Publications by authors named "D Papagiannis"
The educational environment is important for the development of life skills of nursing students in late- and post-adolescence. Strengthening their mental resilience, enhancing their individual confidence, and controlling stress are necessary conditions in this direction, which will help them cope with the future challenges of their chosen profession. We aimed to study the resilience profiles of nursing students by investigating their mental resilience and its association with their individual characteristics and lifestyle factors.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: The epidemiology of Q fever, caused by , varies significantly worldwide. This study aimed to document the prevalence of in Greece by measuring specific IgG antibody levels in serum samples from the general population and high-risk groups, including farmers, veterinarians, and laboratory workers.
Methodology: A multiregional, stratified sampling design was employed, with 1,345 participants from Thessaly and Central Macedonia.
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- The study examines the rise in leptospirosis cases following Storm Daniel in Thessaly, Greece, where 35 patients from flood-affected areas were treated, primarily adult women around 40 years old.
- The majority of cases (84.6%) were linked to floodwater contact, with Larissa being the hardest-hit area.
- Key symptoms included rash, fever, and myalgia, prompting calls for improved public health strategies, better sanitation, and community awareness to address future health risks exacerbated by climate change.
Background: Influenza vaccination among athletes is a crucial area in sports medicine. This descriptive, cross-sectional study aims to explore the vaccination practices and intentions regarding influenza vaccines among young athletes.
Methods: A structured, questionnaire-based study was conducted among students from the National School of Sports in Greece.
Background: Respiratory infections pose a major public health threat. The predominant viruses causing viral respiratory infections are influenza A and B (Flu-A, Flu-B), coronaviruses, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and adenovirus. This study aims to investigate the proportion of these cases via rapid antigen tests and assess seasonal patterns.
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