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Viveki, R G
- A Study of Hypertension and its Sociodemographic Factors among Bus Conductors in North Karnataka
Authors
1 Dept of Pathology, JNMC, Belgaum
2 Department of Community Medicine, Belgaum Institute of Medical Sciences, Belgaum-590001
3 Dept of Community Medicine, JNMC, Belgaum
4 Dept of Community Medicine, BIMS, Belgaum, Karnataka
Source
Indian Journal of Public Health Research & Development, Vol 4, No 2 (2013), Pagination: 39-43Abstract
Background: Hypertension is one of the diseases of occupational origin. It is ranked fifth amongst the ten most important categories of occupational illness. The prevalence of hypertension increases when selected occupational groups are screened.
Objectives: To study the prevalence of hypertension among bus conductors and to determine the occupational and social factors associated with it.
Study design: A cross sectional Study.
Study participants: Bus Conductors (370 participants).
Materials & Method: A detailed pre tested and validated questionnaire was used to collect information on Social and Occupational risk factors for hypertension. Blood pressure was measured using mercury sphygmomanometer and the auscultatory method. In statistical analysis, summary figures like rates, percentages and chi-square test were used.
Results: The prevalence of hypertension was 14.8%.The upward trend in prevalence was observed with increase in age and the association was statistically significant. Prevalence of hypertension was gradually increased as the duration of service increased and it is highest among those (36.3%) whose duration of service in the department was more than 30 years.
Conclusion: The prevalence of hypertension among conductors was 14.8% which is similar to general population.
Keywords
Hypertension, Occupational Stress, Social Factors, Bus Conductors
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Authors
1 Department of Skin, STD & Leprosy, Belgaum Institute of Medical Sciences, Belgaum, Karnataka, IN
2 Belgaum Institute of Medical Sciences, Belgaum - 590001, Karnataka, IN
3 Dept of Anatomy, Belgaum Institute of Medical Sciences, Belgaum, IN
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Indian Journal of Public Health Research & Development, Vol 4, No 3 (2013), Pagination: 238-243Abstract
Background: Globally, HIV/ AIDS continue to be a major public health priority as it is one of the major financial burdens on health care system worldwide.
Objectives: To explore the general clinical profile, CD4 status & frequency of opportunistic infections & non-infectious opportunistic diseases among expired HIV/AIDS cases.
Method: The present retrospective record based case study was conducted in BIMS Hospital - a tertiary care center in North Karnataka during January to February, 2011 after going through the records of all HIV/AIDS cases expired in the hospital, from January 2008 to December 2010. The collected data was analyzed using SPSS version 17.
Results: Of 361 cases expired during their hospital stay in the study period, majority (64.8%) were males and 213 (59.0%) were belonging to the age group of 26 to 40 years. Mean hemoglobin level was found to be 7.69 (± 2.21) gm%. Among those cases whose CD4+ T lymphocyte status was known (38.8%), more than 3/4th (77.1%) were having less than 200 cells /μL. Common signs and symptoms recorded were weight loss (99.4%), weakness (97.2%), cough (61.5%), fever (60.4%), altered sensorium (32.4%), general wasting syndrome (67.6%), pallor (91.7%), candidiasis (38.2%), etc. Common opportunistic infections/ diseases recorded were Tuberculosis (61.5%), Septicemia (13.6%), Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia (6.9 %) etc.
Conclusions: TB remains the commonest opportunistic infection among HIV positive cases. Findings in the present study might help hospital / health managers understand the major predictors of HIV related mortality.
Keywords
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- Epidemiological Profile of HIV Positive Cases Attending ICTC of a Teaching Hospital in North Karnataka
Authors
1 Dept. of Community Medicine, Belgaum Institute of Medical Sciences, Belgaum, Karnataka, IN
2 Department of Skin, STD & Leprosy, Belgaum Institute of Medical Sciences, Belgaum, Karnataka, IN
3 JN Medical College, Belgaum, Karnataka, IN
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Indian Journal of Public Health Research & Development, Vol 4, No 4 (2013), Pagination: 244-248Abstract
Background: HIV/AIDS (Human Immunodeficiency Virus / Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) continues to be a major threat to the community. Integrated Counselling and Testing Centre (ICTC) provides a key entry point in HIV prevention and care.
Objectives:
1. To study socio-demographic profile and risk behaviour pattern of HIV positive ICTC visitors.
2. To know the common sources of referral to ICTC.
3. To know HIV status of spouse / partner.
Study design: A cross-sectional record based study.
Methodology: The present record based cross-sectional study was conducted in November and December 2010 by going through the records of HIV positive cases who visited the ICTC of BIMS Hospital, Belgaum, Karnataka, from January 2007 to December 2009.
Results: The study included all 3,447 HIV positive cases with 43.1% females. 2,532 (73.4%) study subjects belonged to 15-49 years. 1537 (78.3%) males and 1244 ( 83.8%) females were married. 869 (25.2%) subjects had visited the ICTC voluntarily. 1367 (39.7%) were referred by doctors from government and private health care facilities. 1242 (36.1%) subjects did not disclose their risk behaviour pattern. Majority of the responded subjects (74.3%) had heterosexual partners. In 74.2% couples, both partners were HIV infected.
Conclusion: The present study revealed high prevalence of HIV positivity in the visitors of ICTC Belgaum. People have begun using ICTC facilities which reflects greater awareness and change in the attitude towards HIV in the community.
Keywords
ICTC, HIV Positive, Risk Behavior, CounselingReferences
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