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Addressing A Wider Problem: Enhancing Access To Radiographic Imaging Using Point-Of-Care Imaging And Non-Radiographers In Remote And Rural Settings, Samuel Huczmann

South West Clinical School Journal

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Analysis Of Non-Prescription Drug Services Via Telemedicine Using The Lean Six Sigma Method: Case Study In A Company Clinic, Labbaika Nurmadani, Masyitoh Basabih

Journal of Indonesian Health Policy and Administration

The non-compounded prescription drug service via telemedicine became an alternative solution to continue providing pharmaceutical services while simultaneously controlling physical contact in hospitals during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, after its implementation, hospitals still need to improve the effectiveness of this telemedicine service. This study aims to propose improvements to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of non-compounded drug services via telemedicine using the Lean Six Sigma method. This method is used to identify and eliminate all waste in the business process (service) to make efficient use of time and other resources. The study uses both quantitative and qualitative approaches, with data …

Evaluation Of The Water Ambulance Service Program At The Health Crisis And Emergency Center Province Health Office Of Dki Jakarta In 2023, Shella Cahya Eka, Kurnia Sari

Journal of Indonesian Health Policy and Administration

The high demand for ambulance services at the 119 Public Safety Center of the DKI Jakarta Health Office, including in the Administrative District of the Kepulauan Seribu, highlights the importance of providing water ambulances. This study aims to analyze the implementation of the Water Ambulance Service by the DKI Jakarta Health Office using the Context, Input, Process, Product (CIPP) program evaluation approach. Using a qualitative approach, primary and secondary data were collected through observations, in-depth interviews, and document review. The findings show that implementing the Water Ambulance Service aligns with the context, objectives, and targets of the DKI Jakarta Health …

Optimizing The Use Of Online Systems In Health Care Facilities, Wendy Damar Aprilano, Mardiati Nadjib

Journal of Indonesian Health Policy and Administration

The use of web-based information technology or online services can accelerate service delivery. Digitalisation of online health services is one of the growing issues, along with the increasing need for access to health services globally. However, there are things that must be considered in implementing an online health service system so the utilisation can be optimal. This study examines the factors that can support the optimisation of online service systems in health facilities so that innovation can continue to grow and provide benefits in the future. The authors conducted a literature review, with PRISMA guidelines according to the PEO …

Implementation Of Sugar-Sweetened Beverages Excise Policy And Its Implications In Various Countries: Literature Review, Roissiana Khotami, Vetty Yulianty, Ratih Oktarina

Journal of Indonesian Health Policy and Administration

The prevalence of diabetes in the world is projected to continue to increase to 643 million in 2030. Indonesia is ranked 7th with the highest number of diabetes mellitus sufferers and the only one in Southeast Asia with a total of 10.7 million sufferers. Consumption of sweetened drinks is the most dominant factor in the incidence of diabetes mellitus in Indonesia. Indonesia ranks third highest in Southeast Asia in sweetened drink consumption. Excise on sweetened drinks is an effective intervention to reduce consumption of sweetened drinks, but Indonesia has not yet implemented it. This research aims to determine the implementation …

Improving Electronic Health Charting By Nurses In The Intensive Care Unit: An Evidence Informed Change Project, Dayananda Bittenahalli Omkarappa

South West Clinical School Journal

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Mapping Clinical Skills’ Inductions For Allied Health Professions Within An Integrated Care System: A Service Development Project, Sharn Hooper

South West Clinical School Journal

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Establishing A Community Of Practice For Nursing Associates Working In Mental Health, Learning Disabilities And Autism Care, Peter Watt

South West Clinical School Journal

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Artificial Fruit Ripening Agents And Their Impact On Health Of The University Students In Lahore, Muhammad Ahsan, Faraz Ahmad, Faiza Usman, Shamaila Habib, Imran Shahid, Sohail Abbas, Sajida Munir

Journal of Bioresource Management

To evaluate the impact of chemicals used in artificial fruit ripening and to create an approach for raising public awareness of the risks associated with artificial fruit ripening. It was a cross-sectional and observational study, in which data was gathered from 900 university students by convenient sampling technique in Lahore. The duration of research was from May 2021 to Dec 2021. The adverse reactions caused due to different fruits were recorded on a questionnaire. Candidates included in this research were, aged between 18 years to 28 years and healthy, whereas unhealthy were excluded. Out of 900 participants, 247 (27.4 %) …

A Review On Poultry; Semen Storage And Preservation, Zafar Ali Khoso, Nasir Rajput, Imdad Hussain Leghari, Asmatullah Kaka, Tarique Khokhar

Journal of Bioresource Management

For the improvement of genetic resources and their maintenance, new techniques of assisted reproductive technologies have been developed. Cryopreservation of semen, embryo transfer and artificial insemination in mammals are used, while in the avian technique of artificial insemination after semen cryopreservation is proved fruitful. By using this developed technique, the best fertility rate in chicken can be obtained by artificial insemination. In vitro cryopreservation can affect the motility, life of sperm, viability, fertilizing ability. From mammalian sperm cell, the avian sperm cell is different in shape, size having polyunsaturated fatty acid. The use of suitable cryo-protectants and semen extender can …

Sarkopenia Sebagai Faktor Risiko Varises Esofagus Risiko Tinggi Berdasarkan Stratifikasi Child-Pugh Pasien Sirosis Hati, Iwandheny Sepmeitutu, Juferdy Kurniawan, Hasan Maulahela, Ikhwan Rinaldi, Hamzah Shatri, Triyanta Yuli Pramana, Dadang Makmun, Cosmas Rinaldi A Lesmana, Rudy Hidayat, Purwita Wijaya Laksmi, Diana Sunardi

Jurnal Penyakit Dalam Indonesia

Background The high prevalence of sarcopenia in chronic liver disease negatively impacts the quality of life and increases the risk of various complications of cirrhosis, one of which is the development of esophageal varices. The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of sarcopenia in cirrhosis patients based on the severity of liver cirrhosis and to explore the association of sarcopenia with high-risk esophageal varices stratified by Child-Pugh. Methods This observational cross-sectional study involved patients with liver cirrhosis at Cipto Mangunkusumo Hospital between January and September 2023. Sarcopenia was defined as a reduction in muscle mass accompanied by …

Nilai Diagnostik Italian Score Untuk Memprediksi Infeksi Bakteri Extended Spectrum Beta-Lactamase (Esbl) Pada Pasien Sepsis Di Rsup Dr. M. Djamil Padang, Fadrian Fadrian, Armen Ahmad, Khairat Khairat

Jurnal Penyakit Dalam Indonesia

Introduction. Infections caused by Extended-Spectrum Beta-Lactamase (ESBL) bacteria, especially in septic patients, require adequate management. Giving definitive antibiotics according to culture results takes a long time. Therefore, a clinical scoring system is needed to predict ESBL bacterial infection, one of which is the Italian score.

Methods. This research used a cross-sectional design and was conducted in the inpatient room of RSUP Dr. M. Djamil Padang for 6 months. The samples in this study were septic patients who underwent culture examination at RSUP Dr. M. Djamil Padang who met the research inclusion and exclusion criteria. Sampling was carried out …

Brucellosis And Its Diagnostic Techniques In Animals: A Comprehensive Review, Muhammad Mohsen Rahimoon, Amjad Hussain Mirani, Jam Kashif Sahito, Abdul Latif Bhutto, Pervez Ahmed Khoso, Riaz Ahmed Laghari, Asmatullah Kaka, Muhammad Aqeel, Ghulam Rasool Rahimmon

