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Vol. 2 (2022)

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Carlos Oscar Lepez, María Ester Gómez, Irene Amelia Simeoni Sandra Milena Sanchez Castellanos, Alejandra López Sandoval Jorge Enrique Jiménez Rendón, Maribel Garcia Rojas Carlos Alberto Gómez Cano, Verenice Sánchez Castillo Carlos Oscar Lepez, Erika Johanna Quisbert, María Ester Gomez, Irene Amelia Simeoni Rosa María Montano-Silva, Yanelilian Padín-Gámez, Yoneisy Abraham-Millán, Reynier Ruiz-Salazar, Ladisleny Leyva-Samuel, Douglas Crispín-Rodríguez Luis Enrique Jiménez-Franco Alan Cirulli, Abigaíl Godoy Alan Cirulli, Abigaíl Godoy María del Valle Rodriguez David Levinstein Carlos Jesús Canova Barrios, Sabrina Macarena Francisco, Mariana Pilar Hereñú Camilo Silva-Sánchez ,

Published: February 10, 2022

Contents

2022-12-20 Original
Addressing the Social Health of the Elderly Population through the Media in Buenos Aires

Introduction: The sources, modes of production and circulation of information in the journalistic field represent an alienated system, intervened and sifted by multiple processing filters, which make the presence of news relativized and contextualized in the light of the relevance that the interlocutors (consumer society) adopt from that cut of reality provided by the press in its various structural forms of dissemination.
Objective: To gather from journalistic sources available information related to the elderly in the Autonomous City of Buenos Aires.
Methods: The data collection work is applied to the territory corresponding to the Autonomous City of Buenos Aires, through the system of newspaper libraries that keep the journalistic sources: newspapers in force, constituting the data collection tools as a testing system of the available information, whose search criteria required a priori the determination of key words such as: elderly, old age, aging, geriatric, retired, elderly, gerontology, geriatrics, geriatrics, third age, longevity, long-lived, old, senitude and geronte.
Results: We found values of informational presence in the press media that followed the structure of a taxonomy of thematic categories of the publications related to the search criteria according to the selected keywords, where the predominance of the police section was obtained in 20%, in second place the health section and general information with 12% respectively, and in smaller proportion the categories politics, economy, shows, international and supplements in 8% each, and finally the editorial areas of opinion, cities, readers' letters and Argentina reached 4% of available publications.
Conclusions: in the information society, the presence of news and informative material reveals, on the one hand, the ideological positioning of journalistic sources within the reach of the community and, on the other hand, of health professionals who are nourished by them to recognize the reality reported in the mass media, such as the press.

By Carlos Oscar Lepez, María Ester Gómez, Irene Amelia Simeoni

2022-12-20 Original
Rediscovering the original recipe for the “empanada sampedrana”

This paper points out the rediscovery of a traditional preparation such as the empanada sampedrana, a native dish of the municipality of Sogamoso in the department of Boyacá, based on the knowledge of each of the sogamoseños households that prepare it during the festivities of San Pedro at the end of June. Within the exercise, the reason for its origin and the origin of each one of the ingredients that make it up, as well as the festivity that represents it, are evidenced. Due to its complexity when preparing it and the replacement of its ingredients, there has been a limited transmission of its knowledge and a decline in its commercialization, generating a disfigurement of the original recipe, even so, the new dynamics that its preparation acquires with the new generations are shown, but without losing sight of its essence.

By Sandra Milena Sanchez Castellanos, Alejandra López Sandoval

2022-12-20 Original
Positioning of clothing brands in Colombia

The positioning of the brand has prominence today in the marketing world thanks to the corporate benefits that are reflected in the market, in Colombia clothing brands year after year have been growing economically, throwing large sales figures and injecting development in the national economy. The objective of this study is to know how is the positioning of clothing brands in Colombia. It is a descriptive study, from a descriptive review with referential sources on the studies that have been carried out regarding the positioning of clothing brands in the Colombian territory. The results indicate that Arturo Calle is the best positioned brand in the market thanks to its high reputation and consumer preference.

