bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Social activities in multidomain dementia prevention interventions: insights from practice and a blueprint for the future
Authors: Bruinsma Jeroen , Visser Leonie N. C. , Abaci Alara , Rosenberg Anna , Diaz Ana , Hanke Sten , Crutzen Rik , Mangialasche Francesca , Kivipelto Miia , Thunborg Charlotta 
Published: May 2024

IntroductionSocial activities are important for health and act as a driver of cognitive reserve during aging. In this perspective paper, we describe challenges and outline future (research) endeavors to establish better operationalization of social activities in multidomain interventions to prevent dementia.BodyWe first address the lack of conceptual clarity, which makes it difficult to measure engagement in social activities. Second, drawing from our experience with the Finnish Geriatric Intervention Study to Prevent Cognitive Impairment and Disability (FINGER), we discuss social activities in multidomain dementia prevention interventions. Using qualitative data from the Multimodal Preventive Trial for Alzheimer’s Disease (MIND-ADmini), we reflect on participant experiences with social activities. Third, we address the potential and challenges of digital solutions in promoting social activities in interventions for dementia prevention. Finally, we share insights from a workshop on digital technology, where we consulted with individuals with and without cognitive impairment who have been involved in three European projects (i.e., EU-FINGERS, Multi-MeMo, and LETHE).DiscussionBased on these insights, we advocate for research that strengthens and accelerates the integration of social activities into multidomain interventions for dementia prevention. We propose several ways to achieve this: (a) by conducting mixed methods research to formulate a broadly accepted definition and instructions to measure social activities; (b) by focusing on promoting engagement in social activities beyond the intervention setting; and (c) by exploring the needs and preferences of older adults towards digitally-supported interventions and co-design of new technologies that enrich in-person social activities.
Cross-sectional study on the epidemiological investigation ability of professional staff from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Guizhou Province
Authors: Huang He , Yao Guang-hai , Huang Jiao , Deng Bin , Wu Jun , Yu Chun 
Published: May 2024

IntroductionThis study aims to evaluate the qualifications and identify skill enhancement areas for epidemiological investigators in Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDCs) in Guizhou’s, informing future training and policy initiatives to strengthen public health responses.MethodsA cross-sectional survey was conducted in August 2022, and an online, self-designed questionnaire on the Epidemiological Dynamic Data Collection platform was administered to evaluate the professional staff in CDCs. The responses were scored and presented using descriptive statistical methods, and the factors influencing the total score were analyzed by one-way ANOVA and linear regression.Results and discussionA total of 1321 questionnaires were collected, yielding an average score of 14.86±3.49 and a qualification rate of 29.9%. The scoring rate of ability of individual protection and coordination in epidemic control was high (87.25%). Meanwhile, improvements in further training were needed in areas such as data analysis ability (23.67%), knowledge of site disinfection (40.40%), and epidemiological investigation skills (42.50%). No significant difference was observed between the scores of city and county CDCs, (t = 1.071, p =0.284). The effects of gender and age could be disregarded, and the experience in epidemiological work and training (including investigation on COVID-19 cases and contacts), educational background, and professional title partially explained the survey outcome (R Square of the linear regression model was 0.351). The survey indicated the need for additional well-trained epidemiologic investigators in Guizhou. Specified training was effective in improving epidemiologic investigation, and enhancement in data analysis ability and knowledge of field disinfection are recommended in professional staff cultivation.
Pay-for-performance and low back pain with interaction of overwork: findings from the cross-sectional Korean working conditions survey
Authors: Hur Julia D. , Lee Jongin 
Published: May 2024

