Substantial out-of-pocket (OOP) expenditures push a large portion of the population below poverty line, especially those residing in rural areas having low incomes. Individuals from economically disadvantaged states India incur higher healthcare costs for hospitalization public health centers than do more developed states. Economically poorer households such as Bihar and Odisha face significantly OOP Tamil Nadu. This study aims to compare by using wealth index demographic factors concerning...

Background/objectiveDespite numerous advances in dentistry, the frequency of dental caries remains high, especially among children. Therefore, study's objectives were to assess prevalence school-aged children between ages 6–14 years, identify risk factors associated with and explore parents' understanding awareness preventing children.MethodA mixed method study was conducted rural areas Cuttack Jagatsinghpur districts Odisha, India. Children chosen from schools using a multistage sampling...

Documentation on prenatal intention for exclusive breastfeeding in rural India is scarce. The objective of this study was to examine and its predictors among pregnant women Odisha state India.A cross-sectional survey conducted involving 218 Odisha. A structured data collection tool developed measure knowledge, attitude, subjective norm, perceived control using continuous assessment scales. Bivariate multivariate regression analysis carried out.Only 29.8% reported a high breastfeeding. Higher...

ABSTRACT The objective of this study was to assess water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) practices mothers with under-five children in rural pockets the Nayagarh district, Odisha examine how those are associated health status children. A cross-sectional household survey carried out 370 participants having Odisha. multistage sampling strategy adopted. Participants were interviewed using a pre-tested structured schedule. Household information analysed descriptive statistics; logistic...

Background: Menarche and menstrual experiences play a critical role in adolescent girls’ life. These not only significantly influence their sexual reproductive health but also possess much social educational impact. This study qualitatively explores the perceptions, practices related to menarche menstruation among rural Indian girls which has been less studied past literature. Methods: A convenience sampling method was used select 32 (eight who did reach 24 attained menarche) from...

Mental illness disproportionately affects the physical, psychological, and social well-being of prisoners worldwide at a far higher rate than general population. Depression is one common mental illnesses. However, in low- middle-income countries, relatively little research has been undertaken to assess prevalence factors that contribute depression among prisoners.This paper aims burden predictors male inmates central jail Odisha.This cross-sectional study was conducted jails Odisha. A total...

Diarrhoeal disease is one of the major causes childhood morbidity and mortality in India. It affects all ages, yet very few studies have been found regarding young older children affected by diarrhoea its etiology. About 2.2 million deaths are attributed to alone India every year. However, a large number diarrhoeal cases may be avoided with proper sanitation hygiene practices. The primary aim this study was assess current water, sanitation, (WASH) practises among mothers their (6 months 11...

A BSTRACT Background: Basic sanitation and waste management have always remained a central issue in India. The country launched its flagship program – Swachh Bharat Abhiyan (SBA) (Clean India Mission) 2014 to abolish open defecation achieve universal coverage. Objective: This study aimed examine barriers toilet use women’s menstrual hygiene practices relation the availability of toilets among rural residents. Materials Methods: Using cross-sectional design multi-stage sampling method, 120...

The concerns of inaccessibility to essential medicines in India are well-studied and documented. Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Priyojana (PMBJP) is one the policy initiatives address medicine. Kendra (People's Medicine Centre), which part PMBJP being enquired a limited way understand its effectiveness. province Odisha has been chosen as study area for evaluation People's Centres.

The study aims to assess the practice of using unsafe drinking water and sanitary practices among population dwelling in slum settings Bhubaneswar city, Odisha, India.A cross-sectional was conducted 288 households slums Chandrasekharpur, Neeladri Vihar, Trinatha basti. A questionnaire administered face face. Descriptive statistics were used define participants' sociodemographic characteristics, household information, water, latrine waste disposal.The majority (59.7%) resided kutcha notified...

Introduction The World Health Organization and International Union against Tuberculosis (TB) recommends screening patients with TB for Diabetes Mellitus (DM) at the initiation of treatment. There are few pilot studies which screen DM, but none them have documented feasibility managing DM in Indian healthcare setting. Operational research is needed to determine best way manage individuals both conditions. This study aimed develop, field test an integrated, multidisciplinary program addressing...

This paper aims to assess the prenatal breastfeeding intention and its predictors in Odisha, a state India. Data were collected from 218 rural pregnant women of Angul district India 2012. About 33% lacked exclusively breastfeed their babies for 6 months. Prelacteal feeding was intended by one-third while 61.5% feed water during first months birth. Women an older age [odds ratio (OR) = 1.30; 95% confidence interval (CI) 1.09-1.55], with more education (OR 1.14; CI 1.08-1.32), belonging lower...

Attaining universal health coverage (UHC) is a common aspiration for many countries across the world. We examine term UHC in existing literature, which could help global community to achieve access quality services all. The necessitates aiming equity urge country provide services, especially those who are currently unreached. Likewise, must focus on social determinants and express an individual's perceived need without any harm individual values belief systems. make transition from...

Objectives : The scarcity of nursing workforce in rural and underserved areas are key challenges for healthcare systems across the countries. Such inequities have not only impede quality care but also an impact to population health outcomes especially developing An understanding about nurses’ retention attrition crucial inform policy decision makers improved among workforce. aim study was examine relationship between living conditions, work environment intent stay current posts work;...

Background Epidemiological evidence about the prevalence of adolescent mental health issues and their association with literacy is crucial for sustained promotion strategies. Adolescence a critical life stage promotion. However, not available among Ethiopian school adolescents. Hence, present study examined adolescents’ correlation literacy. Materials methods A cross-sectional was conducted adolescents (grades 5–12) in Dire Dawa city, Eastern Ethiopia using multistage random sampling. Data...

Background: The Human Resource in Health (HRH) crisis is one of the most critical constraints to achieving health and development goals. In this study, WHO's recommendations were used highlight workforce issues remote rural areas with a prime focus on four major policy domains: education, regulatory, financial incentives, professional personal support. Objectives: Medical doctors are essential frontline workers for primary care India. This study adopted World Organization's (WHO's) human...