bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Ayurveda for management of migraine: A narrative review of clinical evidence
Authors: Soman Akhila , Venkatram Shivakumar , Chikkanna Umesh , Ramakrishna Kishore K. , Bhargav Hemanth , Mailankody Pooja , Varambally Shivarama
Published: September 2022

Migraine is a primary headache disorder characterized by recurrent attacks. The economic and societal burden of migraine is substantial, affecting patients’ quality of life in terms of work, social activities, and family life. This article attempts to review the available literature for clinical evidence of Ayurveda in the management of migraines. We performed a literature search from January 2000 to July 2020 on popular search engines such as Pub Med, Google Scholar, and AYUSH Research Portal using the keywords “Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) and Migraine”, “Ayurveda and Migraine” and “Panchakarma and Migraine”. The selection criteria involved published clinical trials, including pilot studies, whereas review articles, concept papers, letters to the editor, and studies published in languages other than English were excluded. Out of 77 studies that were screened, 12 articles that satisfied the selection criteria consisted of six Randomized controlled Trials (RCTs), five non-RCTs, and one pilot study. Among them, ten studies used polyherbal and Herbo mineral formulations, two studies contained no oral medications, three trials utilized external therapies, and ten studies used panchakarma procedures. Eleven studies found Ayurveda to be clinically beneficial as monotherapy, while one study demonstrated the usefulness of Ayurveda as an add-on to conventional management. This review reveals the beneficial role of Ayurveda in the management of migraines without many side effects. Yet several limitations exist, like small sample size, short follow up, and lack of better outcome measures for pre and post-assessments. Future research should overcome these limitations and follow a robust methodology so that definitive conclusions can be drawn.
Funding opportunities for higher learning, medical and nursing research in India: An overview
Authors: Verma Ranjana , Phalswal Uma , Shafquat Nassema , George Jisa
Published: September 2022

Medical research is an important aspect of medical education and is required to maintain quality. Funding can assist a researcher in doing extensive research in a certain area by boosting study variables, sample size and use of sophisticated state-of-the-art equipments. India’s funding for health research is limited, and only a small percentage of that is used for public health research. Many health professionals have a lot of great ideas for health-related research but do not know where to start looking for financing. A review was created to help medical and nursing professionals to find the correct funding source for their research. There are many governments’ organisations in India, which provide funds for research, grants and higher learning research fellowships. We tried to give an overview of some organisations with their benefits. This review includes the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB), India Alliance, Department of Science and Technology (DST), Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), Department of Health Research (DHR), Trained Nurses Association of India (TNAI), and the Nursing Research Society of India (NRSI). This review makes aware health professionals to the funding agency as well as the time of funding and fellowship application.
How Indian obese population managed their lifestyle during first and second lockdown during COVID-19 pandemic? - A comparative study
Authors: Jadon Ranveer Singh , Tripathi Divya , Payal  , Mittal Mansi , Pandey Mayank , Gupta Karishma , Allen Swati , Ray Animesh , Ranjan Piyush , Sethi Prayas , Vikram Naval K.
Published: September 2022

Background:

People from all over the world have been affected by the COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2) pandemic. The lockdown during the pandemic has impacted the lifestyle of most of the population. The aim of the present study is to compare the effect of COVID lockdown-1 and lockdown-2 on the lifestyle of the obese Indian population.

Methods:

This was a cross-sectional study conducted during the COVID-19 lockdown on obese adults. A well-structured questionnaire was developed and administered among the study population. The study was conducted in two phases (lockdown-1 and lockdown-2). A total of 390 subjects were included in the study (260 subjects in the lockdown-1 phase and 130 subjects in the lockdown-2 phase). Data on diet, sleep, stress, and physical activity were obtained and analyzed.

Results:

The mean age of the participants of phase-1 in the study was 41.7 ± 10.2 years and the participants of phase-2 were 44.5 ± 9.2 years. Statistically significant differences were observed between lockdown-1 and lockdown-2 in terms of monitoring of weight and other comorbid conditions, changes in the consumption of refined flour and processed foods, sugar and sugar-sweetened foods, oils and ghee, duration of physical activity, changes in the duration of sleep, and the stress levels related to COVID-19 (P < 0.001).

Conclusion:

The impact of the lockdowns on health was very significant and different areas of lifestyle were affected in both the lockdowns. Weight gain was reported in both phases of the lockdown. The monitoring of health parameters, eating frequency, diet, and stress levels were affected during lockdown-1, whereas during lockdown-2, sleep duration and physical activity were affected. A comprehensive lifestyle modification plan is required to be developed to avoid these effects in the future.
Role of vaccination in COVID-19
Authors: Bawaskar Himamtrao Saluba , Bawaskar Pramodini Himmatrao
Published: September 2022

Immune response after first and second dose of covishield vaccination is studied. Both doses stimulate the immune response. We report here that there is rise in herd immunity. Third or booster dose is essential only in compromised patients.
CoRe study: COVID-19 and remdesivir: An insight into the current health planning and policy
Authors: Samim MM , Dhar Debjyoti , Singh Vikram , B.S Nagaraja , M.S Shahyan , Dey Treshita , Parvin Naznin , Dutta Debayan , Shah Rutul D , M Bhavesh , Goyal Sheeetal , Kariyappa Mallesh , Saha Subhrakamal , Goswami Preetam , Das Debarup , Shah Shivani , KN Ramesh , Shekhar Jaipuriar
Published: September 2022

Introduction:

The ongoing coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has witnessed rampant use of the repurposed drug, remdesivir, despite its conflicting evidence and rapidly changing guidelines.

