scholarly journals A Crossectional Study of Rajayakshma Symptoms in HIV Positive Patients

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (4) ◽  
pp. 796-799
Author(s):  
Saurabh Bajirao Kadam ◽  
Shital Rahul Rasane ◽  
Atul Viraj Wadagale
Keyword(s):  
Antibody Test ◽  
Survey Study ◽  
Hiv Positive ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Not Given ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Person Following ◽  
Causative Factors ◽  
Hiv Symptoms

Background: According to Ayurveda, the HIV Symptoms may be correlated with Rajayakshama (Kshaya). The Symptoms, causative factors and treatment for the latter were found mentioned in many ancient Ayurvedic texts. Present study was aimed to assess the correlation of Rajayakshama symptoms described in Charak Samhita and symptoms seen in HIV positive patient. Material and Method: Present study was a Cross-sectional Survey Study, conducted in patientsof 25 - 50 years age group, irrespective of sex, religion, economic & marital status, diagnosed patients of HIV antibody test positive minimum 2 year ago.Results: Maximum number of HIV patient were from 31-40 years age group(67%). Majority of HIV patients were Female (81%).53 % patients’ were HIV Antibody Test Positive more than 2 year ago & 47% patients were more than 10 year ago.97 % patients were on ART Medication and only 3% patients were not given ART Medication.Ansatapa, Jwara and Parshwashulawere observed in all 100% patient. other symptoms Shirashula(99%); Aruchi(96%);Swarabheda(94%); Swasa(87%); Kasa(60%), Atisara(51 %); Raktasthivana(12%) and Raktavamana(4%). 69% cases were observed with 8-11 symptoms of Rajayakshma. 30% cases had 5-7 symptoms and only 1% cases had 1-4 symptoms of Rajayakshma.Conclusion: this disease is more related to mental status of the person. Following Dinacharya, Rutucharya, Sadvrittapalana, Aachararasayana etc. explained in Ayurveda will definitely help in treating AIDS and improving patient’s health.

scholarly journals Changes in social behavior over time in the COVID-19 pandemic

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Megan M Sheehan ◽  
Elizabeth R. Pfoh ◽  
Sidra Speaker ◽  
Michael B. Rothberg
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
United States ◽  
Social Behavior ◽  
The United States ◽  
Survey Study ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Group A ◽  
Over Time

Public health recommendations aimed at limiting spread of SARS-CoV-2 have encouraged social distancing and masks as economies across the United States re-open. Understanding adherence to these guidelines will inform further efforts to reduce transmission. In this repeated cross-sectional survey study, we describe changes in social behavior in Ohio during periods of declining and rising cases. While essential activities remained consistent over time, more individuals attended gatherings of 10 or more people as cases rose, particularly in the 18-29 age group. A majority of individuals wore masks. It appears necessary to continue limiting gatherings and encourage mask-wearing, particularly among younger groups.

scholarly journals IMPACT OF AHARAJA AND VIHARAJA NIDAN IN PANDU W.S.R. TO DIETARY AND LIFE STYLE FACTORS IN ANAEMIA

2020 ◽  
pp. 54-60
Author(s):  
Afroja Yeasmin Akhtar Roji ◽  
Santu Maiti
Keyword(s):  
Socioeconomic Status ◽  
Psychological Factors ◽  
West Bengal ◽  
Economic Status ◽  
Survey Study ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Modern System ◽  
Urban People

