Health literacy, a more complex concept than knowledge, is a required capacity to obtain, understand, integrate and act on health information [1], in order to enhance individual and community health, which is defined by different levels, according to the autonomy and personal capacitation in decision making [2]. Medium levels of Health literacy in an adolescent population were found in a study conducted in 2013/2014, being higher in sexual and reproductive health and lower in substance use. It was also noticed that the higher levels of health literacy were in the area adolescents refer to have receipt more health information. The health literacy competence with higher scores was communication skills, and the lower scores were in the capacity to analyze factors that influence health. Higher levels were also found in younger teenagers, but in a higher school level, confirming the importance of health education in these age and development stage. Adolescents seek more information in health professionals and parents, being friends more valued as a source information in older adolescents, which enhance the importance of peer education mainly in older adolescents [3]. As a set of competences based on knowledge, health literacy should be developed through education interventions, encompassing the cultural and social context of individuals, since the society, culture and education system where the individual is inserted can define the way the development and enforcement of the health literacy competences [4]. The valued sources of information should be taken into account, as well as needs of information in some topics referred by adolescents in an efficient health education. Schizophrenia is a serious and chronic mental illness which has a profound effect on the health and well-being related with the well-known nature of psychotic symptoms. The exercise has the potential to improve the life of people with schizophrenia improving physical health and alleviating psychiatric symptoms. However, most people with schizophrenia remains sedentary and lack of access to exercise programs are barriers to achieve health benefits. The aim of this study is to evaluate the effect of exercise on I) the type of intervention in mental health, II) in salivary levels of alpha-amylase and cortisol and serum levels of S100B and BDNF, and on III) the quality of life and selfperception of the physical domain of people with schizophrenia. The sample consisted of 31 females in long-term institutions in the Casa de Saúde Rainha Santa Isabel, with age between 25 and 63, and with diagnosis of schizophrenia according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV-TR). Physical fitness was assessed by the six-minute walk distance test (6MWD). Biological variables were determined by ELISA (Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay). Psychological variables were assessed using SF-36, PSPP-SCV, RSES and SWLS tests. Walking exercise has a positive impact on physical fitness (6MWD -p = 0.001) and physical components of the psychological test...

UI is associated with several risk factors and has a negative impact on QoL. Appropriate investigation regarding the factors associated with the types of UI should be performed to diminish its impact on QoL.

Knowledge of the prevalence and characteristics of pregnant women who experience domestic violence is of paramount importance in planning appropriate strategies for their needs during pregnancy. Results indicate the need for nurses to intervene when warning signs of domestic violence against pregnant women are detected.

rESuMOO decurso da gravidez é determinado pela interação de diversos fatores, pelo que este estudo teve como objetivo conhecer as mudanças nos estilos de vida provocadas pela gravidez e pelo parto em mulheres imigrantes e portuguesas. Estudo de natureza qualitativa, exploratório, que recorreu à entrevista semiestruturada, em oitenta e duas mulheres imigrantes e portuguesas. Foi utilizada a análise de conteúdo com a categorização do verbatim suportada pelo Nvivo 10. O estudo foi autorizado por uma Comissão de Ética. Os resultados apontaram como principais mudanças ocorridas nos estilos de vida, provocadas pela gravidez, as relacionadas com a alimentação, atividade diária, exposição a perigos, sono e repouso, relações sociais e familiares, saídas, cuidado consigo própria, trabalho, vestuário e calça-do, viagens, vigilância de saúde, vivências da sexualidade, e consumos. A principal mudança, após o parto, manifestada por estas mulheres, foi que a sua vida passou a ser gerida em função do bebé. DESCritOrES Gravidez Estilo de vida Mudança Parto ABStrACtPregnancy is a period influenced by the interaction of several factors, therefore this study aimed to identify changes in lifestyles due to pregnancy and childbirth in Portuguese and immigrant women in Portugal. This is a qualitative study, using the semi-structured interview, with eightytwo Portuguese and immigrant women. Content analysis was used, with verbatim classification supported by Nvivo 10. It was authorized by an Ethics Commission. Results revealed that the primary changes in lifestyles due to pregnancy were in eating habits (nutrition), daily activity, exposure to danger, sleep and rest patterns, social and family relationships, going out, selfcare, work, clothing and footwear, travel, health monitoring and sexual activity and substances consumption. The main change after the birth, manifested by these women, was that their lives began to revolve around their baby. DESCriPtOrSPregnancy Lifestyle Change Childbirth rESuMEN El desarrollo del embarazo está determinado por la interacción entre varios factores. En este estudio fueron evaluados los cambios en el estilo de vida causadas por el embarazo y el parto en mujeres inmigrantes y portuguesas. El estudio posee un carácter cualitativo y exploratorio recurrió a entrevistas semiestructuradas, en ochenta y dos mujeres inmigrantes e portuguesas. Se utilizó el análisis de contenido apoyado por el programa QSR Nvivo10El estudio fue aprobado por un Comité de Ética. Los resultados mostraron cómo grandes cambios en los estilos de vida causados por el embarazo, relacionados con la alimentación, la actividad diaria, la exposición a riesgos, el sueño, el descanso, las relaciones sociales y familiares, salidas, cuidar de sí misma, el trabajo, la ropa y el calzado, viajes, vigilancia de la salud, las experiencias de la sexualidad y el consumo. El principal cambio, después de la entrega, que se manifiesta por estas mujeres, era que su vida tiene que ser manejado de acuerdo a la bebé. DESCriPtOrES

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Introduction Infection by the bacterium Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is transmissible and is considered a public health issue which affects people of all ages. The objective of this study was to identify factors (lifestyles, dietary factors, and hygiene conditions) related to the prevalence of H. pylori infection. Methods We carried out an observational cross-sectional study with a community sample of adults from the municipalities of Viseu and Sátão, Portugal. The final sample resulted in 166 adults. The data were collected through a self-administered questionnaire with questions regarding sociodemographic aspects and lifestyles. H. pylori infection was identified using the 13C-urea breath test. Results No association was found between the prevalence of H. pylori infection and the use of tobacco, alcohol, or coffee or dietary factors. The prevalence of H. pylori infection was higher in adults who reported higher consumption of fried food and lower consumption of vegetables and fruit. H. pylori infection was significant for the variables of lower frequency of handwashing before going to the bathroom (p = 0.02) and well water consumption (p = 0.05). Conclusion A significant association was found for H. pylori infection with the lower frequency of handwashing before going to the bathroom and the consumption of well water.

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Sleep and associated individual characteristics should be considered in the diagnosis and intervention process in secondary education.