The importance of physical activity in diabetes
Introduction. Obesity is becoming a global urgent issue that is considered a health problem in developed and developing countries. Obesity is a major risk factor for many non-communicable diseases such as cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM2), hypertension, coronary heart disease, or certain types of cancer. Physical activity is c...
By Miloš Purković, Danka Vukašinović, Una Radak
Cellulose nanocrystals induce a dose-dependent effect on cytotoxicity and proliferative activity of human peripheral blood mononuclear cells
Introduction. Cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) as attractive natural materials, have numerous applications in the biomedical field. Their unique biomechanical characteristics, surface chemistry, low cost and sustainable nature make them an engaging alternative to conventional materials and potentiate their use as progressive material. Therefore, it is...
By Miloš Vasiljević, Sergej Tomić, Marina Bekić, Bojan Joksimović, Dragana Vučević, Miodrag Čolić
Expression of matrix metalloproteinase-9 in acquired middle ear cholesteatoma
Introduction. Matrix metalloproteinase-9 (MMP-9) plays one of the key roles in the migration of inflammatory cells and the destructive behavior of acquired middle ear cholesteatoma. The aim of the study was to determine the expression levels of MMP-9 in chronic otitis media, with and without acquired cholesteatoma, as well as to determine the corre...
By Dalibor Vranješ, Slobodan Spremo, Siniša Šolaja
Dietary patterns and onset of obesity among medical students in Banja Luka
Introduction. The World Health Organization (WHO) revealed that in 2016 more than 1.9 billion adults, 18 years and older, were overweight. Over 650 million of them were obese. Diet quality in university students is determined by factors such as family, food availability and meals in student canteens. The purpose of this study was to investigate fre...
By Suzana Savić, Gordana Tešanović, Larisa Gavran, Saša Stanivuković
Correlation between subjective well-being and quality of life in elderly
Introduction. The aim of the study was to examine the correlation between subjective well-being and quality of life of the elderly in relation to their demographic characteristics, health, social and financial status. Methods. The study sample was comprised of 159 subjects of both sexes and of older age. The respondents underwent research in Banja ...
By Nataša Egeljić-Mihailović, Duška Jović, Darija Knežević, Jelena Pavlović
Limberg flap as simplest solution for covering skin defects of different sizes and localizations
Introduction. Whether it is a classic version of the flap or its modification, the Limberg flap is an appropriate solution for covering small and medium-sized defects, as well as for covering largesized defects where certain localizations are concerned. It represents a local, transposition flap that has proven to be a safe option. Methods. The defe...
By Zuhra Memić, Vera Sabljak, Helena Marić-Kujundžić, Bojan Kujundžić, Siniša Kojić, Miroslav Obrenović
Knowledge or ignorance about correct use of inhalers among physicians in Primary Health Care Centers in Serbia
Introduction. In daily use, a large majority of patients make inhalation errors. Primary health care doctors have an important role in preventing improper use of inhalers. The aim of this study is to evaluate the level of knowledge regarding the correct use of inhalers among physicians who work in primary health care centers as well as to evaluate ...
By Marina Fišeković-Kremić
Influence of verbal, auditory and visual incentives on art perception and reception of primary school students
Introduction. Art reception and experiencing is a complex process, containing creative components. The experience of a work of art involves reproduction, in the viewer's consciousness, of the experiences and excitement that the artist himself or herself have undergone in the process of creating the same works of art. When viewing visual images, our...
By Marko Popadić, Siniša Ristić
Importance of documentation in nursing practice
Nursing is an established discipline that helps people in having a productive and healthy life as well as in coping with health problems in the best possible way using established skills. The application of nursing interventions and measures based on the analysis and assessment of patient needs, problems and difficulties observed, and his or her ab...
By Amajla Topuz, Ivana Miljković
Déjà vu phenomenon as symptom of temporal lobe epilepsy in eight-year-old girl: A case report
Introduction. Deja vu (franc. Déjà vu) is a phenomenon experienced by two thirds of all people. However, this phenomenon can follow aura during the temporal lobe epilepsy. It is believed that it originates from hippocampus, which plays a major role in generating epileptic discharges. Some authors emphasize that in these patients d&eac...
By Goran Popović, Ranka Mirković, Dejan Bokonjić, Biljana Milinković, Tatjana Elez-Gavrilović