scholarly journals Monitoring of Ganoderma spp. on the trees at Arboretum of Universitas Gadjah Mada, Yogyakarta, Indonesia: Implications for health care recommendation of old trees

2021 ◽  
Vol 918 (1) ◽  
pp. 012044
Author(s):  
S Rahayu ◽  
D S Utomo ◽  
V E Cahyanto ◽  
G Anggara ◽  
D T Adriyanti ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Temporal Distribution ◽  
Severity Index ◽  
Species Trees ◽  
Adenanthera Pavonina ◽  
Rot Disease ◽  
Old Trees ◽  
Scientific Value ◽  
Root Contact ◽  
Poor Management

Abstract The arboretum of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), Yogyakarta, established in 1963, is host to various plants and trees originating from across Indonesia. Due to poor management and climate change, several cases of tree death and decline related to the Ganoderma sp. attack have been reported since 2015. The aims of this research were to evaluate the occurrence of root rot disease and to monitor the spatial and temporal distribution of Ganoderma spp. Completely survey on 638 trees with DBH more than 10 cm, monitored the number of basidiocarps attached on each infected species tree, and assessed the leaf and canopy condition were conducted on 2018 to 2021. The result showed that 0.78 % of trees with more than 10 cm diameter were infected by Ganoderma sp. since 2018 and become 1.57% in 2021. The species trees of Pterygota alata (1 tree), Pterocarpus indicus (1 tree), and Adenanthera pavonina (8 trees) were attacked by Ganoderma with a disease severity index of 25% to 100% in September 2021. The spatial pattern of trees associated with Ganoderma was random. However, since the density of trees at the arboretum is dense, the potential Ganoderma spreading through root contact will be high. Regular monitoring for early detection has to be conducted to prevent advanced infection and to set health care recommendations for infected trees with a high scientific value.

Recent growth increases in old-growth longleaf pine

1993 ◽  
Vol 23 (5) ◽  
pp. 846-853 ◽  
Author(s):  
D.C. West ◽  
T.W. Doyle ◽  
M.L. Tharp ◽  
J.J. Beauchamp ◽  
W.J. Platt ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Tree Ring ◽  
Longleaf Pine ◽  
Biomass Accumulation ◽  
Severity Index ◽  
Drought Severity ◽  
Tree Ring Chronology ◽  
Annual Increment ◽  
Old Growth ◽  
Tree Ring Data ◽  
Old Trees

Longleaf pine (Pinuspalustris Mill.) tree-ring data were obtained from an old-growth stand located in Thomas County, Georgia. The tree-ring chronology from the pine stand is composed of a collection of cores extracted from 26 trees ranging in age from approximately 100 to 400 years. These cores were prepared, dated, and measured, and the resulting data were examined with dendrochronological and statistical techniques. Beginning in approximately 1950 and continuing to the present, annual increments of all age classes examined in this study have increased, resulting in an average annual ring increment approximately 40% greater in 1987 than in 1950. When compared with expected annual increment, the increase for 100- to 150-year-old trees is approximately 45%, while the increase for 200- to 400-year-old trees is approximately 35%. In terms of stand-level aboveground biomass accumulation, the increased growth has resulted in approximately 5% more biomass than expected. The increased growth cannot be explained by disturbance; stand history; or trends in precipitation, temperature, or Palmer drought severity index over the last 57 years. Increased atmospheric CO2 is a possible explanation for initiation of the observed trend, while SOx and NOx may be augmenting continuation of this phenomenon.

scholarly journals Distribución espacio temporal y daño ocasionado por Pestalotia spp. en frutos de guayaba

2007 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 89 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pedro Domingo Farfán ◽  
Orlando Insuasty ◽  
Fanor Casierra
Keyword(s):  
Temporal Distribution ◽  
Severity Index ◽  
Psidium Guajava ◽  
Soluble Solids ◽  
Tree Age ◽  
Economic Losses ◽  
Mature Fruit ◽  
Physical Damage ◽  
Guava Fruit ◽  
Del Rio

