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Factors Associated with Quality of Life among Menopausal Women in Lucknow – A Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Gupta Ginic , Kumari Reema , Mishra Prabhaker , Gupta Bandna 
Published: February 2024

ABSTRACT

Background:
Women who have gone at least a year without having their monthly period are considered as menopausal. Despite the fact that it is a physiological occurrence, its psychological, bodily, and sexual effects last for the entire postreproductive period. That’s why it is important to research its various aspects and the different parameters associated with their quality of life (QoL).

Objective:
To find the association of the QoL among menopausal women in Lucknow with various socio-demographic variables, body mass index, chronic disease status, and other lifestyle parameters.

Materials and Methods:
A community-based cross-sectional study was conducted from February 2020 to January 2021 among 200 Menopausal women of 45–65 years by using a pretested semi-structured questionnaire. The study was carried out in rural and urban field practice areas of the Community Medicine Department, King George’s Medical University, UP, Lucknow.

Results and Conclusion:
The mean score of vasomotor domains was found higher in the age group of 45–49 years, who had higher education level, upper and upper middle class of socioeconomic status, and for obese study participants. The mean score of the sexual domain was found to be higher among the age group 55–59 years, married study participants, for those who were educated above secondary, and for overweight and obese. The mean scores for all domains, i.e., vasomotor psychosocial physical and sexual domains were higher for those who had chronic diseases. Overall, the menopause specific QoL score was higher for those who did not use lifestyle modification as compared to those who used lifestyle modification and the difference was found to be highly significant (P < 0.001).
To compare the efficacy and safety of 5 days a week levothyroxine versus daily replacement therapy in hypothyroid patients: An experience from a tertiary care center in Central India
Authors: Khare Jaideep , Bhatnagar Anuvrat , Bansal Shaifali , Jindal Sushil 
Published: February 2024

Introduction:
Hypothyroidism is a common endocrine disorder and associated with several complications if not diagnosed and managed. Levothyroxine (LT4) replacement therapy is the treatment of choice. Levothyroxine has a long half-life of 6–7 days and hence can be given intermittently keeping the weekly dose the same.

Aim:
The aim of the study was to compare the efficacy and safety of 5 days a week levothyroxine versus daily replacement therapy in patients with hypothyroidism and to identify the patient’s satisfaction level at the end of the trial.

Methods:
This was a prospective cohort study in which patients diagnosed with hypothyroidism and having stable thyroid function in the last 6 months with a minimum of two normal thyroid profile reports on the same LT4 dose were shifted 5 days a week LT4 (keeping the total weekly dose the same) after informed consent. Then, patients were followed up at regular intervals, and biochemical analysis of thyroid profile was done at 12 and 24 weeks or Si Opus Sit (SOS)according to clinical judgment.

Results:
One hundred and fifty patients with hypothyroidism were included in the study with a male-to-female ratio of 4:21. The mean age of our patients was 40.6 ± 8.58 years. The mean duration of hypothyroidism was 5.9 ± 3.01 years. The mean thyroid-stimulating hormone, T4, and T3 at baseline were 3.22 + 0.91 μIU/mL, 8.71 + 1.91 μg/dL, and 0.93 + 0.04 ng/mL, and at 12 weeks and 24 weeks were 3.62 ± 0.82 μIU/mL, 8.01 ± 2.01 μg/dL, and 1.2 ± 0.05 ng/mL and 3.33 ± 0.79 μIU/mL, 8.36 ± 1.99 μg/dL, and 0.88 ± 0.03 ng/mL, respectively. One hundred and twenty-seven patients did not require any dose adjustment. There was no significant difference in thyroid profile.

Conclusion:
Five days a week levothyroxine replacement regimen is noninferior to daily levothyroxine replacement regimen in treating patients with hypothyroidism and can be conveniently prescribed. Furthermore, 5 days regimen increased the compliance and satisfaction level in patients with hypothyroidism.
Restitution claims for null and void contracts
Authors: Josipović Tatjana 
Published: February 2024

