Publications by authors named "A F Duarte"

Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder in which there is slow and gradual impairment of mental function. Considering the increase in cases due to population aging, the potential benefits of physical training in AD are of great importance and need further elucidation. This study aims to identify the impact of physical training on crucial aspects of AD such as cognitive status, physical performances, quality of life and activities of daily living.

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Colorectal cancer (CRC) is commonly treated with intestinal resections that lead to colostomy, which can influence changes in eating habits. This study aimed to analyze energy and nutrient intake, diet quality, and food consumption based on the processing level in CRC patients after colostomy. A prospective study was carried out at three time points (T0-recent colostomy, T1-3 months after colostomy, and T2-6 months after colostomy).

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\nKlebsiella pneumoniae is a common pathogen of healthcare-associated infections expressing a plethora of antimicrobial resistance loci, including ADP-ribosyltransferase coding genes (arr), able to mediate rifampicin resistance. The latter has activity against a broad range of microorganisms by inhibiting DNA-dependent RNA polymerases. This study aims to characterise the arr distribution and genetic context in 138 clinical isolates of K.

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Article Synopsis
  • Bluetongue virus serotype 3 (BTV-3) was detected in Portugal's Alentejo region in September 2024, first identified in a sheep showing severe symptoms like head swelling and respiratory issues.
  • Two cases were confirmed within the same area, leading to high mortality rates in affected livestock.
  • In light of the rapid spread of BTV-3, monitoring and vaccination campaigns are underway to protect livestock health and control the virus's transmission.
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