<p>A fin de determinar la distribución espacio-temporal del hongo <em>Pestalotia spp</em>., así como los grados de daño físico y alteración química que ocasiona en los frutos de guayaba (<em>Psidium guajava </em>L.) en la Hoya del Río Suárez (Colombia), se evaluaron frutos con síntomas de la enfermedad procedentes de 104 fincas productoras en las que se presentan pérdidas económicas a causa de las costras sobre el fruto. La distribución temporal se indagó en 16 fincas del municipio de Vélez (Santander)  durante cuatro períodos climáticos anuales. El daño físico se estableció mediante el índice de severidad (%), teniendo en cuenta madurez, sistema de producción, altitud, densidad de siembra y edad de los árboles. Para detectar posibles alteraciones químicas en frutos maduros afectados se analizaron las variables sólidos solubles totales (%), azúcares reductores (%) y acidez titulable (% de ácido cítrico). La distribución espacial<em>, </em>evaluada en época de verano (enero y febrero), determinó la presencia del patógeno en 102 de las 104 fincas estudiadas. En los municipios de Puente Nacional, Jesús María y Guavatá se presentó la mayor incidencia en frutos (≥85%), mientras que en Oiba y Guadalupe fue la más baja (36,7%). En los períodos de transición invierno/verano (julio) y verano/invierno (marzo) ocurrieron las mayores incidencias con 93,1 y 90,6%, respectivamente. La severidad de la enfermedad fue mayor en frutos pintones y maduros, en el sistema guayaba x café, entre 1.901 y 1.960 m.s.n.m. y en densidades superiores a 490 árboles por hectárea. Se constató que <em>Pestalotia </em>spp. no causó alteraciones químicas en el fruto.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Damage and spatial-temporal distribution of Pestalotia spp. in guava fruits</strong></p><p>To determine Pestalotia spp. spatial and temporal distribution and the level of physical and chemical damage on the guava fruit (Psidium guajava) at the Río Suárez watershed, fruits with disease symptoms from 104 farms were evaluated on farms where fruit damage has increased economic losses. Spatial distribution was evaluated on 16 farms at the Vélez municipality (Santander, Colombia) during four rainfall periods. Physical damage was established by a severity index(%) taking into account fruit maturity, production system, altitude, planning density and tree age. Potential chemical alterations in affected mature fruit were analyzed on total soluble solids (%), reduced sugars (%) and titrable acidity (% of citric acid). During the dry season (January and February) the pathogen was found on 102 of the 104 farms evaluated. The highest incidence (≥85%) was found at Puente Nacional, Jesús María y Guavatá, and the lowest (36,7%) at Oiba and Guadalupe. During transition periods, dry/wet (July) and wet/dry (March) the higher incidences were recorded, 93,1 and 90,6%, respectively. Disease severity was higher in yellow-green and mature fruit, in the guava x coffee system, between 1.901 and 1.960 m.a.s.l., and in planting densities higher than 490 tress per hectare. No chemical alterations were found on fruit affected by Pestalotia spp.</p>

scholarly journals Geographical and Temporal Distribution of Radiologists, Computed Tomography and Magnetic Resonance Scanners in Croatia

2021 ◽  
Vol 58 ◽  
pp. 004695802110602
Author(s):  
Zrinka Biloglav ◽  
Petar Medaković ◽  
Dina Vrkić ◽  
Boris Brkljačić ◽  
Ivan Padjen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Computed Tomography ◽  
Health Care ◽  
Magnetic Resonance ◽  
Supply And Demand ◽  
Temporal Distribution ◽  
Similar Distribution ◽  
The Public ◽  
System A ◽  
Private And Public ◽  
Ct Scanners

The aim of the study was to analyse the temporal and geographic distribution of radiologists, computed tomography and magnetic resonance scanners in Croatia. In this observational study we estimated radiologists’ number per 100,000 population for 1997, 2006, and 2017 and compared private and public CT and MR scanners between 2011 and 2018. We analyzed the availability of radiologists and scanners, and the relationship between the radiological workforce and economic strength among counties. The workforce increased significantly from 1997 to 2017 and was associated with economic strength categories in 2017. In 2018, there were more CT scanners in the public sector, while MR scanners were distributed evenly. In 2011, there was similar distribution of CT and MR between sectors, while in 2018 there were significantly more public CT scanners. Counties with a medical school had significantly more radiologists and MR scanners. The high-to-low ratios per CT and MR were 11 and 8.2, suggesting inequality of health care. Croatia significantly increased its radiological workforce; however, cross-county inequality remained. Counties with higher economic strength and medical schools have better availability of radiologists and equipment. To ensure the sustainable activity of the health care system, a precise estimate of supply and demand of radiology services is needed.

scholarly journals Lean Management: organizational innovations in hematological Day-Hospitals

ABOUTOPEN ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 62-69
Author(s):  
Caterina Bianciardi ◽  
Jacopo Guercini
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
Central Italy ◽  
Health Care Facilities ◽  
Health Care Environment ◽  
Lean Thinking ◽  
Care Environment ◽  
Day Hospitals ◽  
Poor Management

Background. Lean Thinking is a management method which, despite its industrial origins, has spread in the health-care environment too. Objective. To describe the path followed and the results reached implementing Lean Thinking in four case studies.  Methods. Such case studies were conducted in as many hematological Day-Hospitals (DHs), located in Central-Italy. At the beginning of each study, the DH internal processes, activity volumes and patient flows were analyzed and satisfaction questionnaires were administered to both operators and patients. Based on the returned questionnaires, deficiencies were focused on; for each deficiency data was collected and objectives defined. Following such definitions, the analysis of inefficiency causes was performed and countermeasures were identified. In the final meeting the results were assessed and monitoring/maintenance methods were defined. All these steps were supported by Lean Thinking instruments for analysis and solution.         Results. Activity organization and patient satisfaction improved everywhere. Time losses and workloads imbalances were minimized in two DHs, particularly through higher standardization in the management of clinical-administrative documents. In another DH, the output capacity of the hospital pharmacy and the workflows in the DH were aligned with respect to the course of the day, so reducing delays in the delivery of therapies.  Appointment planning was improved in the fourth DH, standardizing time slots (15-minutes) necessary for each therapy, so optimizing the number of stations (beds and chairs) used. Conclusions. Poor management of health care facilities can affect efficiency, security and quality of services provided. Lean Thinking is a valid method to address such problems.

scholarly journals www.gigisehat.id for Easy of Access to Valid Dental Health Information for Mothers of Kindergarteners

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 4
Author(s):  
Dini Parasila ◽  
Fajariana Fitriani ◽  
Thomas Reynaldi Winanto ◽  
Vita Ariesta Angesti ◽  
Fissando Yanuar Muhammad ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Health Care ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Maternal Behavior ◽  
Dental Health ◽  
Health Centre ◽  
Severity Index ◽  
Oral Health Care ◽  
Public Health Centre ◽  
Source Of Information

Background: Parental attentiveness is critical during early childhood age. In consideration of the fact that child dentalhealth problems are linked to parents’ dental health, it is necessary to not only focus on children in promoting dentalhealth strategy, but also to parents and close relatives. An epidemiological study on social support as a determinantfactor to maternal behavior in dental and oral health care in 3–7 years old children confirmed that the four componentsof social support (informational, appraisal, instrumental, and emotional) are linked to maternal behavior. Furthermore,although there has been a high caries severity index, the total visitation to the Public Health Centre is low regardless ofwhether more than 50% of the respondents claimed they are covered by BPJS Health Insurance and are active in socialmedia. The reluctance of mothers to access information related to dental and oral health care have cost children’s dentaland oral health www.gigisehat.id is expected to serve as a source of information related to dental and oral health formothers. Purpose: To serve as a source of information related to child dental and oral health care for mothers. Methods:The website link was shared through the NgobrolOnline discussion group and distribution of the illustrated book. Results:29 participants (64.4%) have accessed the www.gigisehat.id. Conclusion: www.gigisehat.id was accepted and effectivein disseminating information about child dental and oral health care, especially for mothers under Keputih Public HealthCenter coverage.

scholarly journals The Perspective of the Oncology Health Care Professionals on Educational Conferences

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (2) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Jamal Zekri ◽  
Ahmed S Alshehri ◽  
lbraheem S. Alomary ◽  
Turki M. Alfayea ◽  
Yasir Bahadur
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Health Care Professionals ◽  
Scientific Conference ◽  
Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia ◽  
Current Frequency ◽  
Educational Value ◽  
Cancer Management ◽  
Medical Oncologists ◽  
Ideal Number ◽  
Scientific Value