Methods:

A cross-sectional, country-wide, questionnaire-based, electronic survey was conducted among the healthcare professionals involved in COVID-19 management from April 18 to May 18, 2021.

Results:

Out of 231 responses, 185 were included. Significantly, greater knowledge of trials was reported by the frontline healthcare professionals compared to those who are not involved in COVID-19 care. Medicine practitioners and pulmonologists expressed greater willingness to continue remdesivir (Odds ratio (OR) 5.329, 95% Confidence interval (CI) 2.31–12.291 and 5.063, 95% CI 1.414–18.129, respectively). The rationale attributed was personal experience, current guidelines, non-availability of any alternate antiviral drug, expert recommendations, and local hospital policy either alone (20%, 8.1%, 5.9%, 2.7%, and 2.2%, respectively) or in combination (46.5%, 39.5%, 29.2%, 21.1%, and 15.7%, respectively). Awareness of evidence and knowledge of landmark studies made no statistically significant impact on clinical decision-making. Improved clinical outcomes were reported by 10/22 (45.4%) practitioners who used remdesivir for unconventional indications.

Conclusion:

The study throws critical insights into the current perspectives of doctors on remdesivir in clinical management and its potential impact on current health planning strategies.
Morphological study of the menisci of the knee joint in human cadaver in Jharkhand population
Authors: Gupta Govind Kumar , Kumar Prashant , Rani Sudha , Kumari Anita
Published: September 2022

Introduction:

Sports are the leading cause of joint injuries, particularly in the knees. Knee menisci are an important functional unit that aids in load distribution and hence reduces stress on the knee joint. Meniscal morphology provides information on exact size and shape, which is important for meniscal transplantation in cases of meniscal damage. The study’s goal is to determine the morphological variation in the shape of menisci, as well as the width and thickness of menisci.

Method:

This study was conducted at the Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) Ranchi, Department of Anatomy. In this study, 100 menisci were taken from 50 adult cadaver knee joints available in the dissection hall.

Result:

Six morphological kinds of menisci were identified after a morphological and morphometric study of 100 menisci. The most common crescent-shaped menisci (96%) were found in 50 medial menisci (MM), while the most common C-shaped menisci were found in 50 lateral menisci (LM, 94%). There was no statistically significant difference in thickness between the anterior, middle, and posterior thirds of the MM in the morphometric analysis. The thickest section of the lateral meniscus (LM) was in the middle third. There was no significant variation in the width of the LM among the different thirds in the current study. The posterior portion of the medial meniscus (MM), on the other hand, was the widest.

Conclusion:

The findings of this study support meniscal anatomy in terms of surgical technique and arthroscopy of the knee joint, as well as contributing to a better understanding of meniscal architecture and meniscal transplantation. As a result, health workers who treat meniscal injuries should be aware of the probable anatomical differences.
Infodemics during era of COVID-19 pandemic: A review of literature
Authors: Sharma Lokesh D. , Joshi Krupal J. , Acharya Tejas A. , Dwivedi Manish G. , Sethy Ghanashyam B.
Published: September 2022

The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, caused by the new coronavirus severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), has spread across the globe and has affected the health of millions of people. During the pandemic, social media was the major source of information for isolated and anxious people. Infodemics is defined as “an overburden of information – some accurate and some not – that makes it hard for people to find trustworthy source and reliable guidance when they need it.” Misinformation raised out of infodemics during COVID-19 created many serious issues regarding the prevention and treatment of COVID-19. With the help of available literature, we aimed to review the role of infodemic in relation to worsening of COVID-19 spread and vaccine utilization with possible preventable measures to control infodemic. Various social media platforms were a major source of infodemic. The active role of world agencies, narrative guidelines by the local authority, use of artificial intelligence (AI) by social media platforms and active participation of community and health care professionals can control infodemics effectively.
Evaluation of hematological parameters in pulmonary tuberculosis patients
Authors: Shah Amar R. , Desai Killol N. , Maru Alpeshkumar M.
Published: September 2022

Introduction:

Tuberculosis (TB) is the most common infectious disease caused by mycobacterium tuberculosis. Apart from the lungs, tuberculosis also affects the bone marrow. There are significant hematological abnormalities that occur in association with tuberculosis. So we can use these hematological parameters as a marker for the diagnosis, prognosis, and response to therapy.

Aims:

To evaluate the hematological parameters in pulmonary tuberculosis patients.

Methods and Materials:

A total of 70 diagnosed tuberculosis patients and 70 healthy controls were selected by purposive sampling in this study. About 4 ml of venous blood was collected with proper aseptic precaution. 2 ml ethylenediamine tetra acetic acid (EDTA) tube blood was used for hematological analysis by using Siemens Advia 2120i 5-part hematology analyzer. Rest 2 ml blood was used for measurement of erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) by Wintrobe’s method.

