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Comprehensive care strategy at El Guayabo Penitentiary Center
Get PDFIntroduction: this research is based on the framework of comprehensive oral health care for people deprived of liberty, to ensure that health services ensure their continuity of care, with a quality of care similar to that accessed by the population does not have this limitation. Objective: to develop a comprehensive oral health care strategy at the “El Guayabo” Penitentiary Center on the Isla de la Juventud from October 2021 to October 2022. Methods: an intervention study was carried out on 227 inmates, matching the universe and the sample. The variables were taken into account: age, oral diseases, level of oral health knowledge, oral health knowledge survey and results of the strategy. With prior informed consent, a survey of knowledge of oral health, Stomatological Clinical History, curative and rehabilitative treatment was carried out on each of the patients who were part of the research. Results: before the intervention was applied, dental caries and poor level of knowledge predominated in 71,3 % and 66,9 % of the inmates respectively; managing to reduce the prevalence of dental caries and improve the level of knowledge to be regulated in the majority of inmates after applying the educational strategy; In addition, 47 % of the sample was cured. Conclusions: the implementation of the comprehensive oral health care strategy had a significant impact on the reduction of oral diseases among inmate
Review of an educational strategy between culture, history, religiosity and health. “Operation Caacupé”
Get PDFLos festejos por el día de Nuestra Señora de Caacupé, se celebra cada año entre los días 28 de noviembre hasta el 15 de diciembre. Entre esos días el 7 de diciembre se realiza el “Festival por la Paz” y el 8, la “Caravana de la Virgen". En este contexto se puso en marcha en la Ciudad de Caacupé, Departamento de Cordillera, Paraguay, desde la víspera día 2 al 8 de diciembre, periodo en el que se produce la mayor afluencia de peregrinos devotos, una actividad titulada “Operativo Caacupé”. Fue gestado por el Consejo directivo y administrativo del Instituto Superior en Ciencias de la Salud Juan Pablo II, cuyo protagonismo se expresa en el desempeño estudiantil. Este acontecimiento histórico y cultural es utilizado para desarrollar una estrategia educativa con la comunidad estudiantil y docente del Instituto Superior en Ciencias de la Salud Juan Pablo II, cuyo fin es la integración entre cultura, historia, religiosidad y salud. El objetivo de este texto es describir la actividad educativa realizada con los profesores y estudiantes de las ciencias de la salud donde ponen en práctica sus conocimientos de primeros auxilios, comunicación y salud pública. La gestión de la actividad como experiencia simbólica y significativa para las profesiones, promovió la integración interdisciplinar. El nivel de satisfacción de los participantes se concibió como de “Satisfechos
Influence of culture on disease perception
Get PDFThis scientific paper explores the complex relationship between culture, health, and disease, highlighting how cultural beliefs and practices shape perceptions of health and illness. Culture is described as a complex system of knowledge and customs transmitted from generation to generation, encompassing language, customs, and values. The paper emphasizes that concepts of health and disease can vary significantly across cultures. Different cultural backgrounds lead to diverse interpretations of what constitutes health or illness. Cultural beliefs influence how individuals perceive their health and respond to medical interventions. The text examines the example of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), which differs from Western medicine by focusing on restoring balance and harmonizing energies within the body. The contrast between these two medical paradigms highlights the impact of culture on healthcare approaches. The paper also discusses the cultural acceptance of practices that may be harmful to health, such as incest in certain societies. These practices are considered sacred customs within those cultures, reflecting how cultural ideologies can shape disease risks. Furthermore, the paper explores how cultural factors interact with political and economic forces to create specific health risks and behaviors within societies. It emphasizes that culture plays a pivotal role in shaping human behavior and social acceptance. The paper concludes by emphasizing the enduring influence of culture on perceptions of health and disease throughout history, highlighting how cultural beliefs and practices continue to impact individuals\u27 health experiences and outcome
Symbols in the field: a semiotic analysis of the football shields of bolívar city, colombia
Get PDFFootball is more than a sport; it is a cultural language that transcends borders. In this document, we explore the semiotics behind the shields of soccer teams in Ciudad Bolívar, Through the analysis of symbols, colors and shapes, we unravel the deep meaning behind these emblems. From local history to global influences, we examine how the shields reflect the identity, values and aspirations of each team and its community. This study offers a unique view of the rich cultural tapestry of soccer in Ciudad Bolívar, providing a deeper understanding of its role in social and cultural lif
