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Bathtub Concept In Health Sciences A Comment, Nidhi Dwivedi, Sandeep Sachdeva, Anika Sulania

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Bathtub shape has important connotations in public health and the concept could be reflected in two novel ways: (1) engineering (2) epidemiological model. Typical bath-tub curve is a combination of three failure rates, that is, decreasing, constant, and increasing failure rate, and different techniques are utilized to reduce these failures. This brief study highlights the concept of bath-tub, related theory, application, and how data modeling could be undertaken considering bath-tub failure rate.

Evidence-Based Medicine A Non-Starter In India?, Ravindra Bhaskar Ghooi, Shailesh Deshpande

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Introduction:

All patients have a right to the best treatment for the ailment that they suffer from, and the best treatment usually would be evidence based medicine (EBM).

Practice of EBM:

This is formulated considering the physician's personal experience, that of the peers and the patients' expectations. In our country EBM is conspicuous in its absence due to poor maintenance of patients' records, poor access to journals and non-involvement of patients in therapeutic decisions. Physicians in private practice are generally not trained to evaluate external experience, whatever is available. Badly designed diagnostic approach and poor quality of information on which …

Knowledge And Perception Regarding Childhood Pneumonia Among Mothers Of Under-Five Children In Rural Areas Of Udupi Taluk, Karnataka A Cross-Sectional Study, Susan Mary Pradhan, Arathi P. Rao, Sanjay M. Pattanshetty, A. R. Nilima

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Background:

A large number of children die due to pneumonia making it the single largest infectious cause of death more than AIDS, measles, and malaria combined. In India, acute respiratory infection is a major public health problem, especially for the age group of 0–5 years which contributes to 15–30% of deaths falling under this age group and most of these deaths are preventable.

Objective:

To assess the level of knowledge and perception regarding childhood pneumonia among mothers of under-five children.

Materials and Methods:

A cross-sectional study was conducted among 460 mothers of under-five children. Interviewer-administered structured questionnaire was used for …

Medicinal Plants And Related Developments In India A Peep Into 5-Year Plans Of India, Janmejaya Samal

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Medicinal herbs/plants or the herbal drugs refer to the use of plant and plant-based products for the management of common ailments. World Health Organization has defined herbal medicines as finished labeled medicinal product that contains an active ingredient, aerial, or underground parts of the plant or other plant material or combinations. In India, more than 70% of the population uses herbal medicine for their health-related problems. Many of the institutions adopt “reverse pharmacology” approach to study the clinical efficacy of medicinal plants and their pragmatic utility in healthcare. Moreover, the herbal therapeutics constitutes a major share of all the officially …

Fundamental Tenets Of Epidemiology In Ayurveda And Their Contemporary Relevance, Janmejaya Samal

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Background:

Ayurveda, the science of life, is the most ancient medical doctrine of human civilization. Some of the basic principles described in Ayurveda are still the same as today's medical science. Ayurveda does not have a specific text as epidemiology, but the principles described in piecemeal can be compiled, analyzed, and interpreted in the light of modern theories of epidemiology.

Objective:

An initial systematic literature review by the help of internet-based search engines revealed very negligible work in the field of Ayurveda and epidemiology. Hence, an attempt was made to analyze various principles of Ayurveda relevant to epidemiology and interpret …

Introducing Evidence-Based Dentistry To Undergraduates In The Indian Dental Curriculum, Vasanti Lagali-Jirge, Poornima Kadagad, B. S. Sunila, Anjana Bagewadi, Meenaxi Maste, Deepak Mali

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

The importance of evidence in health care teaching in order to orient the practitioners to the great amount of scientific information, and to support clinical decisions, is well established in health care, including density. The practice of evidence-based medicine is a process of lifelong, self-directed, problem-based learning which leads to the need for clinically important information about diagnosis, prognosis, therapy and other clinical and health care issues. Nowadays the practice of dentistry is becoming more complex and challenging because of the continually changing dental materials and equipments, an increasingly litigious society, an increase in the emphasis of continuing professional development, …

Disability In The Rural Areas Of Bareilly, India, Syed Esam Mahmood, Arun Singh, Zeashan H. Zaidi

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Background:

Disability is one of the major public health problems in the developing countries. Eighty percent of the disabled reside in rural areas. Disability prevalence studies carried out in rural India are very few. Thus, studying the prevalence of disability in a rural community will be a useful contribution in proper health planning for the disabled.

