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Iodine Nutrition Of School Children Residing In Area Of Local Noniodized Salt Production, Kenechukwu C. Onyekwelu, Ikechukwu E. Ezeagu, Sylverter O. Igbedioh

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Background:

In 1993, Nigeria enacted a law making it mandatory for all salt both for human and animal consumption to be fortified with iodine in a bid to eliminate iodine deficiency disorders (IDDs). IDD is a silent threat to the growth and development of the child and also to national development. The aim of this study was to assess the status of iodine nutrition in schoolchildren in areas known for the production of local uniodized salt.

Materials and Methods:

A cross-sectional study was performed in two Local Government Areas of Ebonyi State, Nigeria. Urinary iodine concentration (UIC) was measured in …

A Randomized Control Trial To Assess The Effectiveness Of 0.2% Chlorhexidine Mouth Was Versus 1% Povidone-Iodine Mouthwash On Radiation-Induced Oral Mucositis Patients With Head And Neck Cancer In Tertiary Cancer Hospital, Belagavi, Karnataka, Vanitha U. Bhavanishankar, Deepak G. Bagi, Milka D. Madhale

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Background:

Mucositis persists throughout radiation therapy. As radiation therapy continues mucositis worsens. It contributes to poor nutrition, low quality of life. Even though on one side radiation helps as a treatment, on the other side it has its complications that are making an issue in the developing countries. The aim of the study to assess the effectiveness of 0.2% chlorhexidine mouthwash as compared to 1% povidone-iodine mouthwash on radiation-induced oral mucositis among patients with head and neck cancer.

Materials and Methods:

Simple random sampling technique through lottery method was used to select the sample for study. The experimental group and …

Evaluation Of Salivary Nitric Oxide Levels In Caries-Free Children And Children With Early Childhood Caries An, Harsha Gope Assudani, Shivayogi M. Hugar, Anuradha Patil, Suma H. P. Sogi, Neha S. Dhariwal, Prachi Thakkar

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Background and Objectives:

Early childhood caries (ECC) is one of the most prevalent diseases of childhood. Pediatric dentists must make conscious efforts to prevent this condition for optimal oral health. Normal salivary function is considered critical for the maintenance of a healthy oral cavity. Saliva provides an easily available, noninvasive medium for the diagnosis of wide range of diseases and clinical conditions. The objective of the present study was to estimate and compare salivary nitric oxide (NO) levels in caries-free children and children with ECC.

Methodology:

The children were divided into two groups. Group I comprised thirty caries-free children and …

Role Of, Bhrigu Kumar Das, Basavaraj C. Koti, Pramod C. Gadad

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Objective:

This study aims to evaluate the role of

Lycopersicon

esculentum

in diethylnitrosamine (DEN)-induced and phenobarbital (PB)-promoted hepatocellular carcinoma.

Materials and Methods:

The hepatocarcinogenesis was induced in male Wistar albino rats by DEN (single injection, 200 mg/kg, i.p

.

); 2 weeks later, 0.05% w/v of PB was administered through drinking water for 16 weeks. The treatment group rats received a similar dosage as above along with enzymatic extract of

L.

esculentum

(250 mg/kg body weight p.o.) at 3

rd

week onward. The carcinogenesis was evaluated by estimating biochemical markers such as alanine transaminase (ALT), aspartate transaminase (AST), alkaline phosphatase …

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 …

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 …

Algorithm Of Ancient Ayurveda Method Of Semen Analysis And Integrative Approach Toward Male Infertility, Sreenivasa Prasad Buduru, Giridhar Vedantam

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Ayurveda scientifically described as andrology (

Vajikarana

) incorporates semen morphology in normal and pathological conditions, as 8-fold pathological condition and therapy are based on them. Morphological and physicochemical evaluation methods of semen are useful in better diagnosis of clinical manifestation of underlying etiopathology. Based on the standard publications on andrology, an attempt is made to integrate the clinical and laboratory diagnostics of semen physiology and pathology, which help in understanding the abnormalities in conventional Ayurveda as well as modern medicine to plan appropriate pharmacotherapy. Integrative approach would open up new arena in andrology and widen the scope of therapeutic …

Acute Respiratory Infections In Children Can We Prevent?, Gajanan S. Gaude

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

No abstract provided.