BackgroundPay-for-performance (PFP) is a type of incentive system where employees receive monetary rewards for meeting predefined standards. While previous research has investigated the relationship between PFP and health outcomes, the focus has primarily been on mental health. Few studies have explored the impact of PFP on specific physical symptoms like pain.MethodsData from the Korean Working Conditions Survey (KWCS) was analyzed, encompassing 20,815 subjects with information on PFP and low back pain (LBP). The associations between types of base pay (BP) and PFP with LBP were examined using multivariate logistic regression models, taking into account a directed acyclic graph (DAG). The interaction of overtime work was further explored using stratified logistic regression models and the relative excess risk for interaction.ResultsThe odds ratio (OR) for individuals receiving both BP and PFP was statistically significant at 1.19 (95% CI 1.04–1.35) compared to those with BP only. However, when the DAG approach was applied and necessary correction variables were adjusted, the statistical significance indicating a relationship between PFP and LBP vanished. In scenarios without PFP and with overtime work, the OR related to LBP was significant at 1.54 (95% CI 1.35–1.75). With the presence of PFP, the OR increased to 2.02 (95% CI 1.66–2.45).ConclusionPay-for-performance may influence not just psychological symptoms but also LBP in workers, particularly in conjunction with overtime work. The impact of management practices related to overtime work on health outcomes warrants further emphasis in research.
The effect of the initial distribution of labor-related property rights on the allocative efficiency of labor markets
Authors: Dietl Helmut M. , Lang Markus , Orlowski Johannes , Wegelin Philipp 
Published: May 2024

IntroductionThe Coase Theorem posits that frictionless markets efficiently allocate scarce resources as long as property rights are fully specified. Our empirical study investigates how the initial allocation of labor-related property rights influences the allocative efficiency in labor markets for skilled workers within a highly competitive environment—professional basketball. Specifically, we compare two regimes: one where employers can trade workers to other employers without the worker's consent, and another where workers are free agents, able to negotiate and move freely without their employer's consent.MethodsWe utilize the NBA as a “laboratory” to conduct our analysis, constructing a unique panel dataset that includes 3,132 player-season observations spanning 17 regular seasons from 2003/04 to 2019/20. To address our research question, we employ linear panel regression models to analyze the data.Results and discussionThe findings reveal a decline in productivity among workers who transition to new employers as free agents, a phenomenon not observed among non-free agents. This observation suggests that allocative efficiency might be higher when workers are traded without their consent compared to when they exercise their autonomy as free agents. These findings highlight the significant impact that the initial distribution of labor-related property rights has on labor market efficiency, potentially challenging the assumptions of the Coase Theorem. However, the lack of a statistically significant difference in productivity changes between free agents and non-free agents moving to new employers prevents us from definitively rejecting the predictions of the Coase Theorem.
Strobe training as a visual training method that improves performance in climbing
Authors: Vasile Antonia Ioana , Stănescu Monica Iulia 
Published: May 2024

IntroductionStrobe training is a form of visual training where the athlete has to practice during intermittently dark conditions. Strobe training improves visual, perceptual, and cognitive skills, which will enhance athletic performance. Strobe training can influence multiple training components in climbing: psychological, tactical, physical, and technical training.Materials and methodsThe study was conducted on 17 elite climbers from Romania (10 male and 7 female), representing the entire National Youth Climbing Team. The research group was divided into a control group (n = 8) and an experimental group (n = 9). The used instruments were the Cognitrom battery (for cognitive skills, such as spatial skills and reactivity), the Witty SEM system (for motor-cognitive skills, such as cognitive agility, visual processing speed, and visual memory), and the International Rock Climbing Research Association (IRCRA) performance-related test battery for climbers (climbing-specific motor skills). The experimental group had 20 strobe training sessions, which took place during one calendar year, as an additional session to their climbing schedule done with their principal trainer. The strobe session was once a week, depending on the periodization of the macrocycle (preparatory, competitional, and transition periods). The control group and the experimental group had similar climbing training sessions during the 1-year macrocycle in terms of intensity and volume of their training.ResultsStrobe training improved on-sight performance (d = 0.38) and red-point performance (d = 0.36). Strobe training improved the majority of cognitive skills [all spatial skills (d = 1.27 for mental image transformation;d = 1.14 for spatial orientation;d = 1.59 for image generation) and simple reaction time (d = 0.99)]. Strobe training improved all motor-cognitive skills (d = 0.16 for visual memory;d = 1.96 for visual memory errors;d = 1.39 for visual processing speed;d = 1.94 for visual processing errors;d = 1.30 for cognitive agility). Strobe training improved many climbing-specific parameters (flexibility and upper body strength) (d = 0.44 andd = 0.47 for flexibility parameters;d = 0.50 to 0.73 for upper body strength parameters).DiscussionStrobe training is an effective training method for enhancing performance that should be used on more experienced climbers. It acts more on spatial skills, rather than on reactivity skills, developing the visual-motor coordination system. Strobe training has greater effects on climbers aged below 16 years, as youth athletes rely more on visual input compared to adults. The improvement in climbing-specific variables was due to the additional climbing session done weekly. Strobe training acts more on the cognitive component of training than on the motor component of training in climbing.
Pulmonary responses following cardiac rehabilitation and the relationship with functional outcomes in children and young adults with heart disease
Authors: Kershner Cassidy E. , Hardie William D. , Chin Clifford , Opotowsky Alexander R. , Aronoff Elizabeth B. , Mays Wayne A. , Knecht Sandra K. , Powell Adam W. 
Published: May 2024

