Voices From the Community: Maternal Healthcare Experiences During the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Introduction The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic had a significant impact on health services around the world. Many hospitals and clinics were overwhelmed by the influx of patients, leading to delays and disruptions in care. The fear of contracting the virus also led to a decrease in the number of people seeking medical care, even for urgent or life-threatening conditions.

Monitoring of Non-communicable Diseases in a Primary Healthcare Setting in India: A Quality Improvement Initiative.

Background The majority of patients with non-communicable diseases (NCDs) seek care in a primary healthcare setting. There is a lack of effective monitoring of patients with NCD, which leads to poor disease control and an increase in morbidity and mortality. We wanted to explore the feasibility of maintaining patient health record and utilising it for disease monitoring in a primary healthcare setting.

Vaccination and associated factors among tribal children of 1 year age in nine Indian districts: A cross-sectional study.

Objective: To report on vaccination status by 12 months of age among tribal children from nine districts of India.

Methods: Cross-sectional study of 2631 tribal women having a child aged 12 months or below from nine Indian districts with a considerable proportion of the tribal population. Socio-demographic details, reception of various vaccines by 12 months of age, mother's antenatal care utilisation and health system-related details were collected through a pre-tested, interviewer-administered questionnaire from mothers.

Predictors of Out-of-Pocket Expenditure on Health Incurred by Elderly Persons Residing in a Rural Area of Faridabad District.

Background: A significant portion of India's 1.2 billion population consists of elderly individuals, accounting for approximately 8.6%, who incur substantial out-of-pocket (OOP) healthcare expenses.

Global status of knowledge of parents for emergency management of traumatic dental injuries: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Research Protocol: The protocol was developed as per the recommendations of the Cochrane-handbook and PRISMA and was registered in PROSPERO.

Literature Search: Search was performed by using MeSH-Terms and keywords in PubMed, Scopus, Embase, Web of Sciences, Lilacs, and Cochrane databases and gray literature sources 15th July 2022. There were no limits regarding the year of publication and language.

Comparison of Different Anthropometric Indicators for Assessment of Nutritional Status Among Adolescent Girls in an Urban Resettlement Colony in New Delhi: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Background In India, 44.8% of adolescent girls are under-nourished, while about 8%-13% of girls are overweight. Though several studies have been done regarding the nutritional status of adolescent girls over the years, there have been no significant changes.

Patient satisfaction with access, affordability and quality of diabetes care at Mohalla Clinics in Delhi, India.

Introduction: Mohalla Clinics have been set up to provide curative care for minor ailments free of cost within walking distance in the urban slums, thus making primary care more accessible and affordable. Studies evaluating patient satisfaction with treatment of chronic conditions, such as diabetes, in these clinics are lacking.

Methods: A survey of 400 type 2 diabetes patients was conducted, split equally between Mohalla clinics (MC) and Private clinics (PC) in Delhi.

Comparison of prevention of parent-to-child HIV transmission programme & national biennial HIV sentinel surveillance data for tracking HIV epidemic in India.

Background & Objectives: HIV sentinel surveillance (HSS) among antenatal women in India has been used to track the epidemic for many years. However, reliable tracking at the local level is not possible as ANC sentinel sites are limited in number and cover a smaller sample size at each site. Prevention of parent-to-child-transmission (PPTCT) programme data has a potential advantage due to better geographical coverage, which could provide more precise HIV case estimates; therefore, we compared HSS ANC data with PPTCT programme data for HIV tracking.

A Time and Motion Study of Community Health Workers in Rural Area of Ballabgarh, Haryana.

Introduction: Health workforce is the important pillar of health system in India. Efficient utilization of scarce community-level human resources in health care is critical to ensure optimum care in a community.

Objective: To describe the time utilization pattern of health workers (HWs) during field activity at the primary healthcare level and to study the facilitators and barriers in efficient time utilization.

The Role of Noncommunicable Disease Clinics in Improving Control of Hypertension and Diabetes Among Adults Residing in Rural Ballabgarh, Haryana.

Introduction High systolic blood pressure (SBP) and raised plasma glucose are major attributable and preventable causes of death worldwide. The objective of this study was to estimate the control rates and identify determinants of control of hypertension and diabetes among adults. Methods A longitudinal follow-up study was conducted among all the adults registered at the noncommunicable disease (NCD) clinics under the national program at two primary health centers in Faridabad, Haryana.

Role of Intravenous Iron Sucrose in Severe Anemia in Late Pregnancy: A Case Report From Rural Ballabgarh, Haryana.

Severe anemia is a high-risk factor in pregnancy and needs to be treated appropriately to prevent poor maternal and fetal outcomes. A pregnant woman with severe anemia reluctant for blood transfusion due to issues of accessibility was given four doses of 300 mg intravenous iron sucrose (IVIS) in 300 ml normal saline starting at 31 weeks 5 days of gestation and her hemoglobin level increased by 4.2 gm/dl over a period of five weeks without any complications and without any intake of iron and folic acid tablets during the entire duration.

Effect of iron-fortified rice on the hemoglobin level of the individuals aged more than six months: A meta-analysis of controlled trials.

