Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Senthil Amudhan, Huruli Prakasha, Payel Mahapatra, Ajit Deo Burma, Vinayak Mishra, Manoj Kumar Sharma, Girish N. Rao
Summary: The study revealed that technology addiction is becoming an increasingly serious public health issue among school-going adolescents in India, with a prevalence rate of 10.69%. Phone addiction was found to be the most common type, and technology addiction was significantly associated with various risk factors at the individual, family, and school levels.
JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Review
Pediatrics
Iria Neri, Carlotta Galeone, Claudio Pelucchi, Gianluca Ronci, Paolo Matruglio, Maria Paola Pedone, Elena Galli
Summary: Atopic dermatitis (AD) is one of the most common diseases worldwide. The prevalence and incidence of AD in Italian pre-school children show wide variation, and the severity of AD is assessed through different methods, all indicating a significant impact on patients' quality of life.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Hoda S. Abdel Magid, Carly E. Milliren, Kathryn Rice, Nina Molanphy, Kennedy Ruiz, Holly C. Gooding, Tracy K. Richmond, Michelle C. Odden, Jason M. Nagata
Summary: This study examines the association between individual, neighborhood, and school-level influences during adolescence on young adult blood pressure. The results show that individual-level characteristics and school factors are more strongly associated with hypertension than neighborhood factors. The study suggests that unequal conditions in school environments for adolescents may increase the risk of hypertension later in life.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Carly E. Milliren, Omar M. Sajjad, Hoda S. Abdel Magid, Holly C. Gooding, Tracy K. Richmond, Jason M. Nagata
Summary: Using data from the Add Health study, this research examines the relationship between adolescent school and neighborhood contexts and the likelihood of diabetes in young adulthood. The study finds that individual-level factors have the strongest association with young adult diabetes, with smaller contributions from school and neighborhood factors, and a small proportion of variance explained by school and neighborhood contexts.
Article
Radiology, Nuclear Medicine & Medical Imaging
Alessandra Zorz, Francesca Calderoni, Roberta Castriconi, Francesca di Franco, Marco Felisi, Pasqualina Gallo, Francesca Itta, Mariaconcetta Longo, Luigi Manco, Olga Milazzo, Alessandro Savini, Carlo Cavedon, Nicola Maffei
Summary: The young working group of the Italian Association of Medical and Health Physics (AIFM) conducted an online survey to assess the current situation of the under 35 AIFM members. The results showed that a majority of the respondents had fixed term/permanent employment in public hospitals, with a significant number of students leaving their region of origin for their training and education. Most of the respondents lacked a Radiation Protection Expert title and only a small percentage had teaching experience. The survey highlighted the brain drain phenomenon and will inform the future working program of the AIFM.
PHYSICA MEDICA-EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF MEDICAL PHYSICS
(2023)
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Jamila Kissa, Bouchra El Houari, Khadija Amine, Sihame Chemlali, Nadia Khlil, Salwa Mikou, Amina Gharibi, Imane El Ouadnassi, Chouaib Rifki, Jasim M. Albandar
Summary: This study in Morocco found a high prevalence and severity of periodontal disease among children and young adults attending public schools compared to other populations of similar age. The rates of probing depth and attachment loss increased significantly with age.
JOURNAL OF PERIODONTOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Nursing
Aurelie Untas, Eleonore Jarrige, Christel Vioulac, Geraldine Dorard
Summary: This study aimed to explore the prevalence and characteristics of adolescent young carers in France, and the results showed that the prevalence of adolescent young carers is high, especially among females caring for their parents. Caregivers reported a lower quality of life compared to non carers.
