scholarly journals Characterization of bovine meat acquired, marketed and consumed at the main establishments of Chapecó, SC, Brazil

2018 ◽  
Vol 40 (1) ◽  
pp. 38800
Author(s):  
Karina Aline Mateus ◽  
Taís Cardoso de Oliveira ◽  
Moisés Rodrigues dos Santos ◽  
Gabriel Zieher ◽  
Aline Zampar ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Information Dissemination ◽  
Lack Of Information ◽  
Questionnaire Method ◽  
Meat Markets ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

This study aimed to analyze the profile of beef sold and consumed in Chapecó – SC, Brazil. Were interviewed 31 individuals responsible for the main distributors, supermarkets, meat markets, restaurants and steakhouses. The structured questionnaire method was used, with questions of closed and open answers applied to those responsible for the establishments previously mapped with greater representativeness in the municipality regarding the characteristics related to the meat trade and the type of product. With the results obtained, it was possible to identify the lack of information regarding the attributes and characteristics that direct preferences in the acquisition of a quality beef. Thus, the knowledge exposure, information dissemination and concepts of the production of beef to merchants and consumers becomes important in order to contribute to the improvement of the meat consumed and commercialized in this region. acquisition; buyers; beef cuts; consumers; demand.

Epidemiological Characterization of the Infection by Treponema Pallidum in Pregnant Women in Beira City, Sofala, Mozambique

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nchowela Guido
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Congenital Syphilis ◽  
Health Centre ◽  
Treponema Pallidum ◽  
Timely Manner ◽  
Pregnancy And Childbirth ◽  
Epidemiological Characterization ◽  
Active Syphilis ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

Introduction: Syphilis is one of several diseases that can be transmitted during pregnancy and childbirth, which can lead to complications during pregnancy and in the newborn. This is especially so when the pregnant woman is not diagnosed or treated properly and in a timely manner. Methodology: Data from 262 pregnant women prospectively included, aged 18-41years, attended at the Ponta Gêa Health Centre for antenatal clinics has been analyzed from January to September of 2016. In the prospective study, a rapid treponemal and a non-treponemal test were performed. A structured questionnaire was used to collect socio demographic and clinical variables, which was developed from the literature review. Results: The prevalence of active syphilis was 11.8%; the majority of reactive pregnant women were aged 18-25years (55.4%), (61.3%) of pregnant women were treated with doses below those recommended; only a small number of the partners were treated successfully. The highest seroprevalence of syphilis was found in housewives (77%), in those who attended primary education (71.6%) in those who had a monthly income of 1000- 3000 MZN (70.3%), in those with two or more pregnancies (55.7%) and living with someone has husband and wife (63.5%). The syphilis/HIV co-infection rate was high. Conclusion: According to the results obtained in this study, urgent measures are needed to assess the problems encountered and to improve the screening approach, treatment and monitoring of syphilis during pregnancy in order to prevent the cases of congenital syphilis.

scholarly journals In vitro cytotoxicity of Aspilia pluriseta Schweinf. extract fractions

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sospeter N. Njeru ◽  
Jackson M. Muema
Keyword(s):  
Biological Activities ◽  
Vero Cells ◽  
In Vitro Cytotoxicity ◽  
Root Extract ◽  
Lack Of Information ◽  
Information Gap ◽  
Diphenyltetrazolium Bromide ◽  
Potential Use

Abstract Objectives We and others have shown that Aspilia pluriseta is associated with various biological activities. However, there is a lack of information on its cytotoxicity. This has created an information gap about the safety of A. pluriseta extracts. As an extension to our recent publication on the antimicrobial activity and the phytochemical characterization of A. pluriseta root extracts, here we report on cytotoxicity of tested solvent fractions. We evaluated the potential cytotoxicity of these root extract fractions on Vero cell lines by 3-(4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-2,5-diphenyltetrazolium bromide (MTT) assay. Results We show that all solvent extract fractions (except methanolic solvent fractions) had cytotoxic concentration values that killed 50% of the Vero cells (CC50) greater than 20 µg/mL and selectivity index (SI) greater than 1.0. Taken together, we demonstrate that, A. pluriseta extract fractions’ earlier reported bioactivities are within the acceptable cytotoxicity and selective index limits. This finding scientifically validates the potential use of A. pluriseta in the discovery of safe therapeutics agents.

scholarly journals Awareness and attitude of spectacle wearers to alternatives to corrective eyeglasses

