante Rosângela Souza , Porto Gizele Soares Martins , Holanda Deborah Ximenes Torres , Oliveira Francisco Deyvid Linhares de
Published: September 2024

O Projeto Terapêutico Familiar (PTF) é uma tecnologia que possibilita a mudança na produção e gestão do cuidado na Estratégia de Saúde da Família. O objetivo deste artigo foi desenvolver um PTF visando promover a saúde e o bem-estar da família, por meio da identificação de necessidades, problemas e recursos disponíveis, visando estabelecer intervenções integradas e multidisciplinares que potencializem a comunicação, a resolução de conflitos e o fortalecimento dos vínculos familiares. O presente PTS destaca a importância de utilizar ferramentas de abordagem familiar, permitindo uma visão abrangente da família e seu contexto, além de considerar a questão emocional que impacta negativamente e afeta a família, assim como o diagnóstico da dinâmica familiar. Essa estratégia de acompanhamento é fundamental na atenção primária à saúde, pois possibilita entender as necessidades e desejos dos membros da família e sua estrutura. Dessa forma, é possível identificar os principais problemas e implementar intervenções com base no trabalho interdisciplinar. Assim, a equipe reconhece que a abordagem familiar é um meio eficaz de interação, promovendo a compreensão das relações entre os membros, o fortalecimento de vínculos e a compreensão do processo saúde-doença.
Dependência química na população idosa: um protocolo de revisão de escopo
Authors: Araújo Ana Caroline Laurentino , Maciel Tatiana Frade , Moura Leides Barroso Azevedo , Tavares Grasielle Silveira
Published: September 2024

Trata-se de um protocolo de revisão de escopo seguindo a metodologia Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) no qual pretende-se mapear a literatura científica global que estuda sobre a dependência química e o envelhecimento. A estratégia de busca utilizada considera como população as pessoas idosas, o conceito será a dependência química e o contexto será nível global. Os estudos a serem incluídos serão quantitativos e qualitativos publicados no idioma inglês, espanhol e português, no período de janeiro de 2014 a junho de 2024 nas bases: US National Library of Medicine (PubMed), Scopus, Portal da BVS, Embase e Web of Science. Dois pesquisadores independentes realizarão a etapa de seleção dos estudos de forma cega e armazenarão os dados no software bibliográfico EndNote versão web. Os dados serão exportados para o programa Rayyan e a primeira seleção ocorrerá a partir da leitura do título e resumo. Posteriormente será feita leitura integral do estudo. Os dados importantes serão apresentados em forma de tabela baseada na Metodologia JBI. Pretende-se conhecer os estudos desenvolvidos na lógica da gerontologia e analisar as categorias temáticas discutidas nas pesquisas sobre a dependência química na fase da vida da velhice.
Atuação extrajudicial da Procuradoria Regional do Trabalho da Quarta Região para o combate ao trabalho em condições análogas à escravidão do Brasil
Authors: Rodrigues Vanderlei Lunardi , Mattje Emerson Tyrone , Santos Everton Rodrigo , Lepikson Maria de Fátima Pessôa
Published: September 2024

Este estudo estabelece uma análise dos Termos de Ajuste de Conduta (TACs) firmados pelo(a) Ministério Público do Trabalho/Procuradoria Regional do Trabalho da Quarta Região (MPT/PRT4) no primeiro trimestre de 2023, sob o viés da proteção ao trabalho em condições análogas à escravidão do Brasil. O objetivo é verificar os instrumentos que o MPT/PRT4 utiliza para proteger a dignidade da pessoa humana, os direitos humanos dos trabalhadores e eliminar o trabalho em condições análogas às de escravo. O trabalho tem como metodologia a pesquisa bibliográfica e o estudo de caso, que abrange seis TACs firmados com empresas e pessoas físicas envolvidas diretamente nos casos de resgate de 290 trabalhadores em condições análogas à escravidão, nos municípios de São José do Herval, Uruguaiana e Bento Gonçalves. O cenário aponta para condições degradantes de trabalho, jornadas exaustivas, falsas promessas, servidão por dívidas, coação, agressões físicas e trabalho forçado, que reforçam a importância da atuação do MPT/PRT4 no combate à prática desse crime.
Restrictive monetary policy – an obstacle to foreign direct investment
Authors: Tatuzov Viktor Y.
Published: September 2024

