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98 articles for “Economic Status”
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Socioeconomic Inequalities in Utilisation of AYUSH Systems of Medicine in North-East India: Evidence from NSS 79th (2022–2023) Round on AYUSH
Abstract: Background: Socioeconomic inequality in healthcare Utilisation continues despite policy focus on universal health coverage and Sustainable Development Goal 3. India's traditional, complementary, and alternative medicine systems are generally termed as AYUSH. AYUSH has been consolidated into the national health policy; however, empirical findings on its distributive equity persist as limited. This study estimates and decomposes socioeconomic inequality in Utilisation of AYUSH systems of medicine among the adult age group 15 …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 29–42 Read article
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Assessment of Knowledge, Attitudes and Practice of Family Planning among Women of Reproductive Age in Northern Nigeria: A Sociological Study
Abstract: Family planning is a very vital element of reproductive health that enables individuals and couples to decide on how many and how far they would have their children. It is important in enhancing maternal health, child health, alleviating poverty and enhancing sustainable development. Although family planning services are available in Nigeria, their use has been low in most regions in the country especially Northern Nigeria. The paper evaluated the KAP …
Published in International Journal of Behavioral Sciences · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 45–64 Read article
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PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS REGARDING SERVICE LEVEL FOR BRTS AND JAIPUR METRO
Abstract: Most of the Indian cities are struggling to provide adequate public transport system. To enhance the mobility of travel it is mandatory to reduce the use of personalized vehicles. Jaipur is the capital of Rajasthan and one of the fastest growing metro cities. Presently there are two types of mass transit system in the city one is Metro Rapid Transit System (MRTS) referred as Metro trains and Bus Rapid Transit …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 26–33 Read article
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A Descriptive Study to Assess Health Consciousness, Associated Factors and Related Practices among Adults (20–40 years) of a Low-Income Colony, Chandigarh
Abstract: Health consciousness refers to describing an attitude in which one has an awareness of being healthy. It is the tendency to focus attention on one’s health; where individuals with higher health consciousness have better quality of life. The aim of the study is to assess health consciousness, to identify associated factors affecting health consciousness and to assess practices to be healthy among adults (20–40 years of age) residing in a …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 9–18 Read article
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Awareness and Impact of Education on Breast Self Examination Among Housekeeping Staffs (Class IV Workers)
Abstract: Breast cancer accounts for 19–34% of all cancer cases among women in India. There is high mortality due to lack of awareness and nonexistent breast cancer screening programmes. Early detection and prompttreatment offer the greatest chance of long-term survival and BSE (Breast Self Examination) seems to be an important viable optional substitute for early detection of cancer. The aim of the study was to assess the existing knowledge and skills …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2, 2011 · pp. 21–27 Read article
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Dentistry in the Hospital Emergency Room (ER)
Abstract: Diagnosis and treatment of dental-related symptomology should be conducted with the understanding that dental conditions may influence the course and conduct of medical therapy. Many people with severe orofacial pain and/or swelling come to the local hospital ER for treatment of dental problems. The economics of health care in the United States is burdened by high-cost hospital ER dental visits largely by poverty level patients having few treatment options and …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 24–30 Read article
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Out-of-Pocket Costs in the Private and the Public Sector in Dentistry: A Comparative Study
Abstract: The aim of this study was to evaluate the out-of-pocket expenses for an adult population provided by private and public sector dentists. Data was collected from 250 adults presenting to government dental hospitals and 250 adults presenting to private dental clinics across Chennai for their dental care. Questionnaire data covered sociodemographic background, socio-economic status, dental care utilization, marginal time cost estimates, fees spent, traveling cost for the dental care and …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2013 · pp. 14–19 Read article
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Assess the Mental Wellbeing of Girl Students with Demographic and Social Factor
Abstract: Girl students’ performance totally depends on their mental and physical strength. So, to assess the student’s mental health is noteworthy. The Warwick Edinburgh Mental well-being scale (WEMWBS) is a reliable and validated tool to assess the mental wellbeing of the students in India. This study aims to assess the WEMWBS and compare scale with the demographic and social factors in India. The convenient sampling method was used to assess WEMWBS …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 6s–11s Read article
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Infant’s Immunity w.s.r. to Compliment System: A General Review
Abstract: Infant’s mortality and morbidity rate in developing countries are at higher incidence due to infections. Various factors are responsible for infections, such as low socio-economic status, poor hospital facilities and malnutrition etc. The low level of compliment components and serum immunoglobulin in infants has been claimed to be the reason of defective opsonic activity in infants as well as defective generation of chemotaxis activity. Thus immune system during neonatal as …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Commonest Mode of Suicide in Jorhat District—One Year Retrospective Study
Abstract: One who succeeds in completing the act of suicide, has nothing to bother about and it is only the survivors who are the bear the consequence. Society must identify the potential cases of suicide prone and help and treat them in time irrespective of the method they apply to commit it. The modes of suicidal deaths in an area reflect the socio-economic status and mental health status of the population …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Awareness and Practice of Folic Acid Intake for Neural Tube Defect Prevention at Antenatal Clinic in Rajamalwatta, Sri Lanka