BACKGROUND: Continuous education is vital to update the knowledge of the health care professionals (HCPs) engaged in cancer management. We aim to explore the perspective of the oncology HCPs on oncology conferences. METHODS: A questionnaire was handed to the delegates and faculty of an oncology educational scientific conference in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). The questionnaire explored the perspective on the ideal number, duration and the educational value of such conferences. RESULTS: Medical oncologists represented 70.5% of the 78 responders. All responders attended oncology conferences in the preceding year with 24.4% have attended &gt;9 conferences. The educational value of these conferences was rated 7.98/10. Two thirds are satisfied with the frequency of conducted event or desire more. Short (half to one day) meetings are preferred by 66.67% and the mean number of optimum educational events is 5.7 per year. Educational events were highly valued (score &ge; 8/10) as venues to meet colleagues. CONCLUSION: The findings suggest that the current frequency and scientific value of oncology conferences and educational events are satisfactory to the majority of the relevant HCPs in the KSA. More CME events of up to one day in duration seem to be desired.

scholarly journals Factors Associated with Mental Health Outcomes in Oman during COVID19: Frontline vs Non-frontline Healthcare Workers

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Muna Alshekaili ◽  
Walid Hassan ◽  
Nazik Al Said ◽  
Fatima Alsulaimani ◽  
Sathish Kumar Jayapal ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Health Care ◽  
Health Outcomes ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Psychosocial Interventions ◽  
Severity Index ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Mental Health Outcomes ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional

OBJECTIVE: This study aims to assess and compare demographic and psychological factors and sleep status of frontline HCWs in relation to non-frontline HCWs DESIGN, SETTINGS, AND PARTICIPANTS This cross-sectional study was conducted using an online survey from the 8th to the 17th of April 2020 across varied health care settings in Oman accruing 1139 HCWS. MAIN OUTCOMES AND MEASURES Mental health status was assessed using Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scales (DASS-21), and insomnia was evaluated by the Insomnia Severity Index (ISI). Samples were categorized into the frontline and non-frontline groups. Chi-square, odds ratio, and independent t-tests were used to compare groups by demographic and mental health outcomes. Results This study included 1139 HCWs working in Oman. There was a total of 368 (32.3%), 388 (34.1%), 271 (23.8%), and 211 (18.5%) respondents reported to have depression, anxiety, stress, and insomnia, respectively while working during the pandemic period. HCWs in the frontline group were 1.4 times more likely to have anxiety (OR=1.401, p=0.007) and stress (OR=1.404, p=0.015) as compared to those working in the non-frontline group. On indices of sleep-wake cycles, HCWs in the frontline group were 1.37 times more likely to report insomnia (OR=1.377, p=0.037) when compared to those working in the non-frontline group. No significant differences in depression status between workers in the frontline and non-frontline groups were found (p=0.181). CONCLUSIONS AND RELEVANCE To our knowledge, this is the first study to explore the differential impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on different grades of HCWs. This study suggests that frontline HCWs are disproportionally affected compared to non-frontline HCWs. The problem with managing sleep-wake cycles and anxiety symptoms were highly endorsed among frontline HCWs. As psychosocial interventions are likely to be constrained owing to the pandemic, mental health care must first be directed to frontline HCWs.

scholarly journals PMS84 Derivation of Severity Index for Rheumatoid Arthritis and its Effect on Health Care Outcomes

2012 ◽  
Vol 15 (4) ◽  
pp. A49
Author(s):  
O. Baser ◽  
L. Wang ◽  
L. Xie ◽  
J. Du ◽  
H. Wang
Keyword(s):  
Rheumatoid Arthritis ◽  
Health Care ◽  
Severity Index ◽  
Health Care Outcomes ◽  
Care Outcomes

Biomedical Waste Management

2016 ◽  
Vol 70 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
Biljana Shikoska ◽  
Cena Dimova ◽  
Gjorgji Schumanov ◽  
Vlado Vankovski
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Medical Waste ◽  
Health Care Facilities ◽  
Care Workers ◽  
Care Facilities ◽  
Blood Banks ◽  
Dental Practices ◽  
Research Facilities ◽  
Health Care Waste ◽  
Poor Management

Abstract Medical waste is all waste material generated in health care facilities, such as hospitals, clinics, physician’s offices, dental practices, blood banks, and veterinary hospitals/ clinics, as well as medical research facilities and laboratories. Poor management of health care waste potentially exposes health care workers, waste handlers, patients and the community at large to infection, toxic effects and injuries, and risks polluting the environment. It is essential that all medical waste materials have to be segregated at the point of generation, appropriately treated and disposed of safety.

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