Results:

The hemoglobin, packed cell volume (PCV), and blood indices values were significantly lower compared to healthy controls in both sexes. White blood cell (WBC) count, absolute neutrophil count, platelet count, and ESR values were significantly increased in tuberculosis patients as compared to healthy controls and were found to be statistically significant (P-value < 0.05).

Conclusions:

To measure hematological parameters in tuberculosis is a simple and cost-effective method to predict the course of the disease and monitor complications in developing countries like India.
Effects of melatonin and N-acetylcysteine on aluminum phosphide poisoning in rats
Authors: Parvizrad Ramin , Marghamlki Elahe Ghorbani , Nikfar Somayeh , Dermani Sara Khalili
Published: September 2022

Introduction:

Aluminum phosphide (ALP) poisoning is one of the deadliest types of poisoning in the world. The antioxidant properties of melatonin and N-acetylcysteine and their effects on reducing cell death have been identified. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of N-acetylcysteine and melatonin in the treatment of aluminum phosphide poisoning in rats.

Materials and Methods:

Fifty male Wistar rats weighing 200–250 g were tested in five groups of ten. The first group was the control group; the second group received (10 mg/kg) of ALP, the third group received (10 mg/kg) of ALP and (10 mg/kg) of melatonin, the fourth group received (10 mg/kg) of ALP and (10 mg/kg) of N-acetylcysteine, and the last group received (10 mg/kg) of ALP and (10 mg/kg) of melatonin and N-acetylcysteine. The plasma of samples was isolated, and the activity of antioxidant enzymes (glutathione S-transferase (GST), Superoxide dismutase (SOD), and catalase (CAT)) was analyzed.

Results:

The concentrations of CAT, GST, Glutathione, GSH were decreased in plasma, liver, and kidneys of mice treated with aluminum phosphide; also, the concentrations of aspartate aminotransferase (AST), ALT, and AlK were increased (P < 0.05), while the activity of SOD did not change significantly (P > 0.05). Treatment with N-acetylcysteine and melatonin led to an increase in the activity of CAT, GST, and GSH in plasma, liver, and kidney. After the administration of N-acetylcysteine and melatonin to mice, the levels of all enzymes were close to normal, and the mice survived for 12–15 hours after administration.

Discussion:

The administration of N-acetylcysteine (NAC) and melatonin at a dose of 10 mg/kg improves hepatic manifestations and prevents liver necrosis; also, they are considered potential therapeutic agents in the treatment of this poisoning.
A review on cultural competency in medical education
Authors: Rukadikar Charushila , Mali Snehalata , Bajpai Ritu , Rukadikar Atul , Singh Amit K.
Published: September 2022

Cultural competency is a wide notion with a variety of academic bases and differing perspectives on how it should be implemented. While it is widely acknowledged that cultural competency should be an element of general practise, there is a paucity of literature in this area. It has been commonly claimed that cultural competency is a fundamental prerequisite for working well with persons from different cultural backgrounds. Medical students must learn how to connect successfully with patients from all walks of life, regardless of culture, gender, or financial background. Hence, National Medical Council (NMC) has included cultural competence as a course subject in the curriculum of medical education. The opportunities and concept of Competency Based Medical Education, the inclusion of cultural competency in medical course by NMC, various models and practice skill of cultural competence in medical education are discussed in this paper. This study will be useful to researchers who are looking at cultural competency as a research variable that influences study result.
Methotrexate induced pneumonitis – A case report and review of literature
Authors: V Vinay , Munjal Sushil K. , Verma Paras , Jain Sandeep , B Ompradeep Yadav , Sharma Amit
Published: September 2022

Methotrexate (MTX) is the commonly preferred drug in the treatment of various chronic inflammatory conditions. An uncommon, life-threatening, and fatal event associated with methotrexate use is methotrexate-induced pneumonitis (M-pneu). M-pneu does not correlate with the dosage, duration, or method of administration. We present a case of M-pneu in a diagnosed rheumatoid arthritis patient after six years of initiation of MTX. Prompt recognition, withdrawal, and supportive therapy have a positive outcome. If untreated, M-pneu has a proven fatality of 17–30% in published cases.
Infant care practices among mothers attending well-baby clinics at primary health care centers in Unaizah city
Authors: Alobaysi Hoor M. , Jahan Saulat
Published: September 2022

Background:

Infant care, crucial for the well-being of infants, is an inherent human practice. Although there are important implications of infant care practices on infant health, there is a dearth of comprehensive studies covering all important aspects of infant care in an individual study.

Objectives:

To determine practices regarding infant feeding, infant sleep, use of pacifiers, and immunization, and to explore the association of these practices with mother’s demographic data.

Methods:

A cross-sectional study was conducted using a self-administrated questionnaire distributed among mothers attending well-baby clinics in Primary Health Care Centers (PHCCs), Unaizah city, Qassim region, Saudi Arabia. By using the two-stage cluster sampling method, 50 women participated from each of the four selected PHCCs, leading to a total of 200 participants. The survey was conducted from December 2020 to February 2021. Data were analyzed using SPSS software.