IntroductionPatients with congenital heart disease (CHD) often have pulmonary abnormalities and exercise intolerance following cardiac surgery. Cardiac rehabilitation (CR) improves exercise capacity in patients with CHD, but minimal study has been performed to see if resting and dynamic pulmonary performance improves following CR in those with prior cardiac surgery.MethodsThis was a retrospective cohort study of all patients who completed ≥12 weeks of CR from 2018 through 2022. Demographic, cardiopulmonary exercise test (CPET), spirometry, 6-minute walk, functional strength measures, and outcomes data were collected. Data are presented as median[IQR]. A Student's t-test was used for comparisons between groups and serial measurements were measured with a paired t-test. A p &lt; 0.05 was considered significant.ResultsThere were a total of 37 patients [age 16.7 (14.2–20.1) years; 46% male] included. Patients with prior surgery (n = 26) were more likely to have abnormal spirometry data than those without heart disease (n = 11) (forced vital capacity [FVC] 76.7 [69.1–84.3]% vs. 96.4 [88.1–104.7]%, p = 0.002), but neither group experienced a significant change in spirometry. On CPET, peak oxygen consumption increased but there was no change in other pulmonary measures during exercise. Percent predicted FVC correlated with hand grip strength (r = 0.57, p = 0.0003) and percent predicted oxygen consumption (r = 0.43, p = 0.009). The number of prior sternotomies showed negative associations with both percent predicted FVC (r = −0.43, p = 0.04) and FEV1 (r = −0.47, p = 0.02).DiscussionYouth and young adults with a prior history of cardiac surgery have resting and dynamic pulmonary abnormalities that do not improve following CR. Multiple sternotomies are associated with worse pulmonary function.
Greenspaces and Health: Scoping Review of studies in Europe
Authors: Banwell Nicola , Michel Sarah , Senn Nicolas 
Published: May 2024

ObjectivesAccess to greenspaces and contact with nature can promote physical activity and have positive effects on physical and mental health. This scoping literature review aims to examine current evidence linking greenspaces and (a) behaviour change, (b) health outcomes and (c) co-benefits.MethodsThis review was conducted in accordance with the PRISMA scoping review guidelines. Searches were conducted through PubMed and EMBASE databases for studies published between 2000 and March 2023 with a focus on Europe.Results122 scientific articles and grey literature reports were identified. Access to greenspaces is positively associated with physical and mental health, and reduced risk of all-cause mortality and some non-communicable diseases. Greenspace quality is associated with increased physical activity and reduced risk of obesity. Nature-based therapies or green prescription are effective in improving mental health outcomes and overall health. Importantly, numerous co-benefits of greenspaces are identified.ConclusionIncreasing access to greenspaces for populations with particular attention to greenspace quality is important for co-benefits. Responsible governance and use of greenspaces are crucial to minimize public health risks and human disturbance of nature.
Mycobacterium tuberculosis resistente a Rifampicina en la provincia de El Oro-Ecuador
Authors: Apolo Bravo Mariuxi Zoraida , Andrade Campoverdeo Diego Paúl 
Published: May 2024