This article examines some acute problems of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), Monetary Policy and Inflation. Following a long declining trend, global FDI flows decreased in 2023 and remaining below the indicator of 2007, that is pre-global financial crisis level. According to international organizations, FDI flows were negatively affected by high interest rates, unfavourable financing conditions and situation on capital markets. The article considers the role of restrictive monetary policy alongside the theoretical aspects of global inflation. The author argues that the drop in international investment, in particular, can be attributed to Restrictive Monetary Policy in many countries. Restrictive Monetary Policy seems to underestimate the inflationary role of imperfect competition, the rise of prices for imported energy and food, the fluctuations of currency rates as well as expectations of the micro-level participants. The article provides certain economic recommendations to Russia’s regulators on Monetary and FDI Policy. In future the Bank of Russia may gradually move from Restrictive Monetary Policy to Expansionary Monetary Policy to provide stimulus for FDI. Also, this article summarizes the process of predicting future condition of the world economy in applying Kondratieff’s approach. The author concludes that it is necessary to continue studying the long wave theory with the aim of its further use in forecasting the events in Russia and worldwide.
Assessing the conditions to implement innovative activity of technoparks in the field of high technologies
Authors: Limonov Leonid E. , Stepanova Ekaterina S.
Published: September 2024

During the restructuring of national technological system, the development of innovations is of particular importance. In this regard, it is important to analyze how economic entities and innovative infrastructure cope with changing internal and external conditions, such as the need for import substitution of high-tech products and replenishment of specialists’ outflow from the information technology sector. The key element of the innovation infrastructure is scientific and industrial technology parks. The article examines the features of the Russian model of technoparks, as well as the factors of their success and lag. The purpose of the study is to identify the factors contributing to and hindering the innovation activity of technopark residents. Using statistical data analysis and spatial network analysis, the paper studies the structure and features of the activities of 12 participants in the state program «Creation of high-tech technoparks in the Russian Federation». The study examines such aspects of technoparks’ activity as the specifics of management companies functioning, ownership structure and geographical localization of resident enterprises, the level of integration of scientific and educational organizations. It determines the results of technoparks activity in the context of long-term effects for the innovation development at regional level. The findings indicate insufficient elaboration of approaches to support collaborative activities between residents, which is an important condition for effective innovation exchange. The results of the study can be used in the development and adjustment of government programs to support the innovation sector.
Digital currencies of central banks: nature and purpose
Authors: Kulakov M. V. , Nosov I. A.
Published: September 2024

This paper examines the concept of central bank digital currencies (CBDC) and its evolution as the interest of monetary authorities and regulators in the phenomenon of digital currencies increases. The purpose of the article is to identify the nature and purpose of central bank digital currencies and their underlying qualities through a comparative analysis of the definitions given to them by researchers and monetary authorities developing them, as well as a quantitative analysis of data on the stages of development of digital currencies by central banks around the world. Drawing on the results of the study, we may conclude that with central banks digital currency projects the concept of digital currency, which previously denoted private electronic currency, as well as the classification of money, has become more complicated; regulators of large economies developing digital currencies of central banks view it primarily as a digital form of national currency, close to the characteristics and purpose of cash, and also that the use of distributed ledger technology is an optional, but quite a common attribute of central bank digital currencies.
O PAPEL DO MUSEU FERROVIÁRIO E PORTUÁRIO DO MARANHÃO NO FOMENTO À ECONOMIA CRIATIVA
Authors: Nascimento Brenda Caroline Sousa , Nascimento Linda Evelyn Sousa , Adão Rafael , Barros Ana Lourdes da Silveira , Coelho Samaia Castro , Costa Jobherlane Farias , Castro Symone Costa de , Da Silva Nadja Ferreira
Published: September 2024