Objectives:

To determine the prevalence and distribution of disability in terms of age, gender, education, religion, socioeconomic status, and types in a rural community of Bareilly.

Materials and Methods:

A cross-sectional study was conducted in the villages of Bithri Chainpur and Nawabganj Blocks of …

Concept Of Oja Vis -A -Vis Endoplasmic Reticular Function An Approach To Decode The Holistic View, Anagha Vishwas Ranade, Rabinarayan Acharya

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Background:

In Ayurveda,

Oja

, being one of the most distinctive concepts is a factor of prime importance related to vitality.

Ayurveda

depicts the definition, types (Para, Apara); site (Hridaya- Heart, sarvashariravyapi - presence in cellular level), quantity (vindu-in drops), function (bala-vitality) and its derangement etiology etc. of

Oja

. Various researchers based on their own ideas have given its modern parlance with immunity and stem cell etc.

Objective:

To decipher the fundamental concept of

Oja

vis-ΰ-vis endoplasmic reticular function.

Material and Methods:

A critical analysis of information on

Oja

from available Ayurvedic literatureand endoplasmic reticular function form modern Physiology …

A Comparative Study Of Aspiration Followed By, A. Amruta Wali, N. Tajahmed Dongargoan, V. Shashidhar Emmi, S. Yogesh Kulkarni, S. Pradeep Shindhe, Y. Santosh Mudakappagol

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Background:

Classical texts explain the

Agnikarma

in detail for the management and eradication of various ailments with the limitation to understand its application and standardized methodology for each ailment. Ganglions are the most common cystic swellings, especially found in dorsum aspect of wrist which is well known for recurrence. Hence, to avoid the complications of surgery and to reduce the social burden of the patient, an effort is made to establish and modify the

Agnikarma

methodology in ganglion.

Methods:

30 patients fulfilling the inclusion criteria of ganglion were randomly selected and divided into Group 1 and Group 2 comprising of …

Prevalence Of Non-Adherance And Its Associated Factors Of Hypertensive Patients At Jimma University Specialized Hospital In Southwest Ethiopia, Asmamaw Yenesew, Fanta Gashi, Ramanjireddy Tatiparthi

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Background:

Hypertension is an overwhelming disorder worldwide with high morbidity and mortality rates; this may be due to poor adherence. Poor adherence leads to a bad outcome of the disease and increases the more loss of expenditure on resources. Adherence is a methodology of coincidence between the medication advices and patient's medication management behavior; it includes dosing frequency and time of intake. This study mainly focuses on the prevalence of adherence and its factors affecting on hypertensive patients follow-up at Jimma University Specialized Hospital (JUSH).

Methods:

It is a hospital-based cross-sectional survey designed with a sample size of 150 subjects. …

Mandibular Molar With Six Canals Report Of Cases, Sheetal B. Ghivari, Anand C. Patil

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

A mandibular molar with more than four canals is an interesting example of anatomic variations. This case report describes a mandibular first molar with six canals, three canals located in the mesial root and three canals in distal root. The canals were instrumented with rotary system and irrigated with NaOCl (5.25%) and normal saline as the final irrigant. The canals were filled with gutta-percha (Denstply, Maillefer, Switzerland) and AH-plus sealer (Dentsply DeTrey GmbH Konstanz, Germany). This case shows a rare anatomic configuration and points out the importance of search for additional canals.

