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A Community-Based Interventional Study on Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice on Usage and Management of Menstrual Products Among College StudentsBy Swathi Gopinath, Ramdas Bhat, Shynia Neola Dsouza, Fathima Tabsheera, Krishnananda Kamath
Abstract: Background and Aim: Menstruation is a fundamental physiological process affecting women’s health and well-being. Despite advancements, many women still face challenges in menstrual hygiene management due to lack of awareness, cultural taboos, and limited access to proper menstrual products and disposal methods. This study aimed to assess the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) regarding menstrual product usage and management among college students in Dakshina Kannada, India, and evaluate the impact …
Published in Trends in Drug Delivery · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 68–74 Read article →
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A Community-Based Study to Assess the Impact of Pharmacist Led Home Medication Review in Patients with Diabetes Mellitus in Dakshina KannadaBy Ramdas Bhat, Shynia Neola Dsouza, Sulalath U, Swathi Gopinath, Krishnananda Kamath
Abstract: Diabetes mellitus is a chronic metabolic disorder with the condition where there is an abnormally high blood glucose level. Home medication review (HMR) is a patient-centered process that provides the effective and quality use of medication at the patient’s home. According to a study, nearly 50% of Type II diabetes fail to recite adequate glycemic control due to poor management of anti-diabetic medications. So, a community-based interventional study was conducted …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 29–34 Read article →