Este artigo examina o papel do Museu Ferroviário e Portuário do Maranhão no fomento à economia criativa em São Luís, destacando como suas atividades culturais, como oficinas de encadernação, máscaras de fofão e eventos como o Encontro de Brechós SLZ, contribuem para o desenvolvimento econômico sustentável da cidade. A análise se baseia no conceito de economia criativa, que envolve a geração de valor a partir da criatividade, inovação e capital cultural, explorando como o museu conecta esses elementos ao patrimônio local para incentivar o empreendedorismo e a produção artística. A metodologia utilizada inclui observações diretas e fontes documentais, investigando as práticas que promovem a inclusão social, a capacitação artística e a sustentabilidade. Assim, o estudo revela como o museu não apenas preserva a cultura, mas também se consolida como um espaço de inovação, gerando oportunidades econômicas por meio da valorização das tradições e saberes locais no contexto da economia criativa.
METAPSYCHOLOGICAL ASSERTIONS ABOUT THE INSCRIPTIONS OF TIME IN THE PSYCHIC APPARATUS: BONAPARTE AND LAPLANCHE
Authors: Ribeiro Sarug Dagir
Published: September 2024

The objective is to make work via Laplanche the specificities of the inscriptions of time in the psychic apparatus from the Bonapartean claim that time is like a strange and threatening intrusion imposed on us by adults as children. The pertinence of this research is its methodological choice when analyzing such assertion through the theory of generalized seduction - TSG and the notion of message. Our results predict that the unconscious does not remain alien to time, despite its timelessness. The sensation of infinite time brings not only the feeling of illusory immortality, but also leads us to the commotion of being taken without control in the temporal and timeless rhythm of pleasure and displeasure in the psychic apparatus.
PERCEPÇÕES DE MULHERES IDOSAS SOBRE SUA CORPOREIDADE NO PROCESSO DE ENVELHECIMENTO
Authors: Antunes Deise Claudiane Rodrigues , Godoflite Marliese Christine Simador , Lopes Igor de Oliveira , Rodrigues Algaides de Marco , Peixoto Maristela Cassia de Oliveira , Dos Santos Geraldine Alves
Published: September 2024

O objetivo desta pesquisa foi compreender a percepção de mulheres idosas, acerca das mudanças corporais no processo de envelhecimento. O delineamento foi qualitativo, descritivo e transversal. Participaram desse estudo 11 mulheres idosas, com idade entre 60 e 69 anos, com diferentes níveis de escolaridade, selecionadas de maneira intencional. O instrumento utilizado foi um roteiro de entrevista semiestruturada. Para a análise dos dados foi utilizado o método de Análise de conteúdo de Bardin. Identificou-se a avaliação de uma boa percepção corporal ao longo da vida, mas sem deixar de apresentar as ambiguidades encontradas no envelhecimento da mulher. Coexistem uma vigilância em manter um corpo jovem e belo, em contrapartida de uma maturidade para aceitar o corpo real.
SIGNIFICAÇÃO DO MOVIMENTO NA CONDUTA DE APRENDIZAGEM DO BADMINTON NA FORMAÇÃO DE BASE
Authors: Pereira Alessandro , de Marco Greissa Leandra , Fonseca Keiko Veronica
Published: September 2024

A evolução da modalidade Badminton como um processo democrático e de fácil compreensão motivou a proposta de um modelo de condução de aprendizagem desse esporte para além dos atuais modelos encontrados na literatura. O presente artigo apresenta um modelo para a qualificação e evolução técnica de praticantes de badminton que pressupõe a consolidação de atividades motoras especificas baseada nos conceitos de significação do movimento. O modelo estabelece indicadores de acompanhamento e avaliação no esporte a partir de 4 níveis que representam as competências técnicas a serem desenvolvidas. Cada nível é definido por um conjunto de critérios para mensurar e avaliar competências. A validação do modelo se fez através de sua implementação em um projeto social de badminton cujos resultados são aqui apresentados e discutidos. A implementação do modelo proposto permitiu especificar e desenvolver uma ferramenta para acompanhar a evolução da técnica e da aprendizagem do esporte.
Cybersecurity and geopolitical dimensions of external information interventions in Ukraine: Analysis of current trends
Authors: Galushchenko Oleksandr , Pidbereznykh Inna , Piroh Oleksandr , Khrapach Dmytro , Tolmachov Oleksii
Published: September 2024

