Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Agricultural Production and Farmer Livelihoods in Raipur District, Chhattisgarh, India |Chapter 6 | Agricultural Sciences: Techniques and Innovations Vol. 7

 

Background: The backbone of the Indian financial system, and the main source of income in rural India, is agriculture. Agriculture and allied businesses are crucial for the sustainable growth and development of the Indian economy. The COVID-19 illness significantly impacted the agricultural supply chain, from the industrial hub to the final consumer.

 

Aim: This study aims to assess the impact of COVID-19 on farmers’ production in Raipur District of Chhattisgarh.

 

Methods: The study was conducted in agricultural years 2019–20 and 2020–21. By selecting sample villages, the study's data were gathered from 300 households and 50 migrant and non-migrant workers in the Chhattisgarh district of Raipur. Primary data was collected from the farmers using a personal interview method, a well-planned schedule, and a questionnaire. Secondary data was gathered from Census reports, the Labour Bureau, Chhattisgarh, the Government of Chhattisgarh, the Directorate of Economics and Statistics, and various reputable journals, articles, and books. Statistical analyses, including descriptive statistics, chi-square tests, and paired sample t-tests, were employed.

 

Results: The study found that the maize crop had the highest yield loss, mostly -5.13 per cent, which is due to untimely harvest and unavailability of labour. Also, lak/teora crop yield decreased by -2.83 per cent. Also, the findings indicated that the yield of paddy, vegetables (Bitter guard, brinjal ladies finger and bottle guard), and Arhar had increased by 16.18, 60.76, 61.39, 39.87, 59.74 and 14.28 per cent respectively from previous years yield. The real impact in the case of crop production was seen in the prices of farm produce. The return of migrant workers also increased production; it was found from the study that agriculture was the only source of income for every household during the lockdown. Farmