Atencion primaria
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To determine changes in the prevalence of dyslipidemias during the pre-COVID-19 and COVID-19 years in three regions of Ecuador. ⋯ During the COVID-19 pandemic, a notable increase in the prevalence of dyslipidemias, including hypercholesterolemia, high triglycerides, and high LDL, was determined across three regions in Ecuador.
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In Chile, suicide is a public health problem. The National Suicide Prevention Program has influenced the stabilization of suicide rates and considers as one of its components the training of primary care professionals in addressing suicidal behavior. It has been shown that the way in which professionals approach the phenomenon has a high influence on the implementation of preventive measures. ⋯ A frequent ambivalence of the participants between these 2elements stands out, which makes it difficult for them to consider a single professional position regarding suicide. The beliefs reflect a relativization of the value of life, and ambivalent beliefs regarding the voluntary end of life, based on value judgments regarding suicide. The results can serve to guide future training for health teams in addressing suicidal behaviors.