Clinical Profile Of A Case Of Alcoholic Liver Disease - An Ayurvedic Management, Vittal G. Huddar, Mahadev P. Mangane, Shweta Sheshappa Mumbaraddi

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

A 35-year-old male diagnosed with alcoholic liver disease (ALD) presented in outpatient department of Kayachikitsa with the complaints of yellowish discoloration of eyes, skin and dark urine, generalized itching, pale stools. Reduced appetite, nausea and disturbed sleep as alcohol withdrawal symptoms since 1-month. The modalities of treatment adopted were

Nitya virechana

(regular purgatives)

, Dronapushpi (Leucas cephalotes Spring.) Anjana

(medicated collyrium) and

shamanoushadhi

(palliative drugs). The total duration of the treatment including follow-up was 80 days. After the comprehensive Ayurvedic intervention, there was a complete remission of symptoms with normal hematological parameters. Hence presenting this case is an evidence to …

True Umbilical Cord Knot, S. Santhosh Kumar, B. Anandha Priya

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Umbilical cord is the lifeline of the fetus connecting it to the mother. It provides nutrition, oxygen, various trophic factors, and hormones from the mother to the fetus. Knotting of the umbilical cord is relatively a rare occurrence and is of two types. True knot of the umbilical cord is a serious condition which can result in fetal distress and catastrophic neonatal complications. We report a case of true umbilical cord knot, in a 28-year-old second gravida, which was diagnosed after elective cesarean section. The knotting was not found during her routine ante-natal scans. The newborn did not have any …

Association Of Mild Cognitive Impairment With Serum Vitamin D Level In Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, Kulvinder Singh, Veer Bahadur Singh, Babu Lal Meena, Sanjay Beniwal, Subhash Gaur, Vivek Ujwal, Harish Kumar

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Background:

Diabetes is one of the most common diseases around the world and its prevalence is continuously increasing. It is seen that many patients of diabetes with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) have low serum level of Vitamin D. The aim of the study is to identify the correlation between serum levels of 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25(OH)D) and MCI in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. This cross-sectional study was conducted at P.B.M. Hospital, Bikaner, Rajasthan, India.

Method:

In this study, 100 type 2 diabetic patients were enrolled in which 47 were male and 53 were female. For measuring the cognitive impairment …

Diagnostic Outcome Of Bone Marrow Aspiration In A Pediatric Center In Kolkata, India, Arijit Majumdar, Nazir Abdul Wasim, Angshuman Jana, Soumali Biswas, Swagata Bhattacharyya

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Objectives:

To study the spectrum of hematological disorders in children at a tertiary care centre in Kolkata, India.

Settings:

This study was conducted at the department of Paediarics and the department of Pathology of Dr. B. C. Roy PGIPS, Kolkata. The study period was from January 2012 to December, 2014.

Methods:

A retrospective analysis of charts of those patients who underwent bone marrow examination (aspiration) was made. Charts were analyzed in detail regarding history, examination and investigations. All findings were entered on a standard proforma.

Results:

BMA from 200 patients were analyzed. Nutritional anemia contributed highest number of cases among …

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 …

Renal Stone Disease In The Border Regions Of Karnataka, Maharashtra And Goa Role Of Diet, Urinary Ph And Body Mass Index, R. B. Nerli, Shivagouda Patil, M. B. Hiremath, R. A. Patil

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Introduction:

Although surgical treatments remove the offending stone, do little to alter the course of the disease. The incidence of stone disease is on the rise, a thorough understanding of the etiology, epidemiology and pathogenesis of urinary tract stone disease is necessary so as to develop an effective medial prophylactic program. We took up this study to analyze geographical factors, diet, body mass index (BMI) in patients from North West Karnataka, South coastal Maharashtra and Goa.

Materials and Methods:

Patients with renal stones for surgical management at our hospital formed study group. A detailed history of these patients was recorded. …

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, …

Who Millennium Development Goals And Achievements So Far, Gajanan S. Gaude

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

No abstract provided.