JOURNAL OF ADVANCED NURSING
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Rebecca J. van Kalsbeek, Helena J. H. van der Pal, Leontien C. M. Kremer, Edit Bardi, Morven C. Brown, Rachel Effeney, Jeanette F. Winther, Cecilia Follin, Jaap den Hartogh, Riccardo Haupt, Lars Hjorth, Tomas Kepak, Katerina Kepakova, Gill Levitt, Jacqueline J. Loonen, Marlies Mangelschots, Monica Muraca, Marleen Renard, Harun Sabic, Carina U. Schneider, Anne Uyttebroeck, Roderick Skinner, Renee L. Mulder
Summary: The PanCareFollowUp Recommendations Working Group collaborates with stakeholders to develop harmonised recommendations in Europe, emphasizing survivor and healthcare provider awareness, as well as tailored clinical evaluation and/or surveillance tests.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF CANCER
(2021)
Article
Oncology
Cas Drabbe, Elena S. Coenraadts, Winan J. van Houdt, Michiel A. J. van de Sande, Johannes J. Bonenkamp, Jacco J. de Haan, Johanna W. M. Nin, Cornelis Verhoef, Winette T. A. van der Graaf, Olga Husson
Summary: This study aims to identify AYA sarcoma survivors with impaired social functioning (ISF) and determine the clinical and psychosocial factors associated with ISF. The study found that more than one-quarter of AYA sarcoma survivors experience ISF long after diagnosis. Unemployment and having to make lifestyle changes due to financial problems caused by physical conditions or medical treatment were associated with ISF, while better social support was associated with non-ISF. These results emphasize the importance of follow-up care that focuses not only on the disease but also on the psychological and social domains.
Article
Clinical Neurology
Giorgia Coratti, Martina Ricci, Anna Capasso, Adele D'amico, Valeria Sansone, Claudio Bruno, Sonia Messina, Federica Ricci, Tiziana Mongini, Michela Coccia, Gabriele Siciliano, Elena Pegoraro, Mara Turri, Massimiliano Filosto, Giacomo Comi, Riccardo Masson, Lorenzo Maggi, Irene Bruno, Maria Grazia D'Angelo, Antonio Trabacca, Veria Vacchiano, Maria Donati, Isabella Simone, Lucia Ruggiero, Antonio Varone, Lorenzo Verriello, Angela Berardinelli, Caterina Agosto, Antonella Pini, Maria Antonietta Maioli, Luigia Passamano, Filippo Brighina, Nicola Carboni, Matteo Garibaldi, Riccardo Zuccarino, Delio Gagliardi, Sabrina Siliquini, Stefano Previtali, Domenica Taruscio, Stefania Boccia, Maria Carmela Pera, Marika Pane, Eugenio Mercuri
Summary: This study aimed to assess the prevalence of SMA and treatment prescription in Italy. An online survey was conducted, and data on 1255 SMA patients were collected. The majority of patients (85%) were receiving one of the available treatments.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Joseph K. B. Matovu, Justine N. Bukenya, Dickson Kasozi, Stephens Kisaka, Rose Kisa, Agnes Nyabigambo, Abdulaziz Tugume, John Baptist Bwanika, Levicatus Mugenyi, Irene Murungi, David Serwadda, Rhoda K. Wanyenze
Summary: In-school AGYW engaged in more protective sexual behaviors and had lower rates of HIV and syphilis than their out-of-school counterparts. These findings indicate the need for target-specific risk-reduction interventions based on schooling status.
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
S. Caruso, G. F. Ferrazzano, M. Severino, A. Fratini, L. Ralli, R. Gatto, A. Mattei
Summary: This study aims to understand the use of sealants in an Italian pediatric population and its correlation with caries risk, DMFT, and other sociodemographic factors. The findings showed that the use of sealants in children is extremely low, possibly due to lack of information and awareness, as well as skepticism from some dentists regarding the effectiveness and usefulness of sealants. Therefore, applying sealants to healthy occlusal surfaces is crucial in preventing caries development, especially during childhood and adolescence when the incidence of this pathology is high.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PAEDIATRIC DENTISTRY
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Developmental
Jessica Liu, Rebecca Butler, Amy Turncliff, Caroline Gray, Stacey Lynch, Jennie Whittaker, Vanessa Iroegbulem, Dan Howell, Randi M. Schuster
Summary: This study examined the perceptions of school personnel on diversion programs for addressing substance use in schools. The findings revealed that despite the belief in punishment as an appropriate response, diversion programs were considered more effective but less commonly used. Barriers to implementing diversion programs included funding, staff training, and parental support.