Results:

A total of 124 (62%) respondents were between the ages of 26 and 35 years, 64% had a bachelor’s degree, and 69.5% were housewives. Breastfeeding was practiced by 88% of women, 48% began infant weaning at 6 months of age, and 49% put their infant to sleep on their back. Up-to-date vaccination was reported for 188 (94%) infants. Infant pacifier use was reported by 58% of the respondents, and 82.5% of the participants had been offered formula milk for the newborn at the hospital. Vaginal delivery, absence of complications during pregnancy or labor, presence of a housemaid, and family income of more than 10,000 Saudi Riyals were significantly associated with better infant care practices.

Conclusion:

The study participants have good practices for certain infant care aspects such as immunization; however, improvement is needed for other practices, including weaning at the proper age, infant sleep position, and the use of pacifiers. Administrative measures are required to monitor the use of formula milk at hospitals and to enhance health education for mothers.
Social and health concerns of elderly women in rural area in Tirupur District, Tamil Nadu
Authors: Devi B. Narmatha , Megala M , Saravanakumar P.
Published: September 2022

Background:

Population ageing is a major challenging demographic transition with socioeconomic and health issues. Women constitute 55% of all older persons facing a lot of ill-health, social deprivation, etc., Globally various studies have reported the health issues in men and women as a whole. This study is done to explore out the social and health concerns particularly in elderly women in rural setting in Tiruppur District, Tamil Nadu.

Methods:

A cross-sectional study was conducted in Dharapuram Block, Tiruppur District by Multistage Random sampling during November 2019–February 2020. About 250 elderly women were interviewed for sociodemographic details, co-morbidities, quality of life (QOL), and health seeking behavior. Descriptive statistics, Chi-square test, and logistic regression were used for analysis. P < 0.05 was considered statistically significant.

Results:

Mean age of the participants was 65.59 ± 5.92. Only 27.6% were literate. 158 (63.2%) were widow, 43.2% living alone and 65% have more than 2 comorbidities. Majority had vision problem, hearing problem, and hypertension. About 61.2% consumed tobacco and 48% had sleep disturbances. In QOL, overall mean score was poor. Factors like illiteracy, poverty, poor awareness on health services, social factors like loneliness had negative impact on QOL.

Conclusions:

There is a high prevalence of social and health issues in the elderly women associated with poor QOL. Determinants like poverty, loneliness, poor awareness on health services have to be addressed at the level of primary healthcare to improve their QOL and reduce the burden of non-communicable diseases.
Haematology audit of 801 COVID-19 patients’ basics and beyond- Prospective observational study
Authors: Juneja Richa , Gadkari Rasika , Meshram Nisha , Selvaraj Kalaiselvi
Published: September 2022

Background and Objective:

COVID-19 has become a major health concern since 2020. Its clinical presentation varies from asymptomatic cases to cases with respiratory failure needing ICU management. It has created a huge burden on limited health care resources. We need better understanding of the pathogenesis and interplay between virus and other factors which decide outcome. We seek biomarkers to predict severe illness to offer better triaging of patients to provide hospital-based care to the patients at risk of severe illness.

Material and Methods:

We took 801 consecutive RT-PCR-positive COVID cases coming to our center. Their hematological work-up, such as complete blood count, peripheral smear, reticulocyte count, and G6PD activity, was tested. The pattern of hematological abnormalities was assessed across disease severity groups to identify predictors of severe illness from basic investigation. Also, the interplay between iron deficiency and possible hemoglobinopathy trait and COVID was explored.

Results, Discussion, and Conclusion:

We found old age, male gender, diabetes, neutrophilia, lymphopenia, monocytopenia, and eosinopenia at presentation to be associated with moderate to severe illness and may help in triaging with other inflammatory and radiological parameters. We found thrombocytosis rather than thrombocytopenia as a predictor of severe illness. Our preliminary findings suggest the need to explore the protective role of hemoglobinopathy traits and iron deficiency against severe COVID illness.
Assessment of exposure risk among healthcare workers exposed to confirmed cases of COVID-19 working in non-COVID zones of a teaching hospital in Northeast India: A cross-sectional study
Authors: Das Rituparna , Sengupta Bitan , Goswami Bidhan , Mog Chanda
Published: September 2022

Introduction:

Healthcare workers (HCWs) are at increased risk of acquiring the COVID-19 disease, if there is a breach in the personal protection while managing patients.

Objectives:

1. To estimate the pattern of risk exposure among healthcare workers exposed to confirmed cases of COVID-19 working in non-COVID zones of a Teaching Hospital, North-East India. 2. To determine the association between pattern of exposure with their COVID-19 status.

Materials and Method:

This was a hospital-based cross-sectional study conducted among all HCWs who had occupational exposure to laboratory confirmed COVID-19 cases between July and September 2020 in-non COVID zones of a major tertiary care hospital in Tripura.

Results:

The present study showed that 215 HCWs were exposed to confirmed cases of COVID-19 while working in non-COVID zones of the hospital. Among the exposed, 39.5% of HCWs had high-risk exposure and 8.8% of HCWs were detected as COVID-19 positive. A majority of the study subjects experienced exposure in the hospital wards (66.0%), in surgical departments (19.5%), had close contact (less than one meter distance) with positive COVID-19 cases (73.5%), and had an exposure of more than 15 minutes (51.2%). The COVID status of the exposed HCWs was significantly associated with no source control (P = 0.016), close contact with COVID-19 positive cases (P = 0.026), more duration of exposure (P < 0.05), use of any PPE (P = 0.000). COVID status was also significantly associated with the high-risk exposure of the participants (P = 0.000).

Conclusion:

Strict enforcement of the infection control measures like universal precautions should be practiced by HCWs to prevent hospital-acquired infections.
Gender inequalities in prevalence, pattern and predictors of multimorbidity among geriatric population in rural West Bengal
Authors: Sembiah Sembagamuthu , Dasgupta Aparajita , Taklikar Chandrashekhar S. , Paul Bobby , Bandyopadhyay Lina , Burman Jayeeta , Pawar Neeraj , N Subbakrishna
Published: September 2022

Context:

Multimorbidity is considered as a priority for global health research. It is defined as the coexistence of two or more chronic health conditions in an individual. It is increasingly being recognized as a major concern for primary care physicians due to its huge impact on individual, family, and societal level.

Aim:

The aim of this study was to find the quantum of gender-related inequalities and determinants of multimorbidity among the elderly people in a rural part of West Bengal.

Materials and Methods:

This is a cross-sectional study carried out among 246 elderly people (60 years and above) in a community setting from Oct 2017 to Sep 2018. Logistic regression analysis was done to find out the predictors of multimorbidity. Data were analyzed using the SPSS software (version 16.0. Chicago, SPSS Inc.).

Results:

Approximately 82% of the study subjects were suffering from multi-morbidity with a significant difference between males (80.9%) and females (88.5%). In binary logistics, people of both the genders aged >70 years, who had less than primary level education, had more than three children, whose source of income was from their children (sons/daughters), were dependent on others for daily routine were at high risk of being multimorbid; whereas depression was a significant predictor of multimorbidity in females and not in males. In multivariable analysis, age remained the only significant predictor for both the gender and for females; depression remained significant after adjusting with significant variables in binary logistics.

Conclusion:

Morbidity screening at each visit, individual as well as family counseling and lifestyle modifications help to cope with the rising burden of multimorbidity at the primary care level. More insight into the epidemiology of multi-morbidity is necessary to take steps to prevent it, lower its burden and align health-care services as per needs.
A review of the neurological complications of breast cancer
Authors: Hekmatnia Yasaman , Movahednia Nima , Hajhamidiasl Negin , Hekmat Elnaz , Hekmat Aida , Khademi Sara
Published: September 2022

Conducting broad assessments of the main burden of breast cancer is the core factor for improving overdiagnosis and overtreatment of breast cancer patients as well as their survival rates. Breast cancer patients may experience neurological complications that cause devastating effects on them. Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) and neuropathic pain are two of the most reported complications. Objective: This study aims to review the neurological complications of breast cancer and the ways to control and treat them. Comprehensive searches were carried out about the keywords of Breast Cancer, Neurological Complications, and Breast Cancer Consequences. These keywords were searched through the most well-known databases of MEDLINE, PUBMED, Cochrane Library, Best Evidence, CancerLit, HealthSTAR, and LegalTrac. In this regard, 83 articles were chosen to be included in this study from 2010 to 2021. The identification and treatment process of neurologic syndromes are not easy. The main neurologic syndromes which the breast cancer patients face are opsoclonus myoclonus syndrome (OMS), encephalitis, sensorimotor neuropathy, retinopathy, cerebellar degeneration, and stiff-person’s syndrome. CIPN and neuropathic pain are among the most prevalent side effects which are categorized as neurological complications and mainly seen 1 year after the management of breast cancer. Aiming to minimize the burden following the treatment of breast cancer, these complications should be diagnosed and treated accurately.
Coexisting spinal enthesopathy syndromes – A rare finding
Authors: Devani Kavin , Purandare Anup , Wankhade Ravi , Palave Prakash , Sharma Archana , Diyora Batuk
Published: September 2022

Ossification of the posterior longitudinal ligament (OPLL) is an uncommon spinal pathology. It can compress the spinal cord and result in a significant neurological deficit. Ossification of the ligamentum flavum (OLF) is a condition characterized by the formation of ectopic bone in the ligamentum flavum resulting in neurological impairment due to spinal cord compression. The coexistence of both these conditions is not frequently encountered. We present a unique case of a young male patient. He presented with weakness in both lower limbs, gait ataxia, and urinary symptoms due to spinal cord compression at lower dorsal and cervical levels due to OLF and OPLL, respectively.
Percutaneous vertebroplasty – Technique and review of literature
Authors: Mohanty Chandan B
Published: September 2022

Percutaneous vertebroplasty (PVP) is an “outpatient” procedure mainly used in osteoporotic vertebral fractures. This article aims to describe the author's technique and clinical results of PVP and also provides a broad overview of the pertinent literature focusing on the current status, controversies, and recent advances in the field of vertebral augmentation in the form of a narrative review.
COVID-19 Pandemic and its Influence
Authors: Ghosh Nilanjana
Published: September 2022

