- Global Public Health Policies and Epidemiology
- Blood Pressure and Hypertension Studies
- Cardiovascular Health and Risk Factors
- Global Maternal and Child Health
- Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet
- Sodium Intake and Health
- Leprosy Research and Treatment
- Psychological Well-being and Life Satisfaction
- School Health and Nursing Education
- Smoking Behavior and Cessation
- Child Nutrition and Water Access
- Mobile Health and mHealth Applications
- Healthcare Systems and Reforms
- Health disparities and outcomes
- Vaccine Coverage and Hesitancy
- Medication Adherence and Compliance
- Pharmaceutical Practices and Patient Outcomes
- Viral Infections and Vectors
- Animal Disease Management and Epidemiology
- Obesity and Health Practices
- Health and Well-being Studies
- Brucella: diagnosis, epidemiology, treatment
- Workplace Spirituality and Leadership
- Global Health and Epidemiology
- ICT in Developing Communities
World Education
2024
Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research
2012-2023
Kalpana Chawla Government Medical College and Hospital
2023
Central University of Himachal Pradesh
2023
Purpose Our study aims to understand what is known about happiness at work (HAW) in terms of publication, citations, dimensions and characteristics, as well how knowledge HAW generated regarding theoretical frameworks, context methods. Additionally, it explores future directions for research. Design/methodology/approach This paper conducts a systematic literature review 56 empirical articles published between 2000 2022 comprehensively explore HAW. It examines publication trends, citation...
Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are governed by a cluster of unhealthy behaviours and their determinants, like tobacco alcohol, diet, lack physical activity, overweight obesity, pollution (air, water, soil), stress. Regulation these plays crucial role in blood pressure control among individuals on hypertensive treatment, especially those suffering from uncontrolled hypertension. Hence, the present study aims at identifying associated with We did secondary data analysis National Family...
Abstract Background: Most often, the role of media in wider dissemination information about health and diseases is underscored. The present study aims to systematically analyze describe outreach print online-earned generated during a “hypertension control project” undertaken state North India. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional analysis was conducted. All earned news stories published online as part hypertension project from January November 2021 were included study. An integrated model...
Aim This study aimed to assess the impact of a mHealth and community health education intervention on diabetes awareness promoting healthy dietary lifestyle habits within rural population in Andhra Pradesh, India. Methods Using quasi-experimental design, mDiabetes program was implemented for 1 year, among 1,03,538 individuals. Under this program, 56 prevention messages (twice week) local language) were disseminated participants via voice calls period 6 months. Additionally, meetings...
In India, fall-related injury morbidity and mortality is an emerging public health problem in older people. Despite awareness of a growing burden, there scarcity literature on effective acceptable interventions. This study was undertaken to explore the perceptions people regarding risk falls understanding fall prevention programmes.We conducted six focus group discussions (FGDs), comprising single gender for three socio-demographic groups north Indian city, Chandigarh, 2011. FGDs were local...
The dairy industry plays an important role in the economy and food security of India. A study value chains was conducted Punjab, India, to identify production constraints biosecurity risks. Focus group discussions key informant interviews were during 2018–2019 with a total 119 participants comprising veterinarians (41), paraveterinarians (15), veterinary academics (12), farmers (46) informants (5). Input output created, potential risk nodes identified that could facilitate transmission...
This study aims to assess the urban-rural difference in prevalence of hypertension (HT) and explore disparities lifestyle risk factors HT among urban rural individuals aged 15-49 years India.The cross-sectional data collected as a part fourth round National Family Health Survey (NFHS-4) was analysed this observational study. NFHS-4 conducted between January 2015 December 2016 amongst men 15-54 women years. In order maintain uniformity, age group considered. Descriptive analyses were...
Disability, CBR and Inclusive Development aims to enhance knowledge in the field of disability inclusive development, addressing needs practitioners, policy makers, DPOs scientific community.
Health promotion (HP) has been an integral part of all national programs although it a low priority in India, which resulted failure to achieve the desired results.Situation analysis information education communication (IEC)/behavior change (BCC)/HP activities within existing health was undertaken district Hoshiarpur Punjab and Ambala Haryana during 2013-14.Facility-based assessments were done by conducting in-depth interviews with stakeholders, program officers, medical workers, counselors....