2014 ◽  
Vol 13 (3) ◽  
pp. 86-94
Author(s):  
Abdulkabir Ayansiji Ayanniyi ◽  
Fatai Olasunkanmi Olatunji ◽  
Ramatu Yahaya Hassan ◽  
Bola Josephine Adekoya ◽  
Kehinde Fasasi Monsudi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Contact Lens ◽  
Contact Lenses ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Eye Surgery ◽  
Lack Of Information ◽  
Resource Limited ◽  
Willingness To Use ◽  
Spectacle Correction ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

Aim: It has been observed that potential beneficiaries rarely request for alternatives to corrective eyeglasses in our setting. The objective of this study was to determine awareness and attitude towards alternatives to spectacle correction, specifically; contact lens and refractive eye surgery among spectacle wearers in a resource-limited setting.Methods: A cross-sectional survey of 214 spectacle wearers in seven Nigerian hospitals using semi-structured questionnaire. Information sought included demographic characteristics, awareness, and attitudes to contact lens and refractive eye surgery as well as reasons for the poor interest in alternatives to eyeglasses.Results: There were 93 males and 121 females, with a mean age of 40.2 years (SD 15.8.). Most, 198 (92.6%) had at least secondary education. Ninety-eight (45.8%) and 113 (52.8%) patients were aware of the options of contact lens and refractive eye surgery respectively, but 171 (80%) were averse to wearing contact lenses or having refractive eye surgery. Reasons given included lack of information, high cost, and possible complications that may arise. Higher education was significantly associated with participants’ awareness of alternatives to eyeglasses (contact lens [P = 0.016], refractive eye surgery [P=0.009]) but not with willingness to use contact lens (P = 0.96) or refractive eye surgery (P = 0.425).Conclusion: There was relatively high awareness but low willingness to use alternatives to corrective eyeglasses among users. Education on alternatives to corrective eyeglasses, allaying fears on their complications, and making them more affordable could enhance awareness and create a more positive attitude towards them.

scholarly journals Color variability and relationship with basic density and extractive content of Calycophyllum spruceanum wood

FLORESTA ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 49 (4) ◽  
pp. 803 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sandra Bezerra da Silva ◽  
Jaily Kerller Batista de Andrade ◽  
Marina Donária Chaves Arantes ◽  
João Gabriel Missia da Silva ◽  
Victor Fassina Brocco ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Basic Density ◽  
Radial Position ◽  
Extractive Content ◽  
Technical Standards ◽  
Wood Color ◽  
Lack Of Information ◽  
End Use ◽  
Cutting Height

There are reports relating color to extractives, however there is a lack of information about the effect of other characteristics on the colorimetry of wood. Thus, this study aimed to evaluate the longitudinal and radial variability of color and its relationship with the basic density and extractive contents of Calycophyllum spruceanum wood from a six-year-old plantation located in Rio Branco, Acre, Brazil. The determination and assessment of the wood color were carried out by the Commission Internationale de L’Éclairage - CIE-L*a*b* system. The basic density and extractive contents were determined according to current technical standards. The species wood color was classified as yellowish olive. The highest and lowest lightness (L*) were longitudinally observed in the base (cutting height) and diameter at breast height (DBH), taken at 1.30 m from the ground. In relation to radial position, the lightness (L*) was lower in peripheral regions of the trunk. Higher concentrations of redness (a*) and yellowness (b*) and saturation (C) occurred along the DBH and the external radial position. In evaluating age, the extractive contents were not correlated to the wood color, while the basic density was correlated with a*, b*, C and h* colorimetric parameters. The colorimetric characterization of this specie contributes to its proper identification and a more homogeneous classification of lumber, and can be used from the log break-down (sawing) to its end use, adding commercial value to the wood.

scholarly journals Use of contraceptive methods by users of a basic health unit/Uso de métodos contraceptivos por usuárias de uma unidade básica de saúde/El uso de métodos anticonceptivos por los usuarios de una unidad básica de salud

2015 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 11 ◽  
Author(s):  
Patrícia Viana Carvalhêdo Lima ◽  
Raiana Dantas Leopoldino Rocha ◽  
Inez Sampaio Nery ◽  
Jeferson Costa Pereira Silva
Keyword(s):  
Health Unit ◽  
Women Of Childbearing Age ◽  
Contraceptive Methods ◽  
Childbearing Age ◽  
Primary Care Unit ◽  
Primary Health ◽  
Lack Of Information ◽  
Health Nursing ◽  
Age Range ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

Objective: to analyze the contraceptive methods used by women of childbearing age in a primary care unit. Method: a descriptive study with a quantitative approach. It was held in a Primary Health Teresina-PI/Brazil. Involved a sample of 100 women aged between 10 and 49 years. We applied a semi-structured questionnaire and data were analyzed with the aid of Excel 2010. Approved by the Ethics and Research UFPI with CAAE No. 0181.0.045.000-11. Results: predominant age range of 20 to 29 years, 44% have completed high school, the majority (43%) are married, all participants knew the usefulness of contraceptive methods, as the most used contraceptive methods stand out condoms (82 %) and oral (73%). Conclusion: the majority of respondents holds knowledge about contraceptive methods, but there is a lack of information, such as the correct use and usefulness. Descriptors: Women's health. Nursing. Contraceptives. 

