Microbial and Chemical Characteristics of Doogh (Iranian Fermented Milk Drink)

Background. Regarding the increasing public health concerns about the safety of foodstuffs, the current survey was designed to argue the presence of preservatives (e.g., sodium benzoate (SB), potassium sorbate (PS), and natamycin) and also the level of salt and fungi in 148 samples of yoghurt drink “Doogh.” Methods. The enumeration of fungi and determination of salt content of samples were performed according to the standard procedures. Preservative determination was performed by reverse phase high-performance liquid chromatography with UV detection (RV-HPLC-UV). Results. 0.1% of the total analyzed samples was above the permitted level of Iranian standard for SB (0%), while PS was not detected in any of them. Furthermore, natamycin in 0.11% of the analyzed samples had more than the permissible level of Iranian standard. Additionally, about 15% of the tested samples was higher than the Iranian standard level for fungi (<102 CFU/mL). The average amount of salt in the tested Doogh samples and also in the examined Kefir samples was significantly ( P < 0.001 ) lower than the standard amount of salt (<0.8 g/100). Conclusion. In conclusion, the quality of Doogh and Kefir samples were acceptable in terms of salt content. Kefir had a significantly ( P ≤ 0.001 ) lower amount of salt in comparison with Doogh. Taken together, underlining the results of the present study, no significant public health concern would exist respecting the mentioned additives.

Knowledge, attitude and practice of infection control from aerosol generating procedure in clinical setting among dentist during COVID-19 pandemic: A multi centric survey

Dentistry is the profession in which there is a high risk of contagion due to the exposure to aerosol/droplets, saliva and blood which is produce during the majority of dental procedures. SARS-CoV-2 therefore can be transmitted from an infected individuals through inhalation of aerosol/droplets or by direct contact with mucous membrane, oral fluids, contaminated instruments and surfaces. The present study was proposed to assess the level of awareness, perception, and attitude regarding COVID-19 and infection control among dentists. It was concluded that the dentists involved in the current survey showed satisfactory knowledge and a positive attitude towards COVID-19 during the outbreak.

Exploring Health Care Sector using AI with IoT

The new progressions in the Internet of Things (IoT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) changed the traditional medical care framework into intelligent medical care. By consolidating key innovations, for example, IoT and AI, clinical benefits can be improved. The intermingling of IoT and AI offers various freedoms in the medical care area. the current survey article presents AI and IoT innovations in various fields. Like AI and IoT are utilized to recognize infections at introductory stages, keepa record of the relative activity of exercises, is extremely useful at the hours of crisis, deals with physical just as psychological wellness. It will likewise save a ton of cost and will be utilized for enormous scope.

Current distribution of Zostera seagrass meadows along the Bulgarian Black Sea coast (SW Black Sea, Bulgaria) (2010-2020)

The current distribution of Zostera spp. seagrass meadows along the Bulgarian Black Sea coast was studied. We used a combination of historical and recent observations of the habitat along the studied coastline. Remote sensing data (satellite images, sonar side-scans) was groundtruthed with georeferenced drop camera observations, scuba diving sampling and georeferenced scuba diving photo and video transects. Тhe total area of the habitat type ‘MB548 - Black Sea seagrass meadows on lower infralittoral sands’ (EUNIS habitat type list 2019) in the study area is 916.9 ha, of which only 17.9 ha are in man-made sheltered environments (harbours). All seagrass meadows identified in 1978-79 were also located during the current survey, despite the increased eutrophication pressure and overall degradation of benthic habitats in the W Black Sea during the 1980s and early 1990s.

First Record of the Asian Longhorned Tick Haemaphysalis longicornis in Missouri

ABSTRACT The Asian longhorned tick, Haemaphysalis longicornis, is an invasive species, originally from eastern Asia, and was first reported in the USA in New Jersey. It is now reported in several eastern states. In 2018, researchers reported H. longicornis in northwest Arkansas (Benton County). This tick species is a proven vector of livestock and human diseases, which prompted the current survey of ticks in southwest Missouri. A tick drag in Greene County, Missouri, produced 2 H. longicornis nymphs on June 9, 2021. This is the first report of this species for both the state and county.

Virtual Reality for Modern Society

Treatment and recovery of the intellectual, mental, and engine sequela of focal sensory system brokenness regularly depends on appraisal instruments to illuminate conclusion and to follow changes in clinical status. Regularly, these evaluations utilize paper-and-pencil psychometrics, involved simple/PC tests, and rating of conduct inside the setting of true useful conditions. The current survey talks about the utilization of virtual reality (VR) innovation in clinical medication, particularly in careful preparing, torment the board and restorative treatment of psychological maladjustment. We present the regular kinds of VR test systems and their operational standards in previously mentioned fields. The clinical impacts are additionally talked about. In pretty much every examination that managed VR test systems, scientists have come to a similar end result that the two specialists and patients could profit by this novel innovation. In addition, favourable circumstances and burdens of the use of VR innovation in each field were talked about, and the future exploration headings were proposed

