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Three Scales of Mental Health-Related Stigma: Additional Evidence on its Psycho...

Introduction: The aim of this study was to provide additional evidence on the psychometric properties in the Portuguese population of three stigma scales: Mental Health Knowledge Schedule (MAKS), Scaling Community Attitudes Toward the Mentally Ill 12 (CAMI-12), and Reported and Intended Behaviour Scale (RIBS).Methods: A total of 3556 participants were recruited and completed the three scales online. The study i...

Three scales of mental health-related stigma: additional evidence on its psycho...

Introduction: The aim of this study was to provide additional evidence on the psychometric properties in the Portuguese population of three stigma scales: Mental Health Knowledge Schedule (MAKS), Scaling Community Attitudes Toward the Mentally Ill 12 (CAMI-12), and Reported and Intended Behaviour Scale (RIBS). Methods: A total of 3556 participants were recruited and completed the three scales online. The study ...

Long-term cardiovascular events in individuals hospitalised with COVID-19

Background: Post-COVID condition encompasses a spectrum of persistent or emerging symptoms affecting multiple organ systems, including a heightened risk of cardiovascular complications. Despite growing recognition of this phenomenon, there remains a lack of comprehensive data regarding the incidence and risk factors associated with cardiovascular events during the post-acute phase in patients previously hospita...

Long-term cardiovascular events in individuals hospitalised with COVID-19: a re...

Background: Post-COVID condition encompasses a spectrum of persistent or emerging symptoms affecting multiple organ systems, including a heightened risk of cardiovascular complications. Despite growing recognition of this phenomenon, there remains a lack of comprehensive data regarding the incidence and risk factors associated with cardiovascular events during the post-acute phase in patients previously hospita...

Green and blue social prescribing

Prevalence and risk factors for post COVID condition 12 months after a test: ev...

Background/Objectives: PCC prevalence estimates vary widely. Additionally, its development is associated with multiple factors, from individual characteristics to the broader impacts of the pandemic. The aim of this study was to characterise the prevalence of symptoms 12 months after SARS-CoV-2 testing, comparing individuals with positive and negative test results, and to analyse the factors associated with the...

Associação entre Infeção por SARS-CoV-2 e Saúde Mental aos 12 Meses: Um Estudo ...

Introdução: A condição pós-COVID-19 afeta indivíduos com história de infeção por síndrome respiratória aguda grave devido a coronavírus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) e pode incluir sintomas persistentes como fadiga, alterações cognitivas e perturbações psicológicas (e.g., ansiedade, depressão, perturbação de stress pós-traumático (PTSD)), mesmo após 12 meses. Apesar de existirem dados sobre sintomas psicológicos nas fases ini...

Long COVID is not the same for everyone: a hierarchical cluster analysis of Lon...

Background: Identifying symptom clusters in Long COVID is necessary for developing effective therapies for this diverse condition and improving the quality of life of those affected by this heterogeneous condition. In this study, we aimed to identify and compare symptom clusters at 9 and 12 months after a SARS-CoV-2 positive test and describe each cluster regarding factors at infection. Methods: This is a cross...

LOCUS (LOng Covid-Understanding Symptoms, events and use of services in Portuga...

Approximately 10% of patients experience symptoms of Post COVID-19 Condition (PCC) after a SARS-CoV-2 infection. Akin acute COVID-19, PCC may impact a multitude of organs and systems, such as the cardiovascular, respiratory, musculoskeletal, and neurological systems. The frequency and associated risk factors of PCC are still unclear among both community and hospital settings in individuals with a history of COV...

Parental health literacy: from evidence to interventions

The influence of the social determinants of health on child health is widely recognized. Health literacy is seen as a critical component to improve child health and reduce inequalities. As in the general population, many parents have a low level of health literacy, which affects their ability to protect their child's health. In this work, we intend to describe the relationship between parental health literacy, ...