Publications by authors named "Mar Isnard"
Background: Past exposure to schistosomiasis is frequent among migrants from endemic countries, and chronic untreated infection may lead to long-term morbidities.
Methods: We carried out a prospective population-based cross-sectional study among migrants from endemic Sub-Saharan countries living in Barcelona, Spain. Participants had not been previously diagnosed or treated for schistosomiasis.
Article Synopsis
- Schistosomiasis is a disease that's common in sub-Saharan Africa, and this study looked at male migrants in Spain to see if they showed signs of it.
- The researchers tested 388 men and found that about 38% had positive tests for Schistosoma, with only a tiny number showing parasite eggs in their urine.
- Many reported different health issues related to their genitals, showing that even after living in Europe for a long time, symptoms can still be present.
Article Synopsis
- Chronic schistosomiasis is likely more common among African migrant women in countries where the disease isn't typically found.
- There is a pressing need for a reliable diagnostic method to accurately assess how widespread this condition is.
- Understanding the clinical presentation of female genital schistosomiasis in this group is crucial for effective treatment and management.
Background: Imported schistosomiasis is an emerging issue in European countries as a result of growing global migration from schistosomiasis-endemic countries, mainly in sub-Saharan Africa. Undetected infection may lead to serious long-term complications with an associated high cost for public healthcare systems especially among long-term migrants.
Objective: To evaluate from a health economics perspective the introduction of schistosomiasis screening programs in non-endemic countries with high prevalence of long-term migrants.
Background: SARS-CoV-2 vaccination is the most effective strategy to protect older residents of long-term care facilities (LTCF) against severe COVID-19, but primary vaccine responses are less effective in older adults. Here, we characterised the humoral responses of institutionalised seniors 3 months after they had received the mRNA/BNT162b2 vaccine.
Methods: plasma levels of SARS-CoV-2-specific total IgG, IgM and IgA antibodies were measured before and 3 months after vaccination in older residents of LTCF.
Background: Covid-19 pandemic has particularly affected older people living in Long-term Care settings in terms of infection and mortality.
Methods: We carried out a cross-sectional analysis within a cohort of Long-term care nursing home residents between March first and June thirty, 2020, who were ≥ 65 years old and on whom at least one PCR test was performed. Socio-demographic, comorbidities, and clinical data were recorded.
(1) Background: In epidemiological terms, it has been possible to calculate the savings in health resources and the reduction in the health effects of COVID vaccines. Conducting an economic evaluation, some studies have estimated its cost-effectiveness; the vaccination shows highly favorable results, cost-saving in some cases. (2) Methods: Cost-benefit analysis of the vaccination campaign in the North Metropolitan Health Region (Catalonia).
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: The prevalence of people with complex chronic conditions is increasing. This population's high social and health needs require person-centred integrated approaches to care.
Methods: To collect data about experiences with the health system and identify priorities for care, we conducted 2 focus groups and 15 semi-structured interviews involving patients with multimorbidity and advanced conditions, caregivers, and representatives of patients' associations.
Background: The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic has caused an unprecedented worldwide public health crisis that requires new management approaches. COVIDApp is a mobile app that was adapted for the management of institutionalized individuals in long-term care facilities.
Objective: The aim of this paper is to report the implementation of this innovative tool for the management of long-term care facility residents as a high-risk population, specifically for early identification and self-isolation of suspected cases, remote monitoring of mild cases, and real-time monitoring of the progression of the infection.
Background: It is accepted that patient education can be beneficial in the treatment of chronic diseases. We conducted an educational intervention (EI) in hypertensive patients seen at Primary Care centres (PCC) and specialised Hypertension Units (SHU).
Objectives: To assess patient's knowledge of hypertension and to verify the impact of this educational initiative.