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Comprehensive Survey on Substance Abuse in Guwahati - Trends, Magnitude and Gaps
Abstract: Drug Addiction, substance abuse or chemical dependency, different terms for an extremely complex social malady which stealthily creeps into homes and communities breaking down relationships, values, finances, hope and faith, dignity and self-respect. In 1972, the then Assamese weekly news-magazine Nilachal had carried banner headlines of drug addiction discovered in elite Shillong boarding schools. There were a few kids trying out ganja, they were a rarity. Even other traditional drugs …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 11–27 Read article
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Palliative Care in Elderly: A Case Study
Abstract: Many elderly people live in a good health in their old age. However, there are number of older people who develop complex physical and social problems as they grow older. They are likely to suffer from various medical problems of varying severity, requiring both health and social care. Palliative care is the interdisciplinary team approach that primarily focuses on improving quality of life of persons with advanced illness. With the …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 5–9 Read article
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A Pre-Experimental Study to Determine the Efficacy of a Structured Teaching Program on Knowledge and Practices Regarding Bag Technique Among Nursing Students at Rayat Bahra College of Nursing, District Mohali, Punjab
Abstract: The nursing bag is a vital tool for public health and community health nurses. The public health bag is an essential and the bag contains the fundamental content for a home visit. The aim of the study was to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching program on knowledge and practices regarding bag technique among nursing students. A Quantitative approach, pre-experimental one group pre-test, post-test research design was adopted to conduct …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Community Acceptance towards Male Midwives in Tigray, Northern Ethiopia, 2015/16
Abstract: Cognizant to the higher maternal mortality ratio, limited access of maternal health services and scarcity of trained health professionals in developing countries including Ethiopia, unwilling to use the existing health services considering the sex of the healthcare providers poses additional challenge for maternity care. Though remained uncovered, pregnant women’s acceptance towards male midwife becomes more awful for uptake of the services provided by the health system. Hence, the current study …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 28–44 Read article
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An Overview of the Human Immune Response
Abstract: This overview of the immune response provides a glimpse of the complexity of the interactions between the cells and mediators of the immune system. The recognition of the innate immune response by microbes and foreign substances leads to the induction of inflammatory and adaptive immune response. when oxidative stress increases, it affects our vital processes such as glucose homeostasis, cellular life-span and inflammation, which contributes to the pathogenesis of many …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 46–62 Read article
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A Review on: Current Approaches on gout
Abstract: The term gout commonly is used to refer painful arthritis attack, but gouty arthritis is only one manifestation of gout. Gout is a chronic inflammatory disease which is characterized by the deposition of urate in synovial. It is a most effective inflammatory arthritis in men and appears to be increasing in both prevalence and incidence. Uric acid is measured in the form of sodium urate in plasma, so we called …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 18–22 Read article
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The Effects of Stress on Memory
Abstract: Stress throws the organisms’ body out of homeostatic balance. The physiological stress response acts by activation of two systems to balance the disturbance: the SNS and the HPA-axis. Stress has enhancing and impairing effects on memory processes: encoding, consolidation, and retrieval. These opposite effects may be explained if the different time courses of stress hormone, in particular catecholamine and GC actions are taken into account. This review will access the …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 21–35 Read article
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Basic of Natural Medicine for Common Public
Abstract: The Current modern world simplified the physical activities of the human population due to this maximum number of peoples suffering from many diseases so the prevention and curative processes are much important. Within this broad classification multiple Natural based medicines are available in the world like Naturopathy /Natural Medicine, Siddha, Ayurvedha, Unani, Electropathy and Homeopathy etc. Although nowadays its ideology and healing methods are quite heterogeneous and have spread too …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 21–28 Read article
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A narrative review on cardiovascular disease due to the role of deficiency of Vitamin D and its management
Abstract: Cardiovascular disease is the prevalent cause of morbidity and mortality in the world, affecting many millions of individuals every year. Atherosclerosis, a chronic inflammatory condition that involves different cell types, several cytokines and adhesion molecules, is the underlying cause of cardiovascular disease. Vitamin D plays a pivotal role in bone homeostasis and calcium metabolism. Though, current research has specified additional helpful effects of vitamin D on the cardiovascular system. Vitamin …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 9–20 Read article
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Computational Identification of Protein Tyrosine Phospatase-1B (PTP-1B) Inhibitors for Checking Type II Diabetes
Abstract: Protein tyrosine phosphatases (PTPs) are a family of enzyme that comprises of about 100 proteins which catalyze dephosphorylation of phosphotyrosine residues in protein substrates. Phosphotyrosine is a central element in cell signaling, and its activity is essential for cellular homeostasis and for appropriate responses to extracellular signals. PTP-1B antagonizes insulin signaling by reducing the activation state of the insulin receptor kinase, thereby inhibiting post-receptor signaling in insulin responsive tissue. The …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 21–25 Read article
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Diseases among Sewage Workers
