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View article: Modelling approaches for estimating vaccine effectiveness of consecutive SARS-CoV-2 variant sublineages in the absence of study-specific genetic sequencing data, VEBIS hospital network, Europe, 2023/24
Modelling approaches for estimating vaccine effectiveness of consecutive SARS-CoV-2 variant sublineages in the absence of study-specific genetic sequencing data, VEBIS hospital network, Europe, 2023/24 Open
Introduction Genetic changes in COVID-19 variants/sublineages (VSLs) can reduce vaccine effectiveness (VE). Timely VSL-specific VE estimates are essential, but study-specific VSL identification by whole genome sequencing (the “gold standar…
View article: Advances and therapeutic strategies in allergy management
Advances and therapeutic strategies in allergy management Open
Objective: Analyze advances and therapeutic strategies applied to the management of allergies. Literature review: Hypersensitivity reactions, immunological responses triggered after exposure to specific antigens, have been better understoo…
View article: Malignancy can present as acute liver failure – a case report of B-cell lymphoma with acute liver failure as its first presentation
Malignancy can present as acute liver failure – a case report of B-cell lymphoma with acute liver failure as its first presentation Open
Malignant infiltration of the liver is a rare cause of acute liver failure and is associated with an exceedingly high mortality rate. We describe the case of an elderly woman presenting with fulminant hepatitis and simultaneous type B lact…
View article: Effectiveness of the XBB.1.5 COVID‐19 Vaccines Against SARS‐CoV‐2 Hospitalisation Among Adults Aged ≥ 65 Years During the BA.2.86/JN.1 Predominant Period, VEBIS Hospital Study, Europe, November 2023 to May 2024
Effectiveness of the XBB.1.5 COVID‐19 Vaccines Against SARS‐CoV‐2 Hospitalisation Among Adults Aged ≥ 65 Years During the BA.2.86/JN.1 Predominant Period, VEBIS Hospital Study, Europe, November 2023 to May 2024 Open
We estimated the effectiveness of the adapted monovalent XBB.1.5 COVID‐19 vaccines against PCR‐confirmed SARS‐CoV‐2 hospitalisation during the BA.2.86/JN.1 lineage‐predominant period using a multicentre test‐negative case–control study in …
View article: Early COVID‐19 XBB.1.5 Vaccine Effectiveness Against Hospitalisation Among Adults Targeted for Vaccination, VEBIS Hospital Network, Europe, October 2023–January 2024
Early COVID‐19 XBB.1.5 Vaccine Effectiveness Against Hospitalisation Among Adults Targeted for Vaccination, VEBIS Hospital Network, Europe, October 2023–January 2024 Open
We conducted a multicentre test‐negative case–control study covering the period from October 2023 to January 2024 among adult patients aged ≥ 18 years hospitalised with severe acute respiratory infection in Europe. We provide early estimat…
View article: Early COVID-19 XBB.1.5 vaccine effectiveness against hospitalisation among adults targeted for vaccination, VEBIS hospital network, Europe, October 2023--January 2024
Early COVID-19 XBB.1.5 vaccine effectiveness against hospitalisation among adults targeted for vaccination, VEBIS hospital network, Europe, October 2023--January 2024 Open
We conducted a multicentre test-negative case-control study covering the period from October 2023 to January 2024 among adult patients aged ≥18 years hospitalised with severe acute respiratory infection in Europe. We provide early estimate…
View article: Effectiveness of the adapted bivalent mRNA COVID-19 vaccines against hospitalisation in individuals aged ≥ 60 years during the Omicron XBB lineage-predominant period: VEBIS SARI VE network, Europe, February to August, 2023
Effectiveness of the adapted bivalent mRNA COVID-19 vaccines against hospitalisation in individuals aged ≥ 60 years during the Omicron XBB lineage-predominant period: VEBIS SARI VE network, Europe, February to August, 2023 Open
We conducted a multicentre hospital-based test-negative case–control study to measure the effectiveness of adapted bivalent COVID-19 mRNA vaccines against PCR-confirmed SARS-CoV-2 infection during the Omicron XBB lineage-predominant period…
View article: Impact of stringent non-pharmaceutical interventions applied during the second and third COVID-19 epidemic waves in Portugal, 9 November 2020 to 10 February 2021: an ecological study
Impact of stringent non-pharmaceutical interventions applied during the second and third COVID-19 epidemic waves in Portugal, 9 November 2020 to 10 February 2021: an ecological study Open
Background Non-pharmaceutical interventions (NPIs) were implemented worldwide to control the spread of SARS-CoV-2. Aim To evaluate the impact of tiered NPIs and a nationwide lockdown on reduction of COVID-19 incidence during the second and…
View article: COVID-19 Hospitalisation in Portugal, the first year: Results from hospital discharge data
COVID-19 Hospitalisation in Portugal, the first year: Results from hospital discharge data Open
Using Portuguese diagnosis-related groups (DRGs) data we analysed the dynamics of the COVID-19 hospitalisation in Portugal, with the ultimate goal of estimating parameters to be used in COVID-19 mathematical modelling. After processing the…
View article: Statistics in Times of Pandemics
Statistics in Times of Pandemics Open
Statistical and epidemiological methods play an essential role in producing information for the public health decision process. They allow the collection, analysis, reporting and interpretation of data necessary to inform public health off…
View article: Rejoinder
Rejoinder Open
The authors would like to thank the commentaries from Bekker-Nielsen Dunbar and Held ([2]) and from Gomes ([3]) to their article Statistics in times of pandemics: the role of statistical and epidemiological methods during the COVID-19 emer…
View article: Creating a Scientific Solution: Local Problem Solving in the Portuguese Health Examination Survey: A Mixed Method Study
Creating a Scientific Solution: Local Problem Solving in the Portuguese Health Examination Survey: A Mixed Method Study Open
BackgroundParticipation rates in health surveys, recognized as an important quality dimension, have been declining over the years, which may affect representativeness and confidence in results. The Portuguese national health examination su…
