Acta Medica Port
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Observational Study
Consumption of Alcohol and Drugs in the School Population of Sao Tome and Principe.
In Sao Tome and Principe there are no studies on alcohol and drug use among students, who could be potential allies in preventive interventions. The objectives of the present study are 1) to determine the frequency of alcohol and drug consumption in the school population, and 2) to identify the main characteristics associated with this behaviour. ⋯ It is urgent to implement preventive interventions, namely in the context of public health communication.
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Transgenic (genetically modified) foods are being grown, sold and eaten in Portugal. As such it is important that physicians stay up to date on any negative health consequences of such foods. This study aimed to identify their opinion, knowledge and training needs regarding transgenic foods. ⋯ This is a pioneering study on Portuguese physicians and transgenic foods. Results point to a need for specific training concerning this issue.