JOURNAL OF ADOLESCENT HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Nursing
Anna N. Wan, Annette S. Nasr
Summary: This qualitative study explores the perceptions of parent-adolescent dyads as male and female adolescents returned to learn after sustaining a concussion. It reveals that adolescents may feel misunderstood by school staff about their injuries, overwhelmed by their injuries, and lack clarity and implementation in academic accommodations.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL NURSING
(2021)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Kaymarlin Govender, Sean Beckett, Tarylee Reddy, Richard G. Cowden, Cherie Cawood, David Khanyile, Ayesha B. M. Kharsany, Gavin George, Adrian Puren
Summary: This study examines HIV prevalence and risk behaviors among adolescent girls and young women in South Africa. It found that exposure to multiple interventions was associated with favorable behavioral outcomes. These findings highlight the importance of implementing comprehensive interventions to support the sexual and reproductive health of adolescent girls and young women.
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Ilenia Mappa, Marika Di Vito, Maria Elena Flacco, Daniele di Mascio, Francesco D'Antonio, Giuseppe Rizzo
Summary: This study demonstrates that viral load in the amniotic fluid is a strong predictor of adverse perinatal outcome in congenital CMV infection. Adequate follow-up, especially in cases of high viral load in the amniotic fluid, is necessary to better predict postnatal adverse outcomes in infected newborns.
JOURNAL OF PERINATAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Dermatology
Alessandro Borghi, Maria Elena Flacco, Pierantonia Zedde, Giulia Toni, Natale Schettini, Monica Corazza
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the impact of achieving complete clearance with corticosteroid treatment on the suffering and quality of life (QoL) of VLS patients. The results showed that patients who achieved complete clearance had lower scores in terms of disease impact and improved QoL compared to those with partial improvements, suggesting that VLS clearance is associated with a significant improvement in patient QoL.
Article
Dermatology
Monica Corazza, Maria Elena Flacco, Natale Schettini, Alessandro Borghi
Summary: This study aimed to assess the impact of eczematous diseases on quality of life (QoL) and compare the differences between face and hand involvement. The results showed that PRISM was more accurate in reflecting the burden of eczematous diseases on the face compared to DLQI. This suggests that site involvement should be considered when selecting a QoL assessment tool.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Federica Castellani, Federico Marini, Giulia Simonetti, Carmela Protano, Leila Fabiani, Lamberto Manzoli, Matteo Vitali
Summary: Concentrations of 7 PCDDs, 10 PCDFs and 18 PCBs were measured in 16 milk samples from sheep and goats in Bussi sul Tirino, central Italy. The samples complied with the maximum levels set in EU regulations for PCDD/Fs and the sum of PCDD/Fs and DL-PCBs. However, in two cases, contamination levels of the sum of PCDD/Fs and DL-PCBs exceeded the action levels recommended by the EU. The contamination profiles of the milk samples were independent of the distance from the illegal landfill but likely influenced by local emission sources.
FOOD ADDITIVES AND CONTAMINANTS PART A-CHEMISTRY ANALYSIS CONTROL EXPOSURE & RISK ASSESSMENT
(2023)
Article
Immunology
Maria Elena Flacco, Cecilia Acuti Martellucci, Graziella Soldato, Giuseppe Di Martino, Roberto Carota, Marco De Benedictis, Graziano Di Marco, Giustino Parruti, Rossano Di Luzio, Antonio Caponetti, Lamberto Manzoli
Summary: This cohort study examined the incidence of potentially vaccine-related serious adverse events (PVR-SAEs) in the entire population of an Italian Province based on COVID-19 vaccination status. The findings showed that vaccinated individuals did not have an increased risk of death or PVR-SAEs compared to the unvaccinated. These results were consistent across different demographics, vaccine types, and infection statuses. Further research is needed to assess the long-term safety of COVID-19 vaccines.
