A5063247454- Oral Health Pathology and Treatment
- Global Public Health Policies and Epidemiology
- Migration, Health and Trauma
- Vector-borne infectious diseases
- Healthcare Systems and Reforms
- Head and Neck Cancer Studies
- Alcohol Consumption and Health Effects
- Substance Abuse Treatment and Outcomes
- Dental Health and Care Utilization
- Viral Infections and Vectors
- Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology
- Leptospirosis research and findings
- Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research
- Salivary Gland Tumors Diagnosis and Treatment
- Vaccine Coverage and Hesitancy
- Parasitic Infections and Diagnostics
- Antibiotic Use and Resistance
- Dental Research and COVID-19
- Parasites and Host Interactions
- Zoonotic diseases and public health
- Oral microbiology and periodontitis research
- Blood Pressure and Hypertension Studies
- Nail Diseases and Treatments
- Global Cancer Incidence and Screening
- Sodium Intake and Health
St. Luke's International University
2023-2025
Royal Centre for Disease Control
2024
Royal Government of Bhutan
2024
The University of Tokyo
2024
National Cancer Centre Japan
2024
Royal University of Bhutan
2021-2023
St. Luke's International Hospital
2023
Ministry of Agriculture and Forests
2023
Dhaka Medical College and Hospital
2018
Hypertension, defined as persistently elevated systolic blood pressure (SBP) >140 mmHg and/or diastolic (DBP) at least 90 (International Society of Hypertension guidelines), affects over 1.5 billion people worldwide. is associated with increased risk cardiovascular disease (CVD) events (e.g. coronary heart disease, failure and stroke) death. An international panel experts convened by the International College Experts compiled lifestyle management recommendations first-line strategy to...
Abstract Background Cancer represents a significant global public health challenge, with escalating incidence rates straining healthcare systems. Malaysia, like many nations, has witnessed rise in cancer cases, particularly among the younger population. This study aligns Malaysia’s National Strategic Plan for Control Programme 2021–2025, emphasizing primary prevention and early detection to address cancer’s impact. Therefore, we aim describe timeliness of care symptom presentation,...
Tobacco use remains a major public health challenge globally. In Bhutan, despite the implementation of strict tobacco control measures, uses among students continue to be alarmingly high compared neighboring countries. This study aims analyze trends and correlates in utilizing nationally representative Global Youth Survey (GYTS) data from multiple survey years. Secondary analyses GYTS collected during 2004–2019 with 12,594 aged 11–18 years were employed. Use was defined as either smoked or...
In Japan, cervical cancer has the highest incidence rate among cancers affecting women aged 15–39, with human papillomavirus (HPV) infection reported as primary cause.1 This situation can be traced back to 2013, when Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare (MHLW) ceased its active promotion HPV vaccine following reports adverse events immunization. Consequently, an 8-year span was observed wherein vaccination lingered below 1%, which led estimated additional 24,600–27,300 cases 5000–5700...
Background: Antibiotics Resistance has been in the limelight of medical developments for long. The patient factor, mainly social aspect it is overshadowed by ever growing new potent drugs and technologies. Bangladesh no exception to rest world. However, relatively fewer works have published on relationship between Knowledge, Attitude Practice (KAP) within Bangladesh. This study was done assess present status knowledge, attitude practice use antibiotics among people visiting a tertiary care...
Alcohol use is a major public health problem in Bhutan. Compliance with regulations at the point of sale an important strategy alcohol control. Retail outlets were briefed on and provided notification rules, which they directed to display premises. The extent licensed responded possible purchases was assessed through young proxy-purchasers, adults feigning intoxication sober adults. A total 854 visits (pre versus post visits) made across four district towns. Two towns (Damphu town Tsirang...
Introduction: Scrub typhus is a neglected life threatening acute febrile illness caused by bacteria Orientia tsutsugamushi and it vector-borne zoonotic disease. In 2009, scrub outbreak at Gedu has awakened Bhutan on the awareness testing of disease.Information data study highlights need for in depth surveillance, among prescribers initiate preventive measures country. Methods: We used retrospective descriptive through review laboratory registers across three health centres Zhemgang district,...
