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Examining the Role of Education Support Provided By the Anglican Church in Enhancing Education Levels in Bweranyanyi Deanery, West Ankole Diocese Uganda Open

Nitin Ashok John, Benard Nuwatuhaire, Andrew Ainomugisha · 2025

This study examined the role of education support provided by the Anglican Church in enhancing education levels in Bweranyanyi Deanery, West Ankole Diocese, Uganda. Employing a cross-sectional research design, data were collected from 232 …

Beat-to-Beat Blood Pressure Variability as a Predictive Tool for Identifying Cardiovascular Events in Anemic Women Open

Madhuri Taranikanti, Sakthivadivel Varatharajan, Nitin Ashok John, Vidya Ganji, U Madhusudhan , et al. · 2025

Objectives: Anemia increases preload, reduces afterload resulting in increase in cardiac output. Viscosity of blood is determined by the amount of hemoglobin (Hb) that affects blood pressure (BP) and causes arterial stiffness. Anemia can l…

Polysomnographic evaluation of sleep quality and quantitative variables in patients of hypothyroidism Open

Manogna Ghantasala, Nitin Ashok John, Madhuri Taranikanti, Prafull Kamble, M. R. Umesh , et al. · 2025

A BSTRACT Background: Poor sleep quality is observed in patients of hypothyroidism. The patient complains of sleeplessness, excessive day-time sleepiness, snoring, arousals and breathlessness. The decrease in quantity and quality of sleep …

Bi‐peaked R wave in <span>HRV</span>: A technical pitfall or ventricular pathology Open

Anish Singhal, Billa Anala, Madhuri Taranikanti, Nitin Ashok John, Naveen Ravi · 2025

During routine heart rate variability recording in an elderly male, bi-peaked R waves were recorded consistently. Initially, it was thought to be because of technical issues, which were ruled out systematically; next, it was believed to ha…

Comparison of Cognitive Functions among Bilinguals and Multilinguals. Open

M Kalpana, Roja Katta, Patil Umesh Parag, Sai Krishna Tikka, U Madhusudhan , et al. · 2025

Inculcating multiple languages at a younger age might enhance cognitive skills and overall effectiveness.

Development of Enhanced Machine Learning Models for Predicting Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Using Heart Rate Variability: A Retrospective Study Open

Vinni S Fengade, Hira Swati, Manoj B. Chandak, Rekha Rattan, Anish Singhal , et al. · 2025

Neuroplasticity in Action: Transforming Brain Function through Neurorehabilitation Open

Eric Earl, Archana Gaur, Sakthivadivel Varatharajan, Afna Ansari, Anala Billa , et al. · 2025

The capability of the human brain to redeploy in accordance to the activities and experiences is deemed as neuroplasticity. As a result, neuroplasticity can be visualized as a required adaptation to all brain processes. Broadly classified …

Effect of Yoga on Pulmonary Function Tests and Arterial Stiffness in Post-COVID-19 Mild Moderate Cases Open

Ragini Mundhe, Vidya Ganji, Veerisetty Neeraja, Madhuri Taranikanti, Nitin Ashok John , et al. · 2025

Background: COVID-19 caused by the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 has resulted in significant morbidity and mortality worldwide. Long term respiratory complications secondary to COVID-19 have been described, which were not fully explo…

Cognitive skills assessment in deaf and hard of hearing school children Open

Madhusudhan Umesh, Vidya Singaravelu, M. Kalpana, Vidya Ganji, Archana Gaur , et al. · 2025

A BSTRACT Introduction: Globally, 466 million (5%) are having hearing disability of which 34 million are children. In India, 63 million people (6.3%) suffer from significant auditory loss. Cognitive abilities in deaf children have been ass…

Assessment of the Impact of COVID-19 on the physical and physiological fitness of LGBTQ individuals and sex workers in an urban Indian setting Open

K Prafull, Vandana Daulatabad, Aman Shaikh, Nitin Ashok John · 2025

The COVID-19 pandemic has had far-reaching consequences on public health, particularly for marginalized communities. This study aims to assess the impact of the pandemic on the physical and physiological fitness of LGBTQ individuals and se…