Nursing role in intercultural health – Theory of Madeleine Leininger: a systematic review
Get PDFThe Intercultural Health Nursing Role explores the role of nurses in culturally diverse environments and the challenges they experience; among them the language, customs, traditions and the perspective of managing health and illness, using Madeleine Leininger\u27s Theory as a theoretical basis to develop a work plan according to the patient\u27s worldview without leaving aside their own ideologies rather integrate them into it, without influencing their treatment, in order to provide culturally competent care. This research uses a bibliographic documentary selection methodology that allows the information to be analyzed and evaluated. A search was carried out for scientific articles published between 2020 and 2024 in databases such as ScieLo, Dialnet, Pubmed and search engines such as Google Academic using Boolean operators to optimize relevant information in relation to the topic raised above. A nursing professional must be able to interact with people of different ideologies, which is why it is necessary to have correct communication accompanied by cultural attributes that help a nurse develop the ideal ability to interact with people from different cultural contexts, without discriminating or emitting prejudices that violate the patient\u27s autonomy. This research aims to analyze the role of nursing in intercultural health where it highlights the importance of cultural competencies in nursing professionals in these environments and highlights the value of the application of Madeleine Leininger\u27s Theory in academics and professional practic
Educational program “Healthy smile” for education preschool infants: knowledge on oral health
Get PDFIntroduction: early childhood caries is a non-communicable disease of high prevalence worldwide, in Cuba and on the Isle of Youth. Prevention and control approaches encompass changing personal behaviors, working with families and educators, and developing health policies, creating enabling environments, promoting health, and directing health services toward universal health coverage. Objective: determine the effectiveness of the “Healthy Smile” program for preschool children. Methods: a quasi-experimental before-after research was carried out where the sample was 95 preschool children from the La Demajagua-Atanagildo Cajigal towns in the period 2021-2023. Results: before the educational intervention, the level of regular and poor knowledge prevailed in 76,8 % and 16,8 % respectively of the infants with a standard deviation of ±2,5; The level of knowledge increased after implementing the educational program, obtaining a good level of knowledge with 81,1 % (77) with a tendency towards a regular level of knowledge 18,9 % (18); standard deviation of ±1,4. The Student T test gave a value of tcalculated = 13,803, gl = 94 and p value = 0,000; therefore, there was evidence to reject the null hypothesis and accept the investigative hypothesis. Conclusions: the implementation of the “Healthy Smile” program, involving families and educators, turned out to be effective since it modified ways and styles of life, also increasing the level of knowledge about oral health of infant
Designing an accessible and equitable conference and the evaluation of the barriers to research inclusion for rare disease communities
Get PDFIntroduction: the United Kingdom Rare Diseases Framework, published in 2021, addresses the lack of diversity in rare disease research, particularly in clinical trials, due to intersecting issues related to rare disease symptoms and health inequalities. The framework outlines the government\u27s commitment to improving the lives of the 3,5 million people living with rare conditions in the United Kingdom.Objective: the primary objective is to advance equality, diversity, and inclusion in research by developing innovative methods to engage with communities, establish trust, and enhance the participation and voices of underrepresented and underserved communities.Methods: the conference was held in May 2023, bringing together voices with lived experiences from rare and diverse communities to meet and discuss with established researchers, policy influencers and advocates. The evaluation design was developed using the Program Logic Model and utilised a conference evaluation form on barriers to inclusion.Results: the Rare Disease Community identifies disability as the primary obstacle to inclusion. Social Care and Public Health Communities and Clinical Research Communities identified a need for more cultural competency. The Diverse Community selected psychosocial issues, and the Academic Community identified funding as the most significant barrier.Conclusions: the Community of Practice workshops showed the variety of lived experiences and potential barriers people confront for inclusion in research. Listening to individual viewpoints was crucial to creating or repairing community trust. The Academic Community felt that research funders and ethics review boards must adapt their institutional practices to include financial resources for outreach and participation in research desig