By Jorge Enrique Jiménez Rendón, Maribel Garcia Rojas

2022-10-31 Original
Unveiling the Thematic Landscape of Cultural Studies Through Bibliometric Analysis

Introduction: the sociology of knowledge has been a source of interest for researchers. The implication of bibliometrics as a science for the construction of scientific knowledge in the different branches of knowledge, especially the social sciences, occupies an important center.
Objective: characterize the research published in Scopus referring to cultural studies.
Method: a bibliometric analysis was carried out on the articles referring to cultural studies published in the period 2018 – 2023 in journals subscribed to the Scopus database. The SciVal tool was used to collect the information. Bibliometric indicators were analyzed. Descriptive statistics were applied.
Results: A total of 169434 documents were found in the thematic category Cultural Studies, of which 37.9% were open access, with a trend of increasing scientific production. In the period from 2018 to 2022, researchers worldwide have contributed 3674 topics on Cultural Studies. A marked concentration of these topics was observed in the area of Social Sciences and Psychology, which is to be expected if one takes into account that these are prominent areas due to their relevance in the study of human interaction and social behavior. The most productive countries were the United States, United Kingdom, Russia, Spain and Australia. On the other hand, with respect to collaboration indicators, 70.5% of the papers had no collaboration and only 6.9% of the studies had international collaboration, which is to be expected given that cultural studies are mostly developed in a local or regional context.
Conclusions: scientific production in matters of cultural studies showed gradual growth in correspondence with topics of interest to the scientific community. The focus of the studies was located on high-impact journals in correlation with the behavior of the citations received. At the same time, the collaboration was characterized by its institutional nature.

By Carlos Alberto Gómez Cano, Verenice Sánchez Castillo

2022-12-18 Original
Dimensions of psychosocial care in the teaching profession

Introduction: Working conditions and the nature of work have changed dramatically in recent decades. Current work environments are characterized by an increasing emphasis on knowledge and information-based work.
Aim: To describe the dimensions of psychosocial care in the teaching staff as a result of the tensions and changes in the current scenarios of the educational sector.
Methods: A qualitative phenomenological documentary study was designed to identify categories of analysis related to the dimensions of psychosocial care of people who work as teachers in the Argentine context.
Results: The teaching activity implies important emotional demands that require sustained emotional effort. Academic work requires teachers to interact with a great diversity of actors. Increasing levels of competitiveness with greater demands on the quality of processes and results. Teaching is typified as one of the most stressful occupations due to high cognitive and emotional demands, increasing work overload, conflicting schedules, job instability and difficulties in reconciling academic and family life.
Conclusions: The study of psychosocial risks assumes a vital role in universities, where academic professionals constitute their main strategic asset. A systemic knowledge of the work factors that expose academics to greater psychosocial risk is essential for the development of preventive policies and strategies to reduce work demands and/or increase the resources available to cope with them.

By Carlos Oscar Lepez, Erika Johanna Quisbert, María Ester Gomez, Irene Amelia Simeoni

2022-12-12 Original
Community intervention on oral cancer in high risk patients

Introduction: oropharyngeal cancer mortality ranked tenth among cancers in Cuba in 2020 and 2021.
Objective: to implement a community intervention on oral cancer in high-risk patients aged 35 to 59 years.
Method: a community intervention with quasi-experimental design, before-after type with control group, was carried out in clinics 7, 25 and 27 of the polyclinics of Nueva Gerona, Isla de la Juventud between January and September 2022. A sample of 454 patients was selected, distributed in a control and experimental group for each clinic, formed by the same number of patients at random. Theoretical, empirical and mathematical-statistical methods were used and the variables used were: risk for predicting oral cancer, risk factors, level of knowledge about oral cancer and teaching methods.
Results: the risk of developing oral cancer was high in 69% of the patients between 35-59 years of age in the clinics under study. Before the intervention, a poor level of knowledge predominated, representing 57.7% of the experimental group. After the intervention, 86.8% of the main risk factors initially identified decreased.
Conclusions: the use of new information and communication technologies in promotion and prevention activities contributed to raise the level of knowledge about oral cancer, the main risk factors associated to its appearance and oral self-examination, allowing to transform the modes of action and to evaluate as satisfactory the community intervention implemented in high-risk patients between 35-59 years old.

