78 research outputs found
Qualitative (interview-based and ethnographic) data on health-seeking, health-care and medical pluralism in rural areas of Andhra Pradesh, India
No full textWhat the data is: Qualitative (interview-based and ethnographic) data on health-seeking, health-care and medical pluralism in rural areas of Andhra Pradesh, India.
How and why collected: Collected as phase 1 of a multi-disciplinary, multi-phase proof-of-concept project (TRUMP), whose purpose was to create a pilot model for a mobile phone application for the self-management of chronic illness in rural India. Data collection for this first phase, used in this publication, combined semi-structured interviews with patients, with key informants (including informal medical practitioners who were the subject of this paper), group discussions, fieldwork conversations, and observations. Fieldwork took place from January to June 2014, under the direction of Prof. Peter Phillimore (Newcastle) and Dr G.V.S. Murthy (IIPH Hyderabad), organised and coordinated by Dr Papreen Nahar (Newcastle) working with Drs Kannuri and Mikkilineni (then both IIPH Hyderabad).
Data processing: Data were transcribed and translated from Telugu, and analysed manually to extract themes, such as those which underpin the analysis in this paper
Qualitative (interview-based and ethnographic) data on health-seeking, health-care and medical pluralism in rural areas of Andhra Pradesh, India
No full textWhat the data is: Qualitative (interview-based and ethnographic) data on health-seeking, health-care and medical pluralism in rural areas of Andhra Pradesh, India. How and why collected: Collected as phase 1 of a multi-disciplinary, multi-phase proof-of-concept project (TRUMP), whose purpose was to create a pilot model for a mobile phone application for the self-management of chronic illness in rural India. Data collection for this first phase, used in this publication, combined semi-structured interviews with patients, with key informants (including informal medical practitioners who were the subject of this paper), group discussions, fieldwork conversations, and observations. Fieldwork took place from January to June 2014, under the direction of Prof. Peter Phillimore (Newcastle) and Dr G.V.S. Murthy (IIPH Hyderabad), organised and coordinated by Dr Papreen Nahar (Newcastle) working with Drs Kannuri and Mikkilineni (then both IIPH Hyderabad). Data processing: Data were transcribed and translated from Telugu, and analysed manually to extract themes, such as those which underpin the analysis in this paper
Andrographis producta (Acanthaceae), an endemic species from the Western Ghats: its taxonomy, lectotypification and distribution
No full textThe name Andrographis producta (C.B.Clarke) Gamble (basionym: A. neesiana Wight var. producta
C.B.Clarke) is lectotypified here. As well as a complete description, including the pollen and seed morphology,
the relationships, IUCN conservation status and distribution of this endemic species from the Western Ghats
in India are discussed in detail for the first time
Qualitative (interview-based and ethnographic) data on health-seeking, health-care and medical pluralism in rural areas of Andhra Pradesh, India, with special reference to potential for mHealth applications for self-management of chronic ill-health.
No full textThese data were collected for WP1 of TRUMP (Grant No.EP/J00068X/1).
Collected as phase 1 of a multi-disciplinary, multi-phase proof-of-concept project (TRUMP), whose purpose was to create a pilot model for a mobile phone application for the self-management of chronic illness in rural India. Data collection for this first phase, used in these two publications, combined semi-structured interviews with patients, with key informants - including various kinds of medical practitioner (including Registered Medical Practitioners who are the subject of the paper in Sociology of Health & Illness) and mobile phone sellers, group discussions, fieldwork conversations, and observations. Fieldwork took place from January to June 2014, under the direction of Prof. Peter Phillimore (Newcastle) and Dr G.V.S. Murthy (IIPH Hyderabad), organised and coordinated by Dr Papreen Nahar (Newcastle) working with Drs Kannuri and Mikkilineni (then both IIPH Hyderabad).
