Indian Journal of Public Health Research & Development

Nitasha Kumari ¹, Ritu Garg ², Varsha A. Singh ³, Ashma Khatun ¹

Affiliations
1 M.Sc. Student, Department of Microbiology, Maharishi Markandeshwar Institute of Medical Sciences & Research, MMDU, Mullana, Ambala (Haryana), IN
2 Associate Professor, Department of Microbiology, Maharishi Markandeshwar Institute of Medical Sciences & Research, MMDU, Mullana, Ambala (Haryana), IN
3 Professor and Head, Department of Microbiology, Maharishi Markandeshwar Institute of Medical Sciences & Research, MMDU, Mullana, Ambala (Haryana), IN

Abstract

Background: Parasitic infections are the major public concern particularly in developing countries like India. Routinely used microscopy method for the detection of parasitic infections have compromised sensitivity. Materials and Method: The study was carried out on 500 stool samples received in Department of Microbiology MMIMSR, Mullana (Haryana) for a period of 6 months (August 2017 to January 2018). Stool samples for detection of ova and cyst were included. Result: Of these 500 samples examined, 235 (47%) stool samples showed positive results for ova/cyst after the use of simple salt floatation technique while it was merely 33% (n-165) without using the salt floatation method. of the 235 positive samples 29.8% were cyst of Giardia lamblia followed by eggs of Ascarislumbricoides (Fertilized and unfertilized) and cyst of Entamoebahistolytica each of 19.1%, Ancylostomaduodenale 14.9%, Hymenolepis nana 10.6%, Entamoeba coli 4.2% and Trichuristrichiura 2.1% were also identified. Conclusion: There is a need for more tests that do not sacrifice sensitivity and that can be used in poor resource field settings.

Keywords

Parasitic infection diagnosis, Ova/cyst, stool samples.

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Rosy Bala ¹, Nitin Gupta ², Shaveta Kataria ³, Sneh Lata ³, Puneet Saini ⁴, Ritu Garg ⁵

Affiliations
1 Assistant Professor, Department of Microbiology, MMIMSR, Maharishi Markandeshwar (Deemed to be University), Mullana, IN
2 Assistant Professor, Department of General Medicine, MMIMSR, Maharishi Markandeshwar (Deemed to be University), Mullana, IN
3 Senior Resident, Department of Microbiology, GGS Medical College, Faridkot, IN
4 Medical Officer, PCMS 1, CHC Bharatgarh, (Ropar), Punjab, IN
5 Associate Professor, Department of Microbiology, MMIMSR, Maharishi Markandeshwar (Deemed to be University), Mullana

Abstract

Violence against medical professionals at the workplace is not a new phenomenon. In recent times, the reports of doctors getting thrashed by patients or their relatives have made headlines around the world. Almost every doctor has experienced some kind of violence whether physical or verbal at certain stage of their profession. This article aims to discuss the risk factors associated with violence against doctors and the possible steps that are needed to prevent such incidents.

Keywords

Violence, medical professionals, Health care setting.

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Ritu Garg ¹, Rosy Bala ², Varsha A. Singh ³

Affiliations
1 Associate Professor, Maharishi Markandeshwar Institute of Medical Sciences & Research, MMDU, Mullana, Ambala (Haryana), IN
2 Assistant Professor, Maharishi Markandeshwar Institute of Medical Sciences & Research, MMDU, Mullana, Ambala (Haryana), IN
3 Professor & Head, Department of Microbiology, Maharishi Markandeshwar Institute of Medical Sciences & Research, MMDU, Mullana, Ambala (Haryana), IN

Abstract

Background: Active learning strategies for understanding the subject like microbiology is need of the hour. Small group teaching is considered to nurture active learning by the students. It is a student centered method and promotes active learning. So by keeping in mind the usefulness of the active learning, the present study was planned to assess the perception of students after introducing small group teaching (SGT) in Microbiology. Materials and Method: The study was conducted on 150 MBBS second year professional students in the department of microbiology of Maharishi Markandeshwar Institute of Medical Sciences & Research, Mullana. Small group teaching method were conducted for all selected topics. At the end of the sessions of SGT, perceptions of students were taken on feedback questionnaire and analysed on 3 point Likert scale. Result: Total 150 MBBS second Professional Students taken part in Study. Out of 150 students, 142 (94%) students took part in the study. Above 90% stated that it is easy and fun filled method, concepts are clearer and stronger, interaction increased with teachers, retention of the subject increased. Above 80% stated that willingness to study increased, doubts cleared easily, attention in the class increased, increased application of knowledge, sharing of ideas. Above 70% stated that clinical correlation, learn team work, self-directed learning. Conclusion: By Small group teaching, students will be apply their knowledge and will be able to provide effective diagnostic services in the community. Small group teaching can be easily adopted in curriculum by proper management of time and by cooperation of faculty and students.

Keywords

Small group teaching, active learning, student centred teaching method.

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