Journal of Bioresource Management

Brucellosis is a highly zoonotic infection found in animals and human, it has a high death ratio and lifetime sterility rate. The rates of intra- and interspecific infections have dramatically increased in recent years as a result of inadequate management and scarce resources particularly in developing nations. In cattle, reduced milk yield and elevated body temperature are the primary indicators, whereas in humans, soaring fever, overall malaise, and arthritis are the hallmarks of late-term abortion. Despite the fact that this diseases in animals and humans found unclear clinically, it will leads towards the hindrance in diagnosing this infectious illness serologically, …

African American Women: Barriers Encountered When Accessing Substance Use Disorder Treatment, Alexis Jones, Lindsay Gietzen, Madhu Sundarrajan

Pacific Journal of Health

This study identifies barriers that African American women encounter while accessing substance use disorder treatment in San Joaquin County and Sacramento County. There is a gap in research identifying barriers that African American women encounter while accessing substance use disorder treatment. The researcher conducted semi-structured interviews with 5 women. Three themes emerged; perceived racial bias, lack of family support, and believing they did not need treatment. It is recommended that healthcare providers provide more treatment options for African American women and cultural competency training for substance use disorder providers.

Use Of The Integrated Practice Assessment Tool (Ipat) To Evaluate The Clinical Learning Environment For Counselors-In-Training, Jessica Lloyd-Hazlett, Stacy Ogbeide, Heather Trepal, Mercedes Ingram, Swathi Weaver

Journal of Human Services Scholarship and Interprofessional Collaboration

The need for behavioral health integration (BHI) in primary care continues to grow to address the behavioral health needs of patients and families. Developing a competent interprofessional workforce to operate in primary care behavioral health settings necessitates BHI-literate clinical learning environments, as well as tools to evaluate and assist in the integration of services appropriate for BHI training and supervision. The Integrated Practice Assessment Tool (IPAT; Waxmonsky et al., 2014) is an instrument that assesses the level of BHI at a primary care clinic. This paper discusses an example of an implementation approach to examine BHI levels with the IPAT …

Covid-19 And Health Equity: Lessons Learned From The Pandemic, Sumaya Ali, Lakell Archer, Erica L. Jensen

Journal of Nonprofit Innovation

Health inequities refer to avoidable, unjust differences in health outcomes caused by systemic disadvantages rooted in social, economic, and environmental contexts (Braveman, 2014). Health disparities refer to differences in health outcomes between groups, often measured by prevalence, morbidity, or mortality (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention [CDC], 2020). Health inequalities are measurable differences in health status that may arise from biological, social, or environmental factors (World Health Organization [WHO], 2019). Health inequities, however, are specifically preventable and unjust differences.

The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted these inequities, intensifying pre-existing structural disparities within healthcare and societal systems. The pandemic underscored the urgency of …

Addressing Adolescent Suicide In South Korea, Alyssa Kang

Journal of Nonprofit Innovation

Suicide is a prevalent issue that widely affects all demographics in South Korea. Among adolescents, it is the leading cause of mortality with an average rate of 7 deaths per 100,000 people. Some of the most significant factors that influence the risk of suicidal ideation and attempts are cultural stigma and academic stress. Other factors, such as bullying and family structure, also increase the likelihood of suicide, while specific characteristics including internet addiction, socioeconomic status, and substance abuse have been found to be predictors of suicide. Adolescent suicide attempts in Korea also increase the individual's risk for future attempts, and …

Emotional Display Rules Of Deaf Culture, Nicholas M. Gala, Lawrence Pick

JADARA

Emotional display rules refer to the expression of culturally prescribed and socially acceptable emotions across different people and situations (Wu & Schulz, 2020). The display rules among hearing adults across several cultures are well defined and depend on the type of emotion, the individuals involved in the exchange, and the situation. Regarding Deaf culture in the United States, this minoritized group may follow unique display rules (Hosie et al., 2000), but there has been almost no research conducted with this population and the existing studies have focused on youth. The present study explores perceived emotional expressions among a sample of …

Doctors’ Day Celebration And Integration Of Homoeopathy With Mainstream Healthcare, Subhash Kaushik

