Objective: to analyze sociodemographic variables associated with insufficient physical activity level in Bahian quilombolas. Methods: this was a cross-sectional study with data on sociodemographic characteristics and level of physical activity using a standardized form, administered through interviews with a representative sample of adults living in quilombos in the geographical region of Bahia; crude and adjusted logistic regression was used. Results: 850 participants were included whose average age was 45.0+17.0 years; 61.2% were female; prevalence of physical inactivity was 21.9% (95%CI 19.1; 24.7); insufficient physical activity level among adult quilombolas was higher among the elderly (OR 2.12; 95%CI 1.29; 3.49) and individuals who did not work (OR 1.47; 95%CI 1.01; 2, 14). Conclusion: being elderly and not working is associated with insufficient physical activity in quilombolas.
O objetivo deste artigo é relatar as experiências formativas vivenciadas durante a preparação e o desenvolvimento de inquérito epidemiológico desenvolvido em comunidades quilombolas de região geográfica baiana. O envolvimento de pesquisadores de diferentes profissões, das Ciências Humanas e da Saúde, contribuiu na construção do projeto, seleção e ajuste dos instrumentos, bem como na execução da coleta de dados. Ao longo do processo foi percebido amadurecimento humanístico, profissional e científico dos pesquisadores e acadêmicos colaboradores. Neste sentido, ocorreram e ocorrerão avanços na compreensão do cuidado equânime em saúde, consolidadas através de práticas que respeitam os aspectos históricos e socioculturais dos usuários e comunidades atendidas pelo serviço de saúde.
Erythropoietin is a glycoprotein hormone whose physiologic function is to stimulate the production of red blood cells. This study's aim was to survey Brazilian athletes who have tested positive for erythropoietin (EPO) since 2000. This documentary research, carried out during 2012, is based on two website searches from two national Brazilian magazines. Ten Brazilian athletes tested positive for EPO use between 2003 and 2012; most of them were field and track athletes. The study's limitations are noted.
Doping, used to improve sports performance, is legally prohibited. This paper describes Brazilian regulations, resolutions, and Federal laws addressing the issue of doping and antidoping which were collected in 2012 from official websites. We conclude that Brazilian laws have constrained doping, and have been updated over the years to conform to worldwide legal guidelines. Study limitations are noted.
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