In Croatian law, the nullity of contracts is prescribed for the gravest and most serious breaches of the fundamental principles of social order originating from the Constitution, the mandatory laws, and the morals of the society, as well as for the most serious breaches by the parties to a contract. Null and void contracts do not produce the legal effects they produce if valid. In the cases of nullity, each contractual party is obligated to effect restitution to the other party for anything received under the void contract. The enforcement of restitution claims after null and void contracts became a topical question for legalpractitioners, academics, as well as wider public after a final decision had been issued by the Croatian courts regarding a consumer collective action, declaring the contract terms containing CHF foreign currency clauses and variable interest rates in consumer credit contracts as unfair. A question that was raised was how collective actions affect the statute of limitations applied to individual restitution claims for the amounts overpaid under such unfair contract terms. On the other hand, it was a matter of dispute how the limitation period was calculated and when it started to run for individual restitution claims. The courts altered the existing opinions concerning the calculation of the limitation periods for the restitution claims after null and void contracts. This paper presents the most recent opinions by the highest Croatian courts on the pursuance of restitution claims after null and void contracts. The paper also analyses their effects on the protection of the contractual parties, as well as on legal security in general.
Challenges and Opportunities of Managing a Diverse and Inclusive Workforce in Japan
Authors: Yamamoto Sakura 
Published: February 2024

Purpose: The aim of the study was to investigate challenges and opportunities of managing a diverse and inclusive workforce in Japan
Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries.
Findings: Managing diversity and inclusion in Japan is challenging due to cultural norms, language barriers, and talent shortages. However, it also offers opportunities for innovation and global competitiveness. Initiatives are gaining momentum, supported by government policies, making progress possible despite the obstacles.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Social identity theory, intersectionality theory & inclusive leadership Theory may be used to anchor future studies on challenges and opportunities of managing a diverse and inclusive workforce in Japan. Organizations should move beyond surface-level diversity efforts and implement holistic strategies that address both demographic diversity and cognitive diversity. Implement policies that promote diverse hiring practices.
Impact of Organizational Culture and Values on Employee Engagement and Performance in Brazil
Authors: Larissa Carlos 
Published: February 2024

Purpose: The aim of the study was to investigate impact of organizational culture and values on employee engagement and performance in Brazil.
Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries.
Findings: In Brazil, aligning organizational culture with employee values boosts engagement and performance. Collaborative and inclusive cultures are highly valued, as are well-being and development opportunities. Cultural sensitivity and trust-building are vital in the diverse Brazilian workforce. Overall, aligning culture with values enhances engagement and performance in Brazil.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Social exchange theory, expectancy theory & organizational support theory may be used to anchor future studies on impact of organizational culture and values on employee engagement and performance in Brazil. Implement leadership development programs that emphasize the role of leaders in shaping and modeling the desired organizational culture and values. Develop regulatory guidelines that encourage organizations to integrate corporate social responsibility (CSR) into their values and culture.
O‘zbekistonda ichki ishlar organlari tizimining shakllanishi va rivojlanishi bosqichlari
Authors: Qodirov Quvonch 
Published: February 2024

Maqolada ichki ishlar organlari tizimining shakllanish va rivojlanish bosqichlari, jarayonlari hamda faoliyatining kelgusidagi rejalari ko‘rsatib o‘tilgan. Ma’lumki, ichki ishlar organlari jamiyatda jamoat tartibini saqlash va xavfsizligini ta’minlash, fuqarolarning huquq, erkinlik va qonuniy manfaatlarini muhofaza qilish, jinoyatlarning oldini olish bo‘yicha keng qamrovli va ko‘p qirrali faoliyatni amalga oshiruvchi tizim hisoblanadi. Tadqiqot maqsadi qariyb uch ming yillik taraqqiyot yo‘lini bosib o‘tgan o‘zbek davlatchiligi tarixida jamiyatning xavfsizligi, yurt tinchligi va osoyishtaligi, chegaralar daxlsizligi, xalqning erki va ozodligi, madaniy taraqqiyotini ta’minlash uchun ichki ishlar tizimiga ehtiyoj katta bo‘lganligini ochib berish. Tadqiqot usullari: umumiy, ilmiy, shu jumladan mantiqiy, arxiv manbalari, hujjatlar mazmunini tahlil qilish. O‘tgan qisqa davr ichida shonli ichki ishlar organlari tizimi va uning faoliyatini tubdan yaxshilash, yangilash borasida keng ko‘lamli islohotlar amalga oshirildi. Bugungi kunda ichki ishlar organlari safida ona Vatanimizni chin dildan sevadigan, burchiga sadoqatli muqaddas zaminimizdagi tinch va osuda hayotni ta’minlab beradigan eng munosib xodimlar qilib tarbiyalash zarur.
Ерлардан фойдаланиш ва муҳофаза қилиш билан боғлиқ жиноятларнинг объектив белгилари таҳлилига оид айрим мулоҳазалар
Authors: Марданов Фарҳод 
Published: February 2024