Introducción. La tuberculosis es una de las enfermedades infecciosas más antiguas y comunes, causada por una bacteria en forma de bastón, o bacilo, llamada Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Esta enfermedad es tratable con antibióticos, los cuales se prescriben durante meses debido a la lenta tasa de crecimiento de las bacterias. Entre los fármacos utilizados la Rifampicina se utiliza terapéuticamente para combatir esta enfermedad, sin embargo, algunos pacientes pueden presentar o desarrollar resistencia a este antibiótico, por lo que, es importante completar el tratamiento para evitar el desarrollo de bacterias farmacorresistentes y la re ocurrencia de la enfermedad. Objetivo. Caracterizar el Mycobacterium tuberculosis resistente a Rifampicina en la provincia de El Oro. Materiales y métodos. Se realizó un estudio con un enfoque cuantitativo, de tipo descriptivo y no experimental. La muestra se obtuvo de la base de datos del laboratorio clínico del área de micobacterias del Hospital Teófilo Dávila en el período 2019 – 2022, quienes luego de aplicar la prueba molecular rápida GeneXpert MTB/RIF o ULTRA determinaron que 48 pacientes presentaron resistencia a la Rifampicina en el tratamiento de la Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Resultados. El reporte del laboratorio evidenció que en el año 2022 se estableció el mayor número de casos de resistencia a Rifampicina para el tratamiento de Mycobacterium tuberculosis, alcanzando el 33,3%; el grupo etario de mayor afectación fue el adulto joven (20 a 49 años) con un 52,1%, y con una frecuencia elevada de 66,7% el sexo masculino. La comorbilidad con mayor predominio estuvo en los pacientes diagnosticados Diabetes Mellitus tipo 2 con un 27,1% y la condición de ingreso de pacientes con resistencia a Rifampicina, son de nuevos casos con 75%. Conclusiones. En la provincia de El Oro, entre el año 2019 – 2022 se presentaron 48 casos resistentes al antibiótico Rifampicina en el tratamiento de la TB, entre ellos el 75% corresponden a una resistencia inicial, es decir, pacientes que no fueron tratados contra la enfermedad, el otro 25% engloba a aquellos pacientes que recayeron en la enfermedad, fracaso o perdida de seguimiento por parte del laboratorio de vigilancia, área de micobacterias del Hospital Teófilo Dávila.
Resistencia antimicrobiana de Enterobacterias causante de infección del tracto urinario en pacientes ambulatorios
Authors: Morocho Marín Glenda Maribel , Ortiz Jonnathan Gerardo 
Published: May 2024

Las infecciones del tracto urinario son consideradas un problema de salud a nivel hospitalario y comunitario por el aumento de bacterias resistentes a los antibióticos. Objetivo: Analizar el patrón de susceptibilidad y resistencia antimicrobiana de Enterobacterias causante de infección del tracto urinario. Métodos: Se aplicó una investigación descriptiva de diseño documental. La población fue de 672 registros de urocultivos positivos, recopilados de la base de datos del Laboratorio San Pablo en el periodo 2021-2022. Para su tabulación y análisis los datos obtenidos fueron procesados en el Software SPSS versión 25.0. Resultados: Las ITU se presentan con mayor frecuencia en el género femenino 86,5%. El grupo etario con más afección es la edad adulta 50,4%. El agente etiológico con mayor incidencia fue Escherichia coli 75,74%, Citrobacter Freundii 8,93%, Klebsiella spp 6,10%. La producción de BLEE como mecanismo de resistencia predominaron en las cepas de E.coli y Klebsiella spp. Se encontró un mayor porcentaje de resistencia para Ampicilina y SXT. Los antibióticos con mejor sensibilidad destacaron nitrofurantoína, fosfomicina. Conclusión: La especie con mayor aislamiento, implicada en la etiología de infecciones urinarias sigue siendo E.coli con una sensibilidad alta para nitrofurantoína y fosfomicina.
Autoestima, agresividad y salud en estudiantes adolescentes
Authors: Machuca Ledesma Angie Adriana , Huallanca Carhuancho Koralito Ethel , Cabieses Pechú César José 
Published: May 2024

