Pestilent relationship between smoking and hypertension or pulse pressure among males over 15 years in India: NFHS-5 Survey.

Objective: The Global Adult Tobacco Survey conducted in India has divulged that 28.6% of the populace aged 15 years and above partakes in tobacco consumption in various modalities. Despite the availability of numerous studies on the correlation between smoking and hypertension, the nexus between tobacco smoking and hypertension remains enigmatic.

Assessment of acceptability of black wheat flour products and factors affecting it among Anganwadi beneficiaries and workers: A mixed-method prospective observational study.

Introduction: Malnutrition is very common in India and black wheat might be an acceptable solution to this problem. The aim of the study was to assess acceptability of black wheat flour products and factors affecting it among Anganwadi beneficiaries and workers.

Materials And Methods: This was a mixed-method prospective observational study.

Analysis of clinical profile and role of various prognostic factors in early bone marrow response in children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia treated by Modified Multicenter Protocol (MCP) 841 protocol: Experience from a tertiary care center in North India.

Background: It is important to study the clinical profile of pediatric patients with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) and assess various prognostic factors implicated in response to induction chemotherapy for optimal treatment outcomes in India. The present study was done to evaluate the clinical profile and to find the correlation of day 7 and day 28 marrow blast response with already established prognostic factors in children with ALL in the region of North India using MCP 841 protocol for all patients.

Methods: A total of 60 children up to ages 14 years with ALL were given treatment in the form of induction remission (MCP-841 protocol) I1 cycle (induction 1) therapy for 29 days.

Community health workers willingness to participate in COVID-19 vaccine trials and intention to vaccinate: A cross-sectional survey in India.

Background: Vaccine hesitancy is of considerable concern as it threatens the great potential of a vaccine against COVID-19. This study aims to determine factors associated with community health workers' willingness to participate in clinical trials of COVID-19 vaccine, and their vaccination intention, in India.

Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 377 community health workers using self-administered anonymous questionnaire during the lockdown periods in India.

Impact of a Brief Structured Psychoeducation Session on Antiepileptic Drug Adherence and Treatment Outcome in Persons with Epilepsy: A Prospective Cohort Study.

Background: Poor adherence to antiepileptic drugs is one of the most important causes of treatment failure in persons with epilepsy (PWE). This study was aimed at assessing the impact of psychoeducation on drug adherence and treatment outcome in PWE.

Methods: It was a prospective cohort study with a pre and posttest intervention design.

Factors Associated with Poor Antiepileptic Drugs Adherence in Below Poverty Line Persons with Epilepsy: A Cross-Sectional Study.

 Adherence to antiepileptic drugs (AED) is essential for adequate seizure control in epilepsy. People with low socioeconomic status are more vulnerable to poor adherence to AED. The present study aimed to explore factors associated with poor adherence to antiepileptic drugs in below poverty line (BPL) persons with epilepsy (PWE).

Seven versus Ten Days Antibiotics Course for Acute Pyogenic Meningitis in Children: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Objectives: To compare the efficacy and safety of 7 d vs. 10 d empirical antibiotic therapy in cases of acute pyogenic meningitis in children aged 3 mo to 14 y with rapid initial recovery.

Methods: A total of 96 children aged 3 mo to 14 y with acute pyogenic meningitis were randomized to either 7 d or 10 d therapy on Day 5 of the therapy, if they were in clinical remission and had improving cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) abnormalities.

Prevalence and risk factors for nonalcoholic fatty liver disease in obese children in rural Punjab, India.

Background: Pediatric nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is associated with insulin resistance, hypertension, metabolic syndrome, cardiovascular problems, and increased risk of chronic liver disease and Type II diabetes mellitus. The aim of the study was to assess the metabolic profiles and associated risk factors of NAFLD in obese children.

Materials And Methods: Children with a body mass index (BMI) of >27 kg/m an adult equivalent cutoff (Indian Academy of Paediatrics, 2015 guidelines) aged 5-18 years presenting to the pediatric outpatient unit of PGIMER Satellite Centre, Sangrur, India, were retrospectively recruited over a 1-year period.

A comparative study of sleep quality in different phases of the medical course: A study from Haryana (North India).

Background: Inadequate sleep quality is a crucial problem in today's hectic lifestyle. Sleep is known to facilitate cognitive skills, aid memory, and is important for physical, emotional and intellectual health.

Objectives: To determine the sleep quality of the medical undergraduate students and to explore differences in various phases of medical curriculum.

A comparative study of serum zinc levels in small for gestational age babies and appropriate for gestational age babies in a Tertiary Hospital, Punjab.

Introduction: Zinc deficiency is very much prevalent among pregnant women in developing countries. Zinc is required to maintain normal structure and function of multiple enzymes including those that are involved in foetal growth. Zinc deficiency increases risk of baby being born preterm, low birth weight, small for gestational age (SGA).

A Cross-sectional Study of Gender-Based Violence against Men in the Rural Area of Haryana, India.

Background: Research across the globe highlights rights violations and abuses experienced by women and seldom are channeled toward any atrocities being experienced by men. Objectives: To find the prevalence, characteristics, and sociodemographic correlates of gender-based violence against men.

Materials And Methods: It was a community-based, cross-sectional study using multistage random sampling in which a total of 1000 married men in the age group of 21-49 years were interviewed using modified conflict tactics scale.

Reciprocate and nonreciprocate spousal violence: A cross-sectional study in Haryana, India.

Background: Prevention of intimate partner violence is an important public health goal owing to its negative psychological and physical health consequence.

Objectives: Estimate the prevalence of reciprocate and nonreciprocate violence, severity of injuries, and related risk factors.

Materials And Methods: The present study was a community-based cross-sectional study using multistage random sampling in which a total of 880 currently married women in the age group 15-49 years were interviewed using modified conflict tactics scale.

Study of Domestic Violence among Currently Married Females of Haryana, India.

Background: No nation is untouched by domestic violence, and it is well-known that domestic violence has serious impact on women's health and well-being. The present study aimed to assess the prevalence and characteristics of domestic violence and injuries owing to domestic violence among currently married women.

Materials And Methods: This was a community-based, cross-sectional study conducted in the rural and urban areas of Haryana.