Investigating the Impact of Night-Duty on Sleep Architecture and Mental Well-Being in the Security Personnel: A Quasi-Experimental Study Open

Vandana Daulatabad, Prafull Kamble, Eric Earl, Naveen Ravi, Archana Gaur , et al. · 2025

Background: In a world that never sleeps, the role of security personnel is vital in maintaining order, safety, and peace. While the responsibilities of security professionals are diverse and multifaceted, one aspect of their job that ofte…

Emerging SARS-CoV-2 Omicron Sub-Variants JN.1 and NB.1.8.1: Genomic Evolution, Implications, and Public Health Perspectives for a variant under monitoring (VuM) Open

D Vandana, K Prafull, Debnath Sandip, Nitin Ashok John · 2025

Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, SARS-CoV-2 has undergone continual evolution, culminating in the emergence of multiple variants of concern (VOCs) and interest (VOIs). The Omicron (B.1.1.529) and it’s sub-lineage have dominated re…

Contingent negative variation for assessment of neurological deficits in children with hypothyroidism Open

Naveen Ravi, Rajay Bharshankar, Mahesh Maheshwari, Avinash Eknath Thakre, Santosh Wakode , et al. · 2024

Objectives: Hypothyroidism is one of the most common endocrine disorders. Its effect on the central nervous system is more pronounced, especially in the pediatric age group. Despite receiving adequate thyroid hormone replacement therapy, s…

Mental health challenges within the LGBTQ community: A societal imperative Open

Aman Shaikh, Prafull Kamble, Vandana Daulatabad, Anish Singhal, U Madhusudhan , et al. · 2024

A BSTRACT The LGBTQ community faces specific stressors rooted in societal discrimination, bias, and marginalization, impacting mental health significantly. Persistent discrimination, exclusion, and heteronormative expectations are identifi…

Arterial stiffness as a screening tool for cardiovascular risk in health and disease Open

Vidya Ganji, A Sowganthikashri, Madhuri Taranikanti, M. Kalpana, U Madhusudhan , et al. · 2024

A BSTRACT Background: Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) account for approximately one-third of all deaths worldwide. The incidence of cardiovascular events such as myocardial infraction has been reported to be progressively increasing with age…

Cardiovascular Risk Assessment in Women with Psoriasis Open

Kalpana Medala, Madhuri Taranikanti, Madhusudhan Umesh, Archana Gaur, G Vidya , et al. · 2024

Objectives: Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin disease. The exact cause of psoriasis is unclear; nevertheless, it is thought to be complex including several key components such as genetic predisposition, triggers from the environment…

Inter-trial Variation in the Sensitivity of Thermal Threshold Testing for the Diagnosis of Neuropathy in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Open

Archana Gaur, Sakthivadivel Varatharajan, Madhuri Taranikanti, Nitin Ashok John, M Kalpana , et al. · 2024

Background: Thermal threshold testing (TTT) is a simple non-invasive approach for diagnosing diabetic neuropathy earlier. Conventionally the TTT is done in all four limbs and at least 6 trials are done to obtain the mean threshold, which i…

Healthcare Transformation: Artificial Intelligence Is the Dire Imperative of the Day Open

Abhishek Choubey, Shruti Bhargava Choubey, K Prafull, Vandana Daulatabad, Nitin Ashok John · 2024

At present, healthcare systems around the world are confronted with unprecedented challenges caused by aging demographics, increasing chronic diseases, and resource challenges. In this scenario, artificial intelligence (AI) emerges as a di…

Salt Perception Threshold and Vascular Risk in Prehypertensive Women Compared to Normotensive and Hypertensive Women Open

Vidya Ganji, Madhuri Taranikanti, Madhusudhan Umesh, M Kalpana, I S Vamshidhar , et al. · 2024

Objectives: To evaluate and compare the Salt perception threshold and vascular stiffness in pre-hypertensive women with that of normotensive and hypertensive women. Materials and Methods: Study design – This was a cross-sectional study. A …

JN.1 variant in enduring COVID-19 pandemic: is it a variety of interest (VoI) or variety of concern (VoC)? Open

