Publications by authors named "A Giannelli"
The last decades have witnessed an increase in the global population and movements of companion animals, contributing to changes in density and distribution of pet parasites. Control of companion animal parasites (CAPs) becomes increasingly relevant because of the intensifying human-animal bond. Parasites impact on the health of humans and their pets, but also of wildlife and the environment.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjective: Virtual Reality (VR) has been demonstrated to be an effective option for integrating psychological interventions in different therapeutic settings. This randomized controlled interventional study aims to assess the effects of VR, compared to tablet controlled intervention, on anxiety, depression, pain, and short-term psychophysical symptoms in advanced cancer patients assisted at home.
Methods: Participants were provided with a VR headset or a tablet (TAB) for 4 days.
Quantifying the neglected: Initial estimation of the global burden and economic impact of human toxocariasis.
Curr Res Parasitol Vector Borne Dis
May 2024
Article Synopsis
- Toxocariasis is a zoonotic infection caused by parasitic roundworms from dogs and cats that can lead to various health issues in humans, primarily mild febrile illness, but also severe cases affecting eyes and internal organs.
- Research shows that the disease results in an estimated loss of 91,714 Disability-Adjusted Life Years (DALYs) annually worldwide, with a significant portion associated with cognitive impairment in children.
- The study highlights a link between pet prevalence and human infection rates, indicates a substantial economic impact of around $2.5 billion annually, and calls for more research and targeted interventions to address this health concern.
Article Synopsis
- Leishmaniases are tropical diseases caused by protozoa transmitted by sandflies, showing a concerning spread to non-endemic regions despite global control efforts.
- This study analyzed the occurrence of Visceral Leishmaniasis (VL) and Tegumentary Leishmaniasis (TL) in a tropical region of Brazil from 2009 to 2019, using demographic and case data to create spatial maps of infections.
- A total of 116 cases were recorded, predominantly in men from rural areas, with strategies for prevention and control suggested to stop further spread.
Background: Canine Leishmaniasis (CanL) caused by the L. infantum species is one of the biggest threats to the health of the South American canine population. Chemotherapeutics currently used for the treatment of CanL fail to induce a total parasite clearance while inducing numerous side effects.
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