Abstract Background In radiologically guided interventions, medical practitioners are subjected to radiation exposure, which may lead to radiation-induced diseases.In this study, novel radiation shields for the head and neck were evaluated for their potential to reduce radiation exposure.Method An anthropomorphic phantom was exposed on its left sid
The African penguin (Spheniscus demersus) is an endangered seabird that breeds along the coast of Namibia and South Africa, and disease surveillance was identified as a priority for its conservation.Aiming for the establishment of baseline data on the presence of potential pathogens in this species, a comprehensive health assessment (blood smear ex
IntroductionMindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) helps counteract the negative consequences of stress.An essential aspect of mind-body therapies is learning to be mindful of emotional reactions and bodily sensations, a process defined as interoceptive awareness.This awareness can also be enhanced by providing physiological feedback from a smar
Abstract Background Louvre Motor The health risks of crack copyright smoking in public settings have not been well described.We sought to identify factors associated with public crack smoking, and assess the potential for a supervised inhalation facility to reduce engagement in this behavior, in a setting planning to evaluate a medically supervised
Clay soils are known for their water sensitivity, which causes irreparable damage to any structure built on this type of soil.In order to avoid such problem, it is necessary to use various improvement and stabilization methods such as treatment with lime.This process has been used successfully in the field for decades.The addition of lime generates