2020 Association for Applied and Clinical Sociology Membership Survey

The Association for Applied and Clinical Sociology (AACS) was formed in 2005 by the merger of the Society for Applied Sociology and the Sociological Practice Association giving name recognition to both applied and clinical sociology, and a professional home for all sociological practitioners. In an effort to provide greater benefit and value to members, and to better meet the needs of its members, the AACS conducted a membership survey. On October 9, 2020, a membership survey was sent to AACS members to gather data. While the current survey results could have benefited from a greater response rate, the data gathered provides some degree of insight to members’ characteristics and attitudes toward the AACS. It is recommended that the AACS consider conducting future membership studies periodically to determine how to better meet member needs, and to estimate the value of AACS to its members.

Survey on the Incidence of Covid19 Among Dentists Working in Dental Hospital Attached with Dental College

Introduction: Covid 19 is primarily a pneumonia associated viral infection that originated from Wuhan city in December 2019.The spread of novel coronavirus occurs through direct close contact with COVID-19 patients within one metre of the infected person and the rate of spread is enhanced especially if they do not cover their face when coughing or sneezing. The novel virus also spreads by the droplets surviving on surfaces and clothes for many days. The current study focuses on analysing the vulnerability of the dental population to covid19, and the study also deals with analysis of the knowledge among the dentists regarding the diagnosis, prevention and treatment protocols of Covid19. Materials And Method: A manual survey was conducted with the self structured questionnaire prepared using google docs. An total of 1000 responses were received. The responses recorded were analysed and statistical analysis was performed Results: The current survey results depict that around 97.14% of the participants were [1] [2] affected with covid19 and among them around 74.23% of the population did not get admitted in hospital and self quarantined themselves and took nutrition rich diet to recover from covid19 infection. Conclusion: The study results within the limitation depicted that there is adequate awareness,knowledge on all aspects with regards to the pandemic outbreak novel corona virus. Study also shows the vulnerability of dentists in any community outbreak of any size.it also shows the disease management strategy handled by the local community.

Domestic Filth Flies in New Haven, Connecticut: A Case Study on the Effects of Urbanization and Climate Change by Comparing Fly Populations after 78 Years

Changes in common and widespread insect populations such as the domestic filth fly in urban cities are useful and relevant bioindicators for overall changes in the insect biomass. The current study surveyed necrophagous flies by placing a weekly trap from June–September over a two-year period in the city of New Haven, Connecticut, to compare data on fly abundance and diversity with data collected 78 years earlier. Climate and land cover changes were also assessed in combination with the fly population for each period. The survey results suggest the domestic filth fly population is now less diverse with decreased species richness and changes in the relative abundance of species. In both surveys, 95–96% of the population was composed of only three species. The current survey data indicate the numerical dominance of Lucilia sericata has decreased, the abundance of several species, notably Lucilia coeruleiviridis, has increased, and Lucilia illustris is absent. Species that showed a significant interaction with temperature in the 1940s survey have now increased in abundance, with several of the trapped species continuing to show an interaction with temperature and rainfall. Analysis of the land cover and climate data characterizes the trap site as a region exposed to a prolonged period of industrialization and urbanization, with only 7% of the land cover remaining undeveloped and over 50% impervious, coupled with an increase in temperature and rainfall. This study serves as a model for changes in domestic filth fly populations and other insects in similarly highly urbanized established cities.

Impact of Covid-19 Outbreak Pandemic on the Radiotherapy Practice: A Survey Study of Indian States

Background & objectives: Immunocompromised cancer patients are venerable for the infection and so the professionals involved in radiotherapy too. The objective of this online survey was to assess the impact of Covid-19 on radiotherapy practices, safety measures taken by the radiotherapy professionals during the peak of Covid-19 infection in India. Methods: Structured questionnaire was shared online to assess the awareness and knowledge pertaining to safety of protective items, importance and method of screening, QA of the instruments, safety measures taken in radiotherapy department, methods of the sanitization, use of mask and methods of Covid-19 waste managements. Results: Survey results indicated that almost all participants (97.4%) were aware of the severity of Covid-19 virus. In safety at the individual level, 51.3% of the staff reported changing hand gloves before handling new patients and 41% did not follow the same. In this survey, regarding working days (in a week), employees were working for six days in 56.4% centres, 28.2 % centres for three days of a week and remaining 15.4% centres were operational with five days of week. At 38.5% centres, radiotherapy personals found infected with the virus however large number of centres (53.8%) revealed that so far, no radiotherapy professionals got infected. Interpretation & conclusions: The current survey comprised 31 questions pertaining to various aspects of radiotherapy practices and radiotherapy professional safety from Covid infections and changes followed due to Covid-19 epidemic. The individual professional’s inputs could help to deal with such epidemic in even better way.