COVID-19 pandemic will be the most dreaded public health challenge world has ever faced and health-care workers play a crucial role in combating it, risking their own lives. Health workers serving COVID faced discrimination. Many new set up like COVID-19 screening clinics with complete new set of rules and logistics were set up. In North Bengal Medical College (NBMCH), it was functional round the clock since its inception. Our case that was a chronic smoker, alcoholic, and had records of defiant behavior was posted as a guard here. The anguish and pan of the patients attending, an increased job responsibility thrust on him along with the dependence of patients on his behavior brought about a change. Witnessing able tireless fearless leaderships from major wards, supportive supervision, empathy, and regular counseling sessions are thought to herald the positive behavioral change in him. The role of self-actualization theories and adoption of behaviors with effective health communications and theories of ergonomics were reinstated. Using health belief models, a deep understanding of the preventive behaviors was tried.
Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices Pertaining to COVID-19 among Pregnant Women
Authors: Nayak Pallabi , Rath Abhipsa , Mitra Subarna , Begum Jasmina
Published: September 2022

Background:

Since its emergence in 2019, COVID-19 has affected all groups of people across several countries. Updated information about the disease and its application is the key to halt the spread of infection. Although there have been widespread awareness campaigns on COVID-19, the level of awareness among vulnerable groups such as pregnant women needs to be evaluated.

Aims:

The aim of this study was to assess the level of knowledge, attitude, and practices toward COVID-19 among pregnant women and its association with various demographic variables.

Subjects and Methods:

This was a cross-sectional descriptive study conducted between July 1, 2020, and September 30, 2020. Assessment was done using a self-designed questionnaire. Participants scoring more than 50% marks in each section were considered to have adequate knowledge, positive attitude, and good practice. Statistical analysis was done using SPSS version 20.

Results:

The total number of pregnant women included was 244. About 59% of women had adequate knowledge about COVID transmission and protective measures. All women had a positive attitude toward preventive measures taken by the government. About 98% of women agreed that all preventive measures taken by the government were beneficial. Almost all (98%) women had good practice of safety measures such as social distancing, wearing masks, and frequent handwashing. However, no association was observed between demographic variables and level of knowledge, attitude, or practice.

Conclusion:

The study showed adequate knowledge and good practice by most pregnant women irrespective of their level of education and socioeconomic status. Targeted health education to pregnant women can further ensure safe practices during pregnancy.
State, Law, and Adivasi:Shifting Terrains of Exclusion
Authors: Linkenbach Antje , Verma Vidhu
Published: September 2022

This volume presents an overview of the relationship between the state, law, and Adivasis that have experienced a profound political shift due to privatization of natural resources. It discusses the role of the corporates and its impact on livelihoods of the Adivasis in India. For the Indian state, a significant challenge is to establish a new normative framework for indigenous autonomy based on the values of equality and sustainability. This calls for recognition of the right to self-determination and exercise of collective rights of the Adivasis. The chapters in this volume examine: • ‘Exclusion’ as a useful framework for analyzing the various axes of inequality that affect the Adivasi communities • How state, development, and Adivasi politics play out in entangled ways in the social, political and legal domains The interplay of and the deep tension between the promise of legal protection and the realities of inadequate implementation.
Prof. dr. László RÁKOSY, Doctor Honoris Causa al Universităţii „Ştefan cel Mare” din Suceava
Authors: Horodnic Sergiu Andrei
Published: September 2022

Acest eseu constă în Laudatio prezentat la festivitatea decernării titlului de Doctor Honoris Causa al Universității „Ștefan cel Mare” din Suceava, profesorului László Rákosy, distins reprezentant al Facultății de Biologie și Geologie din cadrul Universității Babeș-Bolyai din Cluj Napoca. Motivația acestui eveniment special a fost recunoașterea a tot ceea ce a făcut pentru susținerea învățământului superior ecologic din Bucovina. Opera sa științifică, care cuprinde un număr impresionant de comunicări, articole, tratate în domeniul entomologiei, ecologiei și protecției naturii, îi conferă profesorului Rákosy un prestigiu deosebit în cercetarea științifică românească și internațională, fiind dovada unei munci tenace, pasionate, neîntrerupte. Prin construcția sa sufletească şi prin educația sa, profesorul László Rákosy a reușit să coaguleze entomologi din țară în cadrul Societății Române de Lepidopterologie și să pună bazele unei puternice echipe de cercetare în entomologie, ecologie și protecția mediului.
Social capital and SMEs resilience in the context of Covid-19
Authors: Ngoc Tran Minh , Vy Huynh Dang Bich
Published: September 2022

Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) share a majority and play an important role in the socio-economic development of national and well as regional economies. However, they are more vulnerable to adverse changes due to the limited resources. The Covid-19 pandemic which started in the year 2020 has seriously challenged the SMEs operation. Their resilience becomes the first priority under this specific circumstance. This research was conducted to explore the factors affecting the resilience of SMEs in Ho Chi Minh City. By employing PLS-SEM on the data of 300 surveyed businesses, the effects of three key factors: leadership, human capital and social capital on SMEs resilience have been investigated. The findings reveals the signficant impacts of social capital, leadership and human capital on the SMEs resilience, especially in the context of Covid-19. The study results highlight that social capital mobilization should be prioritized for SMEs to promote their resilience in short term.
Avant propos
Authors: Sari M. Latifa
Published: September 2022

Actes du colloque international Enfants de guerres : mémoires, témoignages et représentations
Les enfants en guerre dans la presse française de 1914-1918
Authors: TROVATO Loredana
Published: September 2022

Abstract

This article aims to address the forms and mechanisms of the representation of the child in the French press of World War I, based on its various linguisticodiscursive and iconic evocations. As an object of semio-verbal discourse, the child plays a leading role, as it is used as a tool of nationalist propaganda supporting the French commitment against the German invader. His ethos is in fact exploited as a sort of rhetorical and pathemic argument, aimed at making the reader adhere to a certain image of war and the French soldier, while at the same time arousing pathos. In addition, we will consider the function of play and school, as motors and vectors of patriotic ideology, in order to sketch a rather exhaustive picture of this problem and try to offer a modest contribution to the exegesis of this rather complex period of world history.

