Publications by authors named "Robert Straughan"

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  • * A study using GPS tracking of 31 adult griffon vultures in France in 2022 found changes in movement patterns, revealing that infected vultures showed increased immobility at their nests, averaging 5.6 days, and 3 vultures died during the study.
  • * These findings suggest that the immobility of infected vultures may help reduce virus transmission, highlighting a concerning vulnerability in endangered vulture species if they contract the virus.
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Background: The aim of this study was to describe the prevalence and risk factors of symptomatic dry eye disease (SDED) in Singapore.

Methods: A cross-sectional dry eye survey was carried out using the McMonnies dry eye questionnaire. Members of the public were interviewed at the 46 (out of 62) randomly-selected mass rapid transit (MRT) stations and their vicinity.

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