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An Observational Analytical Study of the Fatigue Index in Young Adult with Reference to Different Mizaj
No full textDOI: 10.5281/zenodo.12743847
Fatigue is one of the most common symptoms in clinical medicine. It is a prominent manifestation of a number of systemic, neurologic, and psychiatric syndromes, although aprecise cause will not be identified in a substantial minority of patients. Fatigue refers to the subjective human experience of physical and mental weariness, sluggishness, low energy, and exhaustion.[1] Fatigue is typically described as extreme and persistent tiredness, weakness, orexhaustion, whether mental, physical, or both. In many cases, fatigue doesn't have a clearphysical cause and can arise as a result of illness or simply from exertion, inadequate rest, or an inadequate diet. Therefore, it's best to think of fatigue as a spectrum, ranging from mild complaints that are frequently seen in the community to severe, disabling fatigue that can have significant social and economic consequences.[2] The concept of Mizaj in the Unani system of medicine is a vast area of research. Mizaj theory finds its roots in the ancient four Humors theory. This medical theory was systematized and developed by the Greek physician Buqrat (Hippocrates, 460-370 BC). He believed that the body, and diagnosis caused certain human moods, emotions, and behaviours and line of management of any disease is based upon it. In this cross-sectional descriptive study to assess the Mizaj and fatigue severity, we used Mizaj assessment proforma based on classical literature and fatigue severity scale in apparently healthy individuals of different ages and both genders & this study was carried out in students of Ayurvedic and Unani tibbia College & Hospital, Karol Bagh New Delhi
Norovirus gastroenteritis associated with food served by housewives at home in Bihar, India: A Case-control study
No full textDOI: 10.5281/zenodo.13118792
A retrospective case-control study was undertaken between the 17th and 24th of 2022, with participants including patients (housewives) admitted to the hospital. All the patients in hospital are from local region and are housewives. The main sources of this Norovirus infection are from the unhygienic kitchen. Unhygienic utensils in the kitchen, inadequate food storage and improper waste disposal were identified. Investigation showed that womens in kitchen used tap water for cooking but used untreated ground water to wash food ingredients and utensils. Questionnaires were returned from 35 attendees, out of total 46 questionnaires distributed (response rate 76 %).Thirty-Five cases (including 15 confirmed cases) and 45 controls were identified and interviewed (Control cases are of same age and sex of confirmed cases). All cases were aged 10–30 years old, are 35 females. We have randomly selected the 45 participants for control group. 15 of the 35 stool specimens were positive for GII Norovirus. Other stool samples tested were negative for bacterial pathogens. To detect the Norovirus, Real-time Reverse Transcription Polymerase Chain Reaction testing was conducted. By prioritizing and consistently implementing robust hand washing and utensil washing protocols, food service establishments can significantly reduce the risk of Norovirus transmission in the kitchen environment. This, combined with other sanitation and hygiene measures, can contribute to a comprehensive strategy for preventing Norovirus outbreaks and ensuring food safety. An improved vaccine development and implementation of interventions is the need for the eradication of Norovirus
Quality of life 5 years after cardiac surgery: Preoperative and Postoperative status
No full textDOI: 10.5281/zenodo.13579591
A prospective cohort research in Maharashtra state, India, assessed changes in quality of life (QoL) following cardiovascular surgery at two major hospitals. Participated in a study about five years earlier, Data were collected from Jan-2018 to Feb-2023. All willing participants aged 45 to 75 years old with a CAD diagnosis, who could speak and read local/English and were scheduled to have CABG surgery, were invited to participate in a patient-reported health-related quality of life (HRQoL) assessment. Among 175 patients enrolled total participants were 150, aged 45 to 75 undergoing scheduled cardiac surgery during the study period. The characteristics of the study population are shown in Table 1. The patient flow through the study is outlined in Figure 1. All responders are male patients, The mean age when responding was 61.2. Health-related characteristics of the participants (N = 150) five years after coronary artery bypass graft surgery stated in table3.
Health-related characteristics of the participants (N = 150) five years after coronary artery bypass graft surgery, the stress, exercise and perceived health status was improved, the reduced counts of patients numbers shown in case of habits i.e. Smoking and Drinking, than the preoperative health status. Our findings indicate that the physical and mental component of QoL improves considerably up to 5 years following surgery. A questionnaire-based study will not identify all concerns experienced by the patients. Therefore, more information might be obtained by further studies using other designs such as qualitative interview techniques
Personalized precision medicine for personalized health care
No full textDOI: 10.5281/zenodo.11195907
Precision medicine is a rapidly evolving field that aims to tailor medical care to individual patients based on their unique genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors. This approach holds immense promise for revolutionizing healthcare by offering more effective treatments, preventing diseases, and improving overall health outcomes.
