- COVID-19 epidemiological studies
- Vaccine Coverage and Hesitancy
- SARS-CoV-2 and COVID-19 Research
- COVID-19 Pandemic Impacts
- COVID-19 and Mental Health
- Tuberculosis Research and Epidemiology
- Pneumonia and Respiratory Infections
- Visual and Cognitive Learning Processes
- Cardiac, Anesthesia and Surgical Outcomes
- Autism Spectrum Disorder Research
- Family and Disability Support Research
- Gender, Security, and Conflict
- Frailty in Older Adults
- Chronic Disease Management Strategies
- Peripheral Artery Disease Management
- COVID-19 Clinical Research Studies
- Cerebrovascular and Carotid Artery Diseases
- Intimate Partner and Family Violence
- Viral Infections and Vectors
- Poverty, Education, and Child Welfare
- Sex work and related issues
- Health and Well-being Studies
- Multisensory perception and integration
- Atherosclerosis and Cardiovascular Diseases
- Infection Control and Ventilation
Jamia Hamdard
2016-2025
Institute of Medical Sciences
2016-2025
Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University
2017-2023
Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University
2013-2017
East West University
2017
Jahangirnagar University
2008
India introduced BBV152/Covaxin and AZD1222/Covishield vaccines in January 2021. We estimated the effectiveness of these against severe COVID-19 among individuals aged ≥45 years.We did a multi-centric, hospital-based, case-control study between May July Cases were patients, controls negative from 11 hospitals. Vaccine (VE) was for complete (2 doses ≥ 14 days) partial (1 dose 21 vaccination; interval two vaccine vaccination Delta variant. used random effects logistic regression model to...
Violence against women perpetrated by husbands and male partners occurs worldwide, an increasing number of surveys indicate that it is widely condoned. This article presents findings from a 2002 survey conducted in six rural villages Bangladesh suggesting extremely high proportion believe husbands’ use violence their wives acceptable. To investigate the reliability psychosocial underpinnings these findings, we also examine data 110 in‐depth interviews 14 small group discussions. The results...
This article seeks to deepen understanding of the reasons that abused women in a resource-poor rural setting seek recourse so seldom and with little success. Data from in-depth interviews group discussions are used explore range responses domestic violence examine barriers seeking. Findings illustrate how combination poverty gender inequality, inequities legal framework, patriarchal attitudes corruption both formal informal institutions at local level discourage seeking decrease likelihood...
Understanding the perception and concerns of people about COVID-19 vaccine in developing populous country like India will help understanding demand for further tailoring out public health information education activities. The study was carried to assess present state knowledge have probable COVID-19, know preferences respondents this learn expectations apprehensions features prospective residing capital city India.This cross-sectional conducted amongst residents Delhi, from July October...
Abstract Introduction: Thalassemia is becoming a serious public health problem. This chronic disease not only affects patients physical functioning but also their emotional functioning, social and school leading to impaired related quality of life (HRQoL) the patients. study assessed HRQoL thalassemia compared with that healthy children. Methods: cross-sectional comparative was conducted in Department Pediatric Hematology Oncology (PHO), Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU),...
Abstract Introduction: Women in healthcare sector, due to their gendered roles and long working hours, are more vulnerable sexual harassment (SH). This study investigates the prevalence of SH among female workers (HCWs) India, explores barriers seeking help examines consequences on lives. Method: A mixed method was conducted over one year enrolling from government private settings. Quantitative data collected via face-to-face interviews Google forms using revised Sexual Experiences...
The United Nations Population Fund suggests that the number of elderly persons is expected to grow 173 million by 2026. aging phase further made adverse conditions such as failty, multimorbidity and polypharmacy.To assess status associates frailty among (>60 years) residing in a peri-urban slum area Delhi using EDMONSTON Frail scale evaluate interplay (MM) polypharmacy (PP) on frail pre-frail spectrum community-dwelling cohort.A community study from Dec 2018 till July 2019 with sample size...
Tuberculosis Preventive Treatment (TPT) is a powerful tool for preventing the TB infection from developing into active disease, and has recently been expanded to all household contacts of cases in India. This study employs mixed-methods approach conduct situational analysis initial phase TPT implementation among pulmonary patients three districts Delhi, It was completed using checklist based assessments, care cascade data, qualitative analysis. Our observations indicated that organizational...
Background: Anemia in the elderly can have tremendous impact on their health and functionality. Many a time, anemia is overlooked due priority not given regarding its causes impact. Objectives: The present study was conducted to assess prevalence of various correlates associated with it. Materials Methods: This cross-sectional from December 2011 May 2012 Boko-Bongaon block, Kamrup District, Assam, India. A total 30 clusters were selected 11 each cluster taken get desired sample size 330....
The aim of this study was to observe the secondary infection rate and transmission dynamics COVID-19 among household contacts, their associations with various factors across four dimensions interaction.This a case-ascertained unvaccinated contacts laboratory-confirmed case in New Delhi between December 2020 July 2021. For study, 99 index cases 316 were interviewed sampled (blood oro-nasal swab) on days 1, 7, 14, 28.The 44.6% (95% confidence interval (CI) 39.1-50.1). predictors individual...
