scholarly journals Antivirals for treatment and prevention of human seasonal influenza

2006 ◽  
Vol 27 (4) ◽  
pp. 163
Author(s):  
Clayton Chiu ◽  
Robert Booy ◽  
Dominic E Dwyer
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
At Risk ◽  
Seasonal Influenza ◽  
Human Influenza ◽  
Public Health Strategy ◽  
Risk Population ◽  
Population Groups ◽  
Treatment And Prevention ◽  
Health Strategy ◽  
Seasonal Epidemic

While immunisation is the primary public health strategy for prevention of influenza, antivirals are important complementary measures for controlling seasonal/epidemic human influenza, especially when there is a mismatch between circulating and vaccine strains and in at-risk population groups.

Screen-and-treat colposcopy as public health strategy for cervical cancer early detection in high-risk population: The experience of the Centro de Estudios y Prevencion del Cancer (CEPREC) in indigenous population of Southern Mexico

2006 ◽  
Vol 24 (18_suppl) ◽  
pp. 5012-5012
Author(s):  
S. Marcial-Toledo ◽  
J. Cortes-Guzman ◽  
L. Chavez ◽  
C. Guzman-Patraca ◽  
S. Terrazas-Espitia ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Cervical Cancer ◽  
High Risk ◽  
High Risk Population ◽  
Low Grade ◽  
Public Health Strategy ◽  
Southern Mexico ◽  
Risk Population ◽  
Screening Programs ◽  
Health Strategy

5012 Background: The incidence of cervical cancer in Mexico remains high, due to ineffective Papanicolau smear screening, social, educational, cultural and financial issues. Southern Mexico is a region with a high incidence of cervical cancer. CEPREC has designed educational, preventive and early cancer detection programs in that population (Onkologie 27:211). We propose screen-and-treat colposcopy for cervical cancer prevention as public health strategy in selected high-risk population. This study evaluates the feasibility and acceptability of this approach through an educational program. Methods: From 12/2002 to 12/2005, women living in Southern Mexico were educated about cervical cancer and its prevention and were offered colposcopy either in CEPREC facilities or in ambulatory clinics. Colposcopy diagnosis and cervical cytology were established according to the 1990 IFCPC criteria and the 2001 Bethesda System, respectively. A cone biopsy was indicated in patients diagnosed as having human papilloma virus (HPV), cervical intraepithelial neoplasia (CIN 1, CIN 2, CIN 3), or carcinoma. Patients diagnosed as having HPV, CIN 2 and CIN 3 were treated by large loop excision of the transformation zone under local anesthesia. Results: 8281 women (median age 39 years, range: 14–87) were evaluated. 5645 (68%) of them underwent colposcopy in ambulatory clinics. 1171 (14%) women were illiterates and the highest education level was 9 years in 4881 (59%). Median age at first intercourse and first Papanicolau smear were 19 and 29 years, respectively. 4251 (51%) women had vaginal symptoms before colposcopy. Abnormal colposcopy (HPV, CIN 1, CIN 2 or CIN 3), was diagnosed in 1073 (13%) patients and 9 (<1%) had carcinoma. 238 (22%) of them were treated on site. Low-Grade (n = 190) (80%), and high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesions (n = 48) (20%), were diagnosed in those patients. Conclusions: Screen-and-treat colposcopy is a feasible public health strategy with high acceptability in selected high-risk population and could be an alternative to cytology-based screening programs. No significant financial relationships to disclose.

scholarly journals Influenza vaccination during the coronavirus pandemic: intention to vaccinate among the at-risk population in the Central Catalonia Health Region (VAGCOVID)

2021 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Anna Bonet-Esteve ◽  
Raquel Muñoz-Miralles ◽  
Carla Gonzalez-Claramunt ◽  
Ana M Rufas ◽  
Xavier Pelegrin Cruz ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
At Risk ◽  
Influenza Vaccine ◽  
Influenza Vaccination ◽  
Vaccination Coverage ◽  
Perceived Risk ◽  
Seasonal Influenza ◽  
Public Health Issue ◽  
Risk Population ◽  
Previous Season ◽  
The Individual