Review
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Francesco D'Antonio, Asma Khalil, Giuseppe Rizzo, Anna Fichera, Mauricio Herrera, Danilo Buca, Roberta Morelli, Chiara Cerra, Rossana Orabona, Cecilia Acuti Martellucci, Maria Elena Flacco, Federico Prefumo
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the role of aspirin in reducing the risk of preeclampsia and adverse maternal and perinatal outcomes in twin pregnancies. The results showed that the risk of preeclampsia was lower in twin pregnancies treated with aspirin compared to those not treated with aspirin, but there was no significant difference in other outcomes such as gestational hypertension and fetal growth restriction.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY MFM
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Alessandro Borghi, Maria Elena Flacco, Lucrezia Pacetti, Gionathan Orioni, Elisa Marzola, Rosario Cultrera, Valentina Guerra, Roberto Manfredini, Valeria Gaspari, Daniela Segala, Monica Corazza
Summary: There is no evidence of seasonal variation in visits to STI clinics in Italy, nor of changes after the advent of the COVID-19 pandemic. A multicentric study recorded and analyzed visits to STI clinics in Italy between January 2016 and November 2021, and found a significant decrease in monthly visits during the pandemic compared to before. Visits to STI clinics increased during autumn/winter in the pre-pandemic period, but this trend was reversed during the pandemic.
JOURNAL OF PERSONALIZED MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Virology
Maria Elena Flacco, Cecilia Acuti Martellucci, Graziella Soldato, Giuseppe Di Martino, Annalisa Rosso, Roberto Carota, Marco De Benedictis, Graziano Di Marco, Rossano Di Luzio, Matteo Ricci, Antonio Caponetti, Davide Gori, Lamberto Manzoli
Summary: This cohort study in Italy found that females, older individuals, and those with diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), kidney disease, and cancer were at a higher risk of SARS-CoV-2 infection. The likelihood of severe or lethal COVID-19 was significantly lower among younger individuals, while comorbidities were independently associated with a higher risk. Vaccination, especially with booster doses, significantly reduced the risk of severe or lethal disease.
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Francesco D'Antonio, Nashwa Eltaweel, Smriti C. Prasad, Maria Elena C. Flacco, Lamberto C. Manzoli, Asma C. Khalil
Summary: This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the role of cervical cerclage in preventing preterm birth and adverse outcomes in twin pregnancies. The findings suggest that cervical cerclage in twin pregnancies with short cervical length or cervical dilatation is associated with a reduced risk of preterm birth and improved neonatal outcomes. However, confirmation of these findings in large and well-designed randomized controlled trials is needed for stronger evidence.
Article
Immunology
Annalisa Rosso, Maria Elena Flacco, Graziella Soldato, Giuseppe Di Martino, Cecilia Acuti Martellucci, Roberto Carota, Marco De Benedictis, Graziano Di Marco, Rossano Di Luzio, Matteo Fiore, Antonio Caponetti, Lamberto Manzoli
Summary: A cohort study was conducted in the province of Pescara, Italy, to assess the real-world effectiveness of SARS-CoV-2 vaccination. The study found that individuals who received at least one booster dose had an 85% lower risk of severe or lethal COVID-19. Moreover, during the Omicron predominance period, only the group who received at least a booster dose showed a reduced risk of COVID-19-related death.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Annalisa Rosso, Alessandro Rinaldi, Daniele Coluzzi, Fabrizio Perrelli, Pier Angela Napoli, Maria Elena Flacco, Lamberto Manzoli, Giuseppe De Angelis
Summary: The Local Health Authority (ASL) in Rome has developed a strategy to control the COVID-19 epidemic in Hard-to-reach migrant communities. This strategy involves collaboration with Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), active surveillance, and offering health interventions such as testing, contact tracing, and vaccination. The results so far have been successful, with several outbreaks controlled and a significant number of people reached and vaccinated. This intervention model can serve as a foundation for public health strategies targeting not only Hard-to-reach populations.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Surgery
Matteo Rottoli, Antonino Spinelli, Gianluca Pellino, Alice Gori, Giacomo Calini, Maria E. Flacco, Lamberto Manzoli, Gilberto Poggioli
Summary: This study found that colorectal cancer surgery in low-volume centers is associated with suboptimal management, poor postoperative outcomes, and inadequate oncologic resections. Therefore, centralization of rectal cancer cases to high-volume centers should be considered to optimize surgical outcomes.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF SURGERY
(2023)