This study examines intercultural competence among students participating in an Erasmus mobility program at higher education institutions across Europe(primarily Portugal, Spain, and Finland). The study adopts a quantitative approach based on an intercultural competence scale. It explores how intercultural competence varies according to both personal characteristics (gender, nationality, field of study, and tra...
Introduction - Rapid weight loss that occurs in the period after bariatric surgery can lead to a reduction in the adipose tissue that surrounds the cartilaginous portion of the Auditory Tube (AT). It is suggested in the literature that this loss of adipose tissue may correspond to a theoretical risk factor for AT dysfunction, although its real incidence is not known. Objectives - The objective of this study was...
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Population-based screening programs are vital public health initiatives that enable the early detection of diseases, significantly reducing both morbidity and healthcare costs. As these programs expand, the management of the extensive data they generate becomes increasingly complex, highlighting the need for structured digital solutions. This narrative review article presents a pragmatic framework aimed at clar...
The recent massive expansion of Tourism has generated intense debate, generally expressing support but, at times,voicing displeasure more than is desirable. This underscores the need for a discussion on sociocultural sustainability. TheCultSense project (“Sensitizing Young Travellers for Local Cultures”) addresses these issues, identifying ways to foster young travellers’ cultural sensitivity through education....
Background: A patient recovering from an in-hospital or out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (CA) requires interventions for recovery, particularly for minimising secondary brain injury. Targeted temperature management (TTM) is the intervention with the greatest impact on neurological recovery. Aim: The aim of this systematic review was to describe current TTM in adult CA patients and its impact on functional outcome...
Background: A patient recovering from an in-hospital or out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (CA) requires interventions for recovery, particularly for minimising secondary brain injury. Targeted temperature management (TTM) is the intervention with the greatest impact on neurological recovery. Aim: The aim of this systematic review was to describe current TTM in adult CA patients and its impact on functional outcome...
Gamification, the integration of game-design elements into non-game contexts, has gained significant traction in the development of mobile applications across various sectors, including health, education, commerce, and environmental sustainability. This article explores the effectiveness, benefits, challenges, and future directions of Gamification in mobile apps. By enhancing user engagement, motivation, and lo...
Background and objective: Vestibular symptoms are among the most common medical complaints in the emergency room. Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) is one of the most frequently observed diagnoses in these patients and has a considerable personal and health care burden. Our aim is to evaluate the weekly and seasonal incidence of BPPV and study the possible relationship between the incidence of BPPV an...
Introduction - Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies have made it possible to analyze large databases and subsequently apply this knowledge to solve practical clinical problems. Objectives - Compare the perception of the application of AI in Otorhinolaryngology, in Portugal, between the general population and healthcare professionals. Material and Methods - A cross-sectional study was carried out using an a...