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9 articles for “COVID-19”
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Clinical Profile of Dengue Patients who had a Prior Infection with the Covid 19 Virus in a Tertiary Care Centre
Abstract: This cross-sectional analytical study conducted in a tertiary care center aims to investigate the clinical profile of Dengue virus-infected patients with a prior history of COVID-19 within the last three years. Dengue, a prevalent tropical disease, ranges from mild fever to severe conditions like hemorrhagic fever and shock syndrome. The study utilizes the World Health Organization's 2009 classification for Dengue and delineates the febrile, critical, and recovery phases of infection. …
Published in Recent Trends in Infectious Diseases · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 34–38 Read article
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Advancements in Drug Design Technology and Its Impact on COVID-19 Treatment
Abstract: The deadly coronavirus disease 19 (COVID-19) pandemic has recently spread, raising concerns about global health. The search for novel therapeutic compounds is made more necessary by the persistent problem of the absence of licensed medications or vaccinations. By saving money and time, computer-aided drug design has sped up the process of finding and developing new drugs. The structured-based and ligand-based drug discovery subcategories of computer-aided drug design (CADD) are the …
Published in International Journal of Virus Studies · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–15 Read article
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Antibiotics – Challenges in our Post-COVID Era
Abstract: Accidental discovery of the antibiotic properties of penicillin marked a watershed moment in healthcare, transforming the landscape of medicine and saving countless lives of injured and infected. Further research and awareness on the advantages of this “miracle drug” resulted in its bulk production in the 1940s, and played a crucial role in saving lives of thousands during World War II. Subsequent discoveries especially broad-spectrum antibiotics paved the way for further …
Published in International Journal of Antibiotics · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Concurrent Infection of Influenza and COVID-19: A Review
Abstract: In December 2019, a novel coronavirus that causes respiratory illnesses was identified in Wuhan, China, and swiftly spread around the world. Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) is a virus that spreads via the respiratory system and can cause pneumonia. Members of the Orthomyxoviridae family include influenza viruses. Although there are four genera in this family, influenza is only caused by genera A and B, which are clinically important for …
Published in International Journal of Virus Studies · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 7–15 Read article
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Toward Comprehensive Immunization: The Role of Combined COVID-19 and Influenza Vaccines in Public Health
Abstract: The emergence of multi-pathogen vaccines, particularly those combining protection against COVID- 19 and influenza, marks a significant advancement in immunization efforts. These combination vaccines have the potential to streamline vaccination processes, improve vaccine uptake, and reduce the burden on healthcare systems by offering a single dose that targets both viruses. COVID-19 and seasonal influenza are major public health concerns, with overlapping symptoms and seasonal patterns that justify the rationale for …
Published in International Journal of Vaccines · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 9–17 Read article
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Influence of Personality Traits on Motivation and Engagement among Adolescents During Online Education
Abstract: This study investigates how the Big Five personality traits—openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism—affect motivation and engagement among adolescents in online education settings. During the COVID-19 pandemic, online learning became a necessity, but not all students adapted equally. A sample of 600 students aged 16 to 19 years from 30 inter colleges in the Gwalior district participated in this research. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire measuring personality traits …
Published in International Journal of Education Sciences · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 Read article
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A Relationship Between Resilience and Mental Health Among Covid-19 Survivors
Abstract: In 2020, COVID-19 first appeared in Wuhan, China. Covid-19 affects the world at the global level. This pandemic disrupted lives and communities by having a significant negative impact on people's physical and mental health. Resilience helps individuals to bounce back from the crisis. The study examines the connection between COVID-19 survivors' mental health and resiliency. A sample of 100 people, 50 of whom were men and 50 of whom were …
Published in International Journal of Behavioral Sciences · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 28–33 Read article
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Dermatophytoses: Taxonomy, Pathogenesis, Diagnosis, Resistance, and Management.
Abstract: Dermatophytes, belonging to the family Arthrodermataceae, are keratinophilic fungi responsible for superficial mycoses. Dermatophytoses affect the skin, hair, and nails globally. Over the last few years, dermatophytic infections have seen a sharp rise in India, with the main causative agent being antifungal-resistant Trichophyton mentagrophytes genotype VIII. This review provides a detailed overview of dermatophytoses, including taxonomy, pathogenesis, epidemiology, diagnosis, and treatment. Dermatophytes belong to the kingdom Fungi, family Arthrodermataceae, with …
Published in International Journal of Fungi · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 28–37 Read article
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Mislabeling in Indian Branded Health Foods: Case Study with Immunity Booster Food and Protein Supplement
Abstract: One of the most recent risks to livelihood security is food "mislabeling". Mislabeling occurs when the label on the packaging does not convey the true character of the product with respect to quality, components, nutritional values and health advantages. Mislabeling includes modifying the original recipe, substituting a component, omitting required warning words, and concealing the presence of certain potentially dangerous ingredients. Purposeful mislabeling is done for financial advantage, whereas inadvertent …
Published in International Journal of Nutritions · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 47–57 Read article