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International Journal of Research in Medical Sciences
Background: Iron deficiency is a leading cause of anemia in pregnancy. The standard treatment in ... more Background: Iron deficiency is a leading cause of anemia in pregnancy. The standard treatment in majority of the institutions is oral iron, with blood transfusion reserved for severe or emergency cases. However, it is unreliable in the treatment of severe anemia. The aim of this study was to compare the efficacy and safety of intravenous iron sucrose and oral iron administration for the treatment of iron deficiency anaemia in pregnancy. Methods: Hundred women with gestational age between 30 and 34 weeks with established iron deficiency anaemia with hemoglobin between 6-8g/dL were randomized to receive either oral ferrous sulphate 200 mg thrice daily or required dose of intravenous iron sucrose 200 mg in 200 ml NS on alternate days. Hemoglobin was measured at recruitment and on 2nd week, 4th week and at 37 weeks. Adverse drug reactions were also noted in both the groups. Results were analyzed by student’s t-test and Chi-square test. Results: Haemoglobin values varied significantly wi...
International Journal Of Community Medicine And Public Health, 2020
Background: Hepatitis B virus (HBV) is 50-100 times more infectious than HIV and this communicabl... more Background: Hepatitis B virus (HBV) is 50-100 times more infectious than HIV and this communicable disease can be prevented by vaccination. Auxiliary staff (class IV workers) of a hospital is one of the most important health workers who work at ground level and are directly or indirectly exposed to blood and body fluids in the course of their work and therefore are at high risk of infection with blood-borne pathogens. They are expected to have an optimum level of awareness toward HBV infection. This study was conducted with the aim to study the awareness about HBV infection, and its transmission, vaccination and protective practices among auxiliary staff.Methods: A cross‑sectional descriptive study was carried out in 220 auxiliary staff of a tertiary care hospital in Maharashtra, using a pretested, pre-validated questionnaire.Results: Out of 220 respondents 146 had heard about HBV infection. Out of 146 respondents, 89 were aware about >1 routes of transmission, 135 heard about va...
International Journal of Community Medicine and Public Health, 2020
The proliferation of video display terminals (VDT) in the modern office setting of banks has gene... more The proliferation of video display terminals (VDT) in the modern office setting of banks has generated concern related to potential health hazards associated with their use. Musculoskeletal pain and visual discomfort are the main health problems reported by computers and the major contributors to workdays lost. Prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders among keyboard users has been reported to be as high as 81%. In the computing environment, incorrect computer workstation set up, prolonged work in fixed or awkward positions, seated and static work, and overuse have been identified as MSD risk factors.
International Journal of Research in Medical Sciences
Background: Iron deficiency is a leading cause of anemia in pregnancy. The standard treatment in ... more Background: Iron deficiency is a leading cause of anemia in pregnancy. The standard treatment in majority of the institutions is oral iron, with blood transfusion reserved for severe or emergency cases. However, it is unreliable in the treatment of severe anemia. The aim of this study was to compare the efficacy and safety of intravenous iron sucrose and oral iron administration for the treatment of iron deficiency anaemia in pregnancy. Methods: Hundred women with gestational age between 30 and 34 weeks with established iron deficiency anaemia with hemoglobin between 6-8g/dL were randomized to receive either oral ferrous sulphate 200 mg thrice daily or required dose of intravenous iron sucrose 200 mg in 200 ml NS on alternate days. Hemoglobin was measured at recruitment and on 2nd week, 4th week and at 37 weeks. Adverse drug reactions were also noted in both the groups. Results were analyzed by student’s t-test and Chi-square test. Results: Haemoglobin values varied significantly wi...
International Journal Of Community Medicine And Public Health, 2020
Background: Hepatitis B virus (HBV) is 50-100 times more infectious than HIV and this communicabl... more Background: Hepatitis B virus (HBV) is 50-100 times more infectious than HIV and this communicable disease can be prevented by vaccination. Auxiliary staff (class IV workers) of a hospital is one of the most important health workers who work at ground level and are directly or indirectly exposed to blood and body fluids in the course of their work and therefore are at high risk of infection with blood-borne pathogens. They are expected to have an optimum level of awareness toward HBV infection. This study was conducted with the aim to study the awareness about HBV infection, and its transmission, vaccination and protective practices among auxiliary staff.Methods: A cross‑sectional descriptive study was carried out in 220 auxiliary staff of a tertiary care hospital in Maharashtra, using a pretested, pre-validated questionnaire.Results: Out of 220 respondents 146 had heard about HBV infection. Out of 146 respondents, 89 were aware about >1 routes of transmission, 135 heard about va...
International Journal of Community Medicine and Public Health, 2020
The proliferation of video display terminals (VDT) in the modern office setting of banks has gene... more The proliferation of video display terminals (VDT) in the modern office setting of banks has generated concern related to potential health hazards associated with their use. Musculoskeletal pain and visual discomfort are the main health problems reported by computers and the major contributors to workdays lost. Prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders among keyboard users has been reported to be as high as 81%. In the computing environment, incorrect computer workstation set up, prolonged work in fixed or awkward positions, seated and static work, and overuse have been identified as MSD risk factors.