Regionalization and susceptibility assessment to daily precipitation extremes in mainland Portugal
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DOI: 10.1016/j.apgeog.2017.06.020
Abstract: Abstract The present study aims to identify regions of extreme precipitation in mainland Portugal and to create a single index of extreme precipitation susceptibility (EPSI). For this purpose, twelve extreme precipitation indices were selected from… read more here.
Keywords: mainland portugal; susceptibility; regionalization susceptibility; precipitation ... See more keywords
The number of cancers attributable to tobacco by sex, in mainland Portugal, in 2008
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DOI: 10.1093/eurpub/ckaa165.1416
Abstract: In Portugal, cancer incidence increases annually about 3%. In 2016, cancer was the first cause of premature death, corresponding to 5 296.8 DALYs/100,000 inhabitants. The aim of this study is to estimate the number of… read more here.
Keywords: tobacco; attributable tobacco; mainland portugal; number ... See more keywords
Regional analysis of pediatric admissions with complex chronic conditions in mainland Portugal
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DOI: 10.1093/eurpub/ckaa166.1000
Abstract: The expected rise in the number of children living longer with complex chronic conditions (CCC) and the social relevance of this group prompt the study of the patterns of their inpatient care utilization. We aimed… read more here.
Keywords: chronic conditions; mainland portugal; children ccc; care ... See more keywords
Surveillance of malaria in mainland Portugal in 2016 after the introduction of an electronic system: is it enough?
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DOI: 10.1093/eurpub/ckz204
Abstract: Since 2014, imported cases of malaria have been notified by SINAVE, the Portuguese nationwide electronic surveillance system that replaced paper-based notification. Nevertheless, the disease is still believed to be under-reported. Completeness of notification of malaria… read more here.
Keywords: mainland portugal; system; portugal 2016; surveillance ... See more keywords
Geographical patterns of the incidence and mortality of colorectal cancer in mainland Portugal municipalities (2007–2011)
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DOI: 10.1186/s12885-019-5719-9
Abstract: BackgroundCancer is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in the world. In Portugal, colorectal cancer is one of the most incident cancers; thus, it is crucial to act to fight it. Knowledge of the… read more here.
Keywords: incidence; mainland portugal; colorectal cancer; mortality ... See more keywords