Publications by authors named "Bruno Wakayama"
Introduction: HIV/AIDS and hepatitis B are diseases with major epidemiological and social impacts, with important effects in the dentistry context. This study aimed to compare the knowledge, presence, and manifestation of discriminatory and stigmatizing acts of dental surgeons, dental assistants, and dental students concerning social representations of HIV/AIDS and hepatitis B.
Methodology: This cross-sectional, quantitative study was carried out in Brazil with primary health care dental surgeons (n = 219) and dental assistants (n = 152) in 40 municipalities and dental students of a public university (n = 179).
Article Synopsis
- Hepatitis B is a global health concern with high rates of infectivity, prompting a study on dental surgeons' vaccination status in Sao Paulo's Public Health System.
- The research involved a cross-sectional survey of 219 dentists, revealing that while 74.9% received the vaccine, 35.6% were still not immune to HBV.
- Key factors affecting immunity included professional experience, knowledge about HBV, and whether dentists completed the full vaccination schedule.
Aim: To verify the immunization status of dental students against HBV using an immunochromatographic rapid test and explore its associated protective and preventive effects against the disease.
Material And Methods: This transversal epidemiological study was conducted in a public dental school in Brazil. A total of 263 dental students who were at clinical practice were invited to participate in the study.
Article Synopsis
- The study focused on assessing the quality of life (QoL) of individuals with HIV/AIDS in Brazil using a specific measurement tool called HAT-QoL.
- 109 participants took part in the research, and the findings highlighted that educational level, occupation, financial status, ethnicity, and health symptoms significantly influenced their QoL.
- The study concluded that various sociodemographic factors and issues related to HIV/AIDS notably impact the quality of life for those living with the condition.