Fortification of staple food items with iron is a potential strategy to address anemia for a larger population. We reviewed studies to assess the impact of iron-fortified rice (IFR) on hemoglobin levels of individuals more than six months of age. We included studies assessing the effectiveness of IFR (with or without other micronutrients) conducted in any part of the world available in PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, Google Scholar, clinicaltrials.

Coverage of a Population-Based Non-Communicable Disease Screening Program Using Lot Quality Assurance Sampling in Rural North India: A Mixed Methods Study.

Aim: We aimed to estimate the coverage of a population-based Non-communicable Disease (NCD) screening program using lot quality assurance sampling (LQAS) and identify factors affecting its implementation in district Nuh of Haryana, India.

Method: A mixed-methods study was conducted with an initial LQAS coverage survey, followed by in-depth interviews. Thirty lots (villages or towns) were sampled in the district, and 20 people aged ≥ 30 years were randomly sampled from each lot.

Assessment of psychological distress pattern & its correlates among people receiving COVID-19 vaccination during the COVID-19 pandemic: A cross-sectional study.

Background & Objectives: There is a possibility that vaccinated people may experience lesser psychological distress due to the sense of safety felt by them against getting the COVID-19 infection as compared to those who are not vaccinated. However, there is a paucity of research examining the mental health status of this important sub-group of population. Thus, the present study was aimed to examine the pattern of psychological distress and its correlates among people receiving COVID-19 vaccine.

Prevalence and pattern of traumatic orofacial injuries in Kabaddi players in Delhi-NCR region.

Background/aim: Contact-sports are known to have higher risk of orofacial injuries due to the bodily contact with other players or equipment. Kabaddi is a traditional contact-sport of India that has gained an international recognition. There is a paucity of data regarding prevalence of traumatic dental and orofacial injuries among the Kabaddi players.

Predictors of Mortality among Patients Hospitalized with COVID-19 during the First Wave in India: A Multisite Case-Control Study.

Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 disease (COVID-19) has caused more than 6 million deaths globally. Understanding predictors of mortality will help in prioritizing patient care and preventive approaches. This was a multicentric, unmatched, hospital-based case-control study conducted in nine teaching hospitals in India.

Does dental trauma have impact on the oral health-related quality of life of children and adolescents?

Research Question: Does dental trauma have impact on the oral health-related quality of life of children and adolescents?

Research Protocol: Protocol was designed as per the best practices of evidence-based medicine, guidelines for umbrella reviews and registered in PROSPERO.

Literature Search: PubMed, Scopus, Embase, Web of Sciences and Lilacs were searched for studies meeting the inclusion criteria from start of databases to 15th July 2021. Grey literature and registries of systematic review protocols were also searched.

Public health supply chain for iron and folic acid supplementation in India: Status, bottlenecks and an agenda for corrective action under Anemia Mukt Bharat strategy.

Purpose: The IFA supplementation program under the Anemia Mukt Bharat (AMB) program is one of the most ambitious nutrient supplementation programs in India. The delivery of services often suffers due to frequent stock outs and shortages. It is critical to understand the bottleneck in the supply chain adversely affecting the performance and coverage of the program.

Sub-optimal knowledge with positive attitude and belief of frontline health workers toward the use of information technologies: A mixed-method study from rural Haryana, India.

Background: Information technology (IT) can be used by frontline health workers (FLWs) to connect and deliver care to the community. Various studies in India have assessed the beneficial impact of IT usage by FLWs, but for the long-term sustainability, the attitude and belief toward IT usage have not been adequately studied. We conducted this study to assess the knowledge and attitude and to explore the beliefs of FLWs toward the use of IT in a rural area of Haryana.

Exploratory analysis of the suitability of data from the civil registration system for estimating excess mortality due to COVID-19 in Faridabad district of India.

Background & Objectives: Due to shortcomings in death registration and medical certification, the excess death approach is recommended for COVID-19 mortality burden estimation. In this study the data from the civil registration system (CRS) from one district in India was explored for its suitability in the estimation of excess deaths, both directly and indirectly attributable to COVID-19.

Methods: All deaths registered on the CRS portal at the selected registrar's office of Faridabad district in Haryana between January 2016 and September 2021 were included.

Impact of inpatient rehabilitation on quality of life among stroke patients.

Objective: Despite remarkable progression in the treatment of stroke, the life quality and social related events caused by stroke have received limited attention in our country. Quality of life (QOL) assessment is an important part of the evaluation of stroke patients and their management. The objective of this study was to assess QOL in patients with stroke at the time of admission in rehabilitation unit and to assess the impact of inpatient rehabilitation on change in QOL in these patients.

Sexual dysfunction and sexual concerns among persons with disability due to myelopathy: A cross-sectional study.

Objectives: We have very little information about sexual activity and concerns of patients with myelopathy from India. The objectives of this study were to assess the sexual dysfunction and sexual concerns among patients with myelopathy due to spinal cord lesion (SCL).

Materials And Methods: This study was a single-center, cross-sectional, and hospital-based study among male and female patients in the age-group 18-50 years, with disability due to myelopathy due to SCL.