Introduction: Global mortality due to noncommunicable diseases is high and increasing. In Peru it represents 66% of the deaths. Objective: The objectives of this study were to determine the frequency of obesity and overweight, and to evaluate cardiovascular and metabolic risk. Materials and methods: A cross-sectional descriptive study developed between July and November of 2016, the participants were faculty members of a private university located in the northern area of Lima. To determine the overweight and obesity was used the body mass index; cardiovascular and metabolic risks were assessed with the abdominal perimeter; and the risk of diabetes mellitus was determined using the FINDRISC questionnaire. Results: Of the 164 participating teachers, 51.8% (n = 85) were less than 45 years old, 73.2% (n = 120) were males, 3% (n = 5) had a history of hypertension and 5.5% (n = 9) diabetes mel...

Objectives: To determine the level of physical activity in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus who received medical attention in primary health care in North Lima. Materials and methods: This was a cross-sectional descriptive study in 164 patients of both genders, aged between 23 and 64 years, with a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes mellitus. The evaluation of physical activity was carried out with the short version of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ). Results: We included 164 patients with a mean age of 51.3 years (SD = 8.5), 61% (n = 100) were women, 64.6% (n=106) with ages ≥50 years, 63.4% (n=104) had secondary education, 59.8% (n=98) had been diagnosed 2 to 5 years ago. Regarding the level of physical activity, in 20.7% (n = 34) it was low, 53.7% (n = 88) moderate and 25.6% (n = 42) high. Low level of physical activity was predominant in patients ≥50 years ...

Objectives. Classifying blood lead levels and identifying the factors associated with elevated blood lead levels in children living in a district of Callao. Materials and methods. Transversal descriptive study. The study population was composed of children of both sexes from 1 to 13 years old; the data collection was conducted between March and April 2017. Results. The 310 children studied presented an average blood lead level of 8.59 μg/dL, while the median (P50) blood lead level was higher in males (p=0.008). Blood lead levels in 18.1% of the study population (n=56) were <5 μg/dL; in 54.5% (n=169) levels ranged between 5 and 10 μg/dL, whereas 27.4% (n=85) reported blood lead levels of ≥10 μg/dL furthermore, blood lead levels were significantly different between genders (p=0.007), while significantly more children under 10 years of age (p=0.008) and whose parents did not receive a...

The aim of the study was to determine the frequency of infection markers for hepatitis B and hepatitis C and to identify associated factors in blood donors. The study was carried out using data obtained from blood donor medical records collected in a public hospital in Lima. Of 28,263 individuals analyzed between 2012 and 2015, 0.6% (n=156) were reactive for HBsAg; 5.2% (n=1,465), for anti-HBc; and 0.8% (n=232), for anti-HVC. Positive results for HBsAg (p=0.319) and anti-HVC (p=0.037) were more common in voluntary donors. For HBsAg and anti-HBc, positive results were more common in individuals aged 50 years or older. The number of voluntary donors was higher among individuals younger than 20 years (p<0.001). The study indicates that reactivity to hepatitis infection markers is associated with voluntary donation and the age group of blood donors.

OBJECTIVES: To assess of alimentary habits in adolescents of “Mi Perú” district. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Descriptive cross-sectional study developed in 2013. Participated 459 students of 4th and 5th grade coming from the state high school of Mi Peru distric, in the Callao Region. We used a questionnaire composed of 26 questions about omission and repetition of meals, add salt to food; fast food, junk food and fruits and vegetables consumption, company during meals, food consumption place, rate of food intake , nap after lunch, interval between dinner and bedtime and watch TV during meals. RESULTS: Of total 459 adolescents, 50,1% (n=230) were men and 49,9 % (n=229) were women between 14 and 19 years old (average age 16,1 years; SD: 0,92). 44,3 % (n = 203) of adolescents were found within the category of “change habits”, while 55,7 % (n = 256) were within the category of “conserv...

In primary healthcare facilities (PHFs) in large cities such as Lima and Callao, outreach work is carried out in close proximity to the facilities, without the need to walk or travel for hours—sometimes on pack animals—to reach destinations, as occurs in many facilities in the interior of the country. Within the PHFs, there are undoubtedly healthcare workers willing to confront this challenge—committed professionals in whose hands, together with the community, lies the success of combating anemia. Therefore, anemia represents an opportunity for all those involved in primary healthcare to engage and promote a paradigm shift that enables a positive influence on other social determinants of health, thereby reducing anemia and other health problems.

Objective: Determine the frequency of violence and its relationship with self-esteem level in pregnant women. Materials and methods: Cross-sectional descriptive study. The pregnant women treated at the Healthcare Center of the district of “Mi Peru”, in the Callao Region, constituted the study population. Results: In total, 210 pregnant women participated with a mean age of 25.94 years (SD = 5.94; Range: 14 to 43), the majority between 20 and 30 years of age, 22.9% (n = 48) were victims of physical violence at least once in their lives and 2.9% (n = 6) in the present pregnancy. Psychological violence at least once in their lives occurred in 28.1% (n = 59), while in the present pregnancy it was reported in 8.1% (n = 17). Regarding sexual assault, 8.6% (n = 18) reported the occurrence at least once in their lives and 0.5% (n = 1) in the last pregnancy.   Of the sample, 72.9% (n = 153)...