scholarly journals Rietveld Method Applied for Triacylglycerol Polymorphism Analysis

2014 ◽  
Vol 70 (a1) ◽  
pp. C1764-C1764
Author(s):  
Guilherme Calligaris ◽  
Ana Paula Ribeiro ◽  
Adenilson dos Santos ◽  
Lisandro Cardoso
Keyword(s):  
Rietveld Method ◽  
Rietveld Analysis ◽  
Polymorphic Form ◽  
Polymorphism Analysis ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Full Characterization ◽  
Β Phase ◽  
Lack Of Information ◽  
Refinement Method

The characterization of the fat components becomes very useful in the formulation of shortening, margarines and fatty products due to their unique properties of plasticity, texture, solubility and aeration. The qualitative analysis obtained by X-ray diffraction (XRD) can be further improved in order to fulfill the lack of information on the triacylglycerol (TAG) in the hardfat systems aiming a complete polymorph characterization. In this work, as an attempt to quantify the distinct β and β' TAG polymorphs, XRD was combined with Rietveld refinement method and applied to two types of samples: mixtures (M) and blended hardfats (B) samples involving fully hydrogenated of soybean (FHSO) and palm (FHPO) oils. M-samples were prepared with linear concentrations of FHSO (β) and FHPO (β') and their Rietveld analysis have provided the expected content trend through the involved polymorphic phases with a very good agreement (~5%). This result validates the Rietveld method applicability on this kind of materials. The Rietveld method applied for B-samples has shown that β' polymorphic form prevails over the β-form, even for samples originally prepared with FHSO (β)/FHPO (β') = 60/40 ratio (see figure). This result indicates the influence of the seeding process (earlier crystallization of β' phase). This first quantitative approach for blended samples represents a very useful contribution towards the full characterization of fats.

scholarly journals Isolation and molecular characterization of Arcobacter butzleri and Arcobacter cryaerophilus from the pork production chain in Brazil

2018 ◽  
Vol 38 (3) ◽  
pp. 393-399 ◽  
Author(s):  
Débora D.S. Gobbi ◽  
Maria G. Spindola ◽  
Luisa Z. Moreno ◽  
Carlos E.C. Matajira ◽  
Maria G.X. Oliveira ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Animal Origin ◽  
Isolation And Identification ◽  
Production Chain ◽  
Fecal Samples ◽  
Pork Production ◽  
True Incidence ◽  
Arcobacter Butzleri ◽  
Meat Markets ◽  
Human Infections

ABSTRACT: Arcobacter is an emerging zoonotic pathogen, and the major transmission routes to humans are the handling or consumption of contaminated raw/undercooked food products of animal origin, water and seafood. The isolation and identification of Arcobacter species are not routine in clinical laboratories; therefore, its true incidence in human infections may be underestimated. The present study aimed to isolate and characterize Arcobacter from carcasses and fecal samples collected at swine slaughterhouses and from meat markets in São Paulo State, Brazil. The isolates were identified using multiplex-PCR to differentiate the species and analyzed by single-enzyme amplified fragment length polymorphism (SE-AFLP). Arcobacter spp. were isolated from 73.0% of swine carcasses, 4% of fecal samples and 10% of pork samples. A. butzleri was the most prevalent species identified, followed by A. cryaerophilus. Interestingly, the carcasses presented higher frequency of A. butzleri isolation, whereas only A. cryaerophilus was isolated from fecal samples. SE-AFLP enabled the characterization of A. butzleri and A. cryaerophilus into 51 and 63 profiles, respectively. The great genetic heterogeneity observed for both species corroborates previous reports. This study confirms the necessity for a standard isolation protocol and the improvement of molecular tools to further elucidate Arcobacter epidemiology.

scholarly journals ASSESS THE PREVALANCE OF PREMENSTRUAL SYNDROME AMONG ADOLESCENT GIRLS AT SRM COLLEGE OF NURSING , SRM UNIVERSITY, KATTANKULATHUR

2017 ◽  
Vol 10 (5) ◽  
pp. 202
Author(s):  
Abirami Nil Karnamurthy
Keyword(s):  
Adolescent Girls ◽  
Premenstrual Syndrome ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Part C ◽  
Descriptive Research ◽  
Lack Of Information ◽  
College Of Nursing ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

