Belgium
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Anthropometric, lifestyle and metabolic determinants of resting heart rate. A population study. (1/1233)
AIM: To clarify the determinants of resting heart rate at the population level in a random sample of the Belgian population. METHODS AND RESULTS: Data of 5027 men and 4150 women aged 25-74 years obtained from a Belgian nationwide survey were analysed. In multivariate analysis, blood pressure strongly correlated with heart rate in men (t = 12.4 for systolic; t = 8.8 for diastolic) and women (t = 12.0 for systolic; t = 7.7 for diastolic). Age (t = -3.4 in men; t = -8.1 in women) and height (t = -3.7 in men; t = -3.1 in women) correlated negatively with heart rate. Smoking raised heart rate in men (1-19 cigarettes.day-1, t = 6.1; > or = 20 cigarettes.day-1, t = 10.3) and women (> or = 20 cigarettes.day-1, t = 3.5). Serum phosphorus correlated negatively with heart rate (t = -3.5 in men; t = -8.3 in women). Serum log alkaline phosphatase (t = 6.7 in men; t = 7.2 in women) and serum protein (t = 5.3 in men; t = 4.4 in women) correlated positively with heart rate. CONCLUSION: At the population level, blood pressure, cigarette smoking, serum alkaline phosphatase and serum protein correlate independently, significantly and positively with heart rate, and age, height and serum phosphorus negatively. (+info)In-vitro activity of antimicrobial agents against Neisseria gonorrhoeae in Brussels. (2/1233)
The minimum inhibitory concentrations (MICs) of 18 antimicrobial agents against 104 strains of Neisseria gonorrhoeae isolated in the Brussels area between January and October 1976 have been measured. The MICs for penicillin G, ampicillin, amoxycillin, carbenicillin, and cephalexin showed a bimodal distribution. The second modus strains of cephalexin (MIC = 6.25 microgram/ml) were relatively resistant to penicillin G (MIC greater than or equal to 0.08 microgram/ml). About 51% of all strains were relatively resistant to penicillin G, 40.5% to ampicillin (MIC greater than or equal to 0.16 microgram/ml), 46% to amoxycillin, and 47.5% to carbenicillin. For cephalexin and cephaloridine, 25% and 8.5% respectively of all strains were relatively resistant (MIC greater than 3.12 microgram/ml). For cefazolin all MICs fell into a range of 0.097--3.12 microgram/ml. Resistance to tetracycline, doxycycline, minocycline, erythromycin, and spiramycin (MIC greater than or equal to 1 microgram/ml) was found in 9.5%, 7%, 6%, 36.5%, and 71% respectively of all isolates. No strains were resistant to rifampicin. For chloramphenicol and thiamphenicol the MICs ranged from 0.39 to 12.5 microgram/ml and from 0.195 to 3.12 microgram/ml respectively. The results for sulphamethoxazole, trimethoprim, and the combination of sulphamethoxazole and trimethoprim in a 20:1 ratio are given and discussed. The fractional inhibitory concentration (FIC) indices have also been calculated. No beta-lactamase-producing strains were found, and a contingency coefficient C has been determined for all the pairs of antibiotics investigated. (+info)Trends in mortality from cutaneous malignant melanoma in Belgium. (3/1233)
BACKGROUND AND METHODS: Changes over time of mortality rates from cutaneous malignant melanoma (CMM) in Belgium were analysed, based on people (n = 3695) aged 25-84 years, who died of CMM from 1954 to 1992. All data were collected from the Belgian National Institute of Statistics. For the log-linear analysis and calculation of the average annual change, only the data from 1973 to 1992 were considered. RESULTS: The age-adjusted mortality rates (per 10(5)) for the age group 25-84 years old increased from 0.5 in 1954 to 3.0 in 1992 in men, and from 0.8 in 1954 to 2.2 in 1992 in women. The average annual percentage change in men (-0.003%) was stable over the period 1973-1982, and increased to 4.4% over the period 1983-1992. In women, the average annual increase was 4.6% over the period 1973-1982, and continued to increase to 6.8% over the period 1983-1992. Log-linear analysis showed that the change in rates for both men and women was mainly due to an age-'drift' effect, contrary to the results of the average annual percentage change in men. CONCLUSION: The risk of dying from CMM increased in men and women continuously over the whole period, irrespective of birth cohort. In both men and women, there was approximately a 20% increase in CMM mortality per 5-year period. (+info)High frequency of BRCA1/2 germline mutations in 42 Belgian families with a small number of symptomatic subjects. (4/1233)