View article: Creating a scientific solution: local problem solving in the Portuguese Health Examination Survey: a mixed method study
Creating a scientific solution: local problem solving in the Portuguese Health Examination Survey: a mixed method study Open
Background Participation rates in health surveys, recognized as an important quality dimension, have been declining over the years, which may affect representativeness and confidence in results. The Portuguese national health examination s…
View article: The impact of vaccination on the evolution of COVID-19 in Portugal
The impact of vaccination on the evolution of COVID-19 in Portugal Open
In this work we use simple mathematical models to study the impact of vaccination against COVID-19 in Portugal. First, we fit a SEIR type model without vaccination to the Portuguese data on confirmed cases of COVID-19 by the date of sympto…
View article: Collecting Valid and Reliable Data: Fieldwork Monitoring Strategies in a Health Examination Survey
Collecting Valid and Reliable Data: Fieldwork Monitoring Strategies in a Health Examination Survey Open
Introduction: Health surveys constitute a relevant information source to access the population’s health status. Given that survey errors can significantly influence estimates and invalidate study findings, it is crucial that the fieldwork …
View article: Sociodemographic disparities in hypertension prevalence: Results from the first Portuguese National Health Examination Survey
Sociodemographic disparities in hypertension prevalence: Results from the first Portuguese National Health Examination Survey Open
Introduction: Cardiovascular disease is an important cause of death and disability worldwide, and hypertension is responsible for at least 45% of all deaths due to heart disease and 51% of deaths due to stroke. This study aimed to estimate…
View article: Oral hygiene habits in Portugal: results from the first Health Examination Survey (INSEF 2015)
Oral hygiene habits in Portugal: results from the first Health Examination Survey (INSEF 2015) Open
These findings suggest a need for integrated approaches, from measures tackling social inequalities to actions focused on improving health literacy. It is also important to expand dental healthcare services and improve effective coverage t…
View article: The first Portuguese National Health Examination Survey (2015): design, planning and implementation
The first Portuguese National Health Examination Survey (2015): design, planning and implementation Open
Background In Health Examination Surveys interview information is complemented with objective information, providing more accurate indicators than self-reported data. We report the study design, planning and implementation of the first Por…
View article: Diabetes: Socioeconomic Inequalities in the Portuguese Population in 2014
Diabetes: Socioeconomic Inequalities in the Portuguese Population in 2014 Open
Introduction: Diabetes is a major public health problem and it is related to socioeconomic factors. The aim of this study is to describe socioeconomic inequalities in the distribution of diabetes in the population with 25 years or more, re…
View article: Hypertension and hypercholesterolemia: comparison of self-reported information and objective measures from the first Portuguese National Health Examination Survey (INSEF)
Hypertension and hypercholesterolemia: comparison of self-reported information and objective measures from the first Portuguese National Health Examination Survey (INSEF) Open
This study compares self-reported and examination-based prevalence of hypertension and hypercholesterolemia using data from the Portuguese National Health Examination Survey (n=4911), that combines personal interview and clinical measureme…
View article: Multifocal septic arthritis, gluteal abscess and spondylodiscitis by <i>Streptococcus dysgalactiae</i> subspecies <i>equisimilis</i> after an intramuscular injection
Multifocal septic arthritis, gluteal abscess and spondylodiscitis by <i>Streptococcus dysgalactiae</i> subspecies <i>equisimilis</i> after an intramuscular injection Open
We present the case of a 63-year-old man, admitted for hand cellulitis and acute kidney injury. A Streptococcus dysgalactiae subsp equisimilis (SDSE) was isolated in blood cultures and despite directed intravenous antibiotherapy, the patie…
View article: Which meteorological index is the best descriptor for winter mortality in elderly population in Lisbon district
Which meteorological index is the best descriptor for winter mortality in elderly population in Lisbon district Open
Background: As recognized by WHO, health is influenced climate change (WHO 2014). Several studies have already provided the association between ambient temperature and mortality, hospital admissions and affluence to urgency services, in el…
View article: Hypertension: comparison of self-reported information and objective measures from the first Portuguese National Health Examination Survey (INSEF)
Hypertension: comparison of self-reported information and objective measures from the first Portuguese National Health Examination Survey (INSEF) Open
This study compares self-reported and examination-based prevalence of hypertension using data from the Portuguese National Health Examination Survey (n=4911), that combines personal interview and clinical measurements. Logistic regression …
View article: The first Portuguese National Health Examination Survey (2015): design, planning and implementation
The first Portuguese National Health Examination Survey (2015): design, planning and implementation Open
Background
Health Examination Surveys (HES) were interview data is complemented with objective information from physical examination and laboratory analysis, provide more accurate health indicators than self-reported data. Here we report…
View article: Socioeconomic inequalities in obesity prevalence: Portuguese Health Examination Survey results
Socioeconomic inequalities in obesity prevalence: Portuguese Health Examination Survey results Open
The Portuguese National Health Examination Survey is developed as
a part of the project “Improvement of epidemiological health
information to support public health decision and management in
Portugal. Towards reduced inequalities, impro…