Anaemia is an extremely prevalent condition common in all human of all ages, living in all condition and continents. It has got serious consequences for both the human health as well as the socioeconomic status of the country). Globally, 50% of anemia is attributable to iron deficiency and accounts for approximately 841,000 deaths annually worldwide. According to Ayurveda as well as in modern system of medicine has accepted that Aharaja nidan (diet & regimen) and Viharaja (lifestyle factors) are plays an important role in pathogenesis of Pandu (anaemia). The aim of the study was to identify those factors among the age group 10 to 60 years and to create the awareness to the community in the future. A cross sectional survey study was conducted in 120 patients of Pandu attending the OPD & IPD of Shyamadas Vaidya shastra pith hospital in Kolkata West Bengal, irrespective of their sex, religions & economic status through collecting data by questionnaires and they have been observed on dietary, physical, and psychological factors. The obtaining data revealed that especially female participants, rural as well as urban people, people from low & middle economic status were suffering from Pandu due to inadequate, improper intake of Aharaja & Viraja nidan.  After evaluation of these factors, it can be concluded that, Aharaja & Viharaja nidan had been justified in the pathogenesis of Pandu which was depicted in different Ayurvedic compendium & about the scenario of Nidan in this particular population were suffering from Pandu.

scholarly journals Correlation between Nidana (etiological factors) and symptoms of Purishavaha Strotodushti - A cross sectional survey study

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (3) ◽  
pp. 623-630
Author(s):  
Ravin Sundarlal Chandak ◽  
Abhinandan Muke
Keyword(s):  
Strong Correlation ◽  
Mixed Type ◽  
Survey Study ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Etiological Factors ◽  
Causative Factors ◽  
Prevention And Treatment ◽  
Obstructive Defecation ◽  
Diet Pattern

Introduction: Strotasa a unique concept explained in Ayurveda are the channels (micro/macro) through which constituents for nourishment of Sharira bhava(body constituents)are constantly circulated. Functioning of Purishvaha Strotasa (channels for feces transportation and transformation) deals with the formation, retention and evacuation of feces. Symptoms caused by vitiation of Purishvaha Strotasa are primarily concerned with defecation. For prevention and treatment of diseases related to Purishvaha Strotasa one must account for Nidana(causative factors) those vitiates the Strotasa.  Aim of study: To survey correlation if any between causative factors stated for vitiation of Purishvaha Strotasa and symptoms of Purishvaha Stroto dushti observed in patients. Material and methods: A cross sectional survey was carried out on 120 patients suffering from vitiation of Purishvaha Strotasa above age of 60 years irrespective of sex, religion and diet pattern. Patients were surveyed with help of questionnaire designed to evaluate Strotasa Parikshana (examination), Nidana for Purishvaha Stroto dushti. Observation and results: 66.66% of participants had mixed type of diet, 95% of patients had passage of sticky foul smelling stool. Bristol Stool Chart observations revealed80 % of patient were having hard stool. All (100%) patients had modified ODS (Obstructive Defecation System) Longo score more than 16. One or more causative factors stated in Charaka Samhita for vitiation of Purishvaha Strotasa were observed in all surveyed patients with Purishvega Sandharana- suppression of an urge to defecate (66.66%) and Adhyashana– overeating when previous food is undigested (62.5%)being more prevalent. Conclusion: Outcome of study asserts a strong correlation between Nidana (etiological factors) and symptoms of Purishvaha stroto dushti.

Knowledge and Communication of the National Core Standards Tool

2018 ◽  
Vol 20 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Winnie Thembisile Maphumulo ◽  
Busisiwe Bhengu
Keyword(s):  
Pearson Correlation ◽  
Healthcare Delivery ◽  
Healthcare Providers ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Quality Of Healthcare ◽  
Survey Study ◽  
Public Healthcare ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Professional Nurses

The National Department of Health in South Africa has introduced the National Core Standards (NCS) tool to improve the quality of healthcare delivery in all public healthcare institutions. Knowledge of the NCS tool is essential among healthcare providers. This study investigated the level of knowledge on NCS and how the NCS tool was communicated among professional nurses. This was a cross-sectional survey study. Purposive sampling technique was used to select hospitals that only offered tertiary services in KwaZulu-Natal. Six strata of departments were selected using simple stratified sampling. The population of professional nurses in the selected hospitals was 3 050. Systematic random sampling was used to recruit 543 participants. The collected data were analysed using SPSS version 25. The study showed that only 16 (3.7%) respondents had knowledge about NCS, using McDonald’s standard of learning outcome measured criteria regarding the NCS tool. The Pearson correlation coefficient between the communication and knowledge was r = 0.055. The results revealed that although the communication scores for the respondents were high their knowledge scores remained low. This study concluded that there is a lack of knowledge regarding the NCS tool and therefore healthcare institutions need to commit themselves to the training of professional nurses regarding the NCS tool. The findings suggest that healthcare institutions implement the allocation of incentives for nurses that attend the workshops for NCS.