Introduction: From the year 2019, the country has experienced a series of cyber incidents affecting its key areas of infrastructure such as energy, finance, communication, government, healthcare, and technology. Purpose: This work aims to define and explain the contemporary threats in the sphere of cyber security, as well as the geopolitical aspect of external interference in Ukraine’s information space for the years 2019-2024. Method: Sources used to gather data for this research were government and cybersecurity firm reports, academic articles, news articles from reliable media houses, and social media listening tools. Quantitative data collected by statistical tools analyzed the trend as well as the intensity of cyber threats. They also included specific case exhibits as well as interviews with the experts to get more information. Results: The study indicated that there will be improved and more frequent attacks and that these will be more complex from 2019 to 2024 in Ukraine. It caused moderate disruption to the key sectors but the disruptions were especially noticed in sectors such as energy, finance, communication, government, healthcare, and technology. Conflict events in Donbas, the COVID-19 outbreak, the enhancement of military tensions, and the start of the Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 were associated with increases in the level of cyber efforts. Conclusion: The conclusion points out that Ukraine needs effective international cooperation, the highest level of technological protection, and profound geopolitical analysis to safeguard cyberspace and prevent conflicts in Eastern Europe
Level of knowledge about carbon monoxide poisoning and its prevention among students of the Medical School of the Universidad Abierta Interamericana of the city of Rosario (Argentina) in the year 2023
Authors: Bonardi Sofía , Verrone Rodolfo
Published: September 2024

Introduction: Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning is a medical emergency that, if not adequately treated, can cause neurological sequelae and even death of the patient. However, its recognition is difficult due to the fact that CO is a colorless and odorless gas and that its symptoms are non-specific and can be confused with other pathologies.Objective: To describe the level of knowledge about CO poisoning and its prevention among students in the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th YEAR (1st four-month period) of the Medical School of the Universidad Abierta Interamericana (UAI) - Rosario campus in the year 2023.Materials and methods: Quantitative, observational, descriptive, cross-sectional and retrospective study. It was carried out at the UAI Rosario campus. The population consisted of students in their 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th year, all of them in their 1st four-month period of the UAI Medical School. The sampling was non-probabilistic by convenience. The data collection instrument consisted of an anonymous, voluntary and self-administered survey consisting of 24 questions aimed at identifying the knowledge of medical students regarding CO poisoning, its causes, symptoms, action and prevention. The variables were analyzed through absolute and relative percentage frequencies and summarized through measures of central position: mean, and measures of dispersion: standard deviation.Results: A total of 85 students were surveyed, of whom 66% were female and 34% male, with a mean age of 26.43 ± 5.86 years (min: 18; max: 43). 36% were in their first year of high school. Thirty-six percent were in their second year of medical school, 26% in their fourth year, 20% in their third year and 18% in their first year. The mean score was 13.87 ± 4.07 points (min. 5; max. 22). Fifty-six percent of the medical students surveyed presented a medium level of knowledge about CO poisoning, 32% a high level and 12% a low level.Conclusions: 56% of the surveyed medical students presented a medium level of knowledge about the causes, symptoms, methods of action and prevention of CO poisoning. Among the symptoms of CO poisoning recognized by the students were headache, fainting, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, blurred vision, confusion and difficulty breathing.
Musculoskeletal disorders in workers of Aldean Supermarkets, Santo Domingo
Authors: Calderón Landívar Ruth , Guevara Zapata Diana Beatriz , España Chamorro Madelin Yaritza , Chávez-Arizala Jenrry Fredy
Published: September 2024

