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Improving Care and Sanitation Facilities of Public Healthcare Delivery System: A Patient - Provider Perspective
Abstract: Despite being one of the fastest economies of the world and having taken big steps to advance the country’s health status after independence, India still has a long way to go. India’s healthcare system is challenging, particularly because of huge population size, economic and social factors coupled with the increasing burden of communicable and lifestyle diseases. Public hospitals in our country are heavily utilized by lower income groups of the …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 37–48 Read article
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Organ Donation: Awareness and Willingness to Donate an Organ among Basic Nursing and Midwifery Students of a Selected College in Northern Nigeria
Abstract: Background: Organ transplant remains the best option to patient with end stage organ failure (ESOF), incidence of which is rising across the globe along with chronic diseases such as diabetes mellitus, cancers, hypertension amongst others, which are responsible for most cases. With the rise in number of people needing organ transplant, it is lamentable to mention that the rate of organ donation is significantly lower than the demand leading to …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 37–42 Read article
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Health Impact due to Pollution from the Fine Chemical Manufacturing Industries Operating at Gove Industrial Belt of Bhiwandi (Maharashtra)
Abstract: The present study performed to understand the toxicity level of heavy metals like Zn+2, Ni+2, Cu+2, Cr+6, Fe+3, which are present in the industrial effluents released from fine chemical industries situated at Gove industrial belt, Bhiwandi, Maharashtra. The concentration level of Zn2+ in the present study was found to be 26.35 ppm which was above the limits of 5.0 ppm set by CPCB in industrial wastewater discharge. Such high Zn2+ …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 23–30 Read article
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Women Healthcare, Research Opportunities and Career Options: All Through Ayurveda
Abstract: Ayurveda is one of the oldest health care systems. As per Charak Samhita (One of the oldest classical text of Ayurveda), the aim of Ayurveda is to maintain the health of the healthy and cure the ailments of the diseased. Use of natural products, cost effectiveness, sustained use of thousands of years and awareness among the people regarding the indigenous has given momentum to the development of Ayurveda in recent …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 76s–79s Read article
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Genetic Testing: An Intervention of Biotechnology for Healthy Motherhood
Abstract: The journey from a woman to a mother had been one of the sweetest of its kind. Having a child with a chronic illness has a major impact on the family as a whole, especially mothers. Mothers of a child with chronic disease experience difficulties in dealing with feelings which may subsequently lead to a dysfunctional family. Usually parenting stress is more on mothers caused by having their more affectionate …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 87s–90s Read article
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Knowledge and Attitude towards Circumcision and Its Role in HIV Prevention among Health Professionals and Patients from a Tertiary Care Hospital of Delhi: A Pilot Study
Abstract: Male circumcision has been advocated as a simple method for minimizing HIV spread. As there are many social and other related issues involved in its acceptance it was thought to assess knowledge and attitude of doctors, nursing staff and patients regarding male circumcision (MC) and its relation to HIV prevention. A cross-sectional survey was conducted on 200 health professionals and 100 patients of a tertiary health care teaching institute of …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2012 · pp. 21–28 Read article
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Social Marketing in Public Health
Abstract: Social marketing in public health is application of commercial marketing concepts, tools, resources, skills and technologies to encourage socially beneficial behavior especially among poorly or inadequately served segments of the population. It can be product- or behavior-focused. It mainly aims at changing one’s behavior to promote health and prevent diseases for benefit of individual and society as a whole. Triad of social marketing comprises of behavioral goals, segmentation and marketing …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2012 · pp. 17–27 Read article
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Stuttering – Review of 100 Cases at Tertiaty Care Centre
Abstract: Stuttering is prevalent in both the sexes and in every level of society, though the disorder is more prevalent in males as compared to females. It affects people in all ages, from infancy to old age. Seventy eight patients improved satisfactorily and twenty two patients missed follow up. Key words: stuttering, speech therapy, intelligence quotient, stuttering severity index
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2012 · pp. 28–34 Read article
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ICT Skill Building of Elderly: A Key to Combat Digital Divide
Abstract: Information and communication technology (ICT) exemplifies today’s society. The senior citizens represent the non-adopter group in the digital divide realm. As the numbers and proportion of elderly are on an increase, thus stimulating the positive effects of their embracing of ICT skills become vital tasks for today. More and more technologies are envisaged as a means to “empower” the elderly. Appropriate need based programs should be planned and implemented to …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2013 · pp. 5–8 Read article
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Smoking and Body Weight: Is There Any Relation?