Femicide, the most extreme manifestation of violence against women, requires the participation and vigilance of all social actors. A sensitized and prepared community can be the most important ally in neutralizing the problem of violence against women, as its members maintain closer relationships and are better positioned to respond promptly when women are at risk. Of course, this is not intended to diminish the work carried out by various state institutions; it is worth highlighting the prevention and promotion activities that the Ministry of Women and Vulnerable Populations has been implementing at the level of primary healthcare facilities. Women deserve greater attention, and in this regard, this issue includes articles on family, pregnant women, non-pregnant women, and housewives.

Objectives: To determine the frequency of dental diseases in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM2). Materials and methods: Cross-sectional descriptive study based on a secondary source. DM2 patients attended in the dental service of a primary healthcare center of “Mi Peru” district in the Callao Region participated. Results: A total of 36 patients with DM2 were analyzed, with a mean age of 56.94 years (SD = 11.56; Range: 28 to 76). Of the sample, 88.9% (n = 32) were female, 50% (n = 18) were 60 years of age or older and 47.2% (n = 17) had secondary education. A 94.4% of patients with DM2 presented at least one dental disease. The main dental diseases were caries, periodontitis and acute gingivitis, which affected 69.4% (n = 25), 36.1% (n = 13) and 25% (n = 9), respectively. A 72.2% (n = 26) of patients had loss of a dental piece and 50% (n = 18) had at least one piece to extra...

It should be considered a research priority to address problems arising from human interaction with computers and other mobile devices, as well as conditions related to mental health resulting from the public health emergency, which has affected a large number of families.

Introduction: human T-cell lymphotropic viruses (HTLV), particularly HTLV-1, are associated with adult T-cell leukemia/lymphoma (ATLL) and myelopathy/tropical spastic paraparesis (HAM / TSP). In South America, Peru is considered an endemic area.Objective: the aim of this study was to estimate the seroprevalence of HTLV 1-2 among blood donors in a national hospital of Lima City. Methods: Descriptive study based on a secondary source obtained from the blood bank of a peruvian hospital. The population was conformed by the blood donors both genders who applied in the period 2012 to 2015. The inclusion criteria were: having personal data, age, sex, blood group and the results of the screening test for HTLV-1 and HTLV-2. Out of 28249 admitted subjects, 28084 fulfilled the study criteria. Results: the mean age of the participants was 33, 5 years (SD = 10.02, min 17, max 70), the age groups of 2...

The quality of the title of a scientific article reflects the quality of the article and can be decisive for the reading of the rest of the scientific paper. The descriptive or neutral title is the most recommended, also keep in mind the extension, syntax and grammatical structure. The writing of the title can be perfected throughout the research process, during the writing of the article, after the analysis and revision of the authors. It is important to consider the observations and/or suggestions after a critical review by a volunteer researcher and the reviewers or editors of the journals. It is also advisable to review the instructions of the journal to which you wish to submit. This paper has developed title types, guidelines, useful tips and title examples. Keywords: Biomedical Research; Research Design; Research Report; Publications (Source: MeSH, NLM).

The introduction is the section of the article where the study is based. It includes the magnitude of the problem, background, justification and objectives. The introduction is supported by specialized, quality and updated bibliographic references. The introduction is the section that reflects the quality of the article, from the writing technique, critical analysis of the background, management and/or handling of scientific information.  It requires an important effort, and is perfectible with critical revisions during the process of research and publication.

The Materials and Methods section is the part of the article that should provide sufficient information on how the study was conducted, with the aim of enabling replication. This section includes the study type and design, setting and timeframe, participants, variables and measurement instruments, data sources and procedures, statistical analysis, and ethical considerations.

For now, we cannot draw definitive conclusions; in the future, we will know the benefits or detriments of AI. Rather, it can be considered an opportunity to open lines of research, and only time will tell the impact of AI on research.

The Results section is the core of the scientific article, where the results of the study are shown; it is the original section of the whole article. The presentation is in text, but it is essential to use tables and figures, and descriptive and inferential statistics. The writing should be in the past tense in a clear and brief manner, without interpretation.

Scientific misconduct is a recurrent problem. The actions of academic institutions and the maturity of researchers may serve as antidotes to dishonest practices. Time and training are essential, as they strengthen integrity at the personal, teaching, and research levels.

Connectivity is a new determinant that influences other determinants. In Peru, access to broadband internet requires investment in infrastructure to expand fiber-optic networks or alternative technologies. Significant progress has been made in expanding internet coverage; however, sufficient financial resources and political will are still needed to prioritize it as a social good. Access to appropriate equipment and devices for internet connectivity is essential. In addition, promotion and training are necessary to achieve digital literacy, which can help strengthen self-care and reduce inequalities in access to health services.

The Discussion is the longest and most challenging section to write. It is the section where the findings are interpreted in relation to the study objectives in order to answer the research question. Most of the bibliographic references are included in the Discussion section, as they support the interpretation of the study results. To facilitate writing, the Discussion can be divided into three sections distributed across 6 to 8 paragraphs, using clear and concise language.

The aim of the study was to explore the level of eHealth literacy among healthcare users. The population consisted of healthcare users of primary healthcare located in the departments of Ayacucho and Huancavelica, both belonging to the Andean Region of Peru. The instrument used was the “eHealth Literacy Scale” (eHEALS). A total of 102 users of both sexes participated, with a median age of 34.5 years (Min: 15, Max: 92; Q1: 26, Q3: 52), 75.5% (n=77) represented by women. Regarding eHealth literacy, 42.2% (n=43) had elementary level, 8.8% (n=9) basic level, 23.5% (n=24) medium level and 25.5% (n=26) high level.  In conclusion, in the Andean region of Peru, the level of eHealth literacy of healthcare users at primary healthcare is deficient.