Introduction: According to the World Health Organization (WHO) report, it is estimated that approximately 1,710 million people in the world have musculoskeletal disorders, mainly low back pain with a prevalence rate of at least 568 million individuals. Objective: To describe musculoskeletal disorders in workers at Aldean Supermarkets, Santo Domingo 2023. Material and Methods: The type of study carried out in this research had a quantitative emphasis. The variables were handled: ergonomic risk factors, physical demands of the job, discomfort in the locomotor system, musculoskeletal disorders and prevention measures. Among the research techniques that were used is the questionnaire. Results: Regarding the female gender, it was possible to identify that 26% corresponded to the ages between 18 and 25 years; Regarding the male gender, it was found that 18% corresponds to the age group between 25 and 32 years. It was possible to show that 40% commonly perform repetitive movements. It was observed that 80% of the participants presented forced postures in the trunk; likewise 76% presented forced postures in the elbows and 74 in the arms. 100% of the workers surveyed, the assigned areas do not use the necessary equipment to be able to carry out their work effectively. Conclusions: In the study carried out there was a predominance of the female sex with respect to the male. A significant percentage of the workers surveyed reported performing repetitive movements, as well as presenting work stress. The highest percentage of the jobs presented forced postures in the trunk, as well as all the workers in the assigned areas do not use the necessary equipment to be able to carry out their work effectively
Characteristics of mortality with Chronic Kidney Disease in Cuba. Trend and forecast. 2011-2020
Authors: Marín Prada María del Carmen , Rodriguez Carlos Antonio , Capote Pereira Lázaro , Davalos Iglesias Jose Manuel , Garcia Villar Yamile , Carnet Beira Garry , Auza-Santivañez Jhossmar Cristians , Condori-Villca Nayra
Published: September 2024

Mortality due to Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) has shown a significant increase globally and in Cuba over the past decade. This study analyzes the characteristics of mortality due to CKD in Cuba between 2011 and 2020, aiming to illustrate and determine the trend and prognosis. A longitudinal descriptive study was conducted, using data from 35,031 deaths registered by the Ministry of Public Health of Cuba. The variables analyzed include the year of death, age, sex, province of residence, and cause of death, using the International Classification of Diseases. Mortality rates were calculated and age-adjusted using standard statistical methods and the SPSS version 20.0 program.During the study period, mortality with CKD in Cuba increased from 2,764 cases in 2011 to 4,325 in 2020, an increase of 56.47%. Age-adjusted mortality rates showed a higher increase in men (39.83%) than in women (20.71%). The average age at death was 70.38 years. Potential years of life lost (PYLL) amounted to 263,090.5, with the most affected age groups being 50-59 years. The provinces with the highest age-adjusted mortality rates were Cienfuegos and Sancti Spíritus.Renal diseases represent a growing cause of mortality in Cuba, aligning with trends observed in the Americas region. The implementation of CKD prevention and control programs in primary health care is crucial to mitigate this trend
The Unknown Patient: Ethics of Anonymity
Authors: Vyshka Gentian , Roçi Ermir
Published: September 2024

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Foot Tumor: Comprehensive Collation and Evaluation
Authors: Nan Sirui
Published: September 2024

Background: Considerable evidence showed that foot tumors can cause severe harm to people across various age groups, though they have relatively low incidence rate. Currently, substantial research articles provide thorough discoveries among diagnosis, treatment, reconstruction, and other related areas. However, a comprehensive literature evaluation of current study findings is required. Methods: A search approach implementing the PICOS principle was utilized to acquire the literature from mainly three databases—PubMed, NCBI and SpringerLink. All the included studies underwent independent screening and evaluations of quality and risk of bias. The outcomes covered evaluation and comparison of various tumor kinds, diagnostic techniques, treatment modalities, and reconstructive procedures. Results: The location of the foot is characterized by the presence of three primary bone tumor types — osteosarcoma (OS), chondrosarcoma (CDS) and Ewing sarcoma (ES)— and four forms of soft tissue tumor—Synovial sarcoma (SS), epithelioid sarcoma (EPS), clear cell (CC) sarcoma and melanoma. Diagnosis involves the utilization of four approaches—CT, MRI, X-ray and biopsy, either singly or in combination. Out of all the options, biopsy is the most effective and accurate. Surgery and immunotherapy are widely used to treat foot tumor. The advancement of immunotherapy can significantly improve the efficiency and effectiveness of foot tumor treatment due to its specific targets and better established adjustment mechanism. Combining various types of immunotherapy with additional medicines such as chemotherapy and radiotherapy can help improve the progression of foot tumor treatment. For the reconstruction methods, Structural allograft Plastic surgery is widely used for bone tumor and soft tissue sarcoma respectively. Conclusion: The clinical significance of foot tumors is attributed to their infrequency, resulting high possibility of delayed detection and difficulties in proper treatment. The text that provides a comprehensive discussion and analysis of the diagnostic, therapeutic tactics, and repair approaches for the foot tumor can be highly beneficial to the development of foot tumor in the medical area. The methodical collation on characteristics, data of foot tumor categories is therefore equally significant. By obtaining and analyzing such information, researchers and physicians can better identify certain pattern in foot tumor. For the treatment, Immunotherapy stands out among the existing methods since it has the highest potential to selectively target certain types of foot tumors depending on their distinct needs. The evaluation of immunotherapy and reconstruction methods still contain some limitations due to the lack of the latest and adequate research.
Chinese Herbs for Inducing Rat Bone Marrow Mesenchymal Stem Cells Differentiated into Neuron-Like Cells
Authors: Yin Yanqing , Liang Cuicui , Men Donghai
Published: September 2024