Abstract: Neural Tube Defects (NTDs) are common cause of morbidity and mortality among infants and neonates. Squeal of severe NTDs lead to lifelong physical, social, emotional and financial difficulties. Annually worldwide an estimated 300,000 or more babies are born with NTDs. Fortunately; a large number of NTDs are preventable. Several studies have shown that periconceptional use of Folic Acid (FA) has an effective role in the prevention of NTDs. The objective …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 17–21 Read article
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Post-operative Wound Sepsis and Prophylactic Antibiotic
Abstract: Background and Objectives: Post-operative wound sepsis has been an area of prime interest as tackling it has been a surgeon’s primary role. They have been treating patients in sepsis and preventing sepsis in their operative work. With the advent of modern antibiotics, rate of incidence hasreceded. Timing of antibiotic administration is critical to efficacy. The aim of this study is to evaluate the incidence of post-operative wound infection in A.J. …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Surgery · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 9–15 Read article
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Rural Service Centre Analysis of Deogaon Block, Balangir District in Odisha
Abstract: Service centre has its functional capacity to serve the needs of people on the surrounding area. The facilities and services provided by the central places to their surrounding settlements are known as central service and functions. These functions are performed by number of other settlements surrounding them. For this purpose, the author has selected Deogaon block. The Deogaon block is situated between 20°28’5.106” N to 20°41ʹ24.933ʺ N latitude and 83°9ʹ3.339ʺ …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Land Use/Land Cover Change Detection Using GIS and Remote Sensing: A Case Study of District Rawalpindi
Abstract: Aggregation and visualization of geographic data are significant aspects of environment modeling, agricultural management and socio-economic status. Geographical Information System (GIS) and Remote Sensing had been used to aggregate the change detection of land use/Land cover (LULC) change. This can help to identify adaptations in the properties or phenomena which are imaginary in the diverse time period. This study takes the temporal-spatial subtleties of LULC using satellite imageries of different …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 19–34 Read article
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Load Based Speed Control Feature to Improve Fuel Economy of Vehicle
Abstract: Over the period of time fossil fuels are being priced exorbitantly and hence it will result into automotive industries have to develop engines with great energy saving potential. This is possible with the help of Load Based Speed Control Feature which is used to improve fuel economy of the vehicle. This feature gives the restriction over the traditional engine speed at lower gears depending on load, so driver gets encouraged …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 25–30 Read article
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Change in Education Scenario Due to COVID
Abstract: It is the research for 320 million learners ofIndia that have been affected enormously, and this situation is raised by the logical decision of lockdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Equity of education for all the learners has vanished as institutions and organizations halted in which educational institutions like schools, colleges, and coaching also played a vital role. Attack of COVID-19 has been called destructive for the world as well …
Published in E-Commerce for Future & Trends · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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ASSESSMENT OF DEMOGRAPHIC ATTRIBUTES AND HEALTH PROFILE OF SCHEDULE CASTES OF 5 VILLAGES OF ALIGARH DISTRICT, UTTAR PRADESH, INDIA
Abstract: Demography is the scientific study of human populations. It takes into account the quantitative aspects of their general characteristics. In this paper health profile and different attributes of demography like age, gender, caste, marital status, educational status, temperament and occupation etc. of Scheduled caste people of 5 villages of Aligarh district were assessed and documented. A pretested, predesigned questionnaire containing the demographic attributes was filled by researchers by face to …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 36–43 Read article
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Women’s Land Tenure Security in Sustainable Development
Abstract: Appropriate land ownership policy is critical issue in order for vast majority of population living in rural areas whose income is dependent on agricultural. For that land tenure security is momentous concern. Land tenure is Latin word, tenure, which means to hold. Thus, land tenure means a kind of system of land ownership or holding the land. The rules of the land tenure system define how property rights to land …
Published in Journal of Production Research & Management · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 21–30 Read article
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A Study on Challenges and Obstacles for Women in Adaption of Ecommerce Technologies: State of the Art
Abstract: AbstractWhen we talk of national development, it goes without saying that the role of women is immense. Since the Eighth Five Year Plan which focused on empowering women, specifically at the grass-root level, we have come a long way. But there is still a long way to go. It’s quite an oxymoron that while women are critical partners they do not enjoy an equal status in the society. Any society …
Published in E-Commerce for Future & Trends · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 7–14 Read article
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The Need for Regulations against Abandoned Fishing Gear
Abstract: Ghost fishing resulting from abandonment of fishing gear has remained an increasing challenge in the oceans. A significant amount of these gears is made up of plastic materials; this has caused countless problems to aquatic life resulting in mortality in most cases. One of the ongoing causes of gear abandonment is conflict. Fishing gear is frequently discarded due to the nature of the fishing grounds and other environmental factors, such …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 43–46 Read article