A comparison of destinations’ impacts on hotel rates

The impact of destinations’ attributes on hotel rates in different locations has been insufficiently compared the existing literature. This study sought to apply the hedonic pricing method to measure and compare how room prices are affected by factors that are both external and inherent to hotel companies. After collecting nearly all the data regarding hotel features that consumers can use to make choices about accommodations on the TripAdvisor website, different models were developed for each city and season. The results suggest that hotels in Barcelona are more dependent on external conditions than hotels in Madrid are. In addition, hotels in both cities are more affected by external conditions during the high season. This paper discusses these and other results, as well as their implications

Predicting bankruptcy in resort hotels: a survival analysis

Purpose – This study aims to examine variables influencing resort hotels’ survival in Spain, which had not previously been analysed. In this country, determining whether the reasons resort hotels close are different from other hotels could be imperative to resort hotels’ survival. Design/methodology/approach – The survival analysis used Cox’s semi-parametric proportional hazards regression to determine which variables influence hotel closure and how much each variable increases risk of closure. Findings – Resort hotel closure depends on hotel size, location, executive management and the business cycle. Survival is not affected by hotel type or financial structure. Research limitations/implications – While this methodology is common in business survival analyses, it has seldom been applied to hotels and has never been used to study the survival of resort hotels. Practical implications – Companies need to rethink the location of new hotels. For already-built facilities, good management practices are strategically important for resort hotels’ survival. Originality/value – This paper explores the reasons why resort hotels survive. The study’s selection of variables and methodology and its conclusions are unique

Habilidades de alfabetización digital en estudiantes de postgrado de la Universidad Tecnológica Metropolitana

Due to the increased use of technology in educational contexts, digital literacy has turned into an essential element for students to have a good performance. In postgraduate studies, they are expected to demonstrate these competences, especially in research. The following study aims to explore graduate students at the Universidad Tecnológica Metropolitana’s perception of their digital literacy abilities in the research context. Through a survey based on the Digital Competences for Citizens, the research sought to identify the levels of development of the digital literacy competences of graduate students. The results show that the participants declare to have a general knowledge of the field, especially highlighting the security dimension. Besides, it also reveals areas for improvement, such as the knowledge about copyright and digital identity protection. The findings demonstrate the necessity of implementing mechanisms and strategies for improving the digital literacy in graduate students of the institution

Overexpression of MMPs, cytokines, and RANKL/OPG in temporomandibular joint osteoarthritis and their association with joint pain, mouth opening, and bone degeneration: A preliminary report

Objective This study aimed to determine the expression of distinct matrix metalloproteinases, cytokines, and bone resorptive factors in temporomandibular joint osteoarthritis (TMJ-OA) patients and their association with joint pain, mouth opening, and subchondral bone degeneration. Materials and methods Twelve patients affected with TMJ-OA (n = 5), disk displacement without reduction (DDWoR) (n = 3), or disk displacement with reduction (DDWR) (n = 4) were selected. Joint pain was quantified by using visual analog scale, mouth opening was quantified at the maximum pain-free aperture, and bone degeneration was quantified using joint imaging. Synovial fluid samples were collected and immediately processed for cell and synovial fluid recovering. From cells, the MMP-1, MMP-2, MMP-8, MMP-13, IL-6, IL-23, and TNF-alpha expression was quantified by qPCR. From synovial fluid, the RANKL and OPG levels were quantified by ELISA. Results Higher levels of MMP-1, MMP-8, MMP-13, IL-6, IL-23, TNF-alpha, and RANKL/OPG ratio were detected in TMJ-OA compared with DDWoR and DDWR patients (p < .05). Joint pain significantly correlated with TNF-alpha levels (r = .975,p = .029). Besides, imaging signs of bone degeneration significantly correlated with RANKL/OPG ratio (r = .949,p = .042). Conversely, mouth opening did not correlate with any of the analyzed mediators. Conclusion During TMJ-OA, a pathological response characterized by the overexpression of TNF-alpha and RANKL/OPG could be involved in joint pain and subchondral bone degeneration.FONDECYT grant from the Chilean Governmental Agencia Nacional de Investigación y Desarrollo (ANID) 1181780 Graduate School of the Faculty of Dentistry, Universidad de Chile ANID 2117029

