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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Emiliano Perez, Alejandro Espacio, Santiago Salamanca, Pilar Merchan
Summary: This study proposes an assisted wheelchair-user design methodology based on iterative bidirectional communication, using VR technology and a wheelchair simulator to improve accessible building design. It emphasizes the significance of firsthand experience in detecting imperceptible obstacles.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2022)
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Immunology
Shurong Hu, Jingwen Liu, Shuyan Li, Qiangqiang Wu, Xiaoying Wang, Dingting Xu, Yan Chen
Summary: This study investigated the awareness, willingness to vaccinate, and influencing factors of COVID-19 vaccine in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) patients. The results showed that IBD patients had a more cautious attitude towards COVID-19 vaccination, which may lead to a higher rate of vaccine hesitancy. Further efforts should be made to protect IBD patients from COVID-19 infections and achieve adequate vaccination coverage.
FRONTIERS IN IMMUNOLOGY
(2023)
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Salleh Annas, Mohd Zamri-Saad
Summary: Intranasal vaccination is a method used to stimulate mucosal immunity in controlling respiratory diseases in both human and animal health. The veterinary practice of using aerosol or intranasal vaccines may offer insights into combating COVID-19. Current control measures for the pandemic include social distancing, mask wearing, hand washing, self-isolation, and vaccination.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Katie Attwell, Joshua Lake, Joanne Sneddon, Paul Gerrans, Chris Blyth, Julie Lee
Summary: The study found that a significant number of people remain undecided about receiving a COVID-19 vaccine, which could impact the rollout of the vaccine. Key factors include perception of the severity of the pandemic, trust in science, attitude towards influenza vaccines, among others.
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Alexa B. D'Angelo, Christian Grov, Jeremiah Johnson, Nicholas Freudenberg
Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic has raised concerns about drug patenting and pricing, with pharmaceutical companies patenting treatments for the virus. This article examines legal pathways used to challenge pharmaceutical patents, drawing lessons from the HIV/AIDS pandemic. It also offers suggestions for advocacy and policy to improve access to COVID-19 treatments globally.
GLOBAL PUBLIC HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Stephane Raffard, Sophie Bayard, Margot Eisenblaetter, Philippe Tattard, Jerome Attal, Yasmine Laraki, Delphine Capdevielle
Summary: Recent evidence suggests that people with schizophrenia are at high risk for severe COVID-19 and impaired decision-making capacities could negatively affect their uptake of COVID-19 vaccination. A study found that 56.3% of outpatients with schizophrenia had diminished capacity to consent to COVID-19 vaccination, which was associated with lower vaccination rates, poorer cognition, and higher levels of psychotic symptoms. It is urgent to develop interventions for enhancing informed consent for vaccination within this population.
EUROPEAN ARCHIVES OF PSYCHIATRY AND CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Corentin Cot, Giacomo Cacciapaglia, Anna Sigridur Islind, Maria Oskarsdottir, Francesco Sannino
Summary: Using the eRG framework, this study examines the diffusion of COVID-19 in the US and finds that vaccinations alone are insufficient to curb the pandemic. Strict social distancing measures must continue to be implemented to control the current and future waves of the virus.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Jiale Zhu, Manyi Wang
Summary: This article discusses the utilization of m-banking systems by firms to communicate with consumers and emphasizes the importance of m-banking to both banks and users. The study employs a descriptive research method to investigate the adoption of mobile banking technology by consumers and explore the inter-relationships between different variables. The findings can provide insights for businesses to understand the benefits of m-banking and develop corresponding strategies.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Elizabeth Wrigley-Field, Mathew Kiang, Alicia R. Riley, Magali Barbieri, Yea-Hung Chen, Kate A. Duchowny, Ellicott C. Matthay, David Van Riper, Kirrthana Jegathesan, Kirsten Bibbins-Domingo, Jonathon P. Leider
Summary: A study found that COVID vaccination schedules based solely on age benefit older white populations but come at the expense of younger BIPOC populations with higher risk. Prioritizing high-risk geographic areas for vaccination targets mortality risk better, while direct prioritization of high-risk racial/ethnic groups may perform even better. Vaccination strategies directly impact equitable access, both domestically and globally.
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Immunology
Elba Mauriz, Jose P. Fernandez-Vazquez, Cristina Diez-Flecha, Sofia Reguero-Celada, Tania Fernandez-Villa, Ana Fernandez-Somoano, Joan A. Cayla, Jesus A. Lozano-Garcia, Ana M. Vazquez-Casares, Vicente Martin-Sanchez
Summary: This study investigated the impact of a COVID-19 outbreak in a long-term care facility for the elderly after the initial vaccination. The results showed that 75.0% of residents and 56.3% of workers tested positive 4 days after vaccination. Among the 68 vaccinated individuals, 95.58% of the elderly residents were infected with symptoms, with 34.9% requiring hospitalization and 25.8% dying.
Article
Infectious Diseases
Tsheten Tsheten, Phurpa Tenzin, Archie C. A. Clements, Darren J. Gray, Lhawang Ugyel, Kinley Wangdi
Summary: With support from several countries including India, the United States, Denmark, China, and Croatia, Bhutan was able to successfully conduct two rounds of nationwide vaccination campaign, inoculating over 95% of its eligible population. The success can be attributed to strong national leadership, well-coordinated national preparedness plan, and effective mass communication and social engagement.
INFECTIOUS DISEASES OF POVERTY
(2022)
Editorial Material
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Heidi L. Rehm
Summary: Studies have shown that genomic analysis is valuable for diagnosing rare diseases, but access to it is still limited. Global data sharing is necessary to further enhance our understanding of all causes of rare diseases.
Article
Infectious Diseases
Ze-yu Zhao, Yan Niu, Li Luo, Qing-qing Hu, Tian-long Yang, Mei-jie Chu, Qiu-ping Chen, Zhao Lei, Jia Rui, Cheng-long Song, Sheng-nan Lin, Yao Wang, Jing-wen Xu, Yuan-zhao Zhu, Xing-chun Liu, Meng Yang, Jie-feng Huang, Wei-kang Liu, Bin Deng, Chan Liu, Zhuo-yang Li, Pei-hua Li, Yan-hua Su, Ben-hua Zhao, Wen-long Huang, Roger Frutos, Tian-mu Chen
Summary: This study developed an age-specific model based on the current transmission patterns of COVID-19 in Wuhan City to simulate the optimal vaccination strategy. The results emphasize the importance of vaccinating at least 85% of the total population and prioritizing vaccination for age group 2, among other key recommendations.
INFECTIOUS DISEASES OF POVERTY
(2021)
Article
Immunology
Antonio Giampiero Russo, Adriano Decarli, Maria Grazia Valsecchi
Summary: Evidence from COVID-19 outbreak suggests that individuals with specific chronic diseases are at higher risk of severe prognosis, prompting public health authorities to prioritize vaccination programmes targeting the frailest subjects to minimize deaths and preserve health service resilience. Analysis of data from 146,087 COVID-19 cases in Milan identified high-risk categories for mortality, allowing for prioritization in vaccination strategies. Results showed that older age categories shared common risk factors, while younger age categories had different predictors.
Editorial Material
Medicine, General & Internal
Eric J. Rubin, Lindsey R. Baden, Stephen Morrissey
Summary: This article discusses the variations in infection rates and illness around the world and the implications for physicians.
NEW ENGLAND JOURNAL OF MEDICINE
(2022)