01 - Fundamental Stratification of Communication to Overcome Health Inequities
http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/giidr.2024(IX-II).0110.31703/giidr.2024(IX-II).01 Published : Jun 2024
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In this study, the district Narowal, Punjab authorities were polled on a wide range of health inequality-related topics. These included their understanding of the need to address these inequities, the advantages and disadvantages of doing so, and the various approaches they took to the subject. The three focus groups had 47 members, including representatives from the environmental, public safety, ... Details
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Communication, Public Safety, Community Health, Health Disparities
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(1) Irfan Arif
PhD Scholar, University of Southern Queensland, Australia.
02 - Exploring the Anthropological Dynamics of Tuberculosis Transmission
http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/giidr.2024(IX-II).0210.31703/giidr.2024(IX-II).02 Published : Jun 2024
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TB is truly one of the major public health concerns, with transmission dynamics being quite complex and very much influenced by anthropological factors. Specifically, in this research paper, the researcher investigates the social and cultural backgrounds that shape TB transmission by exploring how human behavior, cultural beliefs, and socioeconomic factors interconnect to preserve the spread of th... Details
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Tuberculosis, Anthropological Dynamics, Cultural Beliefs, Socioeconomic Factors, Stigma, Social Networks, Public Health.
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(1) Muhammad Khan Niazi
MPhil scholar, Department of Anthropology, PMAS-Arid Agriculture University Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan.
(2) Abid Ghafoor Chaudhry
Associate Professor/Chairmain, Department of Anthropology PMAS-Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan.
03 - Comparative Effects of Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy Versus Pulsed Ultras
http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/giidr.2024(IX-II).0310.31703/giidr.2024(IX-II).03 Published : Jun 2024
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This randomized controlled study compared the effectiveness of pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) therapy and pulsed ultrasound therapy on the range of motion in 40 knee osteoarthritis patients. Divided into two groups of 20, Group A received PEMF therapy, while Group B underwent pulsed ultrasound therapy over an 8-week period. Data analysis using SPSS version 23.0 revealed significant improvemen... Details
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Knee Osteoarthritis, Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy (PEMF), Pulsed Ultrasound Therapy, Range of Motion, Randomized Controlled Trial, Physical Therapy, Joint Mobility, Pain Management
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(1) Saifullah Khan Durrani
Principal & Assistant Professor, Stella College of Medical and Allied Sciences, Quetta, Balochistan, Pakistan.
(2) Muhammad Atif Khan
Principal & Associate Professor, Department of Rehabilitation and Health Sciences, Nazeer Hussain University, Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan.
(3) Noman Ahmed
Principal and Assistant Professor, Isra Institute of Rehabilitation Sciences, Isra University Karachi Campus, Hyderabad, Sindh, Pakistan.
04 - Recent Trends and Emerging Approaches in the Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes: Lifes
http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/giidr.2024(IX-II).0410.31703/giidr.2024(IX-II).04 Published : Jun 2024
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Hyperglycemia and insulin resistance are the two major hallmarks of T2DM, a metabolic disorder that is widely spread and severely threatening global public health. Of interest, treatment options for T2DM are also under significant advancements in the recent past, including medication, bariatric surgery, and lifestyle modifications. In addition, lifestyle therapies, including changes in eating and ... Details
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Bariatric Surgery, Medication, Lifestyle Changes, Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, New Approaches
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(1) Sajida Afzal
PhD Scholar, Department of Biomedical Engineering (Medicine), Shenzhen University, China Union Shenzhen Hospital, East Guangdong, China.
(2) Iram Akbar
Undergraduate, Department of Chemistry Bacha Khan University, Charsadda, KP, Pakistan.
(3) Siraj Khan
Assistant Manager, Qarshi Herbs Research Center, Qarshi Industry, Hattar, Haripur, KP, Pakiatan. Qarshi University, Lahore, Punjab Pakistan.
05 - The Impact of Microsmart Lockdown (MSLD) Strategy on Flattening the Covid-19 Cur
http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/giidr.2024(IX-II).0510.31703/giidr.2024(IX-II).05 Published : Jun 2024
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A new coronavirus that emerged in late December 2019 in Wuhan, China has now spread to almost every country on Earth. At the end of February, Pakistan reported its first case. Three weeks after the initial incident, with a total of more than 880 cases, the nation went into lockdown. While a month-long shutdown in Pakistan successfully contained the COVID-19 pandemic, the government gradually lifte... Details
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COVID-19, Micro Smart Lockdown, World Health Organization, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome
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(1) Sadiq Ali
MS Scholar, Department of Management Sciences, Brains Institute, Peshawar, KP, Pakistan.
(2) Natasha
MS Scholar, Department of Management Sciences, Brains Institute Peshawar, KP, Pakistan.
(3) Syed Asim Shah
Assistant Professor, Department of Management Sciences, COMSATS Islamabad, Pakistan.
06 - Innovation of Adjustable Ankle Joint Orthoses for Patients with Flexible Equinus
http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/giidr.2024(IX-II).0610.31703/giidr.2024(IX-II).06 Published : Jun 2024
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The limited dorsiflexion at the ankle joint is characterized by Equinus deformity. It has a large impact on mobility and functionality at all ages. Usually, Achilles tendon stretching and Ankle Foot Orthosis (AFOs) are used as a treatment but have low efficiency and flexibility. Frequently adjustment to AFOs required through dynamic foot positioning makes this treatment very expensive due to repea... Details
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Ankle Foot Orthosis (AFO), Ankle Joint, Dorsiflexion, Equinus Deformity, Plantarflexion, Local Made Ankle Joint
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(1) Laraib
MS Scholar, Rehabilitation Sciences (Orthotics & prosthetics) -Superior University, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
(2) Saleh Shah
Assistant professor, Superior University Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
(3) Saad Saleem
Senior Lecturer, Superior University Lahore, Manager Research and Quality- Chal Foundation, Islamabad, Pakistan.
07 - Seroprevalence of Brucellosis among Patients with Abortion History at Selected H
http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/giidr.2024(IX-II).0710.31703/giidr.2024(IX-II).07 Published : Jun 2024
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Pregnant women may experience spontaneous abortions due to Brucella species, often transmitted through raw milk, animal contact, or infected partners. This study investigated the seroprevalence of brucellosis and associated risk factors among pregnant women with a history of abortion in Bahawalpur, Pakistan. Conducted in three hospitals, 151 serum samples were screened using the Rose Bengal Agglut... Details
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Brucella, pregnant women, Abortion, Rose Bengal Test, Elisa
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(1) Tuba Ahsan
Post-graduate Student, Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Punjab, Pakistan.
(2) Muhammad Saqib
Associate Professor, Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, Faculty of Veterinary Science, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan.
(3) Ali Hassan
Post-graduate Student, Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, Faculty of Veterinary Science, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan.
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