Мақолада муаллиф томонидан ерлардан фойдаланиш ва муҳофаза қилиш билан боғлиқ жиноятларнинг объектив белгилари таҳлилига оид айрим мулоҳазалар баён қилинган. Шунингдек, муаллиф таъкидлашича бугунги кунда ер ва ундан фойдаланиш стратегик аҳамият касб этади. Шундай бўлса-да, бозор иқтисодиёти шароитида мулкчиликнинг турли хил шакллари асосида хўжалик фаолиятини юритаётган субъектлар, мансабдор шахс ва фуқаролар томонидан миллий бойлигимиз бўлган ерларни муҳофаза қилиш ва улардан оқилона фойдаланиш тартибини бузиш ҳолатлари амалиётда кўплаб учраб турибди. Бунга тегишли қонунчиликдаги бўшлиқлар, мавжуд қонунчиликни ҳаётга татбиқ этиш механизмининг шаклланмаганлиги, ҳуқуқ субъектларининг экологик ҳуқуқий онги ва маданияти етарли даражада эмаслиги асосий сабаб бўлмоқда. Бу эса ерлардан фойдаланиш соҳасида турли қонунбузарликлар содир этилишига олиб келмоқда. Шу жиҳатдан мазкур турдаги жиноятлар учун жавобгарлик белгилашда қилмишнинг объектив белгиларини тадқиқ этиш муҳим аҳамиятга эга. Муаллиф ушбу мавзуни тадқиқ қилиб, Ер участкасига ёки унинг бир қисмига бўлган ҳуқуқни сотиш ёхуд қонунга хилоф равишда бошқача тарзда ўзга шахсга бериш жиноятини содир этган шахс ўз айбига иқрор бўлса, жабрланувчи билан ярашса ва етказилган зарарни бартараф этса, жиноий жавобгарликдан озод этилиши мумкинлигига оид қоиданинг киритилиши мақсадга мувофиқлигини асослантирган.
Jinoyat ishtirokchilarining jinoiy javobgarligi asoslari
Authors: Quvvatov Sirojiddin 
Published: February 2024

Ushbu maqolada birgalikda harakat qilgan shaxslarning sodir etgan jinoyatlari uchun jinoiy javobgarlik masalalari tahlil qilingan. Muallif birgalikda harakat qilgan shaxslarning sodir etgan jinoyatlarining turli xil qarashlariga e’tibor beradi va o‘z fikrlarini ilgari suradi. Bundan tashqari, maqolda birgalikda harakat qilgan shaxslar javobgarligining muvofiqlik nazariyasi haqida fikrlar taqdim etilgan.
Охранный ордер как мера защиты жертв насилия и притеснения
Authors: Собирова Нозимахон 
Published: February 2024

Домашнее насилие является одной из наиболее острых и сложных социальных проблем современного общества. Это явление, порой скрытое от глаз общественности, проникает в самую ткань нашего бытия, затрагивая семьи различных социальных, культурных и экономических слоев. Жертвами домашнего насилия чаще всего становятся женщины и дети, которые находятся в зависимой, уязвимой позиции.
Необходимость защиты жертв домашнего насилия обусловлена не только моральными и этическими соображениями, но и стремлением государства обеспечить безопасность и благополучие своих граждан. Охрана прав и свобод человека, защита его физической и психологической неприкосновенности являются одними из основных функций государства.
Цель данного исследования - изучить и проанализировать проблему домашнего насилия, а также рассмотреть меры правовой защиты жертв, в частности, применение охранного ордера. В рамках исследования ставятся следующие задачи: изучить исторический контекст появления охранного ордера, провести сравнительно-правовой анализ законодательства различных стран, а также определить эффективность применения охранного ордера в условиях Узбекистана.
Актуальность исследования обусловлена растущим вниманием к проблеме домашнего насилия на международном уровне, а также необходимостью разработки комплексных мер по его предотвращению и противодействию. В условиях глобализации и интеграции, проблема домашнего насилия требует совместных усилий и координированных действий на всех уровнях - от местных сообществ до международных организаций.
Ta’lim jarayoni bo‘lajak ofitserlarning ma’naviy ehtiyojlarini qondirish vositasi sifatida
Authors: Nomuratova Mahliyoxon 
Published: February 2024