Abstract Background The epidemiology of cleft lip (CL) and palate (CLP) has not previously been described in the context Bhutan Bhutanese populations. Using National Birth Defects Surveillance Data other vital statistics, we present comprehensive Bhutan. Methodology Registry from 2015 to 2022 is reviewed retrospectively, covering 8 years birth defect surveillance country records maintained with three referral hospitals country. baseline prevalence incidence have presented over years. was...
Background: Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) pose a serious global health challenge, accounting for 74% of all deaths worldwide, with low-and middle-income countries (LMICs) disproportionately affected. These challenges are further exacerbated in humanitarian settings, particularly among forcibly displaced people (FDP). Despite the critical need NCDs management these populations, their epidemiology remains poorly understood. This highlights an urgent research priority to address knowledge...
The purpose of this survey was to identify whether students Taktse Central School get adequate sleep or not, which has a direct impact on the academic achievement students.Further, it also explored some possible causes falling asleep in class.A two-part questionnaire consisted student's demographic details viz.gender, age, and grade level.The second part 13 objective questions.Questions 2 7 were four-point Likert scale that drew students' sleeping awareness, other remaining questions 2, 8,...
Oral Submucous Fibrosis (OFMF) is an oral potentially malignant disorder (OPMDs), strongly linked to betel quid chewing. It exhibits a significantly higher rate of transformation compared other OPMDs. The use Intralesional Triamcinolone Acetonide Injection has emerged as highly effective treatment option and become the cornerstone managing this condition.A 44-year-old female 40-year-old male presented with burning sensation limited mouth opening, leading diagnosis OSMF. Both patients were...
A rare case of marble being impacted in buccal mucosa is presented. 25 mm by sized was found the space a 9-year-old male child preoperatively. The boy originally suspected for benign swelling and planned excisional biopsy under general anesthesia. presentation management are discussed here.
Introduction: Bhutan’s healthcare approach in achieving the sustainable development goal 3 (SDG 3) has been largely through primary as enshrined universal health coverage (UHC). Bhutan forged a unique model which oral is integrated its care initiatives. The Oral Health program under Department of public was established 1999 with clear line objectives. achieved commendable successes over years. However, changing needs, enhancing and mainstreaming dentistry country must be accorded top...
Abstract A rare case of extraintestinal infection with pinworm (Enterobius vermicularis) in the oral cavity is presented. 19-year-old girl presented complaints sore describing as zig-zag rough lesion over buccal mucosa for 2 months. Parasitic infestation was suspected. The presentation and management are discussed here. To date, no such has been reported.
Abstract Introduction Early diagnosis and treatment plays an important role in preventing mortality scrub typhus infection. In districts situated the subtropical region of Bhutan, remains aetiology among those with acute febrile illness. Zhemgang is one district at 572 m above sea level warm humid climate, majority population are involved farming livestock rearing. Methods This was a cross‐sectional study patients illness district, tested for rapid diagnostic kits. Variables were extracted...
Abstract Background: Oral Submucous Fibrosis is a premalignant condition that strongly linked to betel quid chewing. It exhibits significantly higher rate of malignant transformation compared other lesions. Fortunately, the use Intralesional Triamcinolone Acetonide Injection has emerged as highly effective treatment option and become cornerstone managing this condition. Case Presentation: A 44-year-old female 40-year-old male presented with burning sensation limited mouth opening, leading...
Abstract Background Nutritional deficiencies are common worldwide and is most notable in low middle income countries. In the early weeks of September 2018, oral sores mostly affecting tongue were reported three central schools under Tsirang district, Bhutan. A total 204 students affected schools. All have been assessed on outbreak nutritional survey was conducted . Methods who complained different lesions screened by dental surgeon for clinical assessment administered questionnaire...
Abstract Background In the early weeks of September 2018, clusters oral sores mostly affecting tongue were reported in three central schools under Tsirang district, Bhutan. All have both boarding and day schooling facilities. A total 243 students affected as aggregated by all schools. Almost students’ complaint burning sensation mouth followed redness depapillation tongue. been assessed on outbreak nutritional survey was conducted Methods Descriptive cross sectional study among is conducted....
Abstract Alcohol use is a major public health problem in Bhutan. Compliance with regulations at point of sales an important strategy alcohol control. Retail outlets were briefed on and provided notification rules directed to display the premises. The extent which licensed responded possible purchase was assessed through young proxy‐purchasers, adults feigning intoxicated sober adults. A total 854 visits (pre versus post visits) made across four district towns. Two towns (Damphu town Tsirang...