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ASSESSING KNOWEDGE REGARDING EFFECTS OF ALCOHOLISM IN MEN AT THIMMARAJAPURA VILLAGE, KOLLEGAL.
Abstract: Alcohol, serving both as a beverage with some nutritional value and a psychoactive substance, poses significant health risks when consumed excessively. Chronic alcohol misuse can lead to a myriad of health issues, including hypertension, cardiac disease, stroke, liver disease, digestive problems, infertility, and various forms of cancer. Moreover, prolonged alcohol abuse can weaken the immune system, rendering individuals more susceptible to serious infections.To investigate the prevalence and effects of alcoholism, …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 Read article
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Exploring Tobacco Usage, Prevalence, and its Correlation with Socio-demographic Factors among Adults in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh
Abstract: Tobacco-related fatalities pose a significant public health concern, prompting the formulation of the “Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act (COTPA)” aimed at combating this crisis. Assessing the population’s knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors regarding COTPA is vital for its effective implementation. Consequently, this study in Meerut district utilized a cross-sectional community survey involving 183 participants to gather data, highlighting significant associations between age, gender, education, and COTPA awareness. Notably, residence did …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 53–58 Read article
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Rethinking Conservation
Abstract: The study primarily focuses on the importance of heritage conservation as a process parallel with the overall development of a region and the formation of identity of the host community, who otherwise remain indifferent to it. It accounts for the role of general public along with various organizations as a key stakeholder in the heritage conservation projects. Light has been thrown on how public awareness programmes and incentives for persuasion …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Heritage · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 31–40 Read article
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Indigenous to International Urban Insert in Gokarna Town
Abstract: Contrast way of life at Gokarna town—the title itself tells the vibrant culture of the place it holds within. Sensing the place through two characters, author perceives the contrast image that town Gokarna builds. Character one here refers to the local resident which author qualifies as Indigenous/Emigrants, (Brahmin, Hallakki, Ambiga, Agar). Character two represents Migrants/International [short term/long term: Videshis, Yatri’s (Pilgrims), Resort Owners, Indian Tourist (Pravasigaru)]. The vision of both …
Published in International Journal of Urban Design · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 14–37 Read article
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Preserving Cultural Identity Through Architectural Conservation: A Case Study of Victoria Gate, AMU Aligarh
Abstract: Heritage awareness is the most important part in our society, conserving a building helps in saving so many cultural identities of different types. As the world is progressing towards modernization in every aspect, especially in building construction, people started to forget about their cultural identities and its importance, and this led to the risk of deterioration in heritage structure. So, to preserve the intangible heritage serious step should be necessary …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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Study of Climatic Parameters and Residential Housing Structures in Kota Region
Abstract: In this paper climatic parameters and different types of residential buildings in Kota region have been studied. Survey was conducted to assess the common residential building pattern and energy consumption. The survey was focused on the design strategies like orientation, number and size of window, ventilation, overhangs, wall type and thickness, window to wall ratio, percent open area and energy consumption per annum. From the study it has been found …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 44–60 Read article
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The Relation between Urban Space and Society
Abstract: The only tool for any architect is the space. Any order of this space and the relation between them together speaks about a society. This order can tell us more about the implementations that analyzes the relationship between space and society and to understand whether the culture with its religious, political, economic believes and ideology affect the architecture or not? Thus, to be able to understand this connection, this paper …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 43–52 Read article
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Some Major Takeaways: International Year of Soils: 2015
Abstract: On December 5, 2015, hundreds of events and initiatives took place across the world to celebrate soils. This World Soil Day is special for more than a singular reason. The 68th UN General Assembly declared 2015 the International Year of Soils (IYS). The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations has been nominated to implement the IYS 2015, under the agenda of the Global Soil Partnership, together with …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 17–19 Read article
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Sustainability in Precision Agriculture: Pest Management through Advanced Technologies
Abstract: Precision Agriculture (PA) is a cutting-edge field of modern agriculture that uses cutting-edge technologies to transform pest management strategies and promote sustainable agricultural systems. Precision agriculture serves the dual purposes of providing immediate pest control and advancing the larger objectives of resilient and sustainable agricultural systems by utilizing technology, data, and targeted strategies. Precision agriculture has the potential to significantly influence how agriculture develops in the future because of its …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 01–09 Read article
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Assessment of Knowledge and Participation on Households Solid Domestic Waste Management in Some Selected Communities in Bo Southern Sierra Leone
Abstract: A well-managed, effective waste management program increases the health and environmental quality of the country. Therefore, the overall aim of this study was to investigate the knowledge and participation of household solid domestic waste management in some selected communities in Bo city Southern Sierra Leone. The study's objectives were: to determine the different methods of solid wastedisposal, to determine existing household solid waste management practices, to determine the risk factors …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 8–17 Read article
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AN EXPERIMENTAL STUDY ON HAZARDS OF TOBACCO CHEWING AMONG LABORS IN JAIPUR DISTRICT RAJASTHAN