Résumé

Cet article vise à aborder les formes et les mécanismes de la figuration de l’enfant dans la presse française de la Première guerre mondiale, à partir de ses diverses évocations linguistico-discursives et iconiques. En tant qu’objet du discours sémio-verbal, l’enfant joue un rôle de premier plan, car il est utilisé comme un outil de la propagande nationaliste soutenant l’engagement français contre l’envahisseur allemand. Son éthos est en effet exploité comme une sorte de figure de l’argumentation rhétorique et pathémique, finalisée à faire adhérer le lecteur à une certaine image de la guerre et du soldat français, tout en suscitant le pathos. Nous envisagerons en outre la fonction du jeu et de l’école, en tant que moteurs et vecteurs de l’idéologie patriotique, afin d’esquisser un tableau assez exhaustif de cette problématique et essayer d’offrir une modeste contribution à l’exégèse de cette période assez complexe de l’histoire mondiale.
Los niños de la Guerra Civil Española : Franquismo, evacuación y emigración forzosa
Authors: BENDIMERAD Nacira
Published: September 2022

Résumé

La Guerre civile espagnole a fait plusieurs types de victimes, entre autres, des enfants innocents qui goutèrent la saveur amère de la séparation avec leurs parents. Evacuation et émigration furent deux formes sous lesquelles ces enfants sortirent d’une Espagne détruite et agonisante. Le voyage de ces exilés et l’accueil des pays récepteurs s’effectuèrent selon un programme préparé pour eux, afin de leur faire oublier l’enfer duquel ils avaient échappés.

Resumen

La Guerra civil española tuvo varios tipos de víctimas; entre éstas, niños inocentes que probaron el sabor amargo de la separación con sus padres. Evacuación y emigración fueron dos formas con que estos niños salieron de una España rota y agonizante. El viaje y la acogida de los países receptores se efectuaron según un programa preparado para ellos, a fin de hacerles olvidar el infierno del cual habían escapado.
Discours d’altérité et d’identité dans la littérature maghrébine Conflits identitaires et mondialisation
Authors: BEZZOUH Djedjigua
Published: September 2022

Abstract

This article treats the identity problem in the Maghreb and his relation to globalization and the way it is manifested in Maghreb literature, produced by men and women. The three concepts : identity, otherness and globalization as complex as they are, combine perfectly with the Maghreb, a space of cultural diversity. which is strongly represented in the Maghreb literature.

Résumé

Cet article traite la problématique identitaire au Maghreb en relation des tenants de la mondialisation, et la manière dont elle se manifeste dans la littérature maghrébine, produite aussi bien par des hommes que des femmes. Les trois concepts identité, altérité et mondialisation aussi complexes soient-ils, se conjuguent parfaitement avec le Maghreb, espace de diversité et métissage culturels et identitaires, éléments fortement représentés dans ladite littérature.
Notes on Algerian EFL Classroom Conversation : Towards a Systemic Functional Linguistic Strategy
Authors: AZZOUG Omar
Published: September 2022

Abstract

This paper deals mainly with the influence of code switching on the comprehension and the lexical acquisition of EFL learners. It aims at determining that code switching, which is considered as a social phenomenon, can be used as a learning strategy that enhances the English language learning. To reach this end, two questionnaires have been administered to fifty four students and ten teachers, respectively, at the department of English at Tlemcen University. The analysis of the findings shows that code switching develops the learners‟ language skills and improves the understanding of the students. Besides, code switching helps the teachers in conveying the meaning easily. As a result, language shift in EFL classrooms ameliorates the learning and it can be an efficient learning strategy if rationally used.

Résumé

Cet article traite principalement l'influence de l'alternance codique sur la compréhension et l'acquisition lexicale des apprenants algériens de la langue anglaise. Son objectif est de déterminer que le changement de code, considéré comme un phénomène social, peut être utilisé comme une stratégie d'apprentissage qui améliore l'apprentissage de la langue anglaise. À cette fin, deux questionnaires ont été distribués à cinquante-quatre étudiants et dix enseignants, respectivement, au département d'anglais de l'Université de Tlemcen. L'analyse des résultats montre que le changement de code développe les compétences linguistiques des apprenants et améliore la compréhension de ceux-ci. En outre, la commutation de code aide les enseignants à transmettre facilement le sens. En conséquence, le changement de langue dans les classes d'anglais langue seconde améliore l'apprentissage et constitue une stratégie d'apprentissage efficace en cas d'utilisation rationnelle.
Langues Transmises, Langues Pratiquées : Une étude De Terrain à Partir D’entretiens Avec Des étudiants Berbérophones De Ouargla
Authors: SEDDIKI Zinab
Published: September 2022

Abstract

This article presents a study on the language practices of Algerian Berber-speaking students. The latter come from a minority linguistic group, in the sense that their language "Tamazight" is used in Algeria by a smaller number of the population than that which uses Arabic (darija). For our survey, which focuses on languages transmitted within the family and those practiced outside the family context, we chose 4 Berber speakers from the Ouargla region, having as their language of origin a variety of Tamazight, Righie in Blidet Amor and Tagargrent in Ksar in Ouargla.

