Risk Factors and Vulnerable Groups in Respiratory Infections in Panama

Authors

  • Zeina Martínez Fundación Social Educativa y Cultural del Claustro Gómez, Panamá
  • Madelaine De León Fundación Social Educativa y Cultural del Claustro Gómez, Panamá
  • Dayanara Goodner Fundación Social Educativa y Cultural del Claustro Gómez, Panamá
  • Erick Beteta Fundación Social Educativa y Cultural del Claustro Gómez, Panamá

Keywords:

Respiratory infections, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), Risk factors, Vulnerable groups, Panama, Public health

Abstract

Currently, respiratory infections represent a major public health challenge in Panama, affecting people of all ages and with serious consequences, especially certain vulnerable population groups. We focus on analyzing risk factors and vulnerable groups against Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV). Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) can cause a serious infection in some people, including babies 12 months and younger, especially premature babies, and older adults, people with heart and lung disease, or anyone with a weak immune system.

Author Biography

Zeina Martínez, Fundación Social Educativa y Cultural del Claustro Gómez, Panamá

Los autores son profesionales de Ciencias de la Salud quienes estudiaron el Diplomado en Salud Pública y Epidemiología en el Instituto de Altos Estudios de Ciencias de la Salud de la Fundación del Claustro Gómez.

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2026-06-15

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Martínez, Z. ., De León, M. ., Goodner, D. ., & Beteta, E. . (2026). Risk Factors and Vulnerable Groups in Respiratory Infections in Panama. Multidisciplinary &Amp; Health Education Journal, 7(1). Retrieved from http://journalmhe.org/ojs3/index.php/jmhe/article/view/228

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Vol. 7 No. 1 (2025): Multidisciplinary & Health Education Journal (M&HEJ)

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