Abstract Background The implementation of evidence-based clinical practice guidelines (CPG) can improve patients care.To date, the impact of implementation strategies has not been evaluated in our context.This study is aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a multifaceted tailored intervention targeting clinician education for the implementation of
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Connexins in Cancer, the Possible Role of Connexin46 as a Cancer Stem Cell-Determining Protein
Cancer is a widespread and incurable disease caused by genetic mutations, leading to uncontrolled cell proliferation and metastasis.Connexins (Cx) are transmembrane proteins that facilitate intercellular communication via hemichannels and gap junction channels.Among them, Cx46 Accent Cabinet is found mostly in the eye lens.However, in pathological
Muted Voices: The Underrepresentation of Women in COVID-19 News in Portugal
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Portuguese media seemed to contribute to the symbolic annihilation of women.In spite of the fact that women play leading political roles as the Minister of Health and the Directorate-General of Health, women Gift Card were almost mute in the COVID-19 news that was published in the Portuguese daily national press.In