Individual or Group-based Approach to the Assessment of Preschool Children: A Comparison using the INTERGROWTH-21st Neurodevelopment Assessment (INTER-NDA)

Introduction: It is unclear if the assessment of early child development can be carried out using a group approach, as opposed to individually.&#x0D; Objective: To compare scores obtained from children aged 22 to 26 months assessed either in small groups or individually using the INTERGROWTH-21st Neurodevelopment Assessment  (INTER-NDA), which measures cognition, language, motor skills, behavior, attention and socio-emotional reactivity.&#x0D; Methods: A small group based strategy for administering and scoring the INTER-NDA was developed. Thirty-six preschool children attending four Centros de Cuidado y Atención Infantil of the Sistema Nacional para el Desarrollo Integral de la Familia (DIF) of Mexico were assessed in small groups of three children by a teacher specifically trained in the INTER-NDA. A second teacher, unaware of the group results, assessed the children individually on a different day. The sex, age, weight, length and head circumference of the children at the time of assessment were recorded.&#x0D; Results: INTER-NDA domain scores for group and individual assessments were statistically significantly correlated (range r=0.35 to r=1.00) for all domains except receptive language (r=0.25, p=0.14). Bland-Altman analysis showed agreement between group and individual scores for the language, behavior, attention and socio-emotional reactivity domains, and consistency (but not agreement) between group and individual scores for the cognitive and motor domains. None of the differences between group and individual scores examined were statistically significant, even after adjusting for the children’s age, sex, nutritional status and location of the preschool.&#x0D;  &#x0D; Conclusion: INTER-NDA domain specific scores obtained following group and individual assessment of children aged 22 to 26 months are consistent. It is feasible for trained preschool teachers to administer INTER-NDA at both group and individual level.</jats:p

Atención farmacéutica grupal en un hospital de alta complejidad

Tesis (Magíster en Salud Pública)Informe de pasantía Magíster en Salud PúblicaLa Diabetes Mellitus es una enfermedad que va en aumento y es un problema de salud pública importante, además de ser considerada una de las cuatro enfermedades crónicas no transmisibles (ENT) de mayor prioridad en la actualidad. Tanto el número de casos como la prevalencia de diabetes han aumentado progresivamente en los últimos decenios. A escala mundial se calcula que 422 millones de adultos tenían diabetes en 2014, en comparación con 108 millones en 1980. Entre esos años, la prevalencia mundial de la diabetes ha ascendido a casi el doble, desde un 4,7% (1980) al 8,5% (2014), en la población adulta. Entre 2000 y 2016, las tasas de mortalidad prematura (esto es, antes de los 70 años) por diabetes aumentaron en un 5%. En los países de renta alta, esta tasa de mortalidad disminuyó entre 2000 y 2010, pero luego repuntó entre ese año y 2016. En los países de renta baja o medianas, dicha tasa aumentó en ambos períodos. En 2019, esta afección fue la causa directa de 1,5 millones de defunciones y, de todas las muertes por diabetes, un 48% tuvo lugar antes de los 70 años. El porcentaje de las muertes atribuibles a la diabetes que se producen antes de los 70 años es mayor en los países de ingresos bajos y medianos que en los de ingresos altos. Asimismo, es una causa importante de ceguera, insuficiencia renal, infarto de miocardio, accidente cerebrovascular y amputación de los miembros inferiores. En nuestro país los números no son más alentadores, ya que la última Encuesta Nacional de Salud (ENS) del año 2017, estimó que un 12,3% de la población adulta padece Diabetes Mellitus Tipo 2 y supera el 30% en personas mayores de 65 años, lo que equivale a 1,7 millones de personas de nuestro país. Las pocas estrategias de adherencia al tratamiento de la diabetes se traducen en una falta de atención a la enfermedad. Y cuando la diabetes no está atendida, las consecuencias para la salud y el bienestar son graves. La Atención Farmacéutica, entendida como la contribución del Químico Farmacéutico a la atención de las personas para optimizar el uso de medicamentos y mejorar los resultados de salud, ha demostrado que aumenta el control metabólico, a través de mejorar los parámetros clínicos de glicemia y hemoglobina glicosilada, optimiza el uso de medicamentos, disminuye los problemas relacionados con medicamentos y mejoraron la calidad de vida de los pacientes