The purpose of this study was to observe the influence of two Chinese herbs of ligustrazine and Xuefuzhuyu injection on neuron-like cells differentiation from rat bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (BMSCs) respectively. Most primarily cultured BMSCs adhered to the wall at 3 days after cultured, which proliferated faster after passaged, and the 5th passage of cells were mostly purified into BMSCs. In the present study, the 5th passage of BMSCs were (97.51±1.22) % CD44 positive, but negative for CD45, which were identified by immunocytochemical technique. Serum-free low-sugar Dulbecco’s modified Eagle’s medium (L-DMEM) contains 1.25 g/L ligustrazine and 3.0 g/L Xuefuzhuyu injection were used to induce the 5th passage of BMSCs respectively in vitro. Neuron-like cells with prominence and bifurcation could be detected after induction under an inverted phase contrast microscope. The immunocytochemical method showed that nestin and neuron-specific enolase (NSE) were positive in neuron-like cells, but without glial fibrillary acidic protein (GFAP) expression. Both ligustrazine and Xuefuzhuyu injection have the potential for inducing neuron-like cells differentiation from rat bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells respectively. Compared with Xuefuzhuyu injection-induced cells, neuron-like cells induced with ligustrazine might be better in the level of morphological changes, as well as nestin and NSE expression.
A Review of Arsenic Trioxide in the Treatment of Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia: Clinical Efficacy, Toxicity, and Future Directions
Authors: Yan Zhaofeng
Published: September 2024

Acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL) is a severe and life-threatening form of leukemia characterized by unique genetic and chromosomal abnormalities, often leading to fatal complications such as hemorrhage and embolism. Arsenic trioxide (ATO) has become a key therapeutic agent for APL, achieving high remission rates, including in patients with relapsed disease, and offering advantages over other treatments such as bone marrow transplantation and all-trans retinoic acid (ATRA). This review examines the chemical and pharmacological properties of ATO, its mechanisms of action in APL treatment, and its clinical efficacy and toxicity based on studies conducted worldwide. Additionally, this review explores potential applications of ATO beyond APL and discuss future research directions to expand its therapeutic scope in clinical settings.
Innovative Applications of Intelligent Technology in Infant Care Products: A Study on the Design of Bottle Warmers and Milk Warmers
Authors: Xie Yifang
Published: September 2024

This paper delves into the innovative application of intelligent technology in the design of infant care products, with a particular focus on the design of smart bottle warmers and milk warmers, and their impact on user experience. The study begins by analyzing the current market demands and limitations of existing products in the field of infant care products, followed by a detailed discussion of the design features, technological advantages, and user experience of HAUTURE brand products. Through an in-depth analysis of the temperature control technology of the smart bottle warmer, the user interface design, and the dual-sealing system and vibration reduction and noise reduction technology of the milk warmer, this paper reveals how intelligent technology enhances product performance and user satisfaction. In addition, this paper examines the role of user feedback in product design improvement and proposes solutions to technical challenges. Finally, it provides an outlook on the future development trends of intelligent infant care products, predicting how intelligent technology will further shape innovation in this field.
Investigating Alzheimer’s Disease Resistance in Okinawan Centenarians’ Offspring: A Population Study in a Blue Zone
Authors: Lu Justin
Published: September 2024