Application Of Qualitative Research Methods In Heterogeneous Domains Of Public Health An Overview, Saurabh R. Shrivastava, Prateek S. Shrivastava, Jegadeesh Ramasamy

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Scientific research in the area of medicine and public health has resulted in remarkable achievements and major reforms in the health sector and the overall progress of the health care in the last century. Predominantly research methodologies have been categorized into two major areas namely quantitative and qualitative research. Qualitative research is a special form of social enquiry that focuses on the way people interpret and perceive their experiences. Apart from exploring different facets of research, it also provides complementary information to the results of the quantitative research methods. Altogether, qualitative research methodologies can be applied in variable health settings …

Melioration In Teaching An Aptitude Or An Attitude, Seema Hallikerimath, Anil Ankola

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Introduction:

Teaching is a process that facilitates learning by encouraging learners to think, feel, and do. Teaching-learning mechanism plays an important role in institutions in determining the effectiveness (quality) of the output in health care profession and not the efficiency (quantity) alone. The learning process should never cease, as in the present era of information explosion teachers have to keep themselves updated with the newer trends in science and technology. However, with vast technological aids advancement and material science available to us, we still stand in dilemma at times introspecting as to "How refined is our teaching and is our …

Prevalence Of Overweight /Obesity Among Adolescent Girls In Salem District, India, T. Kowsalya, R. Parimalavalli

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Objective:

In India, the proportions of overweight and obese people now co-exist with those who are undernourished. The current study attempted to estimate the prevalence of overweight/obesity among adolescent girls in Salem District, India.

Materials and Methods:

The study was carried out at the Salem block in Salem District from November 2012 to March 2013. Totally 6619 school going adolescents had been included, their anthropometric measures include height (cm), weight (kg), waist (cm) and hip circumference were measured. Body mass index (BMI) and waist-hip ratio (WHR) were calculated. Overweight and obese adolescents were identified based on their BMI. For comparison, …

Gmos And Public Perception: College Students’ Opinions And Knowledge Of Genetic Engineering, Serene M. Cheng

RURALS: Review of Undergraduate Research in Agricultural and Life Sciences

Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) can be developed and implemented to address significant global challenges, including nutrient deficiencies, climate change, and crop disease. However, widespread opposition has prevented the success of GMOs. We believe this opposition is strongly connected to a lack of understanding about genetics in general, which has been reflected by previous studies.

In this study, we considered the relationship between GMO support and genetics knowledge by comparing results from a brief quiz and responses to prompts relating to GMOs. Using a survey of college students, we found that support for GMOs and general knowledge of genetics are positively …

J2) Impact Of Tourism On Corsican’S Religion, Pierre-François Marchiani

International Religious Tourism and Pilgrimage Conferences

In the 60s Corsica underwent a transformation with the rise of tourism and a new influx of population. Since then, the importance of tourism on the island has only increased to reach in 2023, 3 millions visitors, for only 350.000 inhabitants, and 39% of the Corsica’s GDP . The sheer volume of visitors is having a real impact on the Corsican way of life, not only economically but also culturally and perhaps religiously. At least that’s what we’re going to question in this communication.

9 out of 10 Corsicans claiming to be Catholic, quite quickly the Church of Corsica took …

The Role Of Applied Behavior Analysis Therapy In Autism Spectrum Disorder, Tracy A. Hourican

Lynchburg Journal of Medical Science

This paper evaluates the development, core principles, efficacy, and controversies surrounding applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy in treating autism spectrum disorder (ASD), a developmental disorder that affects behavior, social, and communication skills. The diagnosis of ASD continues to rise, highlighting the importance of understanding effective interventions as early as possible, which is critical for improving long-term outcomes. A comprehensive literature review was conducted using the National Library of Medicine’s^® (NLM) database PubMed^®. Filters were applied to include peer-reviewed articles from the past five years, focusing on clinical trials, meta-analyses, and reviews published in behavioral pediatrics and psychology …

Transforming Primary Care: Innovative Post Graduate Pa Training For Real-World Solutions, Kenneth Botelho, James Ali

Lynchburg Journal of Medical Science

The ongoing crisis in primary care demands innovative and scalable strategies to prepare and retain advanced practice providers. This article introduces the Primary Care Practitioner (PCP) Program, a conceptual postgraduate training model designed for certified physician associates/assistants (PAs) who aim to serve in underserved and rural communities. The program integrates advanced clinical training, leadership development, telehealth competencies, VR-enhanced simulation, and evidence-based strategies to promote provider resilience. Rooted in systems-based thinking and real-world applicability, the PCP Program culminates in capstone projects that encourage innovation in care delivery and population health.

