Publications by authors named "Maria Aparecida Bezerra Quirino"
Background: The aim of this study was to investigate the influence of body mass index, body weight, lean mass, fat mass, and basal energy expenditure on bone mineral density in postmenopausal women.
Methods: This was a cross-sectional, descriptive study of a sample of 50 women, with minimum time since menopause between 1 and 10 years. Bone mineral density was assessed at the lumbar spine (L2-L4), femoral neck, Ward's triangle, and trochanter using dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry.
[Accessibility for people with disabilities or permanent mobility restrictions to the Unified Health System].
Fabienne Louise Juvêncio dos Santos Amaral Cristina Marques de Almeida Holanda Maria Aparecida Bezerra Quirino João Paulo da Silva Nascimento Robson da Fonseca Neves
Cien Saude Colet
July 2012
Article Synopsis
- The study monitored access for individuals with disabilities to the Unified Health System in João Pessoa, Pernambuco, using a sample of 523 people with mobility restrictions.
- Data collection involved home interviews from August 2007 to December 2008, revealing that neuromusculoskeletal functions and movement were significantly affected, with a notable incidence of stroke-related disabilities.
- A majority (63.9%) reported insufficient measures to overcome physical barriers to healthcare, and 41.7% stated there were no accessible facilities, indicating a gap in the application of Brazilian laws protecting the rights of persons with disabilities.