Publications by authors named "A Osuna"
Introduction: The impact of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection on physical fitness in previously healthy adults is not well understood. In this study, we assess the impact of SARS-CoV-2 infection on the physical fitness test (PT) scores of Air Force basic trainees.
Materials And Methods: SARS-CoV-2 testing data and trainee fitness test scores for the calendar year 2021 were obtained from U.
, the rat lungworm, is a zoonotic parasite mainly of rats which act as definitive hosts. If humans become accidentally infected, the nematode is capable of migrating to the brain causing meningoencephalitis. Intermediate hosts are snails and slugs.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFGenome drafts of strains C2 and C3 isolated from honey bees in Spain.
Microbiol Resour Announc
November 2024
Article Synopsis
- The text discusses a common parasite affecting honey bees, highlighting its significance in research.* -
- Two specific strains of the parasite, named C2 and C3, have their draft genome sequences reported, measuring approximately 27.15 Mbp and 26.94 Mbp.* -
- These genome sequences, obtained using the Illumina MiSeq platform, will aid in future studies related to comparative and functional genomics.*
Background: Chagas disease, once restricted mainly to the Americas, Chagas disease has become a global health problem due to migration from endemic to non-endemic areas. In non-endemic regions, transmission is limited to vertical transmission from infected mothers to newborns or through blood and organ donations. A major challenge in the management of the disease lies in the diagnosis of chronic cases, as blood-borne parasites are often absent and antibodies persist for life, complicating the evaluation of treatment.
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- * A study at Hospital Universitari i Politécnic in Valencia, Spain, from 2010 to 2020 analyzed 3713 cases, revealing an 11.7% prevalence, primarily among women of childbearing age, with many patients undiagnosed and untreated.
- * Treatment with the drug benznidazole led to adverse reactions in 107 out of 204 patients, highlighting the challenges CD poses for healthcare systems and the importance of raising awareness about the disease.