Data were transcribed and translated from Telugu, and analysed manually to extract themes, such as those which underpin the analysis in these two paper
Characterization of Intermetallic Precipitates in Ni-Base Alloys by Non-destructive Techniques
No full textNew records of two red seaweeds from Kerala coast, India
No full text1042-1046Present paper reports the occurrence of two red seaweeds i.e. Catenella impudica (Mont.) J. Agardh and Meristotheca papulosa (Mont.) J. Agardh (Order Gigartinales) for the first time from Kerala coast. Therefore, these are new additions to the seaweed flora of Kerala. Detailed taxonomic account of these two taxa have been provided for easy identification
Ultrasonic evaluation of double poured rolls
No full textUltrasonic evaluation of the bonding characteristics in an infinitely chilled double poured rolls is carried out. During manufacturing process there are defects in the form of small holes or inclusions in these rolls. These defects act as points of stress in addition to the service stresses. By grinding, stress redistribution occurs. The shell–core interface is vulnerable to such stresses. Ultrasonic testing can be used to establish the critical points of these stress and hence predict their failure
Resurrection of the genus Haplanthus (Acanthaceae: Andrographinae)
No full textA systematic morphological study of Andrographis (Acanthaceae: Andrographinae) in India has revealed that the genus Haplanthus is distinct from Andrographis. We resurrect the genus Haplanthus here with four species, one of which contains three varieties. Five new combinations are proposed: H. laxiflorus, H. laxiflorus var. parishii, H. laxiflorus var. recedens, H. ovatus, and H. rosulatus. In addition, the following four names are lectotypified here: Gymnostachyum andrographioides, G. ovatum, G. parishii, and Haplanthus tener var. elongatus
Understanding India's urban dengue surveillance: A qualitative policy analysis of Hyderabad district.
No full textDengue's re-emerging epidemiology poses a major global health threat. India contributes significantly to the global communicable disease burden has been declared highly dengue-endemic, exposing public health authorities to severe challenges. Our study aims to provide a deeper understanding of India's urban dengue surveillance policies as well as to explore the organisation, functioning and integration of existing disease control pillars. We conducted a qualitative regional case study, consisting of semi-structured expert interviews and observational data, covering the urban region of Hyderabad in South India. Our findings indicate that Hyderabad's dengue surveillance system predominantly relies on public reporting units, neglecting India's large private health sector. The surveillance system requires further strengthening and additional efforts to efficiently integrate existing governmental initiatives at all geographical levels and administrative boundaries. We concluded with recommendations for improved consistency, accuracy, efficiency and reduction of system fragmentation to enhance the integration of dengue surveillance and improved health information in urban India. Finally, our study underlines India's overall need to increase investment in public health and health infrastructures. That requires coordinated and multi-level action targeting the development of a competent, effective and motivated public health cadre, as well as truly integrated surveillance and epidemic response infrastructure, for dengue and beyond
Telehealth as a Strategy for Health Equity: A Scoping Review of Telehealth in India During and Following the COVID-19 Pandemic for People with Disabilities
No full textIntroduction: Telehealth in India is growing rapidly and represents a strategy to promote affordable, inclusive, timely and safe access to healthcare. Yet there is a risk that telehealth increases inequity due to the digital divide and existing poor health literacy. Methods: A scoping review was conducted to explore use of telehealth in India during and following the COVID-19 pandemic by people with disabilities to inform strategies to increase equity of telehealth for people with disabilities. Of 1966 studies from the initial search in four databases and three specific telehealth journals, 20 sources met the inclusion criteria, limited to a focus on physical disability in India. Results: Findings showed examples of how people with disabilities can exercise increased control in the timing of appointments, convenience of receiving services from home and not having to travel to clinics or hospitals, and platform preference through tools and applications already familiar to them. Carers and families of people with disabilities were described as highly valued stakeholders with important roles in the uptake and effectiveness of telehealth for people with disabilities. The identified benefits of telehealth resulted in high levels of user satisfaction due to increased control and convenience, however, systemic barriers for accessibility remain. Conclusion: This review suggested that if telehealth is not designed intentionally to change the status quo for people with disabilities and prioritize equity, then the benefits may not be sustainable. Recommendations for telehealth India are provided, based on both findings from the literature and analysis of results.Emma George, Sarah Jameel, Stacie Attrill, Shailaja Tetali, Erin Watson, Lalit Yadav, Sanjay Sood, Varadharajan Srinivasan, Gudlavalleti Venkata Satyanarayana Murthy, Oommen John, and Nathan Grill
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