Maqolada barkamol ofitser kadrlarni tayyorlash jarayoni shaxsning harbiy-kasbiy sifatlarini shakllantirish va ma’naviy ehtiyojlarini rivojlantirish bilan uzviy bog‘liqligi, ma’naviy ehtiyojlarnini ijtimoiy mohiyati haqida mulohazalar yoritib berilgan.
O PARQUE NACIONAL DO IGUAÇU: ENTRE A POLÍTICA E A COLONIZAÇÃO DA REGIÃO E A REMOÇÃO DE MORADORES/The Iguaçu National Park: between the politics of colonization of the region and the removal of residents
Authors: Franco Caroline da Rocha , Polli Simone Aparecida 
Published: February 2024

O artigo analisa elementos importantes do processo de urbanização do Oeste do Paraná, que na década de 30 foi objeto de estímulos do governo brasileiro pela colonização da região. O estudo demonstra que houve uma política de habitação promovida dentro do Parque Nacional do Iguaçu entre os anos 1939 a 1980. Apenas após a obrigatoriedade legal de plano de manejo é que o governo federal, por meio do INCRA passou a atuar efetivamente limitando a propriedade nessa área, ocasionado a remoção de diversas famílias que moravam no parque. Infere-se por esse estudo de que as leis que proíbem a habitação no parque não consideraram os efeitos práticos e sociais relativos aos estímulos colonizatórios da região, especialmente os oriundos da “Marcha para o Oeste”, o qual foi uma política de Estado, implementada pelo governo de Getúlio Vargas, no Estado Novo. Isso criou contradições entre os objetivos preservacionistas versus conservacionistas do Parque Nacional do Iguaçu, repercutindo num espaço de conflitos socioespaciais, produzidos na esfera das políticas públicas de contornos fragmentados e mal implementados.
ANÁLISE DA DISTRIBUIÇÃO ESPACIAL DO NÚMERO DE CASOS DE COVID-19 NO MUNICÍPIO DE TOLEDO - PARANÁ/Analysis of the spatial distribution of the number of COVID-19 cases in the municipality of Toledo-Paraná
Authors: Garcia da Silva Amilton Luciano , Dalposso Gustavo Henrique , Uribe-Opazo Miguel Angel , Cima Elizabeth Giron 
Published: February 2024

A estatística espacial desempenha um papel importante em diferentes áreas do conhecimento, fornecendo metodologias que possibilitam a identificação de padrões espaciais (clusters) e a determinação de regiões com características semelhantes dos dados em estudo. No presente estudo, foi utilizada a metodologia chamada de estatística espacial de dados de áreas para investigar a taxa de crescimento de casos de COVID-19 no município de Toledo, no estado do Paraná-Brasil, nos períodos de junho a outubro do ano de 2020. Foram gerados mapas que identificaram as regiões em que a autocorrelação espacial apresentou significância estatística. Concluiu-se que bairros que apresentavam baixa taxa de contaminação pela COVID-19 foram incorporados pelos bairros adjacentes, que possuíam alta taxa de contaminação. Essa constatação ressalta a relevância da estatística espacial de dados de áreas, uma vez que, mediante a devida atenção das autoridades de saúde municipais, permitem uma alocação adequada de recursos para tratamentos localizados, reduzindo os impactos causados pelas doenças, possibilitando prevenir a ocorrência de situações semelhantes no futuro e evitando a transformação de toda a região em um extenso aglomerado caracterizado por taxas elevadas de contaminação.
Abstract: Spatial statistic play a significant role in various fields of knowledge, providing methodologies that enable the identification of spatial patterns (clusters) and the determination of regions with similar characteristics of the data under study. In the present study, a methodology called spatial statistics of area data was used to investigate the growth rate of COVID-19 cases in the city of Toledo, in the state of Paraná-Brazil, during the periods from june to october 2020. Maps were generated that identified the regions where spatial autocorrelation showed statistical significance. It was concluded that neighborhoods that had a low rate of COVID-19 contamination were incorporated by adjacent neighborhoods, which had a high rate of contamination. This finding underscores the relevance of spatial statistic of area data, as, with due attention from municipal health authorities, they allow for an appropriate allocation of resources for localized treatments, reducing the impacts caused by diseases, enabling the prevention of similar situations in the future, and avoiding the transformation of the entire region into an extensive cluster characterized by high contamination rates.
DEVELOPING A MEASUREMENT INSTRUMENT FOR TECHNICAL AND ANALYTICAL SKILLS IN AUDITING FOR ENHANCED FRAUD DETECTION
Authors: Jonathan Muterera Ph.D., FCPA, CPA, CFE  
Published: February 2024

