A review article suggests that the duration of antibiotic treatments could be reduced for most respiratory infections

• The study, led by IDIAPJGol researcher Carl Llor, shows that shortening the duration of antibiotic treatment would reduce adverse effects and minimize the risk of resistance, without affecting its effectiveness

• This conclusion needs to be confirmed in a clinical trial, which is expected to begin soon

The PALLIAKID consortium launches a survey aimed at healthcare professionals who care for children with palliative care needs

Its objective is to understand how professionals assess the current and future needs and strengths of children with terminal illnesses and their families
 

Consult IDIAPJGol's scientific publications of August 2024

During the month of August the research staff of IDIAPJGol has published 35 new articles in scientific journals of both national and international scope. You can consult them below.

Almost one in five teenagers reports skipping school during menstruation

A study coordinated by IDIAPJGol highlights the need to strengthen menstrual education in the classroom, reduce menstrual poverty, and decrease absenteeism during menstruation

 

The COVID-19 pandemic led to an increase in flu vaccination coverage among children in Central Catalonia

The principal author of the research is pediatrician Sílvia Burgaya from the Manlleu Primary Care Team in Osona

Poorer cardiovascular health in middle-aged people increases the appearance of dementia during old age

The results of this study, which shows a higher risk among women, can become a tool to develop dementia prevention strategies in primary care