Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine
Volume 1, Issue 1 (2011)
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A Bayesian Case-Control Study to Study the Effect of Covariates in Gall Bladder Carcinoma
Abstract: The paper provides a Bayesian study to see the effect of different covariates in developing gallbladder carcinoma from a group of patients examined in the form of case-control scenario. The cases are those who have developed carcinoma from a group of gallbladder patients and the control are those who belong to the latter category but not in the former. The study has also been extended to evaluate the odds ratio, …
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Aetiology of Ascites and Diagnostic Value of Ascitic Fluid Analysis
Abstract: Ascites is an important feature of many diseases, mainly liver disorder. The aim of this study is to determine the causes of ascites in Nagpur region, and to evaluate the significance of ascitic fluid analysis in different types of ascites.This prospective study was conducted at Govt. Medical College Nagpur. It involved patients admitted with primary diagnosis of ascites, over a period of 1 year, (may 2007-may 2008). The total number …
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Effect of Short Term Training on Cardio respiratory Parmeters during Physical Education Training Course: A longitudinal Study
Abstract: Regular physical exercise is known to cause improvement of the cardiovascular function. This adaptation is studied here with the help of non invasive methods.Our purpose was to determine the effect of sports training on LV morphology and function, lung function and to know whether twelve weeks duration is enough for these changes. This is a longitudinal study comprising of twelve weeks duration and was done on the students of physical …
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Occupational Infections and Preventive Measures: An Update
Abstract: There are many infections which are closely associated with certain occupations, whereby the workers are put at a higher risk of being contracted with certain infections in the work setup. Occupational hazards are classified as being either physical (high temperature or pressure) or chemical (organic solvents and chemicals) or biological (virus, bacteria, fungi) hazard. Sometimes the prevalent occupation-associated life-style results in higher risk of exposure to the infections. These hazards …
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Occupational Hepatocellular carcinoma : A review
Abstract: Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths. The relationship between occupation and liver cancer has not been extensively studied however. Approximately 80% of HCC patients have had an established history of chronic liver disease and infection with hepatitis B virus (HBV) and hepatitis C virus (HCV). Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), obesity, diabetes and smoking also increase the risk of HCC development significantly. Currently, only vinyl chloride monomer …
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Complications and Ailments of The Mind That Impact Everyday Health At Workplace
Abstract: Over the last decenniums, workplaces have agonized a great pact of upheaval which has distraught individuals' capacity to work and retain their jobs, correspondingly unnerving their mental health. Most Hyper-industrialized including industrialized &lesser technologically advanced nations have experienced workplace transformations that have been influenced in substantial part, by economic, legal, political, technological and demographic issues. These turbulences embracing globalization, privatization and urbanization laterally with liberalization of trade regulations have stimulated …
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International Collaboration on Occupational and Environmental Health
Abstract: "The pleasant and comforting morning of March 1, 2013 was marked by the unusual activity at the gates of Auditorium of National Science Centre, New Delhi. Around 250 delegates from 12 countries (South Africa, Australia, Norway, USA, Canada, Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Iran, Nepal, Sri Lanka) and many of the states of India participated in the inaugural ceremony of the 1st International Conference on Occupational & Environmental Health (ICOEH 2013) …
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Opportunities for India to collaborate for occupational Health and Safety: A review
Abstract: The safe and healthy work environment is a fundamental human right in India. 63.6% are estimated to be in working group, where more than 90% work in the informal economy and less than 10% are in formal economy. Workers are exposed to various risk which are not assessed due to lack of skilled human resource. Collaboration can be undertaken through joint/multilateral programs, research studies particularly in frontier areas, institutionalized exchange …
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Good Occupational Health: A Key-factor for Well-functioning CSR
Abstract: Company Social Responsibility (CSR) is a wide term describing how companies manage business processes to produce an overall positive impact on society. Decent work is an important element of CSR, but there are reasons to believe that good working conditions are underestimated as a key competitive factor for businesses.