AIM: The initial risk assessments for BRCA1/2 mutation carriers and estimates of carrier frequencies were based on extended pedigrees with a large number of symptomatic subjects. When counselling based on BRCA gene mutation analysis was initiated, we faced requests for counselling mostly from members of small families with only two or three affected members. We report on the likelihood of finding a BRCA mutation in such small families. METHODS: In the first 100 families that came for oncogenetic counselling since September 1994, a BRCA1/2 gene mutation screen was initiated if there were two or more symptomatic first degree relatives, if one of them had ovarian cancer, or if one breast cancer was diagnosed before the age of 50 years. RESULTS: BRCA gene mutations were found and confirmed by sequencing in 14 out of 42 families (33%); 10 mutations were in the BRCA1 gene and four in the BRCA2 gene. Our findings indicate an increased probability of detecting a BRCA gene mutation when ovarian cancer occurred in the family. There is no increased probability of detecting a mutation with increasing numbers of breast cancers. Only 22% of the eligible presymptomatic family members opted for testing. The presymptomatic female carriers currently prefer breast surveillance rather than prophylactic surgery. CONCLUSION: BRCA1/2 gene mutation testing can be done with reasonable efficiency in the Belgian population when there are two symptomatic family members. The availability of testing does not lead to a high frequency of requests for testing by presymptomatic family members. (+info)Plasma homocysteine concentration in a Belgian school-age population. (5/1233)
BACKGROUND: Total plasma homocysteine (tHcy) is an independent risk factor for cardiovascular disease in adults. Data for children and adolescents are lacking. OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to provide a reference range for tHcy and to explore the relation between tHcy and nutritional indexes in a Belgian pediatric population. DESIGN: tHcy, folate, and vitamin B-12 were measured in 647 healthy children (353 girls and 294 boys) aged 5-19 y. RESULTS: The tHcy distribution was, as in adults, skewed to the right [geometric mean (-1 SD, +1 SD): 7.41 micromol/L (5.51, 9.96)]. Concentrations were lowest in younger children and increased with age. After the tHcy distribution was examined according to age, 3 age ranges were distinguished: 5-9 y [6.21 micromol/L (5.14, 7.50)], 10-14 y [7.09 micromol/L (5.69, 8.84)], and 15-19 y [8.84 micromol/L (6.36, 12.29)]. We observed no significant differences in tHcy values between girls and boys in children aged < 15 y; in postpubertal children, however, concentrations were higher in boys than in girls. In the 3 age groups, folate was inversely correlated with tHcy; the negative relation between tHcy and vitamin B-12 was less strong. Familial cardiovascular disease was more frequent in children who had hyperhomocysteinemia. CONCLUSIONS: These observations suggest that in children, as in adults, genetic, nutritional, and endocrine factors are determinants of the metabolism of homocysteine. The significance of tHcy values in childhood and young adulthood in terms of predicting cardiovascular risk in adulthood should be investigated. (+info)Cross-border alliances in health care: international co-operation between health insurers and providers in the Euregio Meuse-Rhine. (6/1233)
On behalf of the European Commission, a Cross-Border Health Care Project was undertaken to explore how citizens living in the Euregio Meuse-Rhine can obtain improved access to health services in the Member States concerned: Belgium, Germany, and The Netherlands. Main attention of the project is focused on practical issues of cross-border health care. The first results have shown that the new cross-border health alliances resulted in improved possibilities for patients to access more health care facilities than before. The creation of health care alliances could also be an example for future collaboration between the countries in Western, Central, and Eastern Europe. This paper also analyses the rights of patients on cross-border care in the Euregion. (+info)AIDS: is health education the answer? (7/1233)
In the absence of a vaccine or effective treatment, prevention of infection with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is presently the only feasible option for the control of AIDS. Most transmission is related to high risk behaviours, and attempts to change these behaviours are key objectives of many AIDS Control Programmes. Health Education, or Information, Education and Communication (IEC) strategies have been developed to achieve these objectives. Yet few evaluations of health education programmes have been carried out, and the intimate relationship between AIDS and other sexually transmitted diseases is often ignored. Behaviour has a multitude of determinants, and consequently no simple approach focusing on one aspect of behaviour can be expected to be successful. Not only