Objective: The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) among adolescent girls and to associate the PMS with demographic variables.Methods: Quantitative approach and non-experimental descriptive research design was used. The data collection included three parts. Part A: Demographic variables, Part B: Clinical variables, and Part C: A structured questionnaire to assess the prevalence of PMS among adolescent girls. A total of 100 students who fulfilled the inclusion criteria were chosen as samples using non-probability convenient sampling technique. The study was conducted at SRM College of Nursing, SRM University, Kattankulathur.Results: The data were analyzed and interpreted based on the objectives using descriptive and inferential statistics. The study concluded that 26 (26%) of adolescent girls have mild level of PMS; 55 (55%) have moderate level of PMS; and 19 (19%) have severe level of PMS and there is no association between the “demographic variables” and the “levels of PMS.”Conclusion: PMS is an issue that every girl and woman has to deal with in her life. There is a lack of information on the process of menstruation and the physical and psychological changes associated with this and proper requirements for managing PMS. The current study proved that most of the adolescent girls were suffering from PMSs.Keywords: Premenstrual syndrome, Physical, Cognitive-affective and behavioral symptoms, Menstruation.

scholarly journals Attitude Characterization of Dairy Calves Handler’s in Commercial Dairy Farms

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-9
Author(s):  
Carla Maris Machado Bittar ◽  
G. Santos ◽  
G. S. Slanzon ◽  
M. E. Reis ◽  
S. M. S. Piedade ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Positive Attitude ◽  
Dairy Farms ◽  
Dairy Calves ◽  
Know How ◽  
Cognitive Components ◽  
Self Reports ◽  
Human Animal ◽  
Animal Interaction ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

In dairy farms, the human-animal interaction is intense, especially with baby calves and the animal's response is linked to the handler's behaviour. Considering that attitude of calves’ handlers can improve animal performance, this study aimed to characterize it in order to understand important gaps. One hundred handlers of commercial dairy farms located in Minas Gerais, São Paulo, and Parana were interviewed. The interview was conducted based on a semi-structured questionnaire applied by only one interviewer and directed to calves’ handlers. The questionnaire was developed to collect data attitude of self-reports from people responsible for handling calves. Pearson's correlation between the cognitive, affective and behavioural components of the attitude of calves’ handlers and the performance of calves during the milkpreweaning were very low. Nearly seven of ten respondents had a positive attitude about the statement "care with the prepartum cow may impact calf’s performance preweaning". For 55% of the handlers, calves should receive more than two liters of colostrum in the first meal; however, for 39% of them, the volume should be higher. Only 28% of handlers disagree that a newborn calf should ingest colostrum directly from the dam. Almost six in ten handlers agree that a calf should be fed with dam’s colostrum. Three in ten respondents do not agree with the statement "In the future, I would like to work in another sector". More than half (52%) agree that they know how to raise calves, with higher percentage observed for the largest farm’s handlers. For some variables, the handler has a positive attitude, but in practice, the behaviour performed is not always the same. The behaviour of the calf’s handler may have positive affective and cognitive components. All the handlers knew how to handle the animals or at least knew the importance of the main actions in dairy calves handling. However, the behavioural component is based on actions, differing attitude from behaviour. There is a strong need of training calves’ handlers so their attitude and behaviour may be modulated to improve the efficiency of raising dairy calves.

scholarly journals PERANCANGAN SISTEM INFORMASI TRACER STUDY PADA UNIVERSITAS BANTEN JAYA

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 95-109
Author(s):  
Sutanto Sutanto ◽  
Widyawati Widyawati ◽  
Firhan Adnan Denoor
Keyword(s):  
Information System ◽  
Information Dissemination ◽  
Tracer Study ◽  
Tertiary Institution ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Business World ◽  
Lack Of Information ◽  
Other Information ◽  
Job Openings ◽  
Study Process

Banten Jaya University is a tertiary institution located in Serang City, Banten Province. Which has three faculties including education, computer science and engineering. In a university, information about alumni data is needed, starting from  the  department,  graduation  year,  place  of  work  and  other  information related to the alumni. Tracer Study is useful as a link between universities and the business world and industry. The tracer study process at Banten Jaya University is still not optimal, because the data collection is still done manually by distributing questionnaires to alumni and lack of information dissemination to alumni, because it is limited only through social media. This is why the information system Tracer Study is built using the PHP programming language and MySQLi as the database, to collect alumni information. This information system uses web-based technology and the waterfall method in the development. From the results of testing this system is in accordance with the algorithm that was made,users can fill out questionnaires online, see other alumni information, and managing job openings, as well as displaying graphs of alumni who had worked after graduation and the number of graduates each year.

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