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Occupational Exposure and Effect on Lungs
Abstract: Occupational risks associated with any industry can be categorized as physical injury, mental illness and medical illness. Occupational exposures can have multiple effects on lungs and it largely depends on the type, amount and acuity of exposure and baseline medical condition of the worker. Accidents, pneumoconiosis, musculoskeletal injuries, other lung disease are considered some of the major occupational risks. Workers in the field need to be educated about these conditions …
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Health Need Assessment and Health Seeking Behaviour among Construction Site Workers and Homeless in South Delhi
Abstract: This observational cross sectional study is an update on the status of a marginalized community with different living conditions, health status, lifestyle, health needs and health seeking behavior in the multi-cultural metro city of Delhi. Out of 1252 screened, a total of 877 people were interviewed for self-reported illnesses, health needs and seeking behavior at four construction sites, shelters for the homeless and a slum in south Delhi. Poor hygienic …
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Work Profile, Hazard Exposure and General Illnesses amongst Welder in East Delhi
Abstract: Welders are one of the most vulnerable occupational groups for the hazardous exposures and adverse ergonomic conditions. However, there is a paucity of data on their work profile and various hazards exposures and the prevalent medical illness. A cross-sectional study was conducted amongst 35 welders residing in East Delhi using a pre-tested questionnaire containing items to assess the socio-demographic profile, their medical history and individual hazard exposure. The mean age …
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A Cross Sectional Study on Workplace Stress among Nursing Staff at a Tertiary Care Teaching Hospital in Haryana
Abstract: Stress among healthcare staff especially the nursing profession is becoming a common occurrence in most public health services. The present survey was therefore conducted to find out the level and different sources of workplace stress among nursing staff. The cross sectional study was carried out among 70 female staff nurses working in different departments during 2012. Stratified random sampling technique was adopted to include nurses working in various departments of …
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Knowledge, Attitude and Practices Regarding E-Waste in Resettlement Areas of East Delhi
Abstract: E-waste is collected and processed for disposal in urban slums of the metropolis of India by untrained workers without using personal protective equipment, which are detrimental not only to their health but also to the environment. This study was designed to find the knowledge, attitude, and practices of e-waste handling and management among the workers involved in e-waste handling and management in East district of Delhi. (Seelampur and Shastripark). A …
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Retinal Damages in Turner Workers of a Factory Exposed to Intraocular Foreign Bodies using Electrooculogram
Abstract: Damages caused by an intraocular foreign body (IOFB) to the visual system, mainly the retina, mostly occur during certain occupational activities. Turners are among the laborers who are mostly exposed to IOFB. The aim of the present work is to survey the effect of IOFB on the visual system, mainly the retina. Fifty laborers of a turner factory who were exposed to IOFB were selected. Elecrooculagraphy (EOG) was recorded in …
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Musculoskeletal Pain among Dental Professionals
Abstract: Work-related musculoskeletal (MS) disorders are problems of the musculoskeletal system that significantly cost workplace problems thus affecting occupational health, productivity and career of the working population. Like all other professionals, dental professionals (DP) are exposed to occupational health hazards which predispose them to develop a multitude of health problems. This study was designed to find out the prevalence and associated factors of MS pain among the DP. Self-administered questionnaires consisting …
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Common Health Related Problems in Female Constables in Mumbai, India
Abstract: Job of a female constable is very demanding physically as well as mentally as it ranges from desk job to daily proactive patrol activities and specific criminal activities. Apart from the hectic job, being a woman, mother, wife, daughter, they have additional responsibility towards their homes. Most of the times they neglect their pain, tiredness, sufferings because they have no time left for themselves. And in-spite of these conditions, they …
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Obesity and Stress among Health Professionals of a Rural Hospital of Delhi
Abstract: Obesity has been recognized as public health problem due to the fact that it increases the risk of chronic diseases such as cardiovascular diseases, stroke, diabetes, sleep apnea, osteoarthritis, and many types of cancers. Obesity decreases the productivity of a country by reducing life expectancy of an individual. It is also becoming a common health problem in Indian population. The current cross-sectional study re-affirmed this finding. This study reveals a …
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Dental Fluorosis – An Underestimated Public Health Challenge; Evidence from Rural Delhi
Abstract: Oral health problems being the most prevalent chronic morbidities, contribute to heavy burden on health care delivery system universally. Although, fluoride has been recognized for the observed decline of caries among children as well as adults, its excessive consumption has put global population at risk of fluorosis. India is among the 23 nations around the globe with reported oral health problems due to excessive fluoride in drinking water. Since there …
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Awareness and Preparedness Regarding Disasters among Residents of An Urban Slum in Delhi
Abstract: The burden of natural disasters falls most heavily upon developing nations where over 95% of disaster related deaths occur. Urban areas are especially prone to disasters affecting millions of people each year through loss of life, serious injury, and loss of assets and livelihoods. To assess the awareness and preparedness about disasters among residents of an urban slum in central Delhi, a community based cross sectional study was conducted among …
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Radiation Hazards from the Modern Information Communication Technology Equipment: An Imminent Public Health Threat!
Abstract: With exponential growth in ICT (Information, Communication and Technology) sector, world is experiencing an extraordinary phenomenon of change in inter-personal communication. Policy documents, declarations, recommendations and publications on health impact of radiations from mobile phones and base station were consulted to review existing debate on public health hazards of the emitted radiation. Newspaper articles were reviewed for current updates. Scientific literature provides conflicting evidence, inconsistent across different studies. Guidelines set …
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Latex allergy: An Under-Rated Health Hazard
Abstract: Dentists and their patients are constantly exposed to many occupational health problems, one amongst them being latex allergy. Studies have shown that healthcare workers (HCW) are three times more prone to latex allergy with the prevalence amongst dental students being 5%. The present paper explores latex allergy in dental professionals, its screening tests and various recent alternatives available in India. Latex is derived from the sap of the rubber tree. …
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Knowledge, Attitude, Behavior and Practices Regarding Biomedical Waste Management of the Staff in the Public Hospitals of Chhattisgarh
Abstract: Chhattisgarh is a fairly new state, carved out of Madhya Pradesh in the year 2000. As the state was struggling with provision of basic health services, Infection control and Biomedical waste Management, till now remained an ignored and neglected part of the health system. The state, after achieving a satisfactory position in terms of provision of services is now moving towards its goal to provide quality services to the patients …
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Study of Morbidity Pattern among the Workers of Jute Mill in Eastern Nepal
Abstract: The occupational disease burden is growing exceptionally. In developing and newly industrialized countries, exposure to high levels of chemicals and dusts, hard physical work, heat stress is common. The workers of jute mill are susceptible to various morbid conditions. The concept of Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) in Nepal is in its initial stage. This study was conducted to find out morbidity pattern among workers in the industrial corridor of …
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