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View article: A qualitative study on the factors that contribute to maternal deaths in rural Assam
A qualitative study on the factors that contribute to maternal deaths in rural Assam Open
Introduction Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) of the state of Assam remained consistently high compared to other Indian states. Critics of three-delay model (DM) argue that utilisation of maternal care and delay in curative care seeking duri…
View article: Cardiovascular Risk Factors at Different Stages of Menopause: A Study among Bengali-Speaking Hindu Ethnic Group, India
Cardiovascular Risk Factors at Different Stages of Menopause: A Study among Bengali-Speaking Hindu Ethnic Group, India Open
A reduction in the estrogen and progesterone levels during midlife leads to adverse changes in body fat distribution, insulin and lipid metabolism, and endothelial dysfunction; all of these increase the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD)…
View article: Linkages between consanguinity, pregnancy outcomes and offspring mortality in twenty-first century India
Linkages between consanguinity, pregnancy outcomes and offspring mortality in twenty-first century India Open
We hypothesized that consanguineous marriage will remain a risk factor for pregnancy outcome and offspring mortality, but the development in demographic, socioeconomic conditions and increased utilization of maternal and child health care …
View article: Correction: Prevalence of major depressive disorder and its determinants among young married women and unmarried girls: Findings from the second round of UDAYA survey
Correction: Prevalence of major depressive disorder and its determinants among young married women and unmarried girls: Findings from the second round of UDAYA survey Open
[This corrects the article DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0306071.].
View article: A review on association between menopausal symptoms and cardiovascular risk factors
A review on association between menopausal symptoms and cardiovascular risk factors Open
Menopausal transition and post-menopausal periods can have short-term and long- term effects on mid-life health of women. The short-term effects include the possibility of experiencing of menopausal symptoms, while the long-term effects in…
View article: Prevalence of major depressive disorder and its determinants among young married women and unmarried girls: Findings from the second round of UDAYA survey
Prevalence of major depressive disorder and its determinants among young married women and unmarried girls: Findings from the second round of UDAYA survey Open
Introduction Depression is a prevalent and debilitating mental illness affecting young women worldwide. This study aimed to identify psychosocial determinants of major depressive disorder (MDD) among young women in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh,…
View article: Consanguinity, pregnancy outcomes and offspring mortality in India: Evidences from National Family Health Survey, 2015-2021
Consanguinity, pregnancy outcomes and offspring mortality in India: Evidences from National Family Health Survey, 2015-2021 Open
The authors hypothesize that consanguineous marriages remain a risk factor for pregnancy outcomes and offspring mortality in post-globalized India. Data from women aged 15–49 from National Family Health Surveys 4(2015–2016) and 5(2019–2021…
View article: Health issues of the indigenous communities with special reference to the Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) of Odisha: a review
Health issues of the indigenous communities with special reference to the Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) of Odisha: a review Open
As India is a country in epidemiological transition, the indigenous populations agonise from a dual burden of illnesses, including undernutrition, infectious diseases and lifestyle-related issues like hypertension, obesity and diabetes. Fe…
View article: Factors associated with the CVD risk factors and body fat pattern of postmenopausal Hindu caste and Lodha tribal populations living in India: An exploratory study
Factors associated with the CVD risk factors and body fat pattern of postmenopausal Hindu caste and Lodha tribal populations living in India: An exploratory study Open
Background Loss in ovarian function during mid-life results in adverse changes in the cardiovascular profile of women. The association between CVD risk factors and menopause differ cross-culturally since several modifiable factors play sig…
View article: Factors associated with the CVD risk factors and body fat pattern of postmenopausal Hindu caste and Lodha tribal populations living in India: An exploratory study
Factors associated with the CVD risk factors and body fat pattern of postmenopausal Hindu caste and Lodha tribal populations living in India: An exploratory study Open
Background Loss in ovarian function during mid-life results in adverse changes in cardiovascular profile of women. The strength of the association between CVD risk factors and menopause differ cross culturally since several modifiable fact…
View article: Is ethnicity associated with the CVD risk factors and body fat pattern of postmenopausal women?- A comparative study between Hindu caste and Lodha tribal populations
Is ethnicity associated with the CVD risk factors and body fat pattern of postmenopausal women?- A comparative study between Hindu caste and Lodha tribal populations Open
Background Loss in ovarian function during mid-life results in adverse changes in cardiovascular profile of women. The strength of the association between CVD risk factors and menopause differ by ethnicity since several modifiable factors …
View article: Body fat patterning and blood pressure levels: a comparative study between the Rai and the Lepcha in Sikkim
Body fat patterning and blood pressure levels: a comparative study between the Rai and the Lepcha in Sikkim Open
We compared the perception of two ethnic groups in relation to health, obesity and blood pressure problems and its management, and to compare the body fat patterning and blood pressure levels between Rai and Lepcha ethnic groups. We chose …
View article: Concomitants of Gynaecological Problem: A Study on Young Married Women of Rural West Bengal
Concomitants of Gynaecological Problem: A Study on Young Married Women of Rural West Bengal Open
Gynaecological problem makes up a sizable proportion of disease burden in women. Majority of these problems remain unaddressed as cultural and gender norms make women silent to report these problems. Undiagnosed and untreated gynaecologica…
View article: Culture and Demography: A Micro Level Study Between Two Communities Residing in the City of Kolkata, West Bengal
Culture and Demography: A Micro Level Study Between Two Communities Residing in the City of Kolkata, West Bengal Open
We aimed to study the demographic patterns of two contrasting communities, namely Bengali Hindu and Bihari Hindu groups, residing in adjacent clusters in the city of Kolkata, West Bengal. The former were the original inhabitants of Kolkata…
View article: On Development and Sustainability: The Issue of Ageing in India
On Development and Sustainability: The Issue of Ageing in India Open
Population ageing is not only humanity’s greatest triumphs but also one of our greatest challenges. It is a demographic imperative which has socioeconomic and political consequences across the globe. Economies are globalising, technology i…
View article: Blood Glucose Levels at Two Different Phases of Menstrual Cycle: A Study on a Group of Bengali-speaking Hindu Ethnic Populations of West Bengal, India
Blood Glucose Levels at Two Different Phases of Menstrual Cycle: A Study on a Group of Bengali-speaking Hindu Ethnic Populations of West Bengal, India Open
Aim: We aimed to find out the blood sugar levels at two different phases of menstrual cycle and the factors associated with the change in blood sugar level at these different phases. Material and methods: A total of 60 Bengali-speaking Hin…
View article: Association of socio-culture factors with disordered eating behavior: An empirical study on urban young girls of West Bengal, India
Association of socio-culture factors with disordered eating behavior: An empirical study on urban young girls of West Bengal, India Open
A shift towards the concept of thin body image is occurring among the urban girls, as an outcome of mass media exposure. A large section of the girls are involved in attaining thin body image which at times develops dissatisfaction over bo…