Résumé

Cet article présente une étude sur les pratiques langagières d'étudiants algériens berbérophones. Ces derniers sont issus d'un groupe linguistique minoritaire, dans le sens où leur langue « le tamazight » est utilisée, en Algérie, par un nombre inférieur de la population au regard de celle qui emploie l'arabe (la darija). Pour notre enquête, qui se focalise sur langues transmises au sein de la famille et celles pratiquées hors contexte familial, nous avons choisi 4 berbérophones de la région d'Ouargla, ayant comme langue d'origine une variété du tamazight, la Righie à Blidet Amor et le tagargrent au Ksar d'Ouargla.
L’adaptation des textes dans les manuels de français du cycle moyen en Algérie : intérêts et limites
Authors: CHERMITI Manal
Published: September 2022

Abstract : With the objective to optimize the teaching of written comprehension in the teaching of French as a Foreign Language at Middle School in Algeria, Textbooks’ designers make alterations to particular components of authentic texts to make them more accessible to learners. The present paper aims to determine how these adjustments affect texts readability. After having identified the processes used in adapting the authentic texts of the FFL coursebooks, we analyzed the results of written comprehension tests of two groups of learners. The first group was evaluated on the reading of the authentic texts, while the second group was evaluated on the adapted version of the same texts. Actually, the results of the tests of the altered version provide, in general, a better readability. However, our in-depth investigation has revealed two distinct forms of adaptations: One has a positive effect, while the other has a rather negative effect, thus, to avoid.

Résumé : Dans une perspective d’optimisation de l’enseignement de la compréhension écrite en FLE dans le cycle moyen en Algérie, les concepteurs des manuels portent des modifications sur certains fragments de textes afin de les rendre plus accessibles aux apprenants. Le présent article a pour objectif d’évaluer l’impact de ces opérations d’adaptation de textes sur leur lisibilité. Après avoir identifié les procédés employés dans l’adaptation des textes (corpus tiré de manuels de FLE du cycle moyen), nous avons analysé les résultats de tests de compréhension que nous avons réalisés avec deux groupes d’apprenants : le premier a été évalué sur la lecture des textes authentiques et le deuxième sur celle des versions adaptées. Finalement, les résultats des tests utilisés montrent que, d’une manière générale, la version adaptée offre une meilleure lisibilité. Cependant, l’analyse approfondie que nous avons réalisée nous a permis de déceler deux types d’adaptation. L’un à effet positif, et l’autre à effet plutôt négatif, donc à éviter.
Creativity and Higher States of Consciousness
Authors: Brčić Tihoni
Published: September 2022

Dream reality and artist-created virtual reality, combined with the reality we perceive as physical, form three realities of human experience. Taking this into account, primary senses seem incomplete without extrasensory senses, which allow access to higher states of consciousness. Artists sometimes use those states as the source of creativity, inspiration, and ideas.The real-time neurofeedback shows brainwave activity in the theta frequency range in a creativity-related Hypnagogic state. Alpha and delta frequencies are also creativity-related. Alpha is observed during the inspiration stage of creative thinking, while theta occurs during transcendental meditation and deep sleep. Neurofeedback is also used to create works of art. Higher states of consciousness-inducing techniques include dream machines, mind machines, binaural beats, hallucinogenic drugs, and most advantageous – float tanks. Holistic methods like meditation, hypnotherapy, and energy healing are also helpful. Meditation seems to be the most effective, with the ability to control lucid dreaming and out-of-body experiences to an extent.The generation of creative ideas is a phenomenon that defies scientific explanation. The author’s experiences in higher states of consciousness in art, meditation, and energy healing, make him confident that higher states of consciousness are legitimate sources of creativity and essential to the overall health of body, mind, and soul.
Žurnalizam i religija
Authors: Fejzić-Čengić Fahira
Published: September 2022

Moralni zakon je čisti postojeći fakat našeg uma i njega ništa izvanjsko ne uvjetuje, ne uslovljava. Taj univerzalni zakon kad se naredi i kad se primijeni je nadređen našoj ‘sreći’ ili ‘nesreći’, daleko od današnje pragmatske forme moraliziranja i njegova relativiziranja kako svako ponaosob ima svoj osobni, lični, ego-moral koji se ne osvrće ni na koji univerzalni princip. Da bi mogli osjetiti takav čisti unutarnji moralni zakon kao ljudska bića moramo biti slobodna bića i bića koja vjeruju u svoju besmrtnost, duše kao takve. Današnje doba nikad snažnije nije opovrgavalo ovo čisto kantovsko utemeljenje Sulejmanpašićeva rezona da bi se istinski začudio da se odnekud pojavi i ugleda projekte u društvu medija koji zagovaraju i ‘prave’ tehničku besmrtnost za postojećeg materijalnog čovjeka…