Sociodemographic Factors Associated with Video Game Addiction in Schoolchildren from the South-Central Region of Chile.

Video game addiction is a worldwide concern, particularly in schoolchildren where it has impact on academic, social, and emotional spheres. The objective of this study was to determine the sociodemographic factors associated with video game addiction in schoolchildren from the south-central region of Chile. Methods: An analytical cross-sectional study that included a sample of 308 schoolchildren was performed.

[Relationship between body composition and the risk of non-communicable chronic diseases in active older women from Chillán (Chile).].

Objective: In Chile, the elderly represent 18% of the population. In women, the aging process impacts body composition, in addition to the coexistence of other pathologies such as chronic noncommunicable diseases (NCDs). The aim of the study was to relate body composition to the presence of chronic noncommunicable diseases in active older women in the city of Chillán.

Predictive Equations Overestimate Resting Metabolic Rate in Young Chilean Women with Excess Body Fat.

Underestimating/overestimating resting metabolic rate (RMR) affects energy prescription. The objective was to compare RMR by indirect calorimetry (RMR IC) and RMR estimated by predictive equations in women with excess body fat. This was an analytical cross-sectional study with 41 women aged 18-28 with overnutrition according to body composition.

Are and Isolated from Powdered Infant Formula a Hazard for Infants? A Genomic Analysis.

Powdered infant formulas (PIF) are the most used dietary substitutes that are used in order to supplement breastfeeding. However, PIF are not sterile and can be contaminated with different microorganisms. The objective of this study was to genomically characterize (ENT) and strains that were isolated from PIF.

Association between Homophobia and Sociodemographic Characteristics in Health Workers in Southern Chile.

Homophobic attitude in health workers is a social determinant in the health of the homosexual population because it affects healthcare and its access and equity. The objective was to determine the relationship between the level of homophobia and sociodemographic characteristics of primary health workers in southern Chile. This was an analytical cross-sectional study.

Maternal Factors Associated with Non-Exclusive Breastfeeding in Haitian Immigrant Women in Southern Chile.

There is limited knowledge concerning factors that affect non-exclusive breastfeeding (NEBF) practices in immigrant populations, especially in Latin America. The objective of the present study was to determine the association between maternal factors and the prevalence of NEBF in Haitian immigrant women in southern Chile. This was an analytical cross-sectional study.

Association between Maternal Factors, Preterm Birth, and Low Birth Weight of Chilean Singletons.

There has been an increase in preterm (PT) births in Western countries in recent years, which is associated with low-birthweight (LBW) children. The aim of this study was to determine the association between maternal factors and PT and LBW Chilean newborns. Methods: This was an analytical cross-sectional study of a national sample of 903,847 newborns and their mothers.

Obese Women Have a High Carbohydrate Intake without Changes in the Resting Metabolic Rate in the Luteal Phase.

Hormonal changes are caused by the menstrual cycle phases, which influence resting metabolic rate and eating behavior. The aim of the study was to determine resting metabolic rate (RMR) and its association with dietary intake according to the menstrual cycle phase in lean and obese Chilean women. This cross-sectional analytical study included 30 adult women (15 lean and 15 with obesity).

Association of Prematurity and Low Birth Weight with Gestational Exposure to PM and PM Particulate Matter in Chileans Newborns.

Fetal growth can be affected by gestational exposure to air pollution. The aim of the study was to determine the association between prematurity and low birth weight (LBW) with gestational exposure to PM2.5 and PM10 particulate matter in Chileans newborns.

Profiling the Virulence and Antibiotic Resistance Genes of Strains Isolated From Powdered and Dairy Formulas by Whole-Genome Sequencing.

is an enteropathogen that causes neonatal meningitis, septicemia, and necrotizing enterocolitis in preterm infants and newborns with a mortality rate of 15 to 80%. Powdered and dairy formulas (P-DF) have been implicated as major transmission vehicles and subsequently the presence of this pathogen in P-DF led to product recalls in Chile in 2017. The objective of this study was to use whole genome sequencing (WGS) and laboratory studies to characterize strains from the contaminated products.

Association between high pre-pregnancy body mass index, excess gestational weight gain, and poor breastfeeding with overweight in 3-4-year-old Chilean children.

Objective: The aim of this study was to determine the association between prepregnancy body mass, gestational weight gain, and inadequate breastfeeding (BF) with overweight in Chilean children ages 3 to 4 y.

Methods: This was an analytical and cross-sectional study with 560 participants. Age, residence, BF, and weight gain information were collected from child care records.

Microbiological Quality of Powdered Infant Formula in Latin America.

Abstract: Cronobacter is a bacterial genus that includes seven species, and the species Cronobacter sakazakii is most related to meningitis and septicemia in infants associated with powdered infant formula (PIF). The objectives of this study were to evaluate the presence of C. sakazakii and to determine the microbiological quality of PIF for infant consumption.

Association between body mass index and functional fitness of 9- to 10-year-old Chilean children.

Objective: This study aimed to determine the association between body mass index (BMI) and functional fitness (FF) in 9- to 10-year-old Chilean children.

Methods: This was an analytical and cross-sectional study with a probabilistic sample consisting of 139 children of both sexes. Anthropometric measurements, hemodynamic variables, physical activity (PAQ-C), and FF (measured by a 6-minute walk test: 6MWT) were recorded.

High Prevalence of Food Insecurity and Factors Associated with Haitian Immigrants in Southern Chile.

The objective was to determine the association between sociodemographic factors and food insecurity (FI) in Haitian immigrants in southern Chile. An analytical cross-sectional design was used. The sample consisted of Haitian immigrants residing in Southern Chile, who were recruited from community centers and completed a sociodemographic questionnaire and the Latin-American and Caribbean Food Security Scale.

[Nutritional status of adolescents from a cohort of preterm children].

Introduction: Catch-up growth in preterm-born children occurs in the first months of life, but in some cases, growth recovery takes place in adolescence. The objective of this study was to study the growth and development of preterm-born adolescents from a cohort of preterm infants born between 1995 and 1996, who resided in the cities of Chillán and San Carlos in the Biobío Region, Chile. The results were then compared with term-born adolescents.

[Nutritional status of women with gestational diabetes and characteristics of newborn].

The objective was to determine the relationship between the mother's nutritional status and the newborn's gestational characteristics. A sample of 149 women with gestational diabetes was controlled in the High Risk Obstetric Unit of the Medical Specialties Public Health Center before delivery in the maternity ward of the Hospital Clinico Herminda Martín de Chillán, Chile in 2010. Data were obtained from the perinatal clinical history and the newborn's chart.