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Bacterial characterization of the oral cavity of the domestic cat population in the city of campo Grande, MS, Brazil

Owing to the high incidence of domestic animal bites and resultant bacterial infections, this study aimed to identify the main bacteria isolated from the oral microbiota of 50 domestic cats. This is the first study to identify the genus Pseudomonas as the most frequently isolated agent, corresponding to 45% of the samples, followed among the gram-negative bacteria by Acinetobacterlwoffi (8.33%), Achromobacter group F (6.66%), CDC group IIj (5%), Moraxella spp.(3.33%), CDC Group IIF(3.33%), Burkholderia mallei (3.33%), Flavobacterium spp. (1.66%), Kingella spp.

Os benefícios da alta frequência na cicatrização

O aparelho da alta frequência possui propriedades bactericida, fungicida, cicatrizante e antimicrobiana. Os efeitos são resultados da ação do ozônio que é liberado pelo aparelho e são de extrema importância no processo cicatrical. Nesse contexto, esse estudo objetivou analisar os benefícios da alta frequência na estimulação de cicatrização. O estudo foi desenvolvido a partir do levantamento de artigos científicos realizado nas bases de dados Pub Med, Lilacs, MedLine e Scielo.

Health education in territory: systemic arterial hypertension

Introduction: Due to the modifications of the health-disease context of a population and to the complexity in the process of the health professional's work, it is evidenced the importance of the Local Planning and Programming in Health (PPLS), which appears with strategic-situational focus to act in a planned way about certain reality. In this context, the present study has the purpose of explaining the actions of a PPLS accomplished in the linked territory of ESF Recanto das Águas, whose theme was Systemic Arterial Hypertension (SAH).

Parasitological analysis in vegetable hortalities in licínio de almeida - ba

The consumption of vegetables in Brazil Occurs largely due to Several factors such as low cost, ease of cultivation and acquisition of These products. Another relevant factor is the recommendation by doctors and nutritionists because of their great nutritional value, adding various vitamins, minerals and dietary fiber to their consumers' menu. However, the consumption of Lactuca Sativa L. occurs mainly in fresh form, which may be a vehicle for parasite contamination.

Influence of ozonated water application on resin composite adhesive resistance

Objective: To evaluate the influence of different cleaning solutions on the bond strength of an adhesive system and a composite resin. Method: 80 bovine dental crowns were selected, divided into four groups (n = 10): SS = saline solution; CHX = 2% chlorhexidine; EDTA = EDTA; OW = ozonated water (4ppm). Each group was subdivided into 2 storage periods (24h and 30 days). Then, three composite bulk fill flow resin cylinders were made using a Tygon matrix with 1 mm internal. The photoactivation was performed by LED light apparatus for 40 seconds.

Representação do aleitamento materno para acadêmicos da área da saúde

Objetivo: conhecer a representação do aleitamento materno para acadêmicos da área da saúde. Métodos: trata-se de um estudo qualitativo de cunho exploratório e descritivo. Realizado na cidade de Jequié, Estado da Bahia/Brasil, precisamente na Universidade Estadual do Sudoeste da Bahia. O presente estudo contou com a participação de vinte e cinco estudantes, sendo cinco de cada curso (enfermagem, farmácia, fisioterapia, medicina e odontologia). Os dados empíricos foram coletados por meio da entrevista semiestruturada e analisados pela técnica de analise de conteúdo temática.

Evaluation of the level of knowledge of the population of belém- pa on sexually transmitted infections (stis)

As Infecções Sexualmente Transmissíveis (IST) são problemas de Saúde Pública, devido à sua magnitude e dificuldade de acesso ao tratamento adequado, Este trabalho tem o intuito de analisar o conhecimento dos indivíduos frequentadores das praças nas ruas de Belém do Pará sobre IST’s.

Profile of a population with rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis in Southeastern Bahia

Objective: This study aims is to evaluate the periodontal and dental condition and its associations with sociodemographic, behavioral and clinical characteristics in individuals with a diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis. Methodology: The research was approved by the ethics committee in research with the number of opinion 2.234.767 and CAAE 72679117.5.0000.5578. The sample consisted of 67 individuals diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis.

The nurse and early diagnosis of breast cancer in a family health unit from recife

Objective: verify the actions of a nurse regarding the early breast cancer diagnosis in a family health unit from Recife/PE. Methods: this an exploratory and descriptive study with a quantitative approach performed with 40 women attended in a Family Health Unit (USF- Unidade de Saúde da Família in Portuguese) at Cafesópolis Sanitary District IV, city of Recife/PE. The data collection was through a structured questionnaire with multiple choices questions during from November to December in 2015.

Btex contaminated area diagnosis and mapping: case study

With the increase of the vehicle fleet in the country, the demand for fuel grows, thus increasing the number of gas stations in the national territory. However, from the unbridled growth, coupled with the lack of maintenance and wear and tear of the storage and pipelines of the stations can cause very serious problems for the environment and humans. This work aimed to determine and quantify BTEX compounds in soil and groundwater collected from a gas station area at various depths to map contamination surfaces.