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The oscillatory response of the electroretinogram and neuronal adaptation

Acta Ophthalmologica, Volume 104, Issue 6, Page 616-637, September 2026.
Abstract After more than 50 years, there still remains a challenge and an interest to know more as well as extend and deepen our understanding of the small rapid wavelets, the oscillatory potentials (OPs), of the electroretinogram (ERG) and the neuronal adaptation of the retina.
Lillemor Wachtmeister, Anders Eklund
wiley   +1 more source

Cross-sectional study of personal protective equipment use, training and biosafety preparedness among healthcare workers during the first months of the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic in Brazil

BMJ Public Health
Objectives Brazil has high rates of COVID-19 and tuberculosis among healthcare workers (HCWs). Personal protective equipment (PPE) is essential for their protection.
Kerstin Muner, Julia Kilgour, Tatiana Ometto, Ana Pérola Drulla Brandão, Andrea Pires dos Santos, Ana Marcia Sá Guimarães   +5 more
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Medical mask or N95 respirator: when and how to use?

TURKISH JOURNAL OF MEDICAL SCIENCES, 2020
COVID-19 pandemic is now a global threat to human health reaching up to 2 million infected people all around the world. Since its first recognition in Wuhan, many topics were discussed intensively about COVID-19, both in the public and scientific community.
Alpay AZAP, F. Şebnem ERDİNÇ
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Impact of the COVID‐19 Pandemic on Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Related to Avian Influenza Among Poultry Workers in Cambodia

Influenza and Other Respiratory Viruses, Volume 20, Issue 9, September 2026.
ABSTRACT Background Live bird markets (LBMs) are high‐risk environments for the amplification and transmission of avian influenza viruses (AIVs). In Cambodia, limited data exist on knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) among poultry workers, who represent a key occupational risk group.
Malen Chan, Frida E. Sparaciari, Sowath Ly, Kunthy Nguon, Kimsan Souv, Samantha Colquhoun, Claude Flamand, Erik A. Karlsson   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Comparing the fit of N95, KN95, surgical, and cloth face masks and assessing the accuracy of fit checking.

PLoS ONE, 2021
IntroductionThe COVID-19 pandemic has made well-fitting face masks a critical piece of protective equipment for healthcare workers and civilians. While the importance of wearing face masks has been acknowledged, there remains a lack of understanding ...
Eugenia O'Kelly, Anmol Arora, Sophia Pirog, James Ward, P John Clarkson   +4 more
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Hidden Mould in the Air: A Practical Narrative Mini‐Review of Invasive Mould Infection Prevention for High‐Risk Patients and Clinicians

Mycoses, Volume 69, Issue 9, September 2026.
ABSTRACT Airborne mould spores, including those of the Aspergillus species, are ubiquitous both indoors and outdoors. While they are generally harmless, inhaled spores can cause severe infections, particularly invasive pulmonary aspergillosis, in patients with impaired immune defences.
Angelika Bauer, Cornelia Lass‐Flörl, Stephan Steixner, Oliver Cornely, Ilana Reinhold, Laura Walti, on behalf of International Society for Human and Animal Mycology (ISHAM) Working Group for Patient Representation and Advocacy in Invasive Fungal Infections   +6 more
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How IoT Enables the Protective Action Decision Model (PADM) During a Wildfire Event

Risk Analysis, Volume 46, Issue 9, September 2026.
ABSTRACT This article highlights the growing importance of air quality assessment, particularly given the increased frequency and severity of climate‐driven wildfires. Recent research suggests that wildfire particulate matter may be more toxic than equivalent amounts of ambient PM2.5, with smoke composition and the different stages of biomass ...
Benjamin Y. Clark, Shahinur Bashar
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Integrated HIV and TB Services for the Management of Coinfection in West Africa: A Scoping Review of Strategies, Outcomes, Barriers and Enablers

Health Science Reports, Volume 9, Issue 8, August 2026.
ABSTRACT Background and Aim There is a concern about treatment outcomes for human immunodeficiency virus and tuberculosis infections in West Africa. This has led to a focus on the development of strategies for integrated care; however, data on the barriers and enablers of these strategies are limited.
Chris Mensah Nartey, Adwoa Kumiwa Asare Afrane, Benjamin Tagoe, Awo Afi Kwapong, Seth Kwabena Amponsah   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Multicycle Autoclave Decontamination of N95 Filtering Facepiece Respirators

Applied Biosafety, 2020
During pandemic situations like the one caused by the emergent coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, healthcare systems face the challenge of limited personal protective equipment and impaired supply chains. This problem poses a threat to healthcare workers, first responders, and the public, which demands solutions that can span the gap between institutional ...
Nathen E. Bopp, Donald H. Bouyer, Christopher M. Gibbs, Joan E. Nichols, Corrie A. Ntiforo, Miguel A. Grimaldo   +5 more
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Progress in Biodegradable Nonwoven Materials for Personal Protective Applications

Macromolecular Materials and Engineering, Volume 311, Issue 8, August 2026.
ABSTRACT Personal protective equipment generates large waste streams, underscoring the need for materials that deliver protection without persistent environmental costs. This study reviews biodegradable nonwoven options and relates material choice and disposal routes to barrier performance, comfort, and footprint.
Tarikul Islam, Sayam, Pooja Maurya, Gajanan Bhat   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source