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a neurodegenerative condition characterized by cognitive decline and the accumulation of amyloid-β plaques and neurofibrillary tangles in the brain. Although developing the disease becomes increasingly common as people age, centenarians — individuals who reach the age of 100 — have shown an unexpected resilience to AD, and these individuals are more prevalent in regions known as blue zones, where people experience exceptional longevity and health. This study focuses on the offspring of centenarians in one of these blue zones, Okinawa, Japan, to investigate what potential protective factors they may possess against AD. By screening this unique population using a questionnaire and the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) and tracking AD pathology through advanced biomarker assays following the A/T/N criteria, A: Aβ40/42 ratio, T: phosphorylated tau (pT217-tau), and N: neurofilament light chain (NfL) levels, we aim to uncover genetic, environmental, or lifestyle-related factors that contribute to the decreased incidence of AD in these populations. This study seeks to identify key factors contributing to their resilience by comparing the results of centenarian offspring with age-matched non-centenarians. The spouses of these offspring of centenarians will also be included in the study, acting as a control group of individuals who are likely to share many of the lifestyle and environmental factors with the centenarian offspring but with different genetics. These findings could provide valuable insights for the future development of public health strategies and approaches to mitigate AD risk in the broader population.
Disalignment as a Practice of Sequence Management in Catering Business Investment Consultation
Authors: Hao Zixuan
Published: September 2024

As science and technology continue to advance, telemarketing has become increasingly prevalent. Observations reveal that clients regularly produce sequentially disjunctive turns that generally deviate from the salesperson’s promotional agenda during telephone consultations. This clearly affects the normal interaction between the salesperson and the client, potentially reducing the likelihood of collaboration. Based on corpus data, we first present the overall sequential structure of business consultation calls, which helps salespeople clarify their interactive tasks. Additionally, this paper summarizes the interactional functions of disaligning responses, such as skipping particular phases of interaction, controlling the topic of interaction, and doing disaffiliation. This study aims to help salespeople better understand client needs, take control of the conversation, foster harmonious interactions, and ultimately achieve business cooperation.
Is There Any Possibility of Improving Upper Basic Students’ Self-Confidence and Academic Performance in Social Studies Using PEDDA and IEPT Instructional Strategies? — A Field Report
Authors: Ajayi Evelyn Ehi , Ajayi Victor Oluwatosin
Published: September 2024

This research investigated the possibility of improving upper basic students’ attention and academic performance in social studies in Benue State, Nigeria using Prior-Conception, Exploration, Discussion, Dissatisfaction and Application (PEDDA) and Invitation, Exploration, Proposing-Explanation and Taking action (IEPT). The study adopted a pretest, posttest, control group, quasi-experimental research design. The instruments used for data collection were Social Studies Self-Confidence Scale (SSSCS) and Social Studies Performance Test (SSPT). Cronbach Alpha was used to ascertain the reliability index of SSSCS which gave reliability values of 0.86. Kuder-Richardson (KR-21) formula was used to test internal consistency of SSPT which yielded a reliability value of 0.92. The population was 11,656 Upper Basic Two students offering social studies in Benue State, Nigeria. A sample of 288 students (Male=158 and female=130) drawn from 9 schools within the 9 Local Government Areas (LGA) out of 23 LGA in the Benue State, Nigeria was selected using multi-stage sampling techniques. Two research questions and two null hypotheses guided the study. The research questions were answered using Mean and Standard Deviation scores while the null hypotheses were tested at 0.05 level of significance using results from Analysis of Covariance (ANCOVA). The study revealed that there was significant difference in the mean self-confidence ratings of students taught social studies using PEDDA, IEPT strategy and discussion method [F2, 287=2146.076, P<0.05]. The study revealed that there was significant difference in the mean academic performance scores of students taught social studies using PEDDA strategy, IEPT strategy and discussion method [F2, 287=374.360, P<0.05]. It was recommended among others that to maximize self-confidence in social studies class, teachers’ trainee should be train on the application of PEDDA strategy and IEPT strategy and serving teachers should employ the use of PEDDA and IEPT strategies in teaching social studies. Social studies teachers are also encouraged to use PEDDA strategy in teaching to enhance students’ self-confidence and academic performance in social studies.
Mortality (Dis)Similarities in the Context of Demographic Aging: The Countries of Ex-Yugoslavia
Authors: Miladinov Goran
Published: September 2024

