Study of lifestyle diseases among workers of an ammunition factory

Gupta, Arun; Goyal, Neeti; Jindal, A.K.; Kumar, Raj

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“… 11 , 12 A study among bank employees in Maharashtra state of India reported a hypertension prevalence of 42% 13 whereas another study in workers of ammunition factory in western part of India reported a hypertension prevalence of 43%. 14 A Chinese study among the working population reported 23% hypertension prevalence and 8.5% control rate of hypertension. 15 Teachers are not just educators; they can be role models as they play a vital role in the overall development of students.…”

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Control of hypertension among teachers in schools in Kerala (CHATS-K), India

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Indian Heart Journal

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Objective We investigated the prevalence, awareness, treatment, control of hypertension and the factors associated with hypertension prevalence and control among school teachers in Kerala, India. Methods We surveyed 2216 school teachers in Thiruvananthapuram district of Kerala as part of the control of hypertension among teachers in schools in Kerala (CHATS-K), India. We used World Health Organization STEPS tools for non-communicable diseases risk factor surveillance. Blood pressure, weight and height were measured using standard protocols. Hypertension was defined as systolic blood pressure (SBP) ≥ 140 mmHg and/or diastolic blood pressure (DBP) ≥ 90 mmHg, or self-reported current antihypertensive medication. Controlled hypertension was defined as SBP<140 and DBP<90 mmHg. Separate multivariate analysis was done for finding the associated factors with prevalence and control of hypertension. Results Age adjusted hypertension prevalence was 14.6%. Men, those with self-reported diabetes, having family history of hypertension and overweight were more likely to have higher prevalence of hypertension compared to their counterparts. Among hypertensives 62% were aware, 49% on treatment and 34% achieved adequate control. Hypertension control was significantly higher among women, diabetics and overweight individuals compared to their counterparts. Conclusions A higher level of hypertension control among school teachers in this study indicates an attainable level of hypertension control in the general population of the state. Teachers, with their highly regarded place in the social construct of the country and the state, could thus be used as role models for hypertension control for the general population in the state.

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Control of hypertension among teachers in schools in Kerala (CHATS-K), India

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Post-COVID-19 precautions based on lessons learned from past pandemics: a review

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Nabapure

Yeshavanth

2020

J Public Health (Berl.)

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Aim In view of the spread of the contagious coronavirus disease (COVID-19) globally, the present review focuses on the details of past pandemic diseases, along with comparisons and lessons learned. A general awareness of COVID-19 infection is addressed, and it is compared with the Spanish flu pandemic. Based on the successes, failures and lessons learned in the past, governmental efforts must be undertaken to empower citizens by providing accurate information and implementing post-COVID-19 precautions that need to be taken now to stop the spread and recurrence of the virus locally, and to restore health and economic normalcy. Methods A detailed literature survey of past pandemics is undertaken in order to extract the successes, failures and lessons learned from previous breakouts. The comparison of past pandemics will enable us to determine post-COVID-19 precautions that should be followed. Separate tables are prepared to highlight the lessons learned and measures to be taken. Both general precautions and preventive measures for pregnant women are compiled. Results The literature shows a continuous struggle of humans with disease outbreaks, with the most adverse impact of the Spanish flu killing 20-50 million people. Precautions need to be taken including social distancing, compulsory mask-wearing, avoiding public gatherings and washing hands regularly. The lessons from earlier pandemics show that they were equally devastating, and vaccines were not available at the time of outbreaks. Vaccines developed for polio, H1N1, measles, and other viral diseases have proven to save countless lives. Living with COVID-19 and evolving the work culture of protecting oneself and protecting others also has to be adopted. Conclusions COVID-19 has become an everyday topic of discussion throughout the world, indicating the increasing number of COVID-19 cases, deaths and recoveries. The lessons learned from past pandemics such as social distancing, wearing masks, avoiding public gatherings and adherence to guidelines, along with personal hygiene, are the key measures that must be taken in order to live with COVID-19. Precautions for the elderly and pregnant women advised by medical authorities are to be strictly adhered to. These will help in reducing COVID-19 cases and in turn will reduce the pressure on hospitals to serve those in need. India has learned lessons from the past and the present pandemic and will move towards growth through its self-reliance.

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Study of lifestyle diseases among workers of an ammunition factory

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Control of hypertension among teachers in schools in Kerala (CHATS-K), India

Control of hypertension among teachers in schools in Kerala (CHATS-K), India

Post-COVID-19 precautions based on lessons learned from past pandemics: a review

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