does knowledge need to be imparted, but attitudes, beliefs, social- and peer-group norms need to be addressed. The development of IEC programmes is hampered by the specific routes of transmission of the HIV, involving sensitive areas of human behaviour, and by a lack of knowledge about these behaviours. Nevertheless, a number of seemingly successful programmes have been carried out. Active participation of the target groups appears to be a key factor in success. Although health education makes intuitive sense, rigorous documentation and strict evaluation is necessary to provide its justification and to maximize the potential of this strategy. (+info)Amplified-fragment length polymorphism analysis versus macro-restriction fragment analysis for molecular typing of Streptococcus pneumoniae isolates. (8/1233)
Forty-eight pneumococci were genotyped by on-line laser fluorescence amplified-fragment length polymorphism (AFLP) and pulsed-field gel electrophoresis (PFGE) analysis of chromosomal restriction fragments. Overall, the data generated by the two methods corresponded well. However, with AFLP, clusters were delineated at a higher similarity level, and isolate differentiation was more pronounced. AFLP and PFGE were equally efficient for assessing intraserotype diversity. We conclude that AFLP is a useful alternative to PFGE. (+info)I'm sorry for any confusion, but "Belgium" is a country located in Western Europe and not a medical term or condition. It is one of the founding members of the European Union and is known for its rich history, culture, and diverse landscape, which includes coastal plains in the northwest, flat agricultural lands in the central region, and the rolling hills and forests in the southeast. It has a highly industrialized economy, with major industries including engineering and manufacturing, transport, and chemical and pharmaceutical production.
Euthanasia is the act of intentionally ending a person's life to relieve suffering, typically carried out at the request of the person who is suffering and wants to die. This practice is also known as "assisted suicide" or "physician-assisted dying." It is a controversial issue that raises ethical, legal, and medical concerns.
Euthanasia can be classified into two main types: active and passive. Active euthanasia involves taking direct action to end a person's life, such as administering a lethal injection. Passive euthanasia, on the other hand, involves allowing a person to die by withholding or withdrawing medical treatment that is necessary to sustain their life.
Euthanasia is illegal in many countries and jurisdictions, while some have laws that allow it under certain circumstances. In recent years, there has been growing debate about whether euthanasia should be legalized and regulated to ensure that it is carried out in a humane and compassionate manner. Supporters argue that individuals have the right to choose how they die, especially if they are suffering from a terminal illness or chronic pain. Opponents, however, argue that legalizing euthanasia could lead to abuse and coercion, and that there are alternative ways to alleviate suffering, such as palliative care.
I'm sorry for any confusion, but the term "Europe" is a geographical and political designation, rather than a medical one. It refers to the continent located entirely in the Northern Hemisphere and mostly in the Eastern Hemisphere. It is bordered by the Arctic Ocean to the north, the Atlantic Ocean to the west, and the Mediterranean Sea to the south. Europe is made up of approximately 50 countries, depending on how one defines a "country."
If you have any questions related to medical terminology or health-related topics, I'd be happy to help answer them!
Medical tourism is defined as the practice of traveling to another country to receive medical, dental, or surgical care while also taking advantage of vacation activities in that location. This may be due to lower costs, shorter wait times, or access to treatments not available in one's home country. Medical tourists may seek various forms of healthcare, including elective procedures, complex surgeries, and alternative therapies. It is important for individuals considering medical tourism to thoroughly research the quality and credentials of the healthcare providers and facilities they are considering, as well as understand any potential risks and legal implications associated with receiving care abroad.
I'm sorry for any confusion, but "Luxembourg" is not a medical term or concept. It is actually the name of a country located in Western Europe, known officially as the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg. If you have any questions about medical terminology or health-related topics, I would be happy to try and help answer those for you!
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20233
- 19 de Octubre de 2023 Brussels, Belgium Hi! (redhat.com)
- Belgium has observed DST for 78 years between 1916 and 2023 . (timeanddate.com)
- Find great flight deals to Brussels BRU from a wide range of offers and fly, for example, in December 2023 from Algiers ALG to Belgium from 28,557 DZD. (lufthansa.com)
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- In the aftermath of the Battle of Waterloo (just south of Brussels), and after a revolution of their own in 1830 famously triggered by an opera, independent Belgium was secured as a neutral buffer state by international agreement - and furnished with a German king. (telegraph.co.uk)
- Unassuming Brussels is the capital of Belgium, Flanders and Europe. (tripadvisor.co.uk)
- Whether it's a business meeting in Brussels or the best holiday destination in Belgium, a flight booked on lufthansa.com always guarantees you a comfortable and safe journey from Algeria to your desired destination. (lufthansa.com)
- Belgium is home to the capital of the European Union in Brussels. (cnbc.com)
- Channel 2 report says Israel warned Belgium about a terrorist attack at the Zaventem airport in Brussels. (israelnationalnews.com)
- Israel was among those who warned Belgium ahead of the terrorist attack at the Zaventem airport in Brussels, Channel 2 News reported on Wednesday. (israelnationalnews.com)
- Trips to sites and cities in and around Belgium where our campus is located, including the EU Parliament in Brussels and the canals of medieval Bruges. (fhu.edu)
- Most of the industries in Belgium are located in the most populous regions in the northern part of the country particularly in the Flanders and around the city of Brussels . (worldatlas.com)
- One of the regions that has come forward as a key manufacturing zone in Belgium includes the corridor running between Antwerp and Brussels where several industries are located. (worldatlas.com)
Kingdom of Belg1
- Belgium, officially the Kingdom of Belgium, is a country in Northwestern Europe. (wikipedia.org)
Wallonia1
- Walloon Excellence in Life Sciences and Biotechnology (WELBIO), Wallonia, Belgium. (bvsalud.org)
20201
- Data was collected through real, large-scale testing developed at the University of Liège, Belgium , during the period Sept. 28th-Oct. 29th 2020. (bvsalud.org)
Antwerp1
- Petrochemical production plant at the Port of Antwerp, Belgium. (worldatlas.com)
20191
- This brochure provides an overview of 2019 results for Belgium. (eib.org)
Belgique1
- Atlas van de kankermortaliteit in Belgi"e (1969-1976 = Atlas de la mortalité par cancer en Belgique (1969-1976 = Atlas of cancer mortality in Belgium (1969-1976 / R. Ryckeboer, G. Janssens, G. Thiers. (who.int)
Flanders1
- This information on internet performance in Brecht, Flanders, Belgium is updated regularly based on Speedtest ® data from millions of consumer-initiated tests taken every day. (speedtest.net)
Belgian2
- The country as it exists today was established following the 1830 Belgian Revolution, when it seceded from the United Kingdom of the Netherlands, which had incorporated the Southern Netherlands (which comprised most of modern-day Belgium) after the Congress of Vienna in 1815. (wikipedia.org)
- Since WWII, making Belgium attractive to foreign investors has been the cornerstone of successive Belgian governments' foreign and commercial policy. (state.gov)
Search1
- Results of search for 'su:{Belgium. (who.int)
Developed country1
- Belgium is a developed country, with an advanced high-income economy. (wikipedia.org)
Main1
- Belgium is also home to two main linguistic communities: the Flemish Community, which constitutes about 60 percent of the population, and the French Community, which constitutes about 40 percent of the population. (wikipedia.org)
20172
- Presentation by Pieter Colpaert at Open Belgium 2017. (slideshare.net)
- According to the estimates of 2018, Belgium had a nominal GDP of about $512 billion while its GDP based on purchasing power parity in 2017 was about $529.23 billion. (worldatlas.com)
19991
- In 1999, Belgium produced sugar beets of approximately 6.15 MMT, potatoes of 2.7 MMT, and wheat of about 1.3 MMT. (worldatlas.com)
Flemish1
- [read more] BE-FL The Flemish Community of Belgium introduced a comprehensive NQF, the Flemish qualifications framework (FQF), in 2009, with the adoption of the Act on the Qualification Structur. (europa.eu)
Programme1
- We offer a comprehensive programme - in Belgium, in Germany or by distance learning. (goethe.de)
Canals1
- Belgium underwent the first industrial revolution in Europe in the 19thC and so far, it has developed a sophisticated transportation infrastructure which includes highways, railways, canals, and ports which have enabled the country to incorporate its industries with those of its neighbors. (worldatlas.com)
Export1
- Similarly, Belgium imports also raw crops and processes them for export markets. (worldatlas.com)
Centre1
- WHO Collaborating Centre for Public Health Aspects of Musculo-Skeletal Health and Ageing, Liège, Belgium. (bvsalud.org)
Europe4
- Belgium has also been the battleground of European powers, earning the moniker "the Battlefield of Europe", a reputation reinforced in the 20th century by both world wars. (wikipedia.org)
- amid public outcry in Europe, Belgium annexed the territory as a colony. (wikipedia.org)
- Belgium is a major logistical hub and gateway to Europe, a position that helps drives its economic growth. (state.gov)
- As a logistical gateway to Europe, host to major EU institutions, and a central location closely tied to the major European economies, Belgium is an attractive market and location for U.S. investors. (state.gov)
Vaccine1
- Vaccine introduction status in Belgium over time. (who.int)
Restrictions1
- Belgium tightened restrictions this week to stop the spread of the virus, requiring people to work from home four days a week through the middle of December. (cnbc.com)
Industrial Revolution1
- Belgium participated in the Industrial Revolution, and during the course of the 20th century, possessed a number of colonies in Africa. (wikipedia.org)
Industries2
- What Are The Biggest Industries In Belgium? (worldatlas.com)
- Industries in the manufacturing sector in Belgium account for approximately one-third of the country's GDP and play a significant role in the economy. (worldatlas.com)
Countries3
- Belgium is part of an area known as the Low Countries, historically a somewhat larger region than the Benelux group of states, as it also included parts of northern France. (wikipedia.org)
- Belgium is one of the founding countries of the Eurovision Song Contest, participating in the very first competition in 1956. (eurovision.tv)
- Belgium imports most of its semi-finished and raw material goods which are processed and exported as finished goods to different countries around the world. (worldatlas.com)
Years1
- In recent years, Belgium has reversed its fortunes in the Eurovision Song Contest having qualified for the Grand Final on more occasions than not. (eurovision.tv)
Click1
- For more on Belgium, click HERE . (links.org.au)
Health1
- Most employment growth in Belgium will be in health & social care, followed by professional services. (europa.eu)
Global2
- For additional up-to-date information about internet speeds in Belgium as a whole, visit the Speedtest Global Index ™ or read our recent Market Reports for provider information . (speedtest.net)
- Lace from Belgium has had global fame for centuries although currently there has been a decline in the sector which has largely been depending on handwork particularly with the aging population. (worldatlas.com)
German2
System2
- Belgium is a sovereign state and a federal constitutional monarchy with a parliamentary system. (wikipedia.org)
- In addition to this add-on, the eID middleware should also be installed on your computer: download the middleware for your operating system on eid.belgium.be . (mozilla.org)
French4
- For almost two millennia Belgium was fought over and ruled by the Romans, Franks, French, Burgundians, Spanish and Austrians. (telegraph.co.uk)
- BE-FR The French Community of Belgium has developed a qualifications framework for lifelong learning (Cadre francophone des certifications pour l'éducation et la formation tout au long de la vie, CFC). (europa.eu)
- In Belgium , I always thought that the Dutch speakers and French speakers just hated each other. (jta.org)
- FHU students in Belgium live and study in a fully-equipped three-story facility in the town of Verviers in the French-speaking region of the country. (fhu.edu)
Region3
- The name chosen for the new state is derived from the Latin word Belgium, used in Julius Caesar's "Gallic Wars", to describe a nearby region in the period around 55 BCE. (wikipedia.org)
- They lived in a region stretching from Paris to the Rhine, which is much bigger than modern Belgium. (wikipedia.org)
- But he also specifically used the Latin word "Belgium", to refer to a politically dominant part of that region, which is now in northernmost France. (wikipedia.org)
University2
- Decision-based interactive model to determine re-opening conditions of a large university campus in Belgium during the first COVID-19 wave. (bvsalud.org)
- Research Unit in Emergency Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Liège and University Hospital of Liège, Liège, Belgium. (bvsalud.org)
Foreign direct inv1
- Competence over policies that weigh on the attractiveness of Belgium as a destination for foreign direct investment (FDI) lie predominantly with the federal government, which is responsible for developing domestic competition policy, wage setting policies, labor law, and most of the energy and fiscal policies. (state.gov)
Rank2
- How does Belgium rank in Cream Import Volume? (nationmaster.com)
- How does Belgium rank in Alcoholic Drinks HICP? (nationmaster.com)
Credit1
- You can earn a 12-15 credit hours while living and studying in Belgium with FHU. (fhu.edu)
Open2
RESOURCES1
- Arable land is one of Belgium's most important natural resources , however, only a tiny fraction of the population in Belgium engages in agriculture. (worldatlas.com)
Visit1
- For more information about the FHU Abroad program in Belgium, visit the FAQs or contact the FHU Abroad Office at [email protected] . (fhu.edu)