Personalized precision medicine is an emerging field of medicine that addresses the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases by considering individuals’ genetic and genomic data, clinical data, and environment [1,2]. It represents a paradigm shift in health care and a new reality for the health care system that favors the use of more effective and safer preventive, diagnostic, and therapeutic health interventions and contributes to the sustainability of the health care system. However, the full incorporation of personalized precision medicine and its application in clinical practice raises important training challenges for health care professionals who will need to acquire competencies aimed at performing their professional practice in an optimal, efficient, and quality manner in the Spanish health care system [3,4].
Precision medicine is a fascinating area that leverages advanced technologies, including AI, to tailor healthcare to individual patients. By analyzing a patient's unique genetic profile, medical history, lifestyle, and environmental factors, precision medicine aims to provide targeted and effective treatments. In the context of cardiovascular diseases, precision medicine can help identify individuals who are more susceptible to tobacco smoke-induced platelet activation and cardiovascular events. This personalized approach can enable healthcare providers to develop targeted interventions, such as customized treatment plans, lifestyle modifications, and risk factor management, to reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases
Seroprevalence and molecular detection of Chikungunya virus in serum of outpatients in selected area of Telangana state of India
No full text10.5281/zenodo.10992829
CHIKV (Chikungunya virus) has already been discovered in over 110 countries in Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas. Transmission has been interrupted on islands where a significant part of the population gets sick and then develops immune; yet, transmission routinely continues in countries where large segments of the population have not yet been afflicted.
Of the 29 sampleas, 20 were positive for antibodies against CHIKV, the 09 samples were negative. The positivity averages of IgM and IgG detected against CHIKV were 45% (27 ±29.61 (±109.67%))and 55%( 33 ±36.19 (±109.67%)) respectively. Of the total number of patients involved in this study, 12 (60%) were women and 08 (40%) were men with the mean age of 27.50 years.
myalgia, Joint pain and Abdominal pain were the symptoms most reported by participants of this study. Fever, headaches, and myalgia were observed in all patients.
Public health initiatives, research advancements, and community engagement are crucial in combating Chikungunya and mitigating its negative effects on the population's quality of life.
Keywords: Serology, chikungunya, CHIKV, Elisa, Aedes aegypt
Assessment of household food handling knowledge and practice changes before and after the Covid19 pandemic
No full textDOI: 10.5281/zenodo.11352218
Present study aims Assessment of household food handling knowledge and practice changes before and after the Covid19 pandemic. At Present SARS-CoV-2 has not been shown to be transmitted by food. However, the COVID-19 epidemic has altered household’s perceptions about food and safety. This study evaluated households food safety behaviours before and after the COVID-19 pandemic using cross-sectional survey. In our study, the most significant difference was observed in kitchen and food hygiene in terms of sanitization for infection prevention. The expenditure on the hygiene was increased fivefold. We selected higher levels of observed data to summarize Table 2. Hand hygiene and proper hand washing knowledge in participants before Covid19 was in the category "No knowledge" with 196 (71.27%), but Secure knowledge was 210 (73.36%) after Covid19. The importance of cleaning groceries in participants before Covid19 was Primary 156 (56.72%), while Secure knowledge 167 (56.72%) after Covid19 was noted. Food securities Knowledge in participants before the Covid19 was Primary 93(33.18%) whereas secure knowledge 179(65.09%), Also, before Covid19, primary hygiene when handling cooking utensils was 197 (71.63%), while secure knowledge was 213 (77.45%). As a result, a questionnaire was used to collect information on household expenses, such as knowledge of food security, hand hygiene and proper hand washing, the usage of hand sanitizer, and hygiene when using kitchen utensils before and after the COVID-19 pandemic
Assessing the Prevalence and knowledge of Cardiovascular Risk Factors among highway construction workers
No full textDOI: 10.5281/zenodo.11408880
The aims of our study were to evaluate the prevalence and knowledge of cardiovascular risk factors in workplace and the global risk among workers. Data collected during these examinations included BMI and blood pressure as well as habits like smoking and physical exercise. The body mass index (BMI) of each worker was calculated and classified into four groups: underweight (BMI < 18.5 kg/m2), normal weight (BMI = 18.5-23.5 kg/m2), overweight (BMI 23.5-26 kg/m2), and obese (BMI > 26 kg/m2). The clinic performed the blood sample test to examine the blood glucose (fasting or random) and the total cholesterol level. Participants with hypertension were 279 (45.07%) whereas 340(54.92%) with no any hypertension. Workers with less than a 10th-grade education were more likely to be in the high-risk category, although this difference was not statistically significant. Fasting blood glucose levels were generally normal in 396 (63.97%) participants. Participants 411 (66.39%) moderate in Physical Activity. Triglyceride was generally Normal in 389 (62.22%). The majority of tobacco and alcohol users were 379 (61.22%) and 286 (46.20%), respectively. in this assessment, 596 know Alcohol consumption raises CVD risk, 503 answers NO to Exercise regularly increases CVD risk, 367 pointed Table salt use increases CVD risk, 569 are aware that obesity increases CVD risk, 602 are aware that smoking increases CVD risk, 538 are aware that hypertension increases CVD risk, and 493 Opted NO to vegetable/fruit eating increases CVD risk
A clinico-epidemiological investigation of human Leptospirosis in the Panhala hill area of Maharashtra, focusing on agricultural and dairy farm-A Population Based Case Control Study
No full textDoi: 10.5281/zenodo.11070962
The clinico-epidemiological study, which focused on agricultural and dairy settings in the Panhala hill area of Maharashtra, was a beneficial method to studying the dynamics of human leptospirosis in that particular location. A population-based case-control research can shed light on the disease's risk factors and assist guide focused efforts for prevention and treatment.