Ragpickers are informal workers who collect recyclable materials to earn a small wage on daily basis. They work in vulnerable conditions and awareness regarding occupational environmental hazard is essential for them.To study the effectiveness of program various health hazards among ragpickers.This interventional was conducted from May through October 2016 ragpickers living near field practice area Department Community Medicine those slum areas around HAHC Hospital, New Delhi, India. The...
Abstract Objectives To determine post‐COVID syndromes in the Indian population, correlating a wide spectrum of manifestations with acute disease severity and associated risk factors. Background Post‐COVID Syndrome (PCS) is defined as signs symptoms that develop during or after COVID‐19 infection. Design Study This prospective observational cohort repetitive measurements. Methods The study followed RT‐PCR confirmed COVID‐19‐positive survivors discharged from HAHC Hospital, New Delhi, for...
New Delhi is located in seismic zone IV, and the occurrence of earthquake fairly common. Previous disasters have shown that only sustained timely action to reduce risk can prevent or mitigate impact a disaster.The objective was assess knowledge preparedness regarding among residents South impart awareness effectiveness imparted.One group pretest-posttest quasi-experimental research done 300 respondents on preparedness.As per study, 89% participants felt concern for Delhi. It observed...
Abstract Background Understanding the perception and concerns of people about COVID-19 vaccine in developing populous country like India will help understanding demand for further tailoring out public health information education activities before launch vaccine. The study was carried to assess present state knowledge have probable COVID-19, know preferences respondents this learn expectations apprehensions features prospective residing capital city India. Methods This cross-sectional...
Abstract COVID‐19 is arguably the biggest health crisis world has faced in 21st century. Therefore, two of polyherbal formulations, Infuza and Kulzam were assessed for prevention infection as a repurposed medication. Four hundred seven high‐risk subjects recruited present open‐label randomized controlled clinical trial eligibility. After assessment eligibility, remaining 251 to test control groups. Further, 52 Infuza, 51 Kulzam, & 53 group completed 14 days intervention/assessment. The...
Introduction: Although the Diabetes in Pregnancy Study Group of India (DIPSI) criterion is recommended by Government guidelines, there lack consensus on a universal for diagnosis gestational diabetes. This has led to wide variation pregnant women being diagnosed with diabetes mellitus (GDM). The WHO 1999 and International Association Groups (IADPSG) criteria are widely used globally as well. objective this study was evaluate diagnostic accuracy DIPSI comparison IADPSG GDM.Materials Methods:...
<h3>Background</h3> Since the late 1970's, Cox's Bazar district of Bangladesh had an influx Rohingya refugees from Myanmar in different phases. is currently hosting 200,000–500,000 undocumented nationals (UMNs), either cluster settlements or within host community. The migrants have placed extra burden on existing health, water, sanitation and social services. Anecdotal information suggests that women adolescent girls are at increased risk domestic violence sexual abuse. A study was carried...
A staggering one million tuberculosis (TB) cases are missing from notification, most of them being diagnosed and treated in the private sector. To curb this issue, Government India declared TB as a notifiable disease NIKSHAY was launched 2012. However, even after years implementation, per report published by 2020, proportion case notification total is very low.The objectives study were to assess current practices related Notification followed practitioners Delhi explore enablers barriers...
Background: India introduced BBV152/Covaxin and AZD1222/Covishield vaccines from January 2021. We estimated effectiveness of these against severe Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) among individuals aged >=45 years.Methods: did a multi-centric, hospital-based, case–control study between May July Cases were COVID-19 patients controls negative 11 hospitals. Vaccine (VE) was for full (2 doses ≥14days) partial (1 dose ≥21 days) vaccination; duration two vaccine the Delta variant. used random...
The experiment was conducted to study the shelf life and quality as affected by different stages of ripening, storage temperature well wrapping materials fruits guava cv. Kazi. All studied parameters except marketability increased for a certain period then declined due effect ripening (perforated non perforated white black polythene bag), while in case temperature, there gradual increase physiological weight loss, sugar content (reducing, non-reducing total sugar) TSS content. Marketability...
The burden of frailty and aging will have a profound impact on the economy along with deteriorating clinical condition olds.This study aim was to assess an ethnogeriatric cohort associate it domains quality life in Delhi follow-up outcome assessment.Edmonton frail scale 200 individuals periurban slums used associated life, calculated by WHO-BREF -QOL questionnaire. An interventional strategy for healthy adopted, assessment done look out mortality or morbidity.There were 37% mean score 60 25%...
Background: Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is a marker of increased risk for cardiovascular events and poorer prognosis in patients with coronary artery (CAD). The prevalence unknown PAD amongst ACS varies between studies according to the mode diagnosis.Aims: To evaluate peripheral diabetic or without tobacco user by using ankle brachial index (ABI).We also assess probable predictors among these patients.Methodology: This prospective observational study was conducted Department...