This study bridges a significant gap in forensic accounting and fraud detection by establishing a standardized measure for Technical and Analytical Skills (TAS) in external auditing. Despite the acknowledged importance of TAS in fraud detection, the absence of a universally accepted definition and measurement instrument has limited the field's advancement. This research introduces a validated TAS measurement instrument, underpinned by a novel framework that categorizes TAS into six critical dimensions: Substantive Analytical Procedures, Technical Tools and Software, Critical Thinking, Innovation and Solution Implementation, Professional Development, and Quantitative and Statistical Analysis. A structured survey among 360 auditors from international firms in Southern Africa confirmed the instrument's reliability, with Cronbach's alpha values exceeding 0.70 across all dimensions, and supported the distinctiveness of the six-factor structure through confirmatory factor analysis. The instrument's potential to enhance auditing practices and fraud detection capabilities is considerable. It offers a foundation for future research to explore its cross-cultural applicability, predictive validity, and adaptation to technological advancements. This contribution not only provides a robust tool for auditing professionals but also fosters a culture of innovation and continuous learning within the field.
Keywords: Technical and Analytical Skills, Forensic Accounting, Fraud Detection, External Auditing, Skill Measurement, Professional Development, Confirmatory Factor Analysis, Auditing Education.
SISTEM INFORMASI PENGOLAHAN DATA PENDUDUK BERBASIS WEB UNTUK DESA PERSIAPAN PAJANGAN
Authors: Aang Suvandi  , , Muhammad Fauzi Zulkarnaen  , Saeful Hamdi  
Published: February 2024

Abstract
The Pajangan Village Office is one of the villages in Kopang District. Currently, the use of computers is used by the village government to store data such as population data, village profile data and so on are still in the form of files created using Microsoft Word and Excel, there is even some data recorded in a book before being recapitulated to make reports. The system that is running now has many shortcomings, including errors in writing or inputting data, takes a long time in the search process, and the occurrence of damage to the computer that causes the data to be lost, In this case the author aims to produce a Web-based population data processing information system for the Pajangan Preparation Village in storing data and processing population data so that the data stored is safe and easy to process, searching, and presenting data by the village government to the community.
Keywords: Information System, Data Processing, Population, Web
ANALISIS KECACATAN PRODUK PADA PRODUKSI BATU BATA MERAH DENGAN METODE PLAN, DO, CHECK, ACT PADA DR GROUP MAJENANG
Authors: Rusyd Ibnu , Y. Anton Nugroho  
Published: February 2024

DR Group Majenang is an MSME engaged in printing production. One of the products produced is red brick. In January 2022, DR Majenang Group can produce 15,500 red bricks but 840 red bricks fail or are considered defective. There are 2 (two) types of products that occur in red bricks, namely slow drying and brudul. Slow drying defects in January 2022 reached 445 pieces (53%), while the delivery of fruit was 395 pieces (47%). For this purpose, this research was conducted with the aim of knowing the causes of rejection of red brick products and proposed improvements using the PDCA (Plan, Do, Check, Action) method and the tools used are: Pareto diagrams, Fishbone diagrams, p-charts. The result of the research is the cause of the occurrence, namely the soil material that is not in accordance with the standard for the completion of the purchase of soil material with the quality of the soil which is dark red in color and when clenched by hand it clumps. The soil that is said to be not good is soil that is a bit dark black and if it is clenched it will not clump. The absence of supervision is the supervisor of every production process taking place and the use of a 6:2,5 measure. Six (6) for soil and two and a half (2.5) for water with a cast bucket measuring 31x26 cm, but the employee was negligent and gave a dose of 3 buckets or even more.
Keywords: PDCA, Quality, Product Defect