La adolescencia es un período crítico para el desarrollo de la autoestima, por ello, es importante que las instituciones educativas promuevan su desarrollo con la finalidad de que los estudiantes tengan los suficientes recursos protectores, de ajuste psicológico y social. Objetivo. Determinar la relación entre la autoestima y la agresividad en un grupo de adolescentes peruanos. Materiales y métodos. La población estuvo conformada por estudiantes, el número de la muestra por selección aleatoria fue de 324 adolescentes, varones entre 11 y 17 años de edad. Se utilizó la escala de autoestima de Rosenberg y el cuestionario de agresión-AQ de Buss y Perry; el estudio es de nivel correlacional y el diseño de campo, transversal. Resultados. Mostraron que no existe relación significativa entre las variables, ambas se comportan independientemente, los niveles obtenidos en el estudio fueron medios altos y altos, la agresividad física y verbal fueron predominantes. Conclusiones. Los resultados señalan que no necesariamente por poseer niveles bajos de autoestima, el constructo agresividad se encuentra presente en niveles elevados.
Conductas de salud en estudiantes universitarios: un análisis bayesiano
Authors: Mil-Serrano Andrés , Figari Salas Giovanni Paolo , Somocurcio Aranguri Maritza Elizabeth , Espina Romero Lorena , Guerrero-Alcedo Jesús Manuel 
Published: May 2024

En la actualidad, diversos estudios han explorado las diferencias de las conductas de salud en los estudiantes universitarios de acuerdo con características como edad, sexo y ciclo de estudio, no obstante, estos se han centrado en un enfoque frecuentista basado en la prueba de significancia de la hipótesis nula (NHST). Objetivo. Explorar las diferencias de las conductas de salud de acuerdo con el sexo, edad y ciclo académico, así como establecer la relación entre estas y la percepción de salud general en estudiantes universitarios peruanos, desde un enfoque bayesiano. Materiales y métodos. Se ejecutó un estudio cuantitativo, comparativo, correlacional y transversal, en una muestra de 708 universitarios seleccionados de manera intencional. Se utilizó el cuestionario de conductas de salud (CEJUV-R) y una ficha de datos sociodemográficos. Resultados. Los hallazgos muestran que los hombres tienen mejores hábitos de actividad y condición física y organización del sueño, con respecto a las mujeres. Asimismo, se observa una evidencia moderada a favor de la hipótesis alternativa del autocuidado en función de la edad y el ciclo académico. Finalmente, la actividad física, la organización del descanso, el autocuidado y la organización del sueño presentan evidencias muy fuertes (BF>100) de su relación con la percepción general de salud. Conclusión. El análisis bayesiano mostró evidencia a favor de la hipótesis alterna en algunas de las conductas de salud en función del sexo, edad y ciclo académico, lo que resaltan la importancia de promover conductas más saludables entre los estudiantes universitarios peruanos atendiendo a sus características personales.
Identificación de dimensiones del síndrome de burnout en estudiantes de Contaduría y Finanzas
Authors: Jinéz García Esther Lidia , Trigos Sánchez Lily Maribel , Callohuanca Avalos Edgar Dario , Yabar Miranda Percy Samuel , Bustinza Choquehuanca Sonia Agley , Roque Huanca Edgar Octavio 
Published: May 2024

El síndrome de burnout, también conocido como síndrome del desgaste o agotamiento físico y mental, constituye un problema de gran repercusión social en nuestros días. Objetivo. Identificar las dimensiones del síndrome de Burnout en estudiantes universitarios de la Carrera de Contaduría y Finanzas. Materiales y Método. Se desarrolló bajo un diseño observacional de corte transversal. En este sentido, un total de 161 estudiantes participaron en la investigación. Se utilizó el Maslach Burnout Inventory for Educators. Resultados. Los participantes al ser clasificados en las diferentes dimensiones del síndrome burnout mostraron como regularidad diferencias significativas (p<1.056e-06), (p<1.199e-10), (p<1.309e-13) con 74 (46%) y 57 (35%), 85 (53%) y 47 (29%) y 91 (56%) y 39 (24%) para los niveles bajo y alto de las dimensiones agotamiento emocional, cinismo e ineficacia profesional, respectivamente. No se encontraron asociaciones estadísticas entre las dimensiones del síndrome y las variables edad, género y estado civil de los participantes. Conclusión. Existen diferencias significativas entre los valores de las dimensiones del síndrome de burnout en estudiantes de la Carrera de Contaduría y Finanzas; la mayor cantidad de participantes clasifican en los niveles bajo y alto de las tres dimensiones. Por otro lado, no se observaron asociaciones estadísticas al clasificar a los participantes según edad, género y estado civil. Estos hallazgos brindan información relevante sobre la prevalencia de las dimensiones del síndrome de burnout en estudiantes, lo que puede ser útil para el desarrollo de estrategias de prevención y apoyo.