Publications by authors named "P C P H Willems"
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- Drought in China has worsened recently, with 78.4% of the country experiencing increasing drought severity, particularly since 2000.
- The analysis identified precipitation and temperature as the main factors influencing drought, accounting for 45.7% and 30.8% impact on drought trends across China, respectively.
- The study concludes that warmer temperatures are significantly driving drought changes, highlighting regional differences in how various factors contribute to drought conditions.
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- An opportunistic pathogen caused an 18-month outbreak in a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) in Antwerp, Belgium, affecting 61 neonates, with ten confirmed infections resulting in serious conditions, including one fatal case.
- The risk of acquiring the infection was significantly higher in neonates nursing in incubators, highlighted by statistical analysis (OR: 2.99; p < 0.05).
- Whole genome sequencing revealed multiple clusters and the importance of ongoing surveillance and specific infection control measures in NICUs to prevent similar outbreaks in the future.
Background: In the general population the prevalence of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) is 2-3%. There is growing awareness of how AIS affects the quality of life of patients. However, the extent of the societal burden AIS poses remains poorly understood.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFUnlabelled: This nationwide multidisciplinary survey found dissatisfaction among physicians with current osteoporotic vertebral compression fracture care, revealing significant disparities in diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up practices. Issues include poor communication and differing guidelines. Improving interdisciplinary collaboration and standardized care strategies is essential for better patient outcomes.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Global warming and climate change are threats to the world. Warmer temperatures and changes in precipitation patterns alter water availability and increase the occurrence of extreme weather events. South America and the Andes are vulnerable regions to climate change due to inequity and the uneven distribution of resources.
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