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Este texto presenta una reseña de las ideas que han acompañado el funcionamiento del programa de Licenciatura en Educación Física de la Universidad de Antioquia, que para el año 2018 celebra 50 años, esta editorial es elaborada por uno de los protagonístas y pioneros de este hito histórico, cultural y educativo que como testigo directo puede recordar con aprecio la importancia de este suceso para nuestro campo de conocimiento, la Universidad y el pais.

This text present a review of ideas that accompanied of the program of Degree Physical Education of Universidad de Antioquia which celebrates 50 years old in 2018, this editorial is prepared by one the protagonist and pioneers of this historical, cultural and educational milestone that the direct witness can remember with appreciation the importance of this event for our field of knowledge, the University and the country.

Neste editorial apresenta-se uma resenha sobre as ideias que têm acompanhado o funcionamento do programe Licenciatura em Educação Física da Universidade de Antioquia, que no ano 2018 celebra 50 anos. O texto é redigido por um dos protagonistas e pioneiros desta meta histórica, cultural e educativo, quem, como testemunha direta, pode recordar com aprecio a importância deste acontecimento para nosso campo de conhecimento, a Universidade e o país.

Seroprevalence of varicella zoster virus in Colombo district, Sri Lanka

Objective:To determine the seroprevalence of varicella zoster virus (VZV) antibodies among the population residing in the Colombo district of Sri Lanka.Methods:A cross-sectional population-based study was conducted which included 1 258 participants. Blood samples were collected and questionnaires administered to obtain sociodemographic information and history of varicella and/or herpes zoster. Serum samples were assayed for VZV IgG antibodies using a commercial enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay kit.Results:Overall, the seroprevalence was 54.2% (95% CI = 51.5% 57.0%). Children below 1 year of age were seronegative, and only about 20.0% of children between 1 and 10 years of age were seropositive. Seropositivitiy increased with age and by the age of 40 years 74.3% were seropositive. Among women of childbearing age, the overall seroprevalence was about 62.0% (95% CI = 57.7%-66.1%) but was low 37.0% in the 15-19 age group.ConclusionIn this population, 45.8% lacked natural immunity against varicella. Of women of childbearing age, 39.9% lacked immunity and in the subgroup of women 15-19 years of age, 63.0% women lacked immunity. In light of the country's success with the control and high coverage of other vaccine preventable diseases and that the vaccine is available in the private sector, the inclusion of varicella vaccine in the national immunization program may be considered.

Seroprevalence of varicella zoster virus in Colombo district, Sri Lanka

Objective: To determine the seroprevalence of varicella zoster virus (VZV) antibodies among the population residing in the Colombo district of Sri Lanka. Methods: A cross-sectional population-based study was conducted which included 1 258 participants. Blood samples were collected and questionnaires administered to obtain sociodemographic information and history of varicella and/or herpes zoster. Serum samples were assayed for VZV IgG antibodies using a commercial enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay kit. Results: Overall, the seroprevalence was 54.2% (95% CI = 51.5% 57.0%). Children below 1 year of age were seronegative, and only about 20.0% of children between 1 and 10 years of age were seropositive. Seropositivitiy increased with age and by the age of 40 years 74.3% were seropositive. Among women of childbearing age, the overall seroprevalence was about 62.0% (95% CI = 57.7%-66.1%) but was low 37.0% in the 15-19 age group. Conclusion: In this population, 45.8% lacked natural immunity against varicella. Of women of childbearing age, 39.9% lacked immunity and in the subgroup of women 15-19 years of age, 63.0% women lacked immunity. In light of the country's success with the control and high coverage of other vaccine preventable diseases and that the vaccine is available in the private sector, the inclusion of varicella vaccine in the national immunization program may be considered.

Assessment of the quality of childcare centres in the Colombo Municipal Council area.

Background: There are 2 dimensions of childcare quality: process and structure. The interactions, activities, materials, learning opportunities, health and safety routines refer to process quality. Structural quality includes the group size, adult-child ratio and professional training of staff. No large scale studies are available on the quality of Sri Lankan childcare centres. Objectives: To assess the quality of preschool and day care centres in the Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) area and to evaluate how structural inputs and cost influence the process quality. Design: Descriptive cross-sectional qualitative study Method: Process quality was assessed using the Early Childhood Environmental Rating Scale-Revised. The cost and structural quality was assessed using a self-administered questionnaire. Results: Overall process quality was mediocre, with 25% preschools being of poor quality and 6% being of good quality. Over half the centres did not have appropriate number of staff. Eighty percent of child groups were larger than appropriate. Only 8% of centres were led by a graduate. Of the teachers, 90% had preschool teacher training. Smaller student groups cared for by a higher number of staff had significantly higher process quality. Better quality preschools cost more. Conclusions: The quality of care provided by childcare centres in the 6 Medical Officer of Health areas of CMC area was mediocre.

Seroprevalencia de helicobacter pylori en niños de una población de la frontera colombo-venezolana / Seroprevalance of helicobacter pylori in children in a population of the colombian-venezuelan border

Con el objetivo de conocer la seroprevalencia de la infección por Helicobacter pylori (Hp) en niños de una población de la frontera colombo-venezolana, determinamos en sangre anticuerpos IgG contra Hp. Se incluyeron 98 niños, 51 por ciento del sexo masculino y 49 por ciento del sexo femenino. Encontramos IgG contra Hp en el 47 por ciento contra un 53 por ciento de muestras negativas. No hubo diferencias significativas en cuanto al sexo. La mayor frecuencia se observó en los niños de nueve años. Nuestros resultados demuestran que desde temprana edad existe una alta seroprevalencia de la infección por Hp similar a la reportada en otros países.

Seroprevalencia de helicobacter pylory en niños de una población de la frontera colombo-venezolana / Seroprevalence of helicobacter pylory children in a population of the colombian-venezuelan border

Con el objetivo de conocer la seroprevalencia de la infección por helicobacter pylori (Hp) en niños de una población de la frontera colombo-venezolana, determinanos en sangre anticuerpos IgG contra Hp. Se incluyeron 98 niños, 51 por ciento del sexo masculino y 49 por ciento del sexo femenino. Encontramos IgG contra Hp en el 47 por ciento contra un 53 por ciento de muestras negativas. No hubo diferencias significativas en cuanto al sexo. La mayor frecuencia se observó en los niños de nueve años. Nuestros resultados demuestran que desde temprana edad existe una alta seroprevalencia de la infección por Hp similar a la reportada en otros países en desarrollo.