Abstract: Tobacco is a tall, green leafy plant, originally grown in South and Central America, but now cultivated throughout the world. The link between smoking and body weight is evident as early as adolescence. Nicotine acts on nicotinic cholinergic receptors in the brain and autonomic ganglia. The binding of nicotine to the nicotinic receptors opens ion channels, allowing entry of sodium and calcium, thereby; augment the release of various neurotransmitters. This …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 33–36 Read article
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Magnitude of Premarital Sex and Associated Factors among Preparatory School Students in Alamata Town, North Ethiopia, 2014
Abstract: Worldwide adolescents, both boys and girls, are physically mature earlier and the age at which people marry is rising. These leave a widening of gap time during which adolescents can potentially engage in unprotected and unsafe premarital sex. The purpose of this study was to assess the magnitude of premarital sex and associated factors among Alamata preparatory school students, Northern Ethiopia. A school-based, cross-sectional study was conducted in Alamata town …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 12–20 Read article
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Yoga: A Cost Effective Lifestyle Method to Control Blood Pressure
Abstract: Hypertension has become a major health concern as it is the predominant risk factor and treated for stroke, coronary heart disease (CHD), heart failure, arterial aneurysms and renal failure. As drug therapy alone is a costly affair for a developing country like India, a need for less experience, nonpharmacological alternative methods should also be taken into consideration. Medication and yoga are some alternative Indian techniques’ which can be used in …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 31–32 Read article
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A Descriptive Study to Assess the Coping Mechanism of Family Members of Alcoholics Admitted in Selected De-Addiction Centers in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, India
Abstract: Alcoholism is a broad term for problems with alcohol, and is generally used to mean compulsive and uncontrolled consumption of alcoholic beverages, usually to the detriment of the drinker's health, personal relationships, and social standing. Impact of alcohol not only disturbs the physical health of an individual but also the people who are with the individual. Families of alcoholics experience insecurity, delinquency, resentment, financial troubles, isolation and violence. The coping …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 6–9 Read article
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Patterns of Life Style and Hygienic Conditions among the Selected Rural School Going Adolescent Girls at Thakurgaon Sadar Areas, Bangladesh
Abstract: The nutritional status, life style behavior, knowledge of hygiene, and food intake patterns of 225 school going adolescent girls studying in class seven to ten were assessed by a cross-sectional study in different rural schools of Thakurgaon Upazila during January to June 2013. About 42.2% of the respondents had seven to eight members in their family but only 23.6% of their monthly family income was higher than 9000 tk. The …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 13–18 Read article
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Prevalence of Tobacco Use in Group C and D Employees in a Medical College of Delhi
Abstract: One in three adults worldwide smokes tobacco and smoking is characterized by chemical dependence which falls into a model of chronic disease. Consumption of tobacco is a public health problem, which involves all age groups and all strata of people. This study aims to find out the prevalence of tobacco use and smoking and nicotine dependence among Group C and D employees of a medical college. We carried out a …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 1, Issue 1-3, 2011 · pp. 40–48 Read article
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A Review on Binge Eating Disorder in Youth with Diabetes Mellitus
Abstract: The repetitive scenes of voraciously consuming food without normal compensatory conduct, for example, regurgitating or purgative maltreatment are portrayed as binge dietary issue. It is exceptionally regular in the fat gathering, yet it is not restricted to those individuals. Many empirical studies and reports suggest that about 58% of young women (aged 18–30 years) with insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM) may be at high risk of developing eating disorders. Binge disorder …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Teen Pregnancy in the Event of a Pandemic: A short commentary
Abstract: There is a strong correlation between the COVID-19 epidemic and an increase in rates of child marriage and teenage pregnancies around the world. In sub-Saharan Africa, an estimated 608,000 additional girls are at danger of child marriage and 542,000 additional girls are at risk of early pregnancy. A mother's health, as well as the economy and society at large, may suffer if an adolescent decides to get pregnant. Due to …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 42–45 Read article
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A Critical Analysis and Evidence-Based Study on The Impact of Sensory Health Screenings and Its Risk Factors In the Prediction and Prevention of Organ Damages
Abstract: ABSTRACTSensory organs operate the senses of vision, hearing, touch, smell and taste. In order to assess the type, severity, and locations of aberrant feeling, sensory examination is utilised. If the patient complains of diminished sensation, a sensory system exam is required. The main aim is to find out the sensory changes/impairments and its risk factors predictions in prevention of organ damages and to study the role of clinical pharmacist/Doctor of …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 46–62 Read article
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Study on Neuralink Chip: Brain–Computer Interface
Abstract: Neuralink, established by Elon Musk in 2016, is a neurotechnology firm focused on creating advanced brain-machine interfaces (BMIs) with enhanced data transfer capabilities. These interfaces aim to enable individuals to communicate more effectively and gain a deeper understanding of interactions with computers and other devices. One of the company's best experiences is the development of a new implantable device called the Neuralink chip. The Neuralink chip is a small device …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 43–48 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