Procedure for the continuous improvement of human resource management

The hotel sector in the historic center of Havana reveals deficiencies in customer satisfaction regarding human resource. This research is aimed at analyzing the results of the implementation of a continuous improvement of human resource management that allows the enhancement of services quality, assuming the Cuban norm. The main results show that 55% of the items identified with the application of the SERVQUAL model show quality deficit associated with processes of human resource management, such as work competences and work organization. The main dysfunctions identified were unproductive times due to organizational and technical issues and labor fluctuation. Subsequently, hidden costs due to deficiencies were calculated, which amount to a value of 13 249,89 MU/year. To monitor these problems, objectives and indicators are proposed through the Integral Command Table, as well as a plan of corrective and preventive actions.El sector hotelero en el centro histórico de La Habana revela deficiencias de satisfacción del cliente en relación con los recursos humanos. Esta investigación tiene como objetivo analizar los resultados de la implementación de una mejora continua de la gestión de los recursos humanos que permite mejorar la calidad de los servicios, asumiendo la norma cubana. Los principales resultados muestran que el 55% de los ítems identificados con la aplicación del modelo SERVQUAL reflejan un déficit de calidad asociado a los procesos de gestión de recursos humanos, como las competencias laborales y la organización del trabajo. Las principales deficiencias encontradas son los tiempos improductivos debido a problemas técnicos y organizacionales y la fluctuación laboral. Posteriormente, se calcularon los costos ocultos generados por los disfuncionamientos existentes, los cuáles ascienden a un valor de 13 249,89 MU / año. Para monitorear estos problemas, los objetivos e indicadores se proponen a través de la Tabla de Comando Integral, así como un plan de acciones correctivas y preventivas

Digital Literacy Skills in Postgraduate Students at the Universidad Tecnologica Metropolitana

Debido al creciente uso de la tecnología en entornos educativos, la alfabetización digital se ha vuelto un elemento indispensable para que los estudiantes tengan un buen rendimiento. En el postgrado, se espera que esta competencia se demuestre, especialmente, en el ámbito de investigación. El presente estudio tiene como objetivo conocer la percepción de los estudiantes de postgrado en la Universidad Tecnológica Metropolitana, respecto de sus habilidades de alfabetización digital en el contexto investigativo. A través de una encuesta basada en el Marco de Competencias Digitales para la Ciudadanía, se buscó identificar los niveles de desarrollo de las competencias de alfabetización digital de los estudiantes de postgrado. Los resultados muestran que los encuestados declaran poseer conocimientos generales, destacándose especialmente la dimensión de seguridad. Sin embargo, también revelan áreas de mejora, como el conocimiento sobre derechos de autor y la protección de la identidad digital. Los hallazgos demuestran la necesidad de implementar mecanismos y estrategias para fortalecer la alfabetización digital en estudiantes de postgrado de la institución.&nbsp; ARK CAICYT: https://id.caicyt.gov.ar/ark:/s18511740/qkgblks2b &nbsp;Due to the increased use of technology in educational contexts, digital literacy has turned into an essential element for students to have a good performance. In postgraduate studies, they are expected to demonstrate these competences, especially in research. The following study aims to explore graduate students at the Universidad Tecnológica Metropolitana’s perception of their digital literacy abilities in the research context. Through a survey based on the Digital Competences for Citizens, the research sought to identify the levels of development of the digital literacy competences of graduate students. The results show that the participants declare to have a general knowledge of the field, especially highlighting the security dimension. Besides, it also reveals areas for improvement, such as the knowledge about copyright and digital identity protection. The findings demonstrate the necessity of implementing mechanisms and strategies for improving the digital literacy in graduate students of the institution.&nbsp; ARK CAICYT: https://id.caicyt.gov.ar/ark:/s18511740/qkgblks2b &nbsp

Habilidades de alfabetización digital en estudiantes de postgrado de la Universidad Tecnológica Metropolitana.

[127] h. (incluye anexos) : figuras, gráficos, tablas.Se analizan las habilidades de alfabetización digital aplicada a la investigación que poseen los estudiantes de postgrado de la Universidad Tecnológica Metropolitana.Trabajo de título (Bibliotecario Documentalista, grado de Licenciado en Gestión de Información