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On the contribution of Angola to the initial spread of HIV-1

Highlights • We show for the first time the role of Angola in the early spread of the HIV epidemic. • The first introduction of HIV-1 to Angola could have occurred between 1910 and 1940. • Migrations out of Kinshasa were directed to Luanda, as much as to other cities of DRC. • Colonial migration […]
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Antimicrobial action of ozone gas on surfaces and in the air

Abstract: ‘Objective:’ Assess the antimicrobial action of ozone gas (O3) on surfaces and artificially cooled ambient air. ‘Methods’ Cross-sectional experimental/laboratory study carried out in ten rooms of a medical microbiology research lab, with class 2 biosafety risk. The demarcated surfaces on the floor, wall and counter were assessed in relation to the presence or absence […]
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Depression or anxiety symptoms associated with occupational role transitions in Brazilian adults with a traumatic spinal cord injury: A multivariate analysis

Abstract: ‘BACKGROUND:’ Psychological morbidity is commonly experienced by people with a spinal cord injury (SCI), but whether it is associated with occupational role transitions in is unknown. ‘OBJECTIVE:’ To analyze whether anxiety or depression symptoms are independently associated to increased likelihoods of role transitions in adults with SCI. ‘METHODS:’ Cross-sectional study; multivariate analysis using a […]
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The authors reply

Dear researchers,   We appreciate the interest in our publication and the comments on the content of the article, which we received with great esteem and consideration. Generally, the authors agree and reinforce the importance of our findings, but question two central points: (1) why our research, against the most recent literature, points to an […]
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A difficult diagnosis of Plasmodium ovale malaria

Abstract: Malaria is a major cause of suffering, disease, and death worldwide and is considered the most important of all human parasitic diseases. Malaria is still endemic in most tropical and sub-tropical areas and globalization has contributed to an increase of imported cases around the world. We report a Plasmodium ovale infection in a traveler […]
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GHTM is a R&D Center that brings together researchers from IHMT with a track record in Tropical Medicine and International/Global Health. It aims at strengthening Portugal's role as a leading partner in the development and implementation of a global health research agenda. Our evidence-based interventions contribute to the promotion of equity in health and to improve the health of populations.

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