Abstract: Urbanization has caused many health and environmental problems; to solve some of these problems, latrines and sewage systems were invented and are still being improved. This development has resulted in exposures of the sewage workers to the multitude of chemicals used in our homes and in the industries. With increasing demands on the sewage systems and new environmental regulations, the transportation and treatment of wastewater has increased in technical complexity. …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Epidemiology, Diagnosis, Management and Treatment of Diabetes Mellitus (DM): A Review
Abstract: Diabetes mellitus (DM), a condition caused by metabolic abnormalities, is the most common worldwide. Sometimes known as diabetes, in which a person's blood sugar levels are abnormally high, either because the body does not make enough insulin or because the insulin that is produced does not reach the cells. Polyuria (frequent urine), polydipsia (increased thirst), and polyphagia are all common indicators of elevated blood sugar (increased hunger). Type 1 diabetes, …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 36–50 Read article
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Black Tea: Leveraging Human Health from Indian Perspective
Abstract: Tea, the most preferred drink in the world after water, has been under intense research in recent years due to its fascinating chemical composition. Major polyphenolic compounds— theaflavins (TF), residual catechins, thearubigins as well as theanine and caffeine—present in black tea (BT) contribute to color, distinctive flavor and play significant roles both for quality of tea and act as a safeguard against many ailments. Antioxidants present in BT act against …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 53–60 Read article
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Prevalence of Associated Problems among the Mentally Challenged Children in Bangalore
Abstract: Background: Mentally challenged children experience a lot of associated disturbances along with problems of mental retardation. The primary aim of the present study was to identify the associated problems that occur along with the mental retardation among the mentally challenged children in Bangalore, Karnataka, India. Method: Descriptive research design was adopted for the present study. Complete enumeration sampling method was used to select 134 caregivers of mentally challenged children studying …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 19–23 Read article
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Patient Teaching for Cardiac Rehabilitation in Cardio Diabetes
Abstract: Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading cause of mortality worldwide, and are a significant contributor to morbidity and health-related costs. Coronary artery disease (CAD)—the most common type of CVDs—is considered as a chronic condition and, therefore, requires a careful medical management with multiple recommendations for patients to achieve optimal secondary prevention. As a consequence, patient education is a necessary step to promote patient understanding of the recommended therapies and behavior …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 29–35 Read article
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Managing Diabetes in The Hospital Setting: A Nurse–Patient Partnership
Abstract: People with diabetes occupy up to 16% of hospital beds, and diabetes treatment consumes approximately 9% of hospital costs. Therefore, the nurses working in any hospital department will care for people with diabetes who have been admitted either for reasons directly connected to their diabetes or unrelated to it. Once diagnosed, diabetes is an inextricable part of a person’s life and must be taken into consideration along with their presenting …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 6–11 Read article
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Renin-Angiotensin System as a Therapeutic Target for Colorectal Cancer Liver Metastasis
Abstract: Classically, renin-angiotensin system (RAS), for a long time, has been perceived as the main regulator of cardiovascular homeostasis, due to its effect on blood vessels contraction or cardiac hypertrophy and is known to maintain blood pressure and body fluids. Hence, its pharmacological regulation is mainly associated with the management of hypertension. Currently, it was found that the RAS is involved in a broad range of physiological processes and diseases. RAS …
Published in Research and Reviews: Journal of Oncology and Hematology · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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Nutritional Management Guidelines Evidence for Head and Neck Cancer Patients
Abstract: Malnutrition is a commonly encountered issue in head and neck cancer patients, it affects all stages of cancer therapy and may lead to increased hospitalization time, increased risk for infection, decreased quality of life, increased recurrence rates, higher toxicity of chemotherapy and overall increased mortality rates. Nutritional intervention and support is therefore essential for better treatment outcomes, patient prognosis and increase in quality of life. Nutritional support includes oral, enteral, …
Published in Research and Reviews: Journal of Oncology and Hematology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 36–41 Read article
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Knowledge of Staff Nurses Regarding Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Abstract: Heart disease is the world’s largest killer, claiming 17.5 million lives every year. About every 29 sec, an Indian dies of heart problem. As many as 20,000 new heart patients develop every day in India, six crore Indians suffered from heart disease and 30% more are at high risk. By 2020, India will have the largest coronary heart disease (CAD) burden in the world and will account for one third …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Surgery · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 6–11 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Practical Guideline on Maintaining Aseptic Technique While Preparing and Administering the Intravenous (IV) Transfusion by the Staff Nurses Working in Medical-Surgical Wards of Selected Government Hospitals of Gujarat State
Abstract: Intravenous fluid administration is not only common in the hospitals; it is also increasingly common in the home for the replacement of fluids, administration of medications, and provision of nutrients when no other route is available. Intravenous therapy is indicated for the administration of drugs, nutrition, infusion solutions and blood products, for correcting metabolic problems and for life-saving measures. Keywords: Intravenous (IV) transfusion, reduction of complications of IV, health Cite …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Surgery · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 23–26 Read article