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

National Doctors' Day is observed in India on July 1st to commemorate the birth and death anniversary of Bharat Ratna Awardee, Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy, a distinguished physician, freedom fighter, and former Chief Minister of West Bengal, India . This year’s theme for National Doctors' Day was, "Healing Hands, Caring Hearts," highlights the commitment, compassion, and empathy that doctors bring to their practice, underscoring their vital role in saving and enhancing lives. Practised for over a century in India, Homoeopathy has long been known for its role in enhancing the lives of people, in terms of gentle, holistic healing and …

Homoeopathy In Bipolar Affective Disorder: A Review Of Research Evidence, Deepthi Gilla, K.P. Deepak, Sreeja Kr Nair, K.C. Muraleedharan

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Background: Bipolar affective disorder (BPAD) is an episodic, chronic psychiatric disorder characterized by fluctuations in mood state and energy. It affects more than 1% of the world’s population. BPAD causes cognitive and functional impairment and raised mortality, particularly death by suicide. At present, although alternative therapies are not the first-line treatment of mood disorders, there is emerging evidence showing that such treatments are effective. Objective: The objective of this review is to synthesize existing research evidence and literature to determine the usefulness of homoeopathic medicines in the management of manic and depressive episodes of BPAD. Materials and Methods: Two authors …

Stability Study Of Homoeopathically Potentised Arsenicum Album In Hydrolytic Amber Glass Class Ii And High-Density Polyethylene Terephthalate Over Twelve Months, Marcia Pietroluongo, Thiago Frances Giuimarães, Thais De Barros Fernandes, Ana Paula Dos Santos Matos, Fortune Homsani, Adriana Passos Oliveira, Alessandra Lifsitch Viçosa, Carla Holandino Quaresma

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Background: The Brazilian Homoeopathic Pharmacopoeia (BHP) recommends using glass amber Type I, II, or III as a primary container for storing homoeopathic liquid medicines. Although the glass has advantages, there are some disadvantages, such as fragility, weight, and the presence of silicate particles, which have been described as critical components involved with the generation of silicon microparticles detected in homoeopathic solutions. Objectives: The present study aimed to investigate the stability of hydroalcoholic solutions of Arsenicum album dynamised in two different vials: class II hydrolytic amber glass and amber high-density polyethylene terephthalate (PET). Materials and Methods: Two potencies of the Arsenicum …

A Pragmatic, Open-Label Study To Evaluate The Response Of Homoeopathic Treatment In Vitiligo, Divya Taneja, Renu Mittal, R. Bhuvaneswari, Akshaya Kumar Prusty, P. S. Chakraborty, Bharti Wadhwa, Lipipushpa Debata, Ashish P. Shivadikar, Nidhi Mahajan, Vaishali Shinde, Uttam Singh, Siva Prasad Goli, Renu Bala, Pooja Kumari, Anil Khurana, Raj Kumar Manchanda

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Background: Homoeopathy is commonly used by patients suffering from vitiligo. The treatment response needs to be assessed on standardised scales in pragmatic settings. Objective: The study aimed to evaluate response to homoeopathic treatment in vitiligo severity and quality of life using the vitiligo area scoring index (VASI) score, Vitiligo European Task Force (VETF) score and dermatological life quality index (DLQI) score. Materials and Methods: This study was undertaken in dermatology outpatient departments at 11 research institutes of the Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy. Participants, in the age group 18–60 years, any gender, presenting with at least one vitiligo skin …

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome And Homoeopathic Management: A Case Series, Padmalaya Rath, Priya Gautam, Amiyananda Dev Goswami, Shib Narayan Jana

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Introduction: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a disorder of chronically abnormal ovarian function and hyperandrogenism (abnormally elevated androgen levels). It is manifested by irregular menstrual cycles, polycystic ovaries, acne, excess unwanted hair growth, obesity, etc. PCOS can affect a female’s fertility. The global prevalence of PCOS varies from 5% to 18%, with an average prevalence of 276·4 cases per 100,000 people in Europe. The prevalence of PCOS in India ranges from 3.7 to 22.5% depending on the population studied. Case Summary: This is a case series of five patients suffering from PCOS, assessed on the basis of intermenstrual duration, acne …

