Publications by authors named "N Bouscaren"
Purpose: Red blood cells (RBCs) senescence and blood rheology during ultra-endurance running events appear to be impacted differently depending on the race distance. The physiological mechanisms underlying these differences are poorly understood.
Methods: We investigated the effects of three different ultra-trail running races performed in La Reunion Island (Mascareignes, "the 70 km", 70 km/4,000 m D+; Trail Du Bourbon, "the 100 km", 100 km/6,090 m D+; Diagonale des Fous, "the 170 km", 170 km/10,500 m D+) on RBC oxidative stress, RBC senescence and blood rheology in 66 finishers (18 "70 km", 24 "100 km", 24 "170 km").
Background: Sexual health indicators for adolescents and young adults (AYAs) aged between 13 and 25 years are particularly poor on Reunion Island. Access to accurate information as well as sexual health and contraceptive services are vital to maintaining sexual well-being. Teleconsultations offer a promising approach to addressing the sexual health and contraceptive needs of AYAs who are more susceptible to engaging in unprotected sexual intercourse.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPopulations undergoing extensive and rapid socio-economic transitions including historically disadvantaged communities face an increased risk of type-2 diabetes (T2D). In recent years, sedentary behavior and physical inactivity have been considered modifiable determinants when developing primary prevention programs to reduce T2D incidence. Reunion Island is a French overseas department with an increasing T2D population and a high level of socio-economic inequality.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFFetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) refer to physical, cognitive, and behavioural symptoms in an individual whose mother consumed alcohol during pregnancy. It is the leading cause of non-genetic avoidable mental disability, with an estimated worldwide prevalence of 1%. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) diagnostic criteria are met for 50-80% of patients with FASD.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFArticle Synopsis
- - Participants in the study were 1154 ultramarathon runners, and the research focused on their sleep patterns and management strategies during challenging races, highlighting issues like sleep deprivation that are common in long-distance events.
- - About 58% of runners used sleep management techniques, with most starting the race already in sleep debt; many also took naps during the race, although the amount of sleep varied depending on race length.
- - Symptoms of sleep deprivation were prevalent, affecting 80% of runners, leading to issues like falls and hallucinations, yet most recovered their wakefulness within two days post-race, indicating the need for better sleep strategies for both performance and safety.