Abstract Background Influenza is a major public health issue, with the primary preventive measure being an annual influenza vaccination. Nevertheless, vaccination coverage among the at-risk population is low. Our understanding of the behaviour of the influenza virus during the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus pandemic is limited, meaning influenza vaccination is still recommended for individuals at risk for severe complications due to influenza infection. The aim of the study is to determine the intention to vaccinate against seasonal influenza among the at-risk population in the 2020-21 campaign during the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic and to analyse the factors which influence such intention. Methods Cross-sectional telephone survey of adults (aged over 18) with risk factors in central Catalonia where the need for the Seasonal Influenza Vaccine (SIV) was recommended. Results A total of 434 participants responded to the survey, 43.3% of whom intended to be vaccinated against influenza for the 2020-2021 influenza season, 40.8% had no intention to be vaccinated and 15.9% were uncertain or did not express their opinion. The intention to get vaccinated against influenza is associated with having dependents, the individual’s perception of the risk of being infected with influenza and the perceived risk of transmission to dependents. It is also associated with age, whether the individual had received influenza vaccine the previous season or any other season before. The best predictors of the intention to vaccinate are the individual’s perception of the risk of catching influenza and whether the individual had been vaccinated in the previous season. Conclusions Intention to vaccinate can be a good predictor of individual behaviour in relation to vaccination. During the current SARS-CoV-2 pandemic many individuals are hesitant to influenza vaccination. In order to improve influenza vaccination coverage in people included in risk groups, it is necessary to promote educational actions, especially among those who express doubts.

scholarly journals Adoption of local public health plan for better health and quality of life in Belgrade

2020 ◽  
Vol 30 (Supplement_5) ◽  
Author(s):  
G Tamburkovski ◽  
G Belamarić ◽  
D Matijević ◽  
S Mladenović Janković
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Local Government ◽  
Health Plan ◽  
Health Planning ◽  
City Council ◽  
Public Health Strategy ◽  
Public Health Planning ◽  
Health Strategy ◽  
Public Health Plan ◽  
The City

Abstract Issue Development of public health plan for the City of Belgrade, facilitate multisectoral participation and encourage local government to incorporate public health planning into integrated planning framework, including funding. Description of the Problem According to Public Health Low, adopted in Serbia in 2016 and Public health strategy (2018), Council for Health, as a professional body of the City government, was obliged to prepare draft of the Plan. Members of the City Council are representatives from different sectors: health care, public health, private sector, child care, education and civil society. Based on data and information from relevant institutions and organizations, situation analysis and health profile of the City have been prepared during 2018. Results Public health plan for the City of Belgrade has been drafted for a time period from 2020 to 2026, aligned and within time frame of the National public health strategy. Plan included: mission, vision, objectives, activities, responsible institutions, funding sources and indicators for monitoring. Focus was on health promotion and empowerment of citizens to adopt healthy lifestyle as well on investment in environmental sustainability, poverty and inequalities reduction and minimizing risks to human health and well-being. On December 2019, Belgrade City Assembly adopted this document, with full responsibility for implementation and budgeting specific programs and projects from 2020. Lessons Multisectoral working group, with clear defined scope of work, supported by regulations, encouraged and managed by experts in the field, highly motivated to be creator of changes is prerequisite for successful and productive public health planning process. Key messages Public health planning enabled communication and cooperation among experts and decision makers and represented a whole-of-local government approach to public health. Document is used as a resource and model for the other cities and municipalities.

scholarly journals Staple crops biofortified with increased vitamins and minerals: considerations for a public health strategy

2016 ◽  
Vol 1390 (1) ◽  
pp. 3-13 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maria Nieves Garcia-Casal ◽  
Juan Pablo Peña-Rosas ◽  
Boitshepo Giyose ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Public Health Strategy ◽  
Health Strategy ◽  
Staple Crops

Consultancy in a national strategy

2013 ◽  
pp. 474-481
Author(s):  
Charles Guest
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
National Strategy ◽  
Public Health Strategy ◽  
Government Officials ◽  
Health Strategy ◽  
The Creation

This chapter introduces the steps for developing a public health strategy. It should assist you to play a constructive role as a public health consultant, working closely with government officials, policy advisers, and other stakeholders in the creation of a major strategy.

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