By Rosa María Montano-Silva, Yanelilian Padín-Gámez, Yoneisy Abraham-Millán, Reynier Ruiz-Salazar, Ladisleny Leyva-Samuel, Douglas Crispín-Rodríguez

2022-11-30 Original
Mapping the structure of knowledge about Community and Home Care

Introduction: Community and Home Care is defined as the first level of care; where the individual, by exposing their problems, finds their first contact with the health system. Provides general medical treatment, as well as prevention and health promotion actions.
Objective: analyze the behavior of research on Community and Home Care published in Scopus.
Method: a bibliometric study was carried out on the topic of Community and Home Care covered in the period 2018-2022. The SciVal tool was used to analyze the scientific production indicators. Descriptive statistics were applied. The Leg Ulcer theme stood out; Wound Healing; Exudate with a total of 665 investigations (5.46%). The articles with national collaboration stood out with 4,479 works (36.8%). The University of Sydney dominated with the highest number of articles with 219 (1.79%). United States was outstanding with 2,797 investigations (22.97%).
Results: A total of 12,172 articles were retrieved. The year 2022 stood out with 2,299 articles (18.88%). The articles located in Q1 stood out with 3,139 articles (25.78%).
Conclusions: scientific production on Community and Home Care showed gradual growth in terms of the number of published articles, characterized by an increasing number of citations. The largest number of investigations were located in high-impact journals, from countries with high production rates. A wide group of topics with the greatest national research impact were covered.

By Luis Enrique Jiménez-Franco

2022-12-11 Reviews
Inclusive Recruitment: Exploring Theories, Legal Aspects, and Trans Talent in the Corporate World

The labor market is accompanied by mechanisms that distinguish and separate certain groups from society, regardless of the capabilities and capacities of individuals. There are a series of social and cultural practices that condition the exclusion of trans people in different areas, particularly in the labor sector. A research with qualitative, exploratory, flexible design methodology was carried out with the objective of identifying the barriers in the hiring process of a trans person in a company of the Autonomous City of Buenos Aires in the period from May to July 2022. After the development of this research, it was described how gender stereotypes typical of the heteropatriarchal system interfere negatively in the labor insertion of trans women. The recent research analyzed highlights the inequalities and exclusions that this group still suffers, both internationally and in the local context. Specifically in Argentina, it is observed that years after the enactment of the Gender Identity Law and the achievements made in recent years in terms of recognition, there is still resistance to change and evident forms of discrimination against this group in terms of labor market insertion.

By Alan Cirulli, Abigaíl Godoy

2022-12-12 Reviews
Gender, transsexuality and labor insertion

Introduction: Transsexuality and employment discrimination have been topics of interest and debate in Argentina. The diversity of gender identities faces stigmatization and social rejection, which negatively impacts employment opportunities and self-esteem of transgender people. This study focuses on analyzing public policies and initiatives to improve the labor market insertion of this group, examining their effectiveness and challenges.
Development: The study highlights the importance of the Gender Identity Law in Argentina, which has been a pioneer in recognizing self-perception of gender identity without medical or judicial requirements. However, despite these inclusive policies, labor discrimination continues to be a reality for many trans people. There is a lack of official data on their employment situation, which hinders the formulation of effective policies. Initiatives such as work cooperatives managed by trans people, which seek to provide alternatives to prostitution, as well as job training programs, are explored. These measures are valuable, but their effective implementation is a challenge.
Conclusions: Employment discrimination remains a significant obstacle for trans people in Argentina, despite policies and programs designed to address this issue. The lack of accurate data makes it difficult to evaluate the effectiveness of these policies. To improve the labor market insertion of transgender people, it is necessary to address not only discrimination in the workplace, but also prejudices rooted in society. Education and awareness-raising are key tools in this process. Continued efforts are required to promote gender equality and respect the diversity of gender identities in the workplace in Argentina. This will not only benefit trans people, but will also enrich society as a whole.

By Alan Cirulli, Abigaíl Godoy

2022-12-05 Reviews
Gender, gender-based violence and training on the Micaela Law

Introduction: Gender-based violence is a pervasive and underestimated issue worldwide, affecting all societal aspects, including universities. While Argentina has made progress in gender rights, universities still struggle with gender-based violence due to enduring patriarchal structures.
Development: Gender violence persists in universities, perpetuating androcentric biases in teaching, leadership, and decision-making. The Micaela Law, passed in 2018, mandates gender training for government officials, including universities, aiming to combat this issue. The National University of Avellaneda and others have initiated gender training programs in response to this law. The Inter-University Network for Gender Equality and Against Violence (RUGE), integrated into the National Inter-University Council (CIN), promotes gender equality within universities through policies, strategies, and protocols.
Conclusions: Implementing the Micaela Law and integrating the gender perspective in universities are essential steps towards fostering inclusive academic environments. This aligns with international obligations and contributes to creating a more egalitarian society.