Previous evidences have reported that almost three-fourth of young hypertensives are not seeking care for their condition leading to severe complications. This study was conducted assess the determinants treatment-seeking behaviour among in India.The National Family Health Survey-4 data were analysed. Sampling weights and clustering accounted using svyset command. Screening, awareness, prevalence control status with 95% confidence interval (CI). Poisson regression done identify behaviour.In...
The "Health Promoting School" (HPS) is a holistic and comprehensive approach to integrating health promotion within the community. At time of conducting this study, there was no organized accreditation system for HPS in India. We therefore developed an HPSs using support from key stakeholders implemented Chandigarh territory, India.A desk review undertaken processes used other countries. An manual drafted after discussions with stakeholders. Seventeen schools (eight government nine private)...
Despite the existence of Registration Birth and Death Act (1969), Civil System (CRS) in India registered only 68.3% births 63.2% deaths. Hence, National Population Policy (2000) emphasized need to improve registration vital events. In 2005, Haryana initiated policy changes enhance We evaluated impact these on CRS 2009.Records reports were reviewed. On basis birth deaths reported by Sample System, proportion estimated using projected population from 2001 Census.Before Police Stations centers...
Abstract Hypertension is a global health challenge, especially in low‐to‐middle‐income countries, where awareness and control are suboptimal. Despite available treatments, poor medication adherence hampers blood pressure control, leading to adverse outcomes increased costs. In response, the GOI has initiated national action plans address noncommunicable diseases, including hypertension. The study aimed analyze patient retention rates hypertension treatment across healthcare levels understand...
The idea of happiness is as old civilization, but breakthrough achieved only in 20th century. Happiness can be broadly segmented into biological and behavioural component. sufferings from illnesses hamper happiness. correlates negatively with morbidity, mortality, stress anxiety contrast to a positive correlation motivation, healthy behaviours longevity. In this article, an attempt has been made understand the relationship between its important contributory factors.The current study used...
Introduction: In India, implementation of Health Promotion activities follows a vertical approach at district level. A project was therefore implemented for 3 years in Hoshiarpur and Ambala districts Northern with objectives to develop, implement, assess the effectiveness integrated health promotion model. Materials Methods: Situation analysis two followed by state level stakeholders workshop which detailed layout model manual (Hindi, English, Punjabi) developed capacity building workforce....
Context: Medication adherence is critical for the secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease (CVD). Nonadherence to prescribed treatment associated with adverse health outcomes and higher costs care. Aims: The present study aimed assess medication among patients diagnosed coronary artery (CAD) in Chandigarh, India. Settings Design: This cross-sectional was conducted five different hospitals or centers Chandigarh. Materials Methods: standardized Morisky Adherence Scale-8 item used adult...
The way people interpret their diseases/illness and its treatment, or the meanings of these, has a direct impact on populations at community reagional levels deal with illness as well treatments sought chosen. Our study sets out to assess socio-demographic profile leprosy patients health-seeking behaviour. We also explore certain cultural factors hallmarking local, traditional remedial choices how this presents an obstacle effective treatement consultation. This said, our further considers...
Research shows that risk factors for noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) are associated with behaviors either begin or reinforced during adolescence. Yet, focus on this age group in national NCDs policies globally regionally South-East Asia Region (SEAR) has not been adequately addressed. This overview of strategies to prevent among adolescents SEAR countries provides a benchmark against which policy response can be assessed and strengthened. We reviewed all publically available documented...
1. Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai and Ministry Health Family Welfare, Government India. Global Adult Tobacco Survey GATS 2. India 2016-2017 Report. Accessed November 1, 2022. https://ntcp.nhp.gov.in/assets... Google Scholar
One of the 'best buys' for preventing Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) is to reduce tobacco use. The synergy scenario NCDs with use necessitates converging interventions under two vertical programs address co-morbidities and other collateral benefits. current study was undertaken an objective ascertain feasibility integrating a cessation package into NCD clinics, especially from perspective healthcare providers, along potential drivers barriers impacting its implementation.A...
Objective: The present study assessed the effect of a 12 weeks lifestyle intervention program on health behavior, anthropometric measures and biochemical profile in selected schools. Study Design: A community-based study. 8 schools were randomly allotted to control or group. Sample size 180 students each group for anthropometry profile. Students subjected comprising life skill sessions, diary, physical activity period daily, healthier option school canteen, etc., followed by post assessment....