Understanding the Dynamic Relationship of Diabetes Distress and Glycemic Indicators in Foot Ulcer Patients: A Correlative Study.

Background: Diabetes-related distress and glycemic indicators are the most common concerns for patients with diabetes mellitus and have a major impact on diabetic patients' lifestyle, mental well-being, and healthcare access. The principal aim of research in this field is to ascertain the correlation between distress associated with diabetes and glycemic indicators. this helps in developing interventions that can enhance the overall physical and mental well-being of individuals with diabetes.

Prevalence of metabolic syndrome (METS) using IDF 2005 guidelines in a semi urban south Indian (Boloor Diabetes Study) population of Mangalore.

Objective: To identify metabolic syndrome (MetS) prevalence using International Diabetes Federation (IDF) 2005 guidelines in a semi urban south Indian (Boloor Diabetes Study) population of Mangalore.

Methods: Population of randomly selected adults > or =20 years living in Boloor locality who were available for the house to house survey were assessed for the following: anthropometric variables; blood pressure; fasting blood glucose and lipid profile. Among 800 responders; 300 men, 500 women, 551 were examined (68.

Comparison of the immunogenicity and safety of two different brands of Salmonella typhi Vi capsular polysaccharide vaccine.

Background: The recent emergence of multi-drug-resistant Salmonella strains highlights the need for better preventive measures, including vaccination. Safe and immunologic vaccines have been developed based on purified Vi polysaccharide.

Objective: To compare the immune response elicited by two different brands of Salmonella Vi capsular polysaccharide vaccine (ViCPS).

Iodine content of various salt samples sold in Mangalore--a coastal city with endemic goitre.

Objective: Iodine deficiency disorders continue to be high despite ban on sale of non-iodised salt. In order to assess the effectiveness of salt iodisation programme, a study was undertaken to assess the iodine content of salt samples sold in Mangalore.

Material And Methods: One hundred salt samples were randomly collected from shops in Mangalore and iodine content measured using MBI iodine testing kits.