In this study, we enroll individuals who have been diagnosed with leptospirosis (cases) and compare them with a control group of individuals without the disease. The study aim to collect data on various clinico-epidemiological factors to determine potential associations and risk factors for leptospirosis in the agricultural and dairy settings of the Panhala hill area. For the age group and gender, a total of 22 confirmed cases of leptospirosis were documented. Of the cases, the age group of 36–56 years accounted for 60% of them, followed by 15–35 years (40.9%) and 56+ years (12.5%). More than 81.81% lived in rural regions, with almost 68.18% working as farmers, followed by animal husbandry (22.72%) and daily wage jobs (9.09%) such as dairy work. In control there were Males 20 and 24 females.
By conducting a clinico-epidemiological investigation in the Panhala hill area, researchers can gain a better understanding of the local dynamics of leptospirosis transmission, identify specific risk factors in agricultural and dairy settings, and develop evidence-based strategies for prevention and control. The findings from such a study can contribute to the overall knowledge and public health response to leptospirosis in the region
Consumption of caffeinated Energy Drinks and their symptoms among undergraduate students from Bengaluru Rural District, India: A cross-sectional study
No full textDOI: 10.5281/zenodo.14043458This study aimed to investigate the consumption of EDs and their symptoms among undergraduate students in two degree colleges in Bangalore, India. The data was collected via an online self-administered questionnaire. It consists of three sections to fulfil the study's objectives. Descriptive statistics were used to represent participants' socioeconomic and demographic information, daily habits, consumption of energy drinks, and side effects. The final sample size is 179, but 350 students from various higher secondary schools were initially enrolled in this study. 51.14% of the 179 undergraduate degree students who participated in this survey responded. Since a 171 undergraduate students expressed no interest in participating in our study. The primary reason why 76.53% of participants in our study drank caffeinated EDs was to refresh their moods. The majority of students (52.51) drank one can per week. For one year, almost the same amount of students take caffeinated EDs. Half of the students used alcohol, while the majority of students (60.33%) smoked. Of all students, 56.98% and 57.54%, respectively, had irregular sleep patterns. The majority of research participants (90.39%) reported experiencing particular symptoms after consuming energy drinks, as Table 3 illustrates. 30.16% experienced acidity, sleep deprivation (20.67%), headache (11.73%), omitting (5.09), elevated heart rate (32.96%), stomach pain (8.37%), and stress (10.61%), whereas 10.61% had no symptoms. The findings of this study suggested that college students' desire to try new things, stress from examinations, and parties are all contributing to the rise of caffeinated EDs in the diet, which is harmful to their health. These issues should be considered when developing regulations to safeguard young people from the health consequences and side effects of energy drinks.
Mental Stress and Sleep quality for frontline healthcare workers exposed to the outbreak of COVID-19
No full text10.5281/zenodo.10986925
During the early stage of the COVID-19 pandemic, anxiety symptoms were reported in 28.8% and depressive symptoms in 16.5% of the general population in China [21].
In the literature review [22-25], no difference was found between the units where the medical personnel were working during the pandemic and their anxiety levels. The current study is considered that the anxiety of medical personnel increased due to having to provide simultaneous treatment and care to both adults and children, who are very different from each other in terms of their characteristics and needs.
A total of 120 health workers participated in this study. Male participants are 50(41.66%) and female participants are 70(78.33%), in which 100(83.33%) were married and 20(16.66%) were Unmarried having the work experience upto 2 years were 40(33.33%) and above 2 years experience were 80(66.66%).Among them having nursing education 62(51.66%) and medical education were 58(48.33%).
The prevalence of occupational stress among CHWs was found Feel tired (43.33%) followed by emotionally exhausted (26.66%) and Feeling weak (30%) stress in the present study. Although these findings were matched on the level of stress, statistics between these two studies differ. However, no evidence of association was observed between occupational stress and other socio-demographic factors such as age, gender, education, job position, and working year. Occupational stress was significantly associated with various stressors such as under Feel tired, emotionally exhausted and Feeling weak