A5072576745- Reproductive tract infections research
- Cervical Cancer and HPV Research
- Global Maternal and Child Health
- Vaccine Coverage and Hesitancy
- Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health
- Syphilis Diagnosis and Treatment
- HIV/AIDS Research and Interventions
- Child Nutrition and Water Access
- SARS-CoV-2 and COVID-19 Research
- Sex work and related issues
- Hepatitis B Virus Studies
- Genital Health and Disease
- Reproductive System and Pregnancy
- Preterm Birth and Chorioamnionitis
- COVID-19 and Mental Health
- Demographic Trends and Gender Preferences
- Healthcare Systems and Reforms
- Herpesvirus Infections and Treatments
- Global Cancer Incidence and Screening
- Hepatitis Viruses Studies and Epidemiology
- Poverty, Education, and Child Welfare
- Gut microbiota and health
- HIV, Drug Use, Sexual Risk
- Influenza Virus Research Studies
- Diabetes Management and Education
University of Arizona
2020-2025
Public Health Research Institute Of India
2016-2025
University of Arizona Cancer Center
2021-2025
University of Miami
2022
Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions
2022
University of Utah
2022
University of California, Berkeley
2006-2022
Johns Hopkins University
2022
University of California System
2022
University of Oregon
2022
The BNT162b2 (Pfizer-BioNTech) mRNA COVID-19 vaccine was recommended by CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices for persons aged 12-15 years (referred to as adolescents in this report) May 12, 2021, and children 5-11 November 2, 2021 (1-4). Real-world data effectiveness (VE) these age groups are needed, especially because when the B.1.1.529 (Omicron) variant became predominant United States December early investigations of VE demonstrated a decline protection against symptomatic...
Background . Vulvovaginal candidiasis is characterized by curd-like vaginal discharge and itching, associated with considerable health economic costs. Materials Methods We examined the incidence, prevalence, risk factors for vulvovaginal among a cohort of 898 women in south India. Participants completed three study visits over six months, comprised structured interview pelvic examination. Results The positive predictive values diagnosis using individual signs or symptoms were low (<19%)....
While breastfeeding rates have improved globally, disparities in practices persist particularly rural and low resource settings. In India, only 56% of Indian mothers practice exclusive (EBF) for the recommended six months. As India leads world number preterm births, under 5 years age malnutrition neonatal mortality, understanding factors associated with EBF can help improve nutritional status millions infants. We assessed Mysore, India. This cross-sectional analysis was nested within a...
The BNT162b2 (Pfizer-BioNTech) mRNA COVID-19 vaccine has demonstrated high efficacy in preventing infection with SARS-CoV-2 (the virus that causes COVID-19) randomized placebo-controlled Phase III trials persons aged 12-17 years (referred to as adolescents this report) (1); however, data on real-word effectiveness (VE) among are limited (1-3). As of December 2021, the Pfizer-BioNTech is approved by Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for 16-17 under FDA emergency use authorization those 12-15...
Importance Data on the epidemiology of mild to moderately severe COVID-19 are needed inform public health guidance. Objective To evaluate associations between 2 or 3 doses mRNA vaccine and attenuation symptoms viral RNA load across SARS-CoV-2 lineages. Design, Setting, Participants A prospective cohort study essential frontline workers in Arizona, Florida, Minnesota, Oregon, Texas, Utah with infection confirmed by reverse transcriptase–polymerase chain reaction testing lineage classified...
Background: Trichomonas vaginalis infection is the most common curable sexually transmissible (STI) worldwide. The present study describes burden and correlates of T. among young reproductive age women in Mysore, India. Methods: Between November 2005 March 2006, active aged 15–30 years were recruited from low-income peri-urban rural neighbourhoods Participants interviewed offered a physical examination testing for vaginalis, bacterial vaginosis, vaginal candidiasis, Neisseria gonorrheoea...
Bacterial vaginosis (BV) and Trichomonas vaginalis (TV) have been estimated to affect one-quarter one-third of sexually active women worldwide, are often found concurrently. Few studies examined this relationship longitudinally better understand the direction temporality association.Between 2005 2006, a cohort 853 young, was followed in Mysore, India; participants were interviewed tested for BV TV at baseline, 3- 6-month visit. Generalized estimating equations used estimate how changes...
Despite ample evidence that HIV has entered the general population, most awareness programs in India continue to neglect rural areas. Low and high stigma, fueled by low literacy, seasonal migration, gender inequity, spatial dispersion, cultural taboos pose extra challenges implement much-needed education This paper describes a peer model developed educate empower low-literacy communities district of Perambalur (Tamil Nadu, India).From January December 2005, six non-governmental organizations...
Abstract Background While India has made significant progress in reducing maternal mortality, attaining further declines will require increased skilled birth attendance and institutional delivery among marginalized difficult to reach populations. Methods A population-based survey was carried out 16 randomly selected rural villages Mysore District Karnataka, between August September 2008. All households were enumerated women with children 6 years of age or younger underwent an...
Bacterial vaginosis (BV) and Trichomonas vaginalis infection (TV) have been associated with adverse birth outcomes increased risk for HIV. We compare the performance of simple inexpensive point-of-care (POC) tests to laboratory diagnosis syndromic management BV TV in poor settings.Between November 2005 March 2006, 898 sexually active women attending two reproductive health clinics Mysore, India were recruited into a cohort study investigating relationship between vaginal flora HSV-2...
In rural India, mobile medical clinics are useful models for delivering health promotion, education, and care. Mobile use fewer providers larger catchment areas compared to traditional clinic in resource limited settings, which is especially with shortages of healthcare a wide geographical distribution patients.From 2008 2011, we built infrastructure implement system educate communities about maternal child health, train community workers common safe birthing procedures, provide...
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has led to disruption of normal life across the globe, severely affecting already vulnerable populations such as pregnant women. Maternal mental health and well-being is a public priority evidence about impact on status women gradually emerging. findings recently published studies suggest that increased risk perception contracting COVID-19, reduced social support, increase in domestic violence, antenatal care, economic consequences mitigation strategies can lead...
Background: Despite being largely preventable, HPV-related cervical cancers continues to be the second highest cause of cancer deaths among Indian women. HPV testing using self-sampled samples may offer an opportunity expand screening in India where there is currently a shortage providers and facilities for screening. The study examines acceptability concordance self vs. clinician collected HPV-relted rural South Methods: Between May August 2017, eight mobile clinics were conducted 120...
There is currently little information on the acceptability of male circumcision in India. This study investigated among Indian mothers with children.A cross-sectional survey was conducted a convenience sample 795 women attending reproductive health clinic Mysore, India, between January and April 2007.Of 1012 invited eligible participants, agreed to participate (response rate = 78.5%). The majority were Hindus (78%), 18% Muslims, 4% Christians. About 26% respondents had no schooling, 29% 7...
Developing countries are currently struggling to achieve the Millennium Development Goal Five of reducing maternal mortality by three quarters between 1990 and 2015. Many health systems facing acute shortages workers needed provide improved prenatal care, skilled birth attendance emergency obstetric services - interventions crucial death. The World Health Organization estimates a current deficit almost 2.4 million doctors, nurses midwives. Complicating matters further, workforces typically...
A healthy vaginal environment is predominated by certain Lactobacillus species, which lead to the prevention of infections reproductive tract. This study examined characteristics cultivable species in both women and with bacterial vaginosis (BV). Between November 2011 September 2013, 139 attending a women's clinic Mysore, India, were evaluated for BV cross-sectional study. was diagnosed using Amsel's criteria: homogeneous discharge, pH >4.5, production amines, presence "clue" cells. Those...