By María del Valle Rodriguez

2022-12-10 Reviews
Paternity and Legal Abortion: A Comprehensive Analysis of Rights, Responsibilities and Social Impact

Introduction: The abortion debate in society revolves around women's reproductive rights and autonomy, while also considering men's perspectives and societal implications. Women argue for the right to make decisions about their bodies, emphasizing the potential consequences of denying this right, such as forced motherhood and restricted personal and professional development. Men, too, play a role in the debate, with some supporting women's rights and emphasizing the importance of joint decision-making in relationships.
Development: The historical context of abortion is complex, with different societies and time periods featuring varying views and regulations. From ancient civilizations to modern eras, practices and legal approaches to abortion have evolved. In the Middle Ages, the Catholic Church had a significant impact on abortion regulation, while scientific and medical advancements shaped modern debates. Abortion is defined as the deliberate termination of pregnancy before fetal viability, with legal definitions varying worldwide. Understanding these distinctions is essential to address abortion comprehensively. In Argentina, the historic reform of 2020 marked a significant change in abortion legislation, permitting termination of pregnancy up to 14 weeks without justification. The feminist movement played a crucial role in advocating for this reform, leading to a more inclusive and equitable approach. Despite this progress, challenges remain, including ensuring nationwide access and promoting comprehensive sexual education. Responsible fatherhood involves recognizing men's rights and responsibilities in pregnancy and abortion. Men have the right to receive information, be present during pregnancy and childbirth, and establish custody and visitation arrangements. Emotional support, financial contributions, and active participation in decision-making are also essential aspects. Legislation regarding men's involvement in abortion decisions varies, but a balanced, informed dialogue is encouraged.
Conclusions: Argentina's legalization of abortion represents a significant step forward for women's reproductive rights and autonomy. The Law on the Voluntary Interruption of Pregnancy recognizes fundamental rights and guarantees and establishes access to safe and legal abortion services. However, challenges persist in ensuring equal access across the country. Responsible fatherhood involves recognizing men's rights and responsibilities in pregnancy and abortion decisions.

By David Levinstein

2022-12-16 Reviews
Workplace Violence in the Health Sector: Focus on the Argentinean context

Workplace violence is classified according to the focus of analysis: type of aggression (physical, psychological, and sexual) and according to the perpetrator (internal violence, if it is a member of the organization and external when it is a user or his/her companions). The impact on the worker's health is severe; the psychological damage is the first to be registered, with all the progressive symptoms of stress: cognitive disorders - loss of immediate memory, dispersion of attention and concentration, permanent state of alertness, self-reproach, anguish, depression, exhaustion, sensation of unreality, fantasies of annihilation, fragmentation of identity, sleep disorders and conflict with affective relationships and bonds of belonging. The studies analyzed show that the effects of aggression are varied and will depend on the frequency and severity of the episodes and the vulnerability caused by the number of episodes, which cause deterioration in the quality of care, suffering, and illness of those involved, thus affecting not only the personnel involved but also having repercussions on their families and the environment outside the workplace. Therefore, it is essential to investigate and analyze the factors involved in the different situations that arise and thus be able to intervene promptly. Statistics show that violence is more frequent the younger the staff is and more frequent in the case of women. It is also evident that not only age and sex are the factors that have the most significant impact on acts of violence, but other variants, such as nationality, place of work, and position held, influence the moment of being victims of aggression in the work environment.

By Carlos Jesús Canova Barrios, Sabrina Macarena Francisco, Mariana Pilar Hereñú

2022-12-09 Short communications
Humanized Care for people with HIV/AIDS: an unresolved issue

There is a concerning increase in HIV infections worldwide. In Latin America, Chile is one of the countries that has experienced one of the highest surges. This translates to an increasing number of people needing hospitalization for disease management. Humanized care could be a strategy to improve treatment adherence, reduce stress, and promote empathy and compassion among nursing professionals. However, evidence has shown that discriminatory and stigmatizing treatment for this group continues to occur today.

By Camilo Silva-Sánchez

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