Reelin signaling pathway genotypes and Alzheimer disease in a Spanish population.

Background: Several reports suggest that the reelin protein could play a role in Alzheimer pathophysiology. This led us to ask whether genetic variability in the reelin pathway may increase the risk of developing Alzheimer disease (AD) or mild cognitive impairment (MCI).

Methods: This was a case-control study in which neuropsychological tests were administered and peripheral blood samples taken.

[Acute coronary events among spectators in a soccer stadium].

The aim of this study was to describe acute coronary syndromes (ACS) with a substantial emotional component in spectators of professional league competition sports events. The study was done at the Barcelona soccer team's home stadium. We recorded cases of ACS that occurred during official competition matches during the 2000-2001 season.

[Patterns of mortality in a cohort of workers followed during 28 years: the Manresa study].

Introduction And Objectives: To describe mortality patterns in a cohort of workers followed for 28 years, to estimate possible trends, and to compare the findings with those for the general population.

Subjects And Method: The cohort included 1059 healthy male workers aged 30 to 59 years and followed for 28 years. Physical examinations and structured interviews were carried out every 5 years.