Publications by authors named "I L Calderon"
Climate-related disasters pose significant risks to mental health and well-being globally. Individuals from disaster-prone regions, such as Puerto Rico, are at even greater risk. The devastating effects of recurrent hurricanes, compounded with pre-existing structural disparities (e.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Since 2015, ~ 8 million Venezuelans have fled what was once Latin America's most prosperous nation, with many relocating to nearby Colombia and others migrating to the United States (U.S.).
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- The study investigates whether the events of October 7, 2023, in Israel affected IVF outcomes by comparing women treated after that date with a control group treated prior.
- The researchers included 580 patients, assessing factors like age, BMI, and IVF cycle number, and found no significant differences in pregnancy rates or embryo quality between the groups.
- The results suggest that the 'October 7' events did not have an impact on the success of IVF treatments, as outcomes remained largely consistent.
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- * It compared placental samples from three groups: women without diabetes, those with gestational diabetes, and those with a history of diabetes, analyzing their glycemic control and vessel characteristics.
- * Findings revealed that women with gestational or previous diabetes had altered vessel characteristics, including a reduction in the number and area of vessels, indicating that high blood sugar can impact placental blood supply.
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- The aftermath of Hurricane María in 2017 led to a significant migration of Puerto Ricans to the continental U.S., despite their territorial ties to the U.S. and distinct cultural identity.
- The study focused on the experiences of 42 Puerto Rican parents who were displaced, using cultural stress theory and psychological sense of community to understand their challenges and resilience.
- Findings reveal that these parents faced the loss of social connections and support networks in exchange for the potential economic and safety benefits in the U.S., highlighting their complex journey as cross-cultural migrants.