Introduction: In Mexico, 47.8% of adults have hypertension, while 33.7% maintain adequate control. Obesity and food addiction contribute to the imbalance through neuroendocrine and inflammatory mechanisms. Objective: To ...

Introduction: Breast cancer is the leading cause of death among women in Mexico. Therefore, the validation of an educational tool that guides proper breast self-examination supports early detection. Objective: External ...

Introduction. Type 2 diabetes mellitus is a priority public health problem that requires systematic nursing care; however, variability in the application of the nursing process limits continuity and evaluation of care. ...

Background: The most prevalent chronic degenerative diseases in our country are diabetes, and obesity, combined with a lack of physical activity, tends to increase complications and decrease quality of life. Objective: To ...

Background: The Mexican Social Security Institute (IMSS) has a comprehensive care protocol that outlines a series of steps and time targets to ensure timely treatment. By integrating clinical, biochemical, electrocardiographic, ...

Introduction: The healthcare sector, due to its constant contact with individuals requiring care, is one of the most susceptible sectors to experiencing psychosocial-related illnesses. Over time, it is common for those ...

Background: Approximately 62 million people in the Americas (422 million) suffer from diabetes, the majority living in low- and middle-income countries, and 244,084 deaths (1.5 million worldwide) are directly attributed ...

INTRODUCTION: Diabetic nephropathy is one of the leading causes of chronic kidney disease and the most frequent indication for continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD) and hemodialysis. These treatments differ in ...

Background: Cancer and depression alone currently represent a global public health problem; in the last decade an increase in both diseases has been observed. The incidence of both diseases in a single person can trigger ...

Introduction: Rotator cuff injuries can be acute, traumatic or degenerative, causing a decrease in the ranges of motion, which affects the lifestyle of patients. Various management can be carried out, ranging from conservative ...