Publications by authors named "J Astray Mochales"
We describe a community-wide outbreak of measles due to a D4 genotype virus that took place in the Region of Madrid, Spain, between February 2011 and August 2012, along with the control measures adopted. The following variables were collected: date of birth, sex, symptoms, complications, hospital admission, laboratory test results, link with another cases, home address, places of work or study, travel during the incubation period, ethnic group, and Mumps-Measles-Rubella (MMR) vaccination status. Incidences were calculated by 100,000 inhabitants.
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- The study investigates the rising problem of comorbidity (having multiple chronic conditions) in the Madrid population using data from the 2007 Regional Health Survey, highlighting its prevalence, epidemiological traits, and impact on healthcare usage.* -
- Results show that comorbidity is more common in women (37.3%) than men (23.7%), increases with age, low education, obesity, and substance use, with significant associations between comorbidity and hospitalization.* -
- The findings suggest that comorbidity is linked to socioeconomic factors and lifestyle choices, emphasizing the need for improved healthcare access and tailored interventions for affected populations.*