Psychological Impacts of COVID-19 During the First Nationwide Lockdown in Vietnam: Web-Based, Cross-Sectional Survey Study (Preprint)

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Khanh Ngoc Cong Duong ◽  
Tien Nguyen Le Bao ◽  
Phuong Thi Lan Nguyen ◽  
Thanh Vo Van ◽  
Toi Phung Lam ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Psychological Distress ◽  
General Population ◽  
Psychological Health ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Survey Study ◽  
Limited Information ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Event Scale ◽  
The Impact

BACKGROUND The first nationwide lockdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic was implemented in Vietnam from April 1 to 15, 2020. Nevertheless, there has been limited information on the impact of COVID-19 on the psychological health of the public. OBJECTIVE This study aimed to estimate the prevalence of psychological issues and identify the factors associated with the psychological impact of COVID-19 during the first nationwide lockdown among the general population in Vietnam. METHODS We employed a cross-sectional study design with convenience sampling. A self-administered, online survey was used to collect data and assess psychological distress, depression, anxiety, and stress of participants from April 10 to 15, 2020. The Impact of Event Scale-Revised (IES-R) and the Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale-21 (DASS-21) were utilized to assess psychological distress, depression, anxiety, and stress of participants during social distancing due to COVID-19. Associations across factors were explored using regression analysis. RESULTS A total of 1385 respondents completed the survey. Of this, 35.9% (n=497) experienced psychological distress, as well as depression (n=325, 23.5%), anxiety (n=195, 14.1%), and stress (n=309, 22.3%). Respondents who evaluated their physical health as average had a higher IES-R score (beta coefficient [B]=9.16, 95% CI 6.43 to 11.89), as well as higher depression (B=5.85, 95% CI 4.49 to 7.21), anxiety (B=3.64, 95% CI 2.64 to 4.63), and stress (B=5.19, 95% CI 3.83 to 6.56) scores for DASS-21 than those who rated their health as good or very good. Those who self-reported their health as bad or very bad experienced more severe depression (B=9.57, 95% CI 4.54 to 14.59), anxiety (B=7.24, 95% CI 3.55 to 10.9), and stress (B=10.60, 95% CI 5.56 to 15.65). Unemployment was more likely to be associated with depression (B=3.34, 95% CI 1.68 to 5.01) and stress (B=2.34, 95% CI 0.84 to 3.85). Regarding worries about COVID-19, more than half (n=755, 54.5%) expressed concern for their children aged <18 years, which increased their IES-R score (B=7.81, 95% CI 4.98 to 10.64) and DASS-21 stress score (B=1.75, 95% CI 0.27 to 3.24). The majority of respondents (n=1335, 96.4%) were confident about their doctor’s expertise in terms of COVID-19 diagnosis and treatment, which was positively associated with less distress caused by the outbreak (B=–7.84, 95% CI –14.58 to –1.11). CONCLUSIONS The findings highlight the effect of COVID-19 on mental health during the nationwide lockdown among the general population in Vietnam. The study provides useful evidence for policy decision makers to develop and implement interventions to mitigate these impacts. CLINICALTRIAL

scholarly journals Study addiction and ‘dark’ personality traits: a cross-sectional survey study among emerging adults

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-14
Author(s):  
Kagan Kircaburun ◽  
İrfan Süral ◽  
Evita March ◽  
Sabah Balta ◽  
Emrah Emirtekin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Personality Traits ◽  
Emerging Adults ◽  
Survey Study ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional
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