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Micronutrient-Drug Interaction in Older Adults
Rodrigues, Ana Rita; Nóbrega, Carlota; Rocha Martins, Filipa; Bell, VictoriaThe aging process is associated with a set of transformations and habits that can interfere with micronutrient levels, which are crucial in maintaining homeostasis in numerous biological processes and preventing disease. Older adults are susceptible to changes in these levels, contributing to structural or functional alterations that promote the development of diseases. Coupled with the aging process, older adu...
Depression in the Paediatric Population: Current Therapeutic Context and Challe...
Rodrigues, Ana Rita; Palavra, Filipe; Bell, Victoria; Mascarenhas-Melo, Filipa; Almeida, Luis; Veiga, FranciscoMajor depression, as a clinical condition associated with the highest rate of disability worldwide, presents very particular contours when it affects the pediatric population. The biochemical and pathophysiological changes associated with depression are naturally influenced by socioeconomic aspects and family dynamics, which contributes to great heterogeneity and variability in the symptoms expressed by childre...
Nanomaterials in Cosmetics: An Outlook for European Regulatory Requirements and...
Ferreira, Laura; Pires, Patrícia C.; Fonseca, Mariana; Costa, Gustavo; Giram, Prabhanjan Shridhar; Mazzola, Priscila Gava; Bell, VictoriaThe use of materials and products that improve appearance and provide comfort and well-being goes back to the beginning of civilization. Cosmetics is an evolving market that has increasingly focused on innovative technological approaches. Nanotechnology is one of the most revolutionary and promising fields for the development of novel and enhanced cosmetic products, owing to the remarkable multifunctional chara...
An Update on Drug-Nutrient Interactions and Dental Decay in Older Adults
Bell, Victoria; Rodrigues, Ana Rita; Antoniadou, Maria; Peponis, Marios; Varzakas, Theodoros; Fernandes, TitoIn recent decades, the global demographic landscape has undergone a discernible shift that has been characterised by a progressive increase in the proportion of elderly individuals, indicative of an enduring global inclination toward extended lifespans. The aging process, accompanied by physiological changes and dietary patterns, contributes to detrimental deviations in micronutrient consumption. This vulnerabl...
: The smoking cessation process and the pharmacist’s contribution: impact on pu...
Lima, Adriana; Mascarenhas-Melo, Filipa; Bell, VictoriaO tabagismo é considerado um fator de risco de inúmeras doenças e afeta quer a população fumadora, quer a não fumadora. Este hábito é a principal causa evitável de doenças crónicas, perda de qualidade de vida e morte no mundo. Desta forma, é considerado um problema de saúde pública que afeta toda a população. O tabaco pode ser consumido de diversas formas e é causador de dependência quer física, quer psicológic...
XIII Congresso Internacional de História da Loucura, Psiquiatria e Saúde Mental
Pereira, Ana Leonor; Pita, João Rui; Bell, VictoriaLivro de resumos
Characterisation of institutionalised Portuguese older adult fallers: is there ...
Ferreira, Carina Ramos; Mascarenhas-Melo, Filipa; Rodrigues, Ana Rita; Lima, Maria João Reis; Pinheiro, João Páscoa; Chaves, ClaúdiaFalls are a major public health issue, given their prevalence and social impact. Older adults living in long-term care facilities (LTCF) are at greater risk of injury resulting from a fall due to multiple factors, such as nutritional, functional/cognitive impairment, postural instability, polypharmacy, and the presence of potentially inappropriate medications (PIMs). Medication management in LTCF is complex and...
Pharmacist Intervention in Portuguese Older Adult Care
Rodrigues, Ana Rita; Teixeira-Lemos, Edite; Mascarenhas-Melo, Filipa; Lemos, Luis Pedro das Neves Teixeira de; Bell, VictoriaHealthy ageing has become one of the most significant challenges in a society with an increasing life expectancy. Older adults have a greater prevalence of chronic disease, with the need for multiple medications to appropriately control these issues. In addition to their health concerns, ageing individuals are prone to loneliness, dependence, and economic issues, which may affect their quality of life. Governme...
Pharmacist Intervention in Portuguese Older Adult Care
Rodrigues, Ana Rita; Teixeira-Lemos, Edite; Mascarenhas-Melo, Filipa; Lemos, Luís Pedro; Bell, VictoriaHealthy ageing has become one of the most significant challenges in a society with an increasing life expectancy. Older adults have a greater prevalence of chronic disease, with the need for multiple medications to appropriately control these issues. In addition to their health concerns, ageing individuals are prone to loneliness, dependence, and economic issues, which may affect their quality of life. Governme...
Characterisation of institutionalised Portuguese older adult fallers: is there ...
Ramos Ferreira, Carina; Filipa, Mascarenhas-Melo; Rodrigues, Ana Rita; J. Reis Lima, M.; Pinheiro, Joao; Margarida Correia Balula Chaves, CláudiaBackground: Falls are a major public health issue, given their prevalence and social impact. Older adults living in long-term care facilities (LTCF) are at greater risk of injury resulting from a fall due to multiple factors, such as nutritional, functional/cognitive impairment, postural instability, polypharmacy, and the presence of potentially inappropriate medications (PIMs). Medication management in LTCF is...