Biomphalaria glabrata (B.glabrata) is an air-breathing aquatic mollusc found in freshwater habitats across the Western Hemisphere.It is most well-known for its recognized capacity to act as a major intermediate host for Schistosoma mansoni, the human blood fluke parasite.Ionotropic receptors (IRs), a variant family of the ionotropic glutamate recep
TYPES OF TALAR ARTICULAR FACETS AND MORPHOMETRIC MEASUREMENTS OF THE HUMAN CALCANEUS BONE
Introduction: The calcaneum is the largest tarsal bone.On its dorsal or superior surface, there are three articular facets for the talus.Objective: The main purpose of the present GF BROWN RICE FARINA study has been to find the incidences of variations in types of the talar facets and their association with racial factors, if any.The other objectiv
Accuracy of Triage Systems in Disasters and Mass Casualty Incidents; a Systematic Review
Introduction: To prioritize patients to provide them with proper services and also manage the scarce resources in emergencies, the use of triage systems seems to be essential.The aim of this study was to evaluate the accuracy of the existing triage systems in disasters and mass casualty incidents.Methods: The present study is a systematic review of
A Peculiar Distribution of the Emerging Nematode Angiostrongylus cantonensis in the Canary Islands (Spain): Recent Introduction or Isolation Effect?
Angiostrongylus cantonensis is an emerging zoonotic nematode recognized as the leading cause of eosinophilic meningitis in the word.After its discovery in China, it was recorded in 30 countries worldwide.Recently, it has expanded to new areas such as South America and it has been recently found in the Atlantic island of Tenerife (Canary Islands).In
Toward optimal implementation of cancer prevention and control programs in public health: a study protocol on mis-implementation
Abstract Background Much of the cancer burden in the USA is preventable, through application of existing knowledge.State-level funders and public health practitioners are in ideal positions to affect programs and policies related to cancer control.Mis-implementation refers to ending effective programs and policies prematurely or continuing ineffect