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 …

I3) Monastic Botanical Gardens: Medicinal Plants, Cultural Heritage, And Tourist Routes, Dimitrios Mylonopoulos, Polyxeni Moira

International Religious Tourism and Pilgrimage Conferences

From the dawn of humanity, man have sought remedies for various illnesses and health issues in the natural environment. Herbal medicine has been at the forefront of humanity's therapeutic pursuits since the beginning of time. The natural environment, of which humans are a part, constitutes the first laboratory for the production of medicines. Medicinal botany can be traced back to ancient Greece, continues in ancient Rome, is closely linked to Islamic tradition, and persists through the rise of Christianity in monasteries, enduring to the present day.

Today, the use of herbs in monasteries remains alive and well preserved. Monastic botanical …

Targeting Obesity: The Role Of Glp-1 Receptor Agonists In Achieving Sustainable Weight Loss, Brad Vamplew

Lynchburg Journal of Medical Science

This review critically evaluates the effectiveness of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist pharmacotherapy in managing obesity. Obesity is a health epidemic that affects 100 million Americans, and it puts individuals at higher risk for numerous health comorbidities over a lifetime. A comprehensive literature review was completed by utilizing PubMed and its clinical queries function to locate relevant research. The research information was narrowed down with a focus on obesity management and glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists for therapy. Numerous current clinical studies and trials were incorporated into this review. Many clinical trials substantiated the benefits of this pharmacotherapy for the management of …

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 …

Obesity And Its Effect On Work Performance, Erin Lajoie

Lynchburg Journal of Medical Science

This research aims to examine how obesity affects work productivity and performance and how companies can support their employees diagnosed with obesity. Obesity is a growing global health concern that has significant implications for decreased workplace productivity and performance. Obesity is considered a chronic complex disease often associated with hypertension (HTN), type-II diabetes mellitus (T2DM), and heart disease that can lead to overall increases in healthcare costs for employers through increased absenteeism, presenteeism, and decreased efficiency. A systemic literature search was completed using PubMed, Cochrane Library, and Google Scholar, identifying multiple journal articles about obesity and productivity in the workplace …

Intermittent Fasting For Metabolic Syndrome Management, Tony Laborde

Lynchburg Journal of Medical Science

This paper reviews the potential of intermittent fasting as a non-pharmacological therapeutic approach to the treatment of metabolic syndrome (MetS). MetS is a global health problem with risk factors that include obesity, hypertension, hyperglycemia, low high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol, and high triglycerides that predispose to cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. Traditional treatment approaches, including pharmacological agents and lifestyle modification, are typically of short-term benefit. Intermittent fasting, with its scheduled cycles of eating and fasting, presents another strategy for improving weight control, insulin sensitivity, lipid profiles, and blood pressure. Various intermittent fasting regimens, including time-restricted feeding and alternate-day fasting, have …

Isolated Fetal Ascites A Case Report With Review Of Literature, Santosh B. Kurbet, Niranjana S. Mahantshetti, Prashanth Gouda Patil, Mahantesh V. Patil, Dinesh Singh

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Fetal ascites is commonly seen with hydrops fetalis. Historically, fetal ascites has been associated with significant mortality and morbidity. Primary isolated fetal ascites occurs independently as an isolated disease due to numerous congenital abnormalities. Extensive antenatal and postnatal evaluation for the detection of the cause is done in these cases, if found and appropriately treated have shown good results. In conclusion, even a rare case of fetal ascites can be managed successfully.

A Comparative Study To Assess The Knowledge Of Rural And Urban Mothers Of Infants Regarding Weaning In Selected Areas At Belgaum, Abhay D. Pattan, Mangesh J. Jabade, Sangeeta A. Moreshwar

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

A comparative study of assessing the knowledge of mothers of infants regarding weaning in selected rural and urban areas in Belgaum.

Objectives:

The objectives of the study were to assess the knowledge of rural mothers of infants regarding weaning, to assess the knowledge of urban mothers of infants regarding weaning and to compare the knowledge of rural and urban mothers of infants regarding weaning with selected demographic variables.

