Health Sciences

Awareness of type 2 diabetes mellitus amongst non -healthcare students of a university in Malaysia

This study investigates the level of awareness about Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) among non-medical students at AIMST University, analysing the knowledge and misconceptions surrounding the causes, symptoms, and management of T2DM. The research aims to explore awareness differences across gender and ethnicity among students. Our sample size was 158 respondents, with participants being between 21-23 years of age from the faculties of engineering and business.

Case of spina bifida occulta posted for emergency above-knee amputation- can spinal anaesthesia be given?

Neural tube defects are one of the common congenital birth defects and are a relative contraindication for spinal anaesthesia. Spinal anaesthesia for neural tube defects like spinal bifida occulta needs careful neurological evaluation. Neuraxial anaesthesia can be considered if the benefit outweighs the risk. Here, we are presenting a case of a spina bifida patient with a difficult airway and lower respiratory tract infection posted for above-knee amputation managed with spinal anaesthesia as an anaesthetic technique.

Impact of obesity on cardiovascular fitness: a study on stress test parameters and vo2max improvement

Background: Obesity and cardiovascular fitness are interrelated, with lifestyle management playing a crucial role in improving cardiopulmonary function. This study examines the correlation between stress test results and obesity, emphasizing lifestyle interventions. Methods: A retrospective, multi-centric, observational study was conducted from January 2024 to September 2024.

The nefarious work of genetic engineering “a spectre is haunting the world – the spectreof scientifically organized genocide to impose the hegemony of geopolitical powers.”

I began this article by paraphrasing a historical quote , taken from the famous “Manifesto of the Communist Party” by Karl Marx - Friedrich Engels (1848), which reads as follows: “ A spectre is haunting Europe - the spectre of communism”. I quoted it not because I have sympathies for this ideology like the authors of the manifesto, but because I am against any form of inequality and oppression, and I intend to draw attention to what is stated in the subtitle of this article, which is the thesis I want to demonstrate.

Perception, training, and awareness of comprehensive emergency management (cem) among hospital staff

This research studies the perception, training and awareness of Comprehensive Emergency Management (CEM) among hospital staff. A structured questionnaire was used to collect information from 1060 healthcare professionals. This covered their demographics, how important they think CEM is, how familiar they are with emergency procedures, confidence levels in emergencies, and the challenges faced in introducing CEM. Results revealed that while a significant majority recognized the importance of CEM, familiarity, and training levels were inadequate.

Affection and ethical principles as factors of change in the personality traits of spouses in long-term relationships in the reality of cabinda women

Over the years, the woman'srole in society has stood out in the direction of upward progression. These highlights boosted his social, family and cultural position. On the other hand, the current situation presents spouses with ethical and moral challenges that interfere with their coexistence experiences and personality traits. This work aims to verify the implications of marital coexistence on affective changes, ethical principles and personality traits in a group of women in long-term relationships.

A performance evaluation and assessment study on differential in vitro susceptibility of recent clinical isolates in india to cefuroxime-clavulanic acid

Background: It is essential to investigate the effectiveness of antibiotics in the present-day scenario, especially because of the increasing threat of antimicrobial resistance. Cefuroxime, a second-generation cephalosporin, has a broad spectrum of antimicrobial activity. However, there is a dearth of data on the current susceptibility of pathogenic bacteria to cefuroxime or its combinations.

Caffeine citrate neuroprotection in preterm babies

Caffeine citrate has been implemented to some extent worldwide withinneonatal units for preterm baby’s obstructive sleep apnea management. Almost, preterm babies are prone to obstructive sleep apnea, plus elevated death risk or even disabilities. Up to date, caffeine citrate is addressed for preterm babies` apnea targeting to reduce bronchopulmonary dysplasia incidence, as well neurodevelopmental disability at 18-21 months. Caffeine citrate is recognized to havelong-term safety, particularlyrelating to motor, behavioral, and intelligence skills.

Quinazolinones as novel antitumor agents

The long struggle to combat and definitively eradicate the various forms of cancer that affect millions of patients worldwide is constantly being enriched with new therapeutic tools. In this challenge, many substances extracted from plants are gaining much attention, which, compared to traditional synthetic chemotherapeutics, have the advantage of a lower incidence of side effects, with the same antitumor efficacy.

Health risk factors among pregnant women in the maman mboualé neighborhood in talangaï brazzaville (Congo)

This study The aim of this article is to determine the health risk factors favoring the contraction of infections and the loss of pregnancies among pregnant women coming for consultations at public or private health centers in the Maman Mboualé district. The survey took place from June 03 to October 17, 2023. We used data from the reports of the various health centers surveyed and a questionnaire survey of 46 women living in Talangaï.