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Evaluation of the Prevention and Management of Acute Lower Respiratory Infections in Senior Care Facilities in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region, 2005–2008
In long-term care facilities for the elderly (Ehpa), a large number of cases and deaths due to acute respiratory infections (ARI) could be prevented through effective measures. For the...
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Review and Outlook for the Epidemiological Surveillance Program on Musculoskeletal Disorders.
The pilot program for the epidemiological surveillance of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) developed in the Pays de la Loire region will soon celebrate its 10th anniversary. This program...
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Monitoring of major musculoskeletal disorders of the upper extremities and risk exposure in companies in the Pays de la Loire region: results among temporary workers.
Introduction - Thanks to the epidemiological surveillance program for musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) implemented in the Pays de la Loire region, it was possible to estimate the...
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Estimates of incidence, prevalence, and the role of occupational factors in its occurrence in the Pays de la Loire region, France, 2002–2004.
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is one of the most common work-related health problems. It ranks first among occupational diseases compensated under the general Social Security system. As...
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A Study of Factors Associated with Career Outcomes Following Surgery for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome in the Pays de la Loire Region.
The objective was to study the occupational prognosis following surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome. Patients who underwent surgery in 2002–2003 in the Pays de la Loire region completed a...
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Pneumococcal and Tetanus Vaccination Coverage Among Residents of Nursing Homes in Burgundy and Franche-Comté, France, 2009
Objective - To assess pneumococcal and tetanus vaccination coverage among individuals aged 65 and older who meet vaccination recommendations and reside in long-term care facilities for...
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Factors Influencing General Practitioners’ Participation in Public Health Surveillance: The Merveille Survey, 2008
Strengthening disease surveillance systems in France requires greater involvement of general practitioners (GPs). Methods—A descriptive, cross-sectional survey was conducted across four...
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Q Fever in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence. An epidemiological study
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Asthma and COPD: Hospitalization and Mortality Rates in France’s Overseas Departments and Metropolitan France, 2005–2007
Objective - This article presents hospitalization and mortality rates for asthma and COPD in Réunion and the French West Indies and compares them with those in mainland France. Methods -...
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Insertion and Use of the Female Condom: Results of a Study Conducted Between 1999 and 2001 at STD Clinics and Family Planning Centers in Paris
The female polyurethane condom (FPC) is a relatively new medical device designed for contraception and the prevention of sexually transmitted infections. Over the past fifteen years, in...