Generally, mortality declines at all ages, with varying intensities, as a result of heterogeneous factors affecting human lifespan. This paper considers switching regression estimation for six ex-Yugoslavian countries with the specification of a time-varying transition probability model of crude death rate. A two-state Markov switching means VAR estimates are used in which the mean growth rate of crude death rate is subject to regime switching, where the errors follow a constant transition probability. The UN data were employed consisting of the crude mortality rate series containing the log difference of yearly crude mortality rate in the six countries of ex-Yugoslavia for 1990–2021. The results show that the estimates of coefficients on the intercept in the mean equation both differ from zero in Bosnia & Herzegovina, Serbia, Montenegro, and Slovenia and are with opposite and statistically significant signs only for Montenegro and Slovenia. The transition probability summaries show a higher probability of remaining in the first high regime state for Macedonia, Serbia, and Bosnia & Herzegovina (0.96, 0.94, and 0.87, respectively). The higher probability of remaining in the second low-medium regime state was found in Slovenia, Croatia, and Montenegro (0.96, 0.87, and 0.56, respectively). The appropriate expected durations in the first regime are approximately 26.41, 16.19, and 7.78 years for Macedonia, Serbia, and Bosnia & Herzegovina, and 28.30, 7.80, and 2.28 years were the corresponding expected durations in the second regime for Slovenia, Croatia, and Montenegro.
Beyond Diplomatic Protection: The Evolution of Investor Rights in International Law
Authors: Zhang Rui
Published: September 2024

The effectiveness and utility of diplomatic protection as a core mechanism for the traditional protection of investors’ interests has been challenged with the rise of bilateral investment treaties (BITs) and investor-state dispute settlement (ISDS) mechanisms. While diplomatic protection remains advantageous in some cases, particularly in investment treaties without arbitration clauses, this essay analyses its limitations in terms of politicisation, high costs, inefficiency and lack of investor control. In contrast, the investment treaty arbitration mechanism offers a more rapid, independent and predictable means of dispute resolution. This essay concludes that diplomatic protection, while not completely obsolete, is no longer the most attractive instrument in modern international investment protection and is gradually being transformed into a complementary tool.
Unveiling the Interplay Between Perceived Social Support and Imposter Phenomenon: Role of Self-Awareness as Mediator
Authors: Antony Aurine Philomina , Tadi Prem Kumar
Published: September 2024

In recent times the buzz about imposter phenomenon is very much in academic literature. It is a psychological phenomenon that affects any individual and makes him/her feel pressured to excel in areas such as academics, workplace, or personal relationships. The prevalence of this phenomenon has increased to a larger fold due to the emergence of social media usage during the COVID-19 pandemic. The current study tries to explore the role of Perceived SocialSupport and Self-awareness in determining this phenomenon among the adolescent and adult population of Kerala. The data for the current work was analyzed using SPSS and Jamovi. The results of the study revealed that self-awareness and perceived social support are the significant predictors of imposter. The findings of the study along with the limitations and implications are also discussed.
Factors Influencing Facemask and Hand Sanitizer use During the COVID-19 Pandemic in Odisha
Authors: Patri Prasanta , Pattayat Dr. Shiba Shankar , Mohammed SK Niyaj , Barik Dr. Rajesh
Published: September 2024

This study endeavours to find out the various factors that determine the usage of facemasks and hand sanitizer among the rural people of Odisha (India) during the COVID-19 pandemic time. The study is based on a primary survey. In total, the study has collected 360 individual samples from three districts of Odisha. Additionally, the study applies a logistic regression model to empirically measure the impact of various socio-economic factors on the usage of facemasks and hand sanitizer. The major findings of the study depict that both behavioural and socio-economic factors are impacting the usage of facemasks and hand sanitizer among the people of rural Odisha. Some behavioural factors, such as “thinking of not being required," "no COVID patients in our areas”, and “feeling suffocation,” are highly restricting rural people from using facemasks. Similarly, some socio-economic factors like “being a male member, young age group, being unmarried, education level, joint family, having children under 5, pucca house, working in private or government organisations, and high income” are positively influencing the usage of facemasks and hand sanitizer among the rural people of Odisha.