Publications by authors named "Patsy Ph Chau"

Article Synopsis
  • - This study looks at how different feeding methods (direct breastfeeding, expressed milk, and formula) affect the gut bacteria of infants at 6 weeks old.
  • - Researchers analyzed stool samples from 217 healthy infants in Hong Kong, finding similar bacterial diversity in both direct breastfeeding and expressed milk feeding groups.
  • - The results indicate that the way a baby is fed doesn’t significantly change gut microbiota, suggesting that certain bacteria may come from the milk itself or other sources rather than the feeding method.
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Introduction: Existing literature on attitudes toward end-of-life care (EoLC) covers the general public but has little information on the frail elderly population. The aim of the current study is to investigate the preferences of Chinese frail elderly home residents with respect to EoLC by conducting cross-sectional surveys.

Methods And Analysis: Surveys, including resident and family versions, were developed based on the existing literature and our pilot interviews.

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