Aligned with national frameworks such as the HRSA Primary Care Training …

Surviving The Angry Patient, Brittany N. Mertz

Lynchburg Journal of Medical Science

Urgent care medicine balances clinical efficiency and patient satisfaction. Providers are expected to see 40-60 patients during a 12-hour shift, provide timely and appropriate medical care, document comprehensively, all while maintaining a patient satisfaction score of 70% or higher. Difficult patient encounters are inevitable in a specialty that thrives on patient satisfaction and throughput. Encountering a problematic patient can derail the rest of the day and demands empathy and patience. All of which makes it hard to meet metrics. This article examines how difficult patient encounters contribute to provider burnout, lowers patient satisfaction, and increases the risk of litigation. Additionally, …

The Effects Of E-Cigarettes And Oxidative Stress On Cognitive Function And Adolescent Academics, Alexis A. Kaminsky Jr.

Lynchburg Journal of Medical Science

Electronic cigarettes are the fastest growing method of tobacco consumption in the United States despite an overall decline in smoking rates. Evidence has shown that enticing flavor and trendy marketing campaigns have increased use among younger consumers. Nicotine use is a risk factor among younger individuals for damage to brain development and cognitive impairment, and electronic cigarettes are no exception. This paper attempts to review and clarify previously observed health impacts of electronic cigarette use among younger individuals, as measured by academic grades and scores. A focus on the effect of oxidative stress on the body and the resulting academic …

Idiopathic Transverse Myelitis: A Case Report, Danielle Whitacre

Lynchburg Journal of Medical Science

The objective of this paper is to review a case report for a patient with idiopathic transverse myelitis. This rare disease can easily be forgotten based on the vagueness of symptoms and as the presentation can vary drastically. In this case, a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) test was ordered after a patient presented with a sensory deficit from the level of his chest to his toes that showed a 1.5 centimeter (cm) intramedullary spinal cord lesion at the level of T1. From the imaging, the differential diagnosis included transverse myelitis, a demyelinating lesion, and primary neoplasms such as ependymoma and …

Empowering Interprofessional Collaboration: Peer Teaching In Doctor Of Physical Therapy And Nursing Education, Debra Ann Beazley, Jill Foster, Samantha Elam, Stephen W. Elam

Lynchburg Journal of Medical Science

Purpose: This empirical study examined an interprofessional education (IPE) experience designed to develop communication and collaboration skills among Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) and nursing (NSG) students at a university in Virginia. Method: Second-year DPT students acted as peer educators, teaching patient management and mobility skills to first-year nursing students, with first-year DPT students serving as standardized patients. Result: A mixed-methods analysis of surveys and reflections from 106 participants indicated generally positive perceptions of the activity, which was described as engaging, collaborative, and relevant to future practice. Second-year DPT and nursing students differed significantly in their perceptions of …

The Importance Of Simulation Fidelity To Physician Assistant/Associate Education, Taylor L. Fischer

Lynchburg Journal of Medical Science

Simulation, a tool that has consistently demonstrated its effectiveness, is a cornerstone of medical education. Simulation implies an imitation of reality and includes any activity, exercise, or teaching modality mimicking some aspect of actual patient care. Although much of the work on simulation education has been published by nurses and physicians, Physician Assistant/Associates (PA) have begun to contribute to the literature. Still, the use of simulation in PA training has room for growth. On average, physician assistant/associate (PA) programs spend $29,400 annually on simulation activities, roughly 1.6% of the average PA program’s yearly expenditures, according to the latest PA Program …

Binge Eating Disorder: A Clinical Review, Michell Mcdiffett Mshs, Pa-C

Lynchburg Journal of Medical Science

Binge eating disorder (BED) is the most common eating disorder (ED) in the United States (U.S.) and is characterized by recurrent episodes of eating a larger than normal amount of food in a discrete period of time and includes a sense of loss of control over food intake. BED is often comorbid with serious somatic and psychiatric disorders and is associated with reduced quality of life and excess mortality. Some consider BED a public health concern due to frequent co-occurrence with obesity and worse outcomes in those populations. The diagnosis is often delayed due to shame and underreporting of symptoms …

A Study To Evaluate The Effectiveness Of Structured Counseling Program On Quality Of Life Among Hiv Infected Postnatal Mothers, Sudha Raddi, Ratna Prakash, Shivaraj Dandagi

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Objectives of the study were to evaluate the effectiveness of structured counseling program on quality of life (QoL) and to find out the association between pre test level of QoL and selected demographic variables.