Prafull Kamble, Vandana Daulatabad, Anish Singhal, Syed Ahmed Zaki, Abhishek Choubey , et al. · 2024

The emergence of the SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant, classified as a Variant of Concern (VoC) in November 2021, marked a significant shift in the COVID-19 landscape. This study investigates the subsequent development of a novel Omicron subline…

Impact of smartphone on mental health among medical undergraduates: A cross-sectional study Open

K Prafull, Aditi Rao, Vinayak Doijad, Parag Patil, Vandana Daulatabad , et al. · 2024

BACKGROUND: Smartphones have become an indispensable part of almost everyone’s life. India has now become the leading and second-largest Smartphone market in the world. It has been noted that the purpose of Smartphone usage has exceptional…

Impact of Visual Imagery of Coloured Rose Flower on Heart Rate Variability Open

Nitin Ashok John, Rajani Bala Jasrotia, Arvind Kanchan, Jyoti John, Manish Verma , et al. · 2024

Background: Viewing visual imagery of forest or nature is known for producing physiological and psychological relaxation of mind and body. Nature's surroundings are colourful and vary from the green of plants, blue of the water and red, or…

Assessment of Neuropathy by Temperature Threshold Testing in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Open

Archana Gaur, Sakthivadivel Varatharajan, Roja Katta, Madhuri Taranikanti, Nitin Ashok John , et al. · 2024

Introduction: Diagnosing diabetic neuropathy is a challenge at times as it is asymptomatic. Diagnosing diabetic neuropathy involves the use of quantitative sensory testing, nerve conduction study, and autonomic testing. Tempearture thresho…

Zinc Deficiency: A Harbinger of Vestibular Dysfunction? Open

Dr Madhusudhan U, H Neemu, M Kalpana, G Vidya, G Archana , et al. · 2024

Background: Role of zinc in the maintenance of redox homeostasis have been explored & is established to have antioxidant effects in the body. Presence of zinc in auditory system & its role in deafness & tinnitus is well established. Zinc s…

Diabetes across the Lifespan: A Comparative Analysis of Clinical And Biochemical Profiles in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Open

Archana Gaur, Varatharajan Sakthivadivel, Madhuri Taranikanti, Nitin Ashok John, Madhusudhan Umesh , et al. · 2023

Introduction: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) is a pervasive and complex metabolic disorder that has emerged as a global health concern. T2DM is frequently associated with alterations in various biochemical markers, such as increased level…

Comprehensive, continuous, and compulsory monitoring of frailty in elderly Open

Hiranya S. Deore, Madhuri Taranikanti, Archana Gaur, Sakthivadivel Varatharajan, Nitin Ashok John , et al. · 2023

Background: The increasing elderly population makes frailty an increasing concern in society with vulnerability to stress and functional decline. Unrecognised comorbidities are common among the elderly due to lack of mention by the patient…

Review of: "Medical students’ disease status of COVID-19: A multicenter study" Open

Nitin Ashok John · 2023

Potential competing interests: No potential competing interests to declare.1.The study design and method of survey has been well executed.2.

Yoganidra to Alleviate Anxiety: An Interventional Study Open

Prafull Kamble, Vandana Daulatabad, Himaja Tandra, Anish Singhal, U Madhusudhan , et al. · 2023

Impact of COVID-19 on thyroid gland functions with reference to Graves’ disease: A systematic review Open

I S Vamshidhar, Sanju Rani, M Kalpana, Archana Gaur, Madhusudhan Umesh , et al. · 2023

A BSTRACT Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is caused due to severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection. Both immediate and long-term adverse effects arise out of this disease’s aftermath. It involves various …

Transition From Observational to Collaborative Learning to Augment Practical Skill Training in First-Year Medical Students Open

Madhusudhan Umesh, Vidya Singaravelu, M Kalpana, Archana Gaur, Vidya Ganji , et al. · 2023

Introduction Students exhibit less interest in hematology demonstration experiments as they are not expected to do it during their examination. Adopting a different strategy, like collaborative learning, might spark interest, motivate them…

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