In this research, three methods of aerosol generation, and their subsequent propagation, are investigated experimentally. These experiments provided insight into the potential risk aerosol can have pertaining to the spread of infectious disease such as COVID – 19. The first of which investigated an alternative generation route that may exist given the discovery of small numbers of viable viruses in urine and stool samples. Flushing biomatter can lead to the aerosolization of micro-organisms; thus, there is a likelihood that bioaerosols generated in public restrooms may pose a concern for the transmission of COVID-19, especially since these areas are relatively confined, experience heavy foot traffic, and may suffer from inadequate ventilation. The results indicate that the particular designs tested in the study generate a large number of droplets in the size range 0.3 𝜇𝑚 – 3 𝜇𝑚, which can reach heights of at least 1.52 m. This highlights the need for incorporating adequate ventilation in the design and operation of public spaces, which can help prevent aerosol accumulation in high occupancy areas and mitigate the risk of airborne disease transmission. Secondly, experiments were conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of facial coverings at various distances around a simulated cough. These concluded that due to the gaps along the seal of a face mask, aerosols can escape 360° around a coughing individual. In the final portion of the thesis study, an experimental method was developed and conducted to break up a droplet via mechanical excitation. The results of these experiments showed that when a droplet is placed on a vibrating string, the droplet can be broken into many secondary droplets which is analogous to one speaking or singing thus providing insight as to how vocal cords can generate respiratory aerosols. / Includes bibliography. / Thesis (MS)--Florida Atlantic University, 2021. / FAU Electronic Theses and Dissertations Collection

Ven y comparte con nosotros la serie de ponencias por el Día del Nutricionista Peruano. / Tema 1. Cómo la fortificación de alimentos mejora la nutrición y salud de poblaciones: evidencia global y del Perú / Tema 2. Desafíos del Nutricionista durante la Pandemia del COVID-19

Durante muchos años, el dióxido de cloro ha sido utilizado por su principal característica como desinfectante, abarcando diversas áreas de aplicación como la sanitaria, alimenticia, industrial, etc. La evidencia reportada hasta la fecha cita diversos estudios en modelos animales, desde revisiones sobre la toxicocinética hasta la aplicación o usos del compuesto. Su poder como bactericida, virucida y eliminador microbiológico lo convirtió en una fuente de control y potabilización de aguas. La controversia generada actualmente es sobre el uso de este compuesto para el tratamiento y control de la COVID-19. Se ha evidenciado incongruencia con algunos resultados reportados y que su aplicación en pacientes positivos a SARS-CoV-2 o para prevenir COVID-19 puede tener efectos adversos, como un acrecentado número de intoxicaciones y, en otros casos, la muerte. En la presente revisión se detalla, a partir de la evidencia científica reportada, los efectos de este compuesto sobre la salud y la interacción con el virus SARS-CoV-2. / For many years, chlorine dioxide has been used for its main characteristic as a disinfectant, covering various areas of application such as sanitary, food, industrial, etc.The evidence reported to date cites various studies in animal models, from reviews on toxicokinetics to the application or uses of the compound. Its power as a bactericide, virucidal and microbiological eliminator made it a source of water control and purification.The controversy currently generated is about the use of this compound for the treatment and control of COVID-19.There has been evidence of inconsistency with some reported results and that its application in SARS-CoV-2 positive patients or to prevent COVID-19 may have adverse effects, such as an increased number of poisonings and, in other cases, death. In the present review it is detailed, from the scientific evidence reported, the effects of this compound on health and the interaction with SARS-Cov-2 virus.

Se presenta el caso de un paciente de 45 años que inicio con tos no productiva, malestar general y disnea progresiva, confirmándose el diagnostico COVID-19 severo con respuesta favorable al tratamiento. En la evolución clínica presentó lesiones tipo papulovesicular pruriginosas que se resolvieron de forma espontánea en el transcurso de las semanas. / We present the case of a 45-year-old patient who started with non-productive cough, general malaise and progressive dyspnea, confirming the diagnosis of severe COVID-19 with a favorable response to treatment. In the clinical evolution, he presented itchy papulovesicular lesions that resolved spontaneously over the course of the weeks.

Objetivos: Estimar la mortalidad relacionada a hidroxicloroquina y azitromicina en pacientes con COVID-19 en ventilación mecánica de una unidad de cuidados intensivos. Material y métodos: Cohorte analítica retrospectiva. Se incluyeron 105 pacientes con COVID-19 en ventilación mecánica invasiva que ingresaron con el diagnóstico de Insuficiencia Respiratoria Aguda a la unidad de cuidados intensivos del Hospital Cayetano Heredia durante el año 2020. Resultados: La mortalidad global fue 38%; el 79% fueron varones, la edad media fue 50±13 años, el 65% no tuvo comorbilidades; al ingreso la puntuación en la escala APACHE II fue 12±6 puntos y en la escala SOFA 5±3 puntos; el 30% recibió hidroxicloroquina, el 32% azitromicina y 32% la combinación de los mismos. La mortalidad fue significativamente mayor en pacientes que recibieron hidroxicloroquina (p=0.00), azitromicina (p=0.03), y la combinación hidroxicloroquina más azitromicina (p=0.001). Conclusiones: La mortalidad en los pacientes con COVID–19 en ventilación mecánica invasiva fue significadamente mayor en pacientes que recibieron hidroxicloroquina, azitromicina o la combinación de ambos. / Objective: To estimate mortality rates associated with hydroxichloroquine and azithromycin use in Covid-19 patients undergoing mechanical ventilation in an intensive care unit in Lima. Material and methods: This is a retrospective analytical cohort. One hundred and five patients with Covid-19 undergoing invasive mechanical ventilation who were admitted with a diagnosis of acute respiratory insufficiency to the intensive care unit of Cayetano Heredia Hospital in Lima during 2020. Results: The overall mortality rate was 38%. Most patients (79%) were male, their mean age was 50 ± 13 years, two thirds (65%) did not have comorbidities; APACHE II and SOFA scores were 12 ± 6 points and 5 ± 3 points, respectively. Thirty percent of all patients received hydroxichloroquine, 32% received azithromycin, and 32% received both drugs. Mortality was significantly higher in those patients who received hydroxichloroquine (p= 0.001), azithromycin (p= 0.03), and the combination of hydroxichloroquine and azithromycin (p= 0.001). However, when a Cox regression analysis was performed, it was evidenced that deceased patients were more likely to have been exposed to hydroxichloroquine (p= 0.001) (HR: 21, CI: 3.4-131.3), but this was not the case with azithromycin (p= 0.22) (HR: 0.43, CI: 0.11-1.6). Conclusion: Mortality in Covid-19 patients undergoing invasive mechanical ventilation was higher in those who received hydroxichloroquine.

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Festival de Innovación Educativa de la UPC. Ponente: Mg. Eduardo Lobatón / El primer FIE de la UPC es un espacio de docentes para docentes, en donde se compartirán las estrategias innovadoras de aprendizaje que se han venido aplicando en los últimos meses de educación online. Es una oportunidad para intercambiar conocimiento, seguir aprendiendo y atrevernos a innovar como parte del proceso de enseñanza y aprendizaje.