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Kaur, H.
- Mobile Usage: A Comparative Study of Hostlers and Dayscholars
Authors
1 Department of Human Development, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, IN
2 epartment of Human Development, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, IN
Source
Indian Journal of Health and Wellbeing, Vol 5, No 3 (2014), Pagination: 293-298Abstract
The present study was conducted to assess the mobile usage among hostler and dayscholar adolescents. The study was comprised of 200 adolescents (100 hostlers and 100 dayscholars) belonging to middle socio-economic status in 17-18 years of age range, purposively selected from two colleges of Punjab Agricultural University of Ludhiana city. Socio-Economic Status Scale by Sharma (2010) was used to determine the socio-economic status of adolescents. A self structured Mobile Usage Questionnaire was used to assess the mobile usage among adolescents. Results revealed that majority of the hostlers recharged their mobile phones more frequently as compared to dayscholars and their parents paid the monthly bills. All the respondents (hostlers and dayscholars) used their mobile phones for whole of the day for calling and chatting. Hostlers used mobile phones more for text messaging and calling followed by download music, films and pictures, pass time and assignments.Keywords
No Keywords- Mesocephaly to Brachycephaly Shift as Seen in Punjabi Children
Authors
1 Punjab Institute of Medical Sciences Jalandhar, Punjab, IN
2 MMIMSR Mullana, Harayana, IN
3 Govt. Medical College Amritsar, Punjab, IN
Source
International Journal of Medical and Dental Sciences, Vol 1, No 2 (2012), Pagination: 1-5Abstract
Anthropometric Parameters are useful tools in evaluating growth and development. Cephalic Index helps in estimation of intracranial volume in vivo & thus the brain growth. This prospective longitudinal study was initiated to compare the ethnic variations in cephalic index in specific defined ethnic groups of Punjab Jat Sikh and Bania infants.
It was observed that Jatsikh infants had a brachycephalic type of skull throughout the study whereas Bania infants displayed mesocephalic type of skull till 7th month of their lives and later on even they became brachycephalic in their skull shapes. It is apparent that the trend in replacing mesocephaly by brachycephaly in northern Indian children, wherein possibly Jatsikh children are ahead of Bania children in this process.
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Cephalic Index, Brachycephalic, Mesocephaly.- Prevalence of Bruxism and Oral Lesions in Psychiatric Patients-A Survey
Authors
1 Jalandhar, IN
2 Dept of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, Swami Devi Dyal Dental College and Hospital, Barwala, Panchkula, IN
3 Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Dasmesh Institute of Research and Dental Sciences, Faridkot, Punjab, IN
4 Chandigarh, IN
5 Dept of Oral Medicine and Radiology, SGT Dental College, Gurgaon, Haryana, IN
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International Journal of Medical and Dental Sciences, Vol 1, No 2 (2012), Pagination: 28-31Abstract
As oral cavity is an integral part of general health, persistent and unrelenting stress often becomes a danger affecting the oral health and overall health causing various psychosomatic disorders. Present study aimed to determine the prevalence of oral mucosal lesions and bruxism in psychiatric patients dependent on psychotropic drugs. Dental examination was done and questionnaire administered to 150 psychiatric patients and 150 control participants. In dental examination recurrent apthous stomatitis, burning mouth syndrome, oral lichen planus, bruxism, temporomandibular disorders were evaluated. Results showed that psychiatric patients had higher prevalence of bruxism, oral mucosal lesions in general, than the control group.Keywords
Apthous Stomatitis, Burning Mouth Syndrome, Oral Lichen Planus, Bruxism.- Undetermined Teratogenic Risks by Traditional Sex Selection Drugs
Authors
1 MM Medical College & Hospital Kumarhatti-Solan, HP, IN
2 Punjab Institute of Medical Sciences Jalandhar, Punjab, IN
3 MM Medical College & Hospital Kumarhatti-Solan HP, IN
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International Journal of Medical and Dental Sciences, Vol 2, No 2 (2013), Pagination: 239-241Abstract
Male child preference is a well known phenomenon in Indian society. There are various drugs and techniques used to achieve this target, even though these are illegal and punishable. Women desirous of male child try to procure these drugs which are supposed to help in sex selection. These secretly procured drugs can cause congenital defects in the fetus due to the fact that these drugs are always administered during first trimester - the most vulnerable period for the fetus. There are many drugs, whose teratogenic potential is already known. But in the absence of enough data and lack of clinical trial studies in pregnant women, we don't really know about many drugs, which are necessary for various medical conditions during pregnancy. On top of that these so called sex selection drugs add to an unhealthy practice leading to many more probable congenital anomalies. It is the need of the hour that proper data is collected about all such drugs and their implications is studied on fetus. Due to secret prescriptions, it may be difficult to ban such drugs, but public awareness and health education about congenital anomalies caused by such drugs is probably the only way to fight this menace.- A Comparative Study of Head Circumference of Infants in Two Ethnic Groups