Ichthyosis Vulgaris Successfully Treated With Individualised Homoeopathic Medicine Dulcamara 200c – An Evidence-Based Case Report, Lalith Singh, Raja Manoharan, Sukanya Mitra, Rajib Purkait

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Introduction: Ichthyosis vulgaris (IV) is a hereditary condition that often manifests in infancy but can also exist from birth. It is a recalcitrant disorder relapses often and even shows the least response to various therapeutic options. Extensive literature review have revealed a dearth of appropriate evidence-based documentation on treatment of ichthyosis in Homoeopathy. Case Summary: This is a case of IV in a 20-year-old male, manifested as widespread scaling and itching since childhood. Following homoeopathic principles, Dulcamara 200C was prescribed. Outcome related to impact on daily living (ORIDL) scale was used to evaluate the patient-reported outcome measure subjectively, and the …

Research Highlights, Annie Valentina

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Research Highlights

Utility Of Individualised Homoeopathic Medicines In Improving Social Interaction In Childhood Autism: A Prospective, Open-Label, Single Arm Study, Sreeja Kudukayil Radhakrishnan Nair, Deepthi Gilla, Mohan Narvelil Devasia

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Background: Childhood autism is a pervasive developmental disorder. There has been an upsurge in its prevalence in past few decades. The social deficit is the most disabling symptom of autism. There is an immediate need to explore new interventions to effectively address childhood autism. Objective: The objective of the study was to assess the usefulness of individualised homoeopathic medicine in improving social interaction in childhood autism. Materials and Methods: This one-year duration study was conducted in the outpatient department of the National Homoeopathy Research Institute in Mental Health, Kottayam, Kerala. Thirty-five children fulfilling the diagnostic criteria of childhood autism (as …

Book Review On "Homeopathy For Farm And Garden", Hima Bindu Ponnam

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Book review on "Homeopathy for Farm and Garden"

Authentication Of Shallots From Brebes Using Gas Chromatography Fingerprinting Technique Combined With Chemometrics, Yana Setyani Pradina, Adelia Puteri, Gina Fauzia Rachma, Nazwa Balqis, Gerli Puspita Anggraini, Hendri Wasito

Makara Journal of Science

Shallots from Brebes, also called Bima Brebes, have a more pungent aroma compared to other varieties. Its high demand results in increased prices in the market, leading to frequent cases of fraud wherein Bima Brebes shallots are replaced with other types of shallots. This study aimed to develop an analytical method using gas chromatography–flame ionization detector (GC-FID) fingerprinting combined with chemometrics to authenticate Bima Brebes shallots. Essential oils were extracted through ultrasonic hydrodistillation, followed by organoleptic, refractive index, GC-FID fingerprinting and chemometric analysis. The yield value of the five studied shallot varieties ranged from 0.02% to 0.08% w/w. Meanwhile, the …

The "Pros" Of Probiotics: A Review Of Probiotics Place In Therapy, Kelley Maberry, Hanh Nguyen, Connor Quinter, Justine Magalona

Transformative Medicine

As different probiotic supplements become increasingly seen in the market, questions regarding their use for gut health from patients rises as well. Because these supplements do not require FDA approval, their safety and efficacy is often unknown and limited research available poses an even greater challenge for healthcare providers when prompted with questions regarding their use. This article summarizes evidence-based recommendations provided by the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) and the World Gastroenterology Organization (WGO). Of the conditions discussed, supportive evidence on the use of probiotics is mostly seen in the prevention of C. diff associated diarrhea, prevention of antibiotic associated …

Which Endocrine Disorder Does This Ecg Suggest?, Muhammad Mohsin Zafar, Muhammad Asad Hanif

Transformative Medicine

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