Materials and Methods:

Simple random sampling technique was used to select the sample for the study. Data was collected by using structured interview schedule. The data was analysed by using descriptive and …

Effect Of Cognitive Rehabilitation For Mild Cognitive Impairment In The Geriatric Population With Early Onset Hypertension Pretest -Posttest Design, Shamim Shaikh, Sanjiv Kumar, Anil Muragod

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Introduction and Background:

Hypertension is common among elderly and the risk of becoming hypertensive is increased considerably with age. It has a direct impact on the cognitive function. Hence it is important to examine whether the cognition related problems correlates with hypertension and is cognitive rehabilitation an effective intervention for the same.

Objective:

To assess and evaluate the cognitive function in early onset hypertensive geriatrics population for mild cognitive Impairment and to study the effect of cognitive rehabilitation for mild cognitive impairment.

Materials and Methods:

84 Participants above 60 years of age with early onset hypertension were screened. The total …

Effectiveness Of Heparin Flush And Normal Saline Flush For The Maintenance Of Patency Of Peripheral Intracath Line Among The Patients Admitted To Medical-Surgical Wards Of Selected Hospital, Honnagouda Patil, Larissa M. Sams

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Background:

Peripheral intracath line is the typical hospital I.V line put in the hand or forearm when patients are admitted to the hospital intravenous catheters represent the most common parenteral for medication administration. Maintenance of the patency of these peripheral intracath lines is important for minimizing patients discomfort and the expense associated with replacement. Keeping this in view a quasi experimental study was undertaken on effectiveness of Heparin flush and Normal Saline flush for the maintenance of patency peripheral intracath line among the patients admitted to medical surgical wards of selected hospital.

Materials and Methods:

An experimental research approach with …

Effect Of Lung Squeeze Technique And Reflex Rolling On Oxygenation In Preterm Neonates With Respiratory Problems A Randomized Controlled Trial, Jaitty Kole, Deepa Metgud

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Background and Purpose:

Respiratory problems like RDS, pneumonia and acute respiratory failure in premature neonates are one of the leading causes of neonatal morbidity and mortality in developing countries. Decreased oxygenation and excess accumulation of secretion is common leading to increase in airway resistance, and complications like atelectasis requiring prolonged ventilatory assistance or oxygen support. Apart from convention chest physiotherapy techniques like percussion and vibration newer techniques like LST and vojta have been used to clear secretions, restore homogenous inflation of the lungs and improve oxygenation. In this study, we compared the effectiveness of CPT, LST and reflex rolling on …

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 …

Transforming Care: An Academic And Community Symposium On Transgender Care And Experience, Alison Sutton-Ryan, Kimberly Van Vulpen

Transforming Communities

Background: Transgender experience is often excluded from education and training. An emphasis has been often placed on sexual identities instead of gender differences rendering transgender care invisible in the healthcare system (Gahagan & Colpitts 2017). Lack of education and training has created significant barriers to accessible gender-affirming care, contributing to disproportionately high levels of discrimination for transgender individuals seeking medical services (Redcay et al., 2021). Purpose: The Interprofessional Education Symposium on Transgender Care and Experience was an innovative initiative developed by the newly formed Transgender Interprofessional Care Team (TICT) at a medium-sized suburban university. This collaborative team, comprising key …

On The Possibility Of Predicting The Approximate Fatty Acid Composition Of Blends Based On The Iodine Number, Adiba M. Serkaeva, Akhror A. Abdurakhimov, Nafisa S. Husanova, Kamar P. Serkaev

CHEMISTRY AND CHEMICAL ENGINEERING

The aim of the study was to conduct research to determine the possibility of predicting the approximate fatty acid composition of blends based on the iodine number. The fatty acid composition was determined by the chromatographic method and the results were subsequently used to identify the composition of blends by determining the iodine number. The iodine number was determined by calculation and titrimetric methods, comparing the differences between the obtained values. The detected deviations in values between the two methods do not exceed 0.4%, which means that it is possible to predict the approximate fatty acid composition of blends based …