Abstract: An experimental study conducted on the risks of chewing tobacco among the jobs that work in Jaipur. The aim of the study is to evaluate the effectiveness of planned planned instructions (PTP) in the knowledge of the dangers of chewing tobacco and to raise awareness about the dangers of chewing tobacco among people. The 60 works were selected through an intentional factory sampling technique in Jaipur and the tool was …
Published in International Journal of Renewable Energy and its Commercialization · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 28–31 Read article
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A Complexity in Design of Cyber-Physical Systems: Context framework
Abstract: Cyber-bodily structures play a key role in a huge quantity of application domain names which include transportation, energy, health and nicely-being, manufacturing, and indeed as a part of clever infrastructures and towns—consequently now not best referring to business domain names. This paper makes a specialty of the complexity of destiny CPS, intuitively interpreted as a machine feature making it tough, and sometimes even not possible, as it should be predicted …
Published in International Journal of Analog Integrated Circuits · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Effectiveness of Red Ribbon Club Training Session on the Knowledge of Students Regarding HIV/AIDS in a Selected College at Coimbatore District
Abstract: Objective: The aim of this study is to assess the knowledge of students on HIV/AIDS before the training session; to assess the knowledge of students on HIV/AIDS after the training session; to associate the level of knowledge on HIV/AIDS with selected demographic variables. Design and Method: Research design – descriptive study design. Sample size: 49 B.Sc. Nursing I year students. Research tool: Part I – Deals with the demographic variables …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2, 2015 · pp. 38–41 Read article
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Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Program on Knowledge Regarding Effect of Junk Food on Mucosal Layer of GI Tract Among Nursing Students in Selected Nursing Colleges at Bengaluru
Abstract: Background: Junk food is high in calories, sodium, and fat. Numerous health issues might be attributed to eating junk food in excess. Teenagers who consume junk food may be unable to eat a balanced meal at home or at school. Teenagers all throughout the world now frequently eat meals like Maggi noodles, burgers, pao-bhaji, sandwiches, hot dogs, patties, pastries, pop-corn, potato chips, carbonated beverages, biscuits, muffins, toast, kulcha-channa, samosa, and …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 27–38 Read article
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Barriers to Voluntary HIV Counselling and Testing among undergraduate students of the Faculty of Health Sciences and Technology, University of Nigeria Enugu Campus- Enugu State, Nigeria
Abstract: Background: Despite the increase in the level of awareness and usefulness of HIV counselling, Voluntary Counselling and Testing (VCT) & its utilization remains low most especially among vulnerable groups such as university students.Method: A descriptive survey was utilized for the study. A structured questionnaire was used to collect data from undergraduate students of the faculty of health sciences and technology.Descriptive and inferential statistical methods were used for data analysis.Result: The …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 7–18 Read article
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Legal Issues in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Abstract: According to the census 2011, total percentage of children in India is about 39% of total population, out of which 6.46% of children suffer with childhood psychiatric problems. Such problems in children existed from early period, but currently due to increased awareness, the rate of cases being reported at child and adolescent psychiatry clinics has tremendously increased. Child and adolescent psychiatry is an emerging field, which demands a multi-disciplinary team …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 11–18 Read article
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Hazards of Nicotine Dependence Among Teenagers
Abstract: Background: An individual can have withdrawal symptoms which are uncomfortable feelings that every drug user experiences after he or she has stopped taking a drug. The withdrawal symptoms include shaky, have sleeping difficulties, experienced increased appetite, and feel uneasy, irritable, and less alert. These unpleasant symptoms can prevent many smokers from quitting. Nicotine replacement therapy, just like the nicotine patch and gum, has helped many smokers to quit smoking and …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 22–31 Read article
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Correlational Study to Find Out the Relationship Between Information and Lifestyle Among Pre-hypertensive Employees
Abstract: Prehypertension is to increase the awareness about the lifetime risk of hypertension and to increase awareness about the reduced risk of complications. Identify individuals in whom early intervention by lifestyle modifications could lower blood pressure. Prehypertension is often associated with multiple additional cardiovascular risk factors such as obesity and diabetes mellitus. Diseases which are in the true sense multifactorial are caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors but …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 41–45 Read article
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Association of Caffeine Consumption and Self-Rated Health among Young and Older Adults
Abstract: Background: European Food Safety Authority (EFSA 2015) reported that moderate daily caffeine consumption at levels up to 400 mg/day do not raise safety concerns and not associated with adverse effects in healthy adult population, while, high levels of caffeine consumption have been linked to a variety of illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, and diabetes. Despite these findings, there remains a gap in research relating to whether caffeine consumption adversely …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 40–61 Read article
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Effectiveness of Culturally Sensitive Nursing Intervention program on Nurses' cultural competency: A quasi-experimental study in United Arab Emirates
Abstract: Introduction: Cultural competency is an essential nursing skill in the 21st century as a result of the diversified global population. Specifically, in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), expatriates make up 88.52% of the country’s population, suggesting a highly diversified population. The positive effect of educational program on nurses' cultural competency is well documented. However, this has not been fully explored in the UAE. This study examined the effectiveness of culturally …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 18–29 Read article