Perception of illness and death in the nursing setting
Get PDFThis paper delves into how nurses perceive illness and death and how it impacts their daily practice. Nurses\u27 perceptions are shaped by their educational background, professional experience, personal beliefs, and cultural context. They receive training in disease management and palliative care, providing them with the knowledge to approach these situations professionally. However, personal experiences, beliefs, and emotions also influence their response. The evolution of medical science has led to the medicalization of death, with nurses often caring for dying patients in hospital settings. The emotional burden on nurses necessitates emotional self-awareness and support networks to manage stress and trauma effectively. Cultural influences play a significant role in how nurses perceive illness and death. Some cultures avoid open discussions about death, creating communication barriers. Nurses must develop culturally sensitive communication skills to provide respectful care. Various medical traditions, such as Western medicine, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and Indigenous medicine, offer different perspectives on illness and death. Cultural differences extend to funeral practices and beliefs about the afterlife. Anonymous interviews with nurses highlighted their diverse responses to death and the emotional toll it can take. Support programs and psychological assistance should be available to help nurses cope with these challenges. In conclusion, nurses\u27 perceptions of illness and death are multifaceted, influenced by education, experience, personal beliefs, and culture. Emotional management and institutional support are crucial for effective patient care. Creating an environment that encourages open communication and respect for these issues is essential. Nurses must engage in ongoing self-reflection to provide compassionate care and address the complex emotional aspects of their professio
Immigration and work, considerations about the challenges in Brazil: bibliographic review of the literature
Get PDFIntroduction: migratory flows towards countries that have more labor supply are not recent. In this sense, the arrival of immigrants in host countries, in many cases, makes this population more susceptible to health risk situations because of work activities, lack of integration with the local population and the immigration process itself.Methods: the study used a bibliographic review of the literature as a method. In this context, integration policies and the recognition of educational training in the country of origin can contribute to improving the living conditions of this population in Brazil. Results: in this context, this study aims to provide a summary of the challenges faced by immigrants in search of improved living conditions. Furthermore, this study contributes to identifying the main challenges facing immigrants recently arrived in Brazil and the difficult process of integration into local society. It is observed that the authors highlight in common that, worldwide, in the different receiving countries, regardless of the social, political, and economic context in which the immigrants find themselves, there is some destructive process that conditions the health-disease process of this population, resulting from the various factors mentioned above.Conclusion: yet the positive contribution of migration to development is increasingly recognized, and these targeted policies will maximize their benefits in both countries of origin and destinatio
The Process of Autonomy of indigenous peoples in the state of Michoacán today
Get PDFThe article analyzed the process of autonomy of the indigenous communities in Michoacán, highlighting the historical struggle of these peoples for their self-determination. Autonomy was presented as a complex process that allowed various communities to establish systems of self-government to avoid dependence on local councils. In this context, the case of Cherán K\u27eri was mentioned, which in 2011 demonstrated strong internal solidarity while facing state repression. Furthermore, in 2004, the communities of Nurio and Quinceo also declared themselves autonomous, setting a precedent in the region.The study showed how autonomy not only represented a vindication of collective rights, but also forced nation states to rethink their political structures. The influence of the Zapatista uprising in 1994 and the legal reforms of 2001 that promoted the recognition of indigenous rights were mentioned. The importance of various legal bodies, such as the SCJN and the TEPJF, in the protection of these rights was also highlighted.The article also addressed the administration of communal resources, the fight against political corruption and the establishment of community security bodies, such as the Kuarichas. Finally, the progress of these communities in their self-government was recognized, although the need to guarantee an efficient use of the budget was emphasized. Indigenous autonomy in Michoacán was presented as an evolving process, marked by resistance, organization and the search for collective well-being