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Mycoplasma sp. is a pathogenic bacterium that causes feline mycoplasmosis or even feline infectious anemia, which in most cases is subclinical, but in some cases takes on an acute form resulting in hemolytic anemia. This study had as the objective of to detect the presence of hemotropic mycoplasmas (hemoplasmas) in blood samples from cats using PCR assays, and to association sex, age and hematologic changes. 100 samples were collected for blood count and PCR. Of the samples analyzed, 44% were positive for hemoplasmas.

Objective: To analyze the effects of vitamin D supplementation on blood pressure (BP) in patients with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). Method: For this systematic review, searches were performed in the databases PUBMED, COCHRANE LIBRARY, BVS, Embase and Web of Science for clinical trials about vitamin D supplementation in populations with CKD. The analysis of the articles had as selection criteria the outcome of searching for changes in blood pressure. Qualitative assessment for risk of bias in the studies included. Results: In the primary search in the databases, 204 articles were found.

Objective: To evaluate the healing activity of a crude extract of C. brasiliense on cutaneous wounds in rats. Method: adult male rats were wounded and randomized in three groups, where each one of those have received different topical treatment: 0.9% Saline Solution; Base Gel and Base Gel with crude extract of Callophylum brasiliense Cambess 2%. Morphometric and morphological analyses were performed at 7 and 14 days after topical treatment.

Objetivo: Avaliar os fatores associados à qualidade de vida dos indivíduos hipertensos de uma Unidade Básica de Saúde. Método: Estudo transversal, com abordagem quantitativa, realizado com 141 indivíduos hipertensos. Um questionário estruturado investigou o perfil socioeconômico e clínico, a qualidade de vida foi avaliada através do instrumento específico o Minichal Brasil. Para a análise dos dados utilizou-se o software SPSS versão 20.0 e analisar as associações da qualidade de vida com as variáveis clínicas e socioeconômicas utilizou-se o Mann-Mhitney.

In the face of escalating antibiotic resistance, a critical global health threat, this article delves into the imperative of rational antibiotic use. The discovery of antibiotics revolutionized medicine, offering a potent weapon against bacterial infections. However, the subsequent overuse and misuse of these drugs have precipitated a crisis of antibiotic resistance, rendering standard treatments ineffective and elevating the risk of untreatable infections.

Objetivos: Relatar a experiência da importância dos eventos realizados pela Liga Acadêmica de Saúde Materno-Infantil em tempos de Coronavírus. Método: Trata-se de estudo qualitativo, descritivo, do tipo relato de experiência de discentes e docentes da Liga Acadêmica de Saúde Materno-Infantil da Universidade do Estado de Minas Gerais, Unidade Divinópolis a respeito das atividades desenvolvidas de forma on-line diante do cenário da Covid-19.

The species Inga laurina (Sw.) Willd. belongs to the Fabaceae, popularly known as ingá, is widely distributed in Brazil, has wood of good quality, fruit with sweetened pulp, and can be used in the reforestation of riparian forests and recovery of degraded areas. Considering the importance of this species, the objective of this study was to evaluate the physiological quality of Iinga laurina seeds stored under different conditions.

Objetivo: Revisar conteúdos apresentados na literatura referente ao emprego dos sistemas robóticos nas diversas modalidades cirúrgicas. Método: Trata-se de uma revisão sistematizada, descritiva, exploratória e quali-quantitativa nas bases de dados LILACS, SciELO, Cochrane e MEDLINE.

A survey was conducted aimed to investigate the speed boat fishery from the main landing sites along the coastal area of the United Arab Emirates. Data was collected through 1827 fishing vessel (speed boat) during the fishing season 2020. The results revealed that, the fishing gears used in speed boat were: trap, net and hand-line. For each gear, species composition, catch size and catch per unit effort were estimated. The results stated the traditional traps had a major catch in speed boat fishery and constitute 57.0% followed by nets 28.0% and hand-line with 15%.

Introdução - Em virtude das condições peculiares da atividade laboral policial, como a existência de plantões, horas extras, sobrecarga de trabalho, exposição aos perigos inerentes ao cotidiano do trabalho policial civil, esta categoria profissional precisa ser melhor pesquisada. Objetivo -Este estudo teve como objetivo identificar os fatores de risco psicossociais no contexto de trabalho da polícia civil no estado de Mato Grosso do Sul, Brasil. Método -Foi realizado um estudo descritivo e analítico, de corte transversal, com uso do método quantitativo.