A study was conducted on 80 HIV infected postnatal mothers by using the True experimental Solomon four group research design and data were analyzed in terms of descriptive and inferential statistics.

In conclusion, it was inferred that the structured counseling program was effective on quality of life among HIV infected postnatal mothers and selected variables did not have significant association with QoL

Evaluation Of Submental Approach For Oro-Endotracheal Intubation In Maxillofacial Trauma, Kunal Pravin Kothari, Sanjay S. Rao, Shridar D. Baliga

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Introduction:

In maxillofacial injuries, a choice has often to be made between different ways of intubation when surgical access to fractured nasal bone and simultaneous establishment of occlusion are required. We report our experience with submental intubation in the airway management of complex maxillofacial trauma patients and complication associated with it. The aim is to evaluate the outcome of airway management in patients with complex maxillofacial trauma by submental intubation.

Materials and Methods:

Fifteen cases reporting to the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery of a tertiary care hospital, with multiple facial trauma from September 2011 to September 2013 were …

Diabetes Mellitus And Periodontal Disease, Renuka Metgud, Smita Kore

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Diabetes mellitus, caused by the malfunction of insulin - dependent glucose and lipid metabolism, presents with the classic triad of symptoms: Polydipsia, polyuria, and polyphagia. Complications include retinopathy, nephropathy, neuropathy, and cardiovascular disease. Periodontal diseases are infections affecting the periodontium and resulting in the loss of tooth support. There exists a bidirectional relationship between diabetes and periodontal disease as well as its complications. This article reviews the pathophysiology, the possible mechanisms that increase the severity of periodontal disease in diabetes and the periodontal management of diabetic patients.

An Exploration Of Adventist Nursing Practice In Liberia, Lendeh E. Seboe, Erhuvwukorotu S. Kollie, Boffa L. Kollie Nyumah

Adventist Human-Subject Researchers Association

This study explored nursing practice in Liberia using the integrated global framework for nursing education and practice. A descriptive Qualitative method was used through a group interview and purposive sampling technique for participant selection. FGD utilized for data collection and theoretical sampling for data saturation. Findings highlighted for improvement at the researched hospital and other SDA health care settings.

Knowledge And Awareness Of The Link Between Periodontitis And Systemic Diseases Among Iraqi Medical Doctors, Hadeel Mohammed Abbood

Maaen Journal for Medical Sciences

Periodontitis has been shown to be a risk factor for systemic diseases, particularly diabetes mellites, and cardiovascular diseases. Hence, the medical practitioners should have sufficient knowledge regarding the link between periodontal disease and different systemic diseases and the adverse effect of periodontal diseases on the outcomes and prognosis of systemic diseases. The aim was to determine the extent of awareness of internal medicine specialists and general medical practitioners regarding the association between periodontal diseases and systemic diseases. Electronic questionnaire were disseminated among Iraqi medical doctors. These questionnaires were composed of general questions about the doctors, awareness of periodontal diseases. And …

Prevalence Of Lifestyle Diseases Among Adult Males And Females In Kihurio Village Tanzania: A Health Assessment., Sozina Stephen Katuli Jr, Nigell Essex, Mathew Masangcay, Godfrey Mhina Kilonzo, Ruth Nyika

Adventist Human-Subject Researchers Association

Adults under the age of 70 in Sub-Saharan Africa face a higher probability of death from non-communicable diseases than adults of the same age in the Established Market Economies. A team from Andrews university in collaboration with the health unit of the Northeast Tanzania Conference (NETC), collaboratively conducted a community needs assessment and on lifestyle diseases in Kihurio village in December 2017 and found that over half of the attendee had hypertension. Focus group discussions with the community also listed hypertension and diabetes as one of the major health problems. This study was a follow up to determine the prevalence …