is a well-known opportunistic pathogen, responsible for various nosocomial infections. UOL-KIMZ-24 was previously isolated from a clinical specimen, collected from Lahore General Hospital, Lahore (LGH), Pakistan, dated 3rd March, 2022. During the initial screening for antimicrobial susceptibility, the UOL-KIMZ-24 was found a multiple drug resistant (MDR) strain.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe agricultural productivity and world-wide food security is affected by different phytopathogens, in which Fusarium is more destructive affecting more than 150 crops, now got resistance against many fungicides that possess harmful effects on environment such as soil health, air pollution, and human health. Fusarium fungicide resistance is an increasing concern in agricultural and environmental contexts, requiring a thorough understanding of its causes, implications, and management approaches. The mechanisms of fungicide resistance in Fusarium spp.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFScutellarein, a flavone found in the perennial herb Scutellaria baicalensis, has a wide range of pharmacological actions, such as antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and neuroprotective. Increasing evidence has emphasized the developing significance of scutellarein in several neurological illnesses, such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease, cerebral ischemia, and neuroblastoma. This review is centered on the molecular processes that underlie the neuroprotective properties of scutellarein in various neurological disorders, as indicated by recent pre-clinical research.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFImmunization saves millions of lives, and globally, vaccines have significantly contributed to reducing mortality and morbidity due to more than 20 life-threatening illnesses. However, there are considerable disparities in vaccination coverage among countries and within populations. This study evaluates the reduction in disparities in vaccination coverage across various socio-economic groups by adopting an integrated community-engagement approach combined with maternal and child health services through mobile health camps.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Primary health care (PHC) services face operational challenges due to high patient volumes, leading to complex management needs. Patients access services through booked appointments and walk-in visits, with walk-in visits often facing longer waiting times. No-show appointments are significant contributors to inefficiency in PHC operations, which can lead to an estimated 3%-14% revenue loss, disrupt resource allocation, and negatively impact health care quality.
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