Authors
1 Punjab Institute of Medical Sciences Jalandhar, Punjab, IN
2 MMIMSR Mullana, Harayana, IN
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International Journal of Medical and Dental Sciences, Vol 1, No 1 (2012), Pagination: 33-37Abstract
Anthropometric parameters serve as useful adjuncts to other observations in evaluating intrauterine as well as infantile growth and development. Determination of measurements with regard to Head Circumference of infants during first year of life is important for the assessment of physical growth. Range of anthropometric measurements in each parameter is different in different races. Earlier reported work indicates that socioeconomic and nutritional status affects the growth even within the ethnic groups. The present study is taken as a longitudinal study conducted periodically in infants (0-12 months) of two contrasting groups- Jat Sikh and Bania communities of Punjab belonging to similar socioeconomic status. Head circumference was measured with the help of measuring tape. Earlier studies indicated that racial factors of growth could be modified to some extent by improved socioeconomic status and nutrition. Since both groups compared in this study were belonging to similar socioeconomic status hence nutritional status of these groups was also similar. It was observed that Bania male as well as female infants had smaller head circumference as compared to their Jat Sikh counterparts. This change may be attributed to sedentary life style among the urban population.Keywords
Head Circumference, Anthropometry.- Use of Lycopene in the Management of Oral Submucous Fibrosis: A Clinical Study
Authors
1 Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Dept. of Dentistry, Punjab Institute of Medical Sciences Jalandhar, Punjab, IN
2 Department of Surgery, Dept. of Dentistry, Punjab Institute of Medical Sciences Jalandhar, Punjab, IN
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International Journal of Medical and Dental Sciences, Vol 5, No 2 (2016), Pagination: 1229-1235Abstract
Background:Oral Submucous Fibrosis is a potentially malignant disorder well known for its chronic and resistant nature. The conservative drug treatment that is currently available for this disorder is clearly inadequate.Objective: The study was done to evaluate the efficacy of oral lycopene therapy when used in combination with conventional intralesional steroid therapy in the management of oral submucous fibrosis.
Methods: Thirty patients with oral submucous fibrosis (grade III and IV) were included and randomly divided into 2 groups consisting of 15 each: Group A (oral lycopene with biweekly intralesional steroids and hyaluronidase), Group B (biweekly intralesional steroids and hyaluronidase alone). Mouth opening and burning sensation were recorded from baseline to 6 weeks. Cases were followed up to 3 and 6 months.
Results: We observed a complete relief of burning sensation in all patients of both the groups, There was significant increase in mouth opening among both groups. The patients in the group B had increased moth opening than the group A patients.The results were statistically significant.
Conclusion: Lycopene in combination with intralesional steroids and Hyaluronidase, is highly efficacious in improving the mouth opening and reducing other symptoms in patients with Oral Submucous Fibrosis. No side effects were reported with its usage.
Keywords
OSMF, Lycopene, Mouth Opening, Burning Sensation, Steroids.References
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- Lung Function Response to Dust in Safai Workers
Authors
1 Department of Physiology Punjab Institute of Medical Sciences Jalandhar City (Punjab), IN
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International Journal of Medical and Dental Sciences, Vol 5, No 1 (2016), Pagination: 1038-1041Abstract
Introduction:Sweepers often work without proper protection and are thus exposed to harmful effects of inhaled dust.Objectives: This study was undertaken to study the effect of dust on the pulmonary functions in sweepers working in PIMS, Jalandhar.
Materials&Methods: 60 sweepers were selected and 60 controls were selected for this study. Lung functions were performed using Medspiror computerized spirometer. The data was collected and statistically analysed.
Results: Lung functions in sweepers were significantly decreased as compared to those in controls.
Conclusions: Dust causes chronic inflammatory diseases in lungs and causes a decrease in the lung volumes and capacities.
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Dust, Lung Functions, Spirometer, Disease, Vital Capacity.- Ergonomic Tool:A Way to Assess Musculoskeletal Problems Faced by Children Due to Carrying of School Bags
Authors
1 College of Home Science, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana (Punjab), IN
Source
Asian Journal of Home Science, Vol 11, No 1 (2016), Pagination: 48-51Abstract
School children are adolescents who experience a period of accelerated growth and development of skeletal and soft tissue. The spinal structures of the child are markedly different from those of adults. As growth of the spinal structures extends over a longer period of time than the other skeletal tissues, incongruities in rate of tissue development can pose a threat to postural integrity. The present study was conducted to assess musculoskeletal problems faced by children due to carrying of school bag by using ergonomic tool i.e. Standardized Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire. The suggestions of the parents were also taken in this regard. The study was conducted on a sample of 120 school children from middle class (i.e. from vi to viii) and their mothers. Respondents were randomly selected from five government and five private schools of Ludhiana city form the age group of 11-14 years. A pre structured interview schedule was used to collect the data along with Standardized Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire. Results showed that neck, shoulder and upper/lower back had significantly more problems than other body parts. It was further observed that maximum number of parents wanted that school authority should make judicious time table and lockers should be provided to avoid unnecessary loading of school bags. Moreover, need to conduct lectures on maintenance of good posture among school children was also felt by parents.Keywords
Ergonomic Tool, Musculoskeletal Problem, School Bags.References
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- Assessment of Various Contributing Factors for Back Pain in Children while Carrying School Bags
Authors
1 College of Home Science, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana (Punjab), IN
Source
Asian Journal of Home Science, Vol 11, No 1 (2016), Pagination: 151-156Abstract
It is common today to see school children buckling from weight of their school bags, many children bear the burden of carrying school bags that are to heavy for their body frames, that might end up facing a number of health problems. The objectives were to assess the school bag weight and body weight to get the MASW(maximum acceptable school bag weight) and to investigate contributing factors of back pain felt by children carrying school bags. The study was conducted on a sample of 120 school children from middle class (i.e. from vi to viii) and on their mothers. Respondents were randomly selected from five government and five private schools of Ludhiana city form the age group of 11-14 years. A pre structured interview schedule was used to get the data to achieve the objectives. Results show that only 54 respondents were following the standard value of MASW, which is >15 per cent of the body weight. Average total time was 46 min to carry school bag and standard deviation was 9.40. It was observed that half of the respondents carrying school bags with one or both strap in one shoulder. Total distance covered by the respondents from home to school and vice versa was 218 meter in 46 minutes.Keywords
Back Pain, BMI, Height, Body Weight.References
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- Socio-Economic Development of Uttar Pradesh:An Empirical Analysis
Authors
1 Centre for Economic Studies, Central University of Punjab, Bathinda-151001, IN
Source
Indian Journal of Economics and Development, Vol 5, No 8 (2017), Pagination: 1-6Abstract
Background/Objectives: Since the concepts of social and economic development of a nation/region/state is crucial for the development of human resources, the objective of this paper is to examine the socio-economic development of Uttar Pradesh in the post-reform period.
Methods/Statistical Analysis: The socio-economic profile of Uttar Pradesh has been examined by calculating decadal growth rates, compound annual growth rates, and by constructing appropriate time series plots. Specifically, the economic profile of the state has been presented with the help of real gross state domestic product at factor cost. And, the social aspect of development has been examined with the help of government expenditure on education and health as percentage of gross state domestic product.
Findings: The findings of the study reveal a low level of human development, and consequential low level of growth of the economy of Uttar Pradesh. It is uniquely observed that the average performance of all economic as well as social sectors in the state has declined during 2012 and 2015. This observation is sufficient to justify the persistency of unemployment, poverty and inequality in the state.
Improvements/Applications: Appropriate policy initiatives are warranted to address the problems of socio-economic backwardness of Uttar Pradesh. Specifically, it is essential to focus on the development of the masses at the bottom of the pyramid.
Keywords
Socio-Economic Development, Population, Health, Education, Uttar Pradesh.References
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- Patient Relationship Management and its Role in Health Care Industry
Authors
1 SGS Diets, Khanna, Punjab, IN
Source
The Indian Practitioner, Vol 73, No 10 (2020), Pagination: 40-42Abstract
Patient relationship management includes all facets of interaction a hospital has with its patients, whether it is out-patient or in-patient. It uses technology to sort processes that influence patient loyalty, service delivery and quality management. Patient relationship management also aims to assess role of patient database in success of health care organization and to implement new marketing approaches in fetching and retaining patients in healthcare industry. Healthcare organizations build the relationship with patients offering more realistic benefits to them. Often, different hospitals use different patient information systems which are not always compatible with each other. Hospitals are the key element in any healthcare delivery system and play the most important role in maintaining and restoring the health of the people. In health care system, patient relationship management practices have become one of the crucial elements for measurement of efficiency of hospital services. These practices are essentially patient focused strategies that involve effective management of hospital interface and interaction with patients.Keywords
Patient Communication, Patient Satisfaction, Patient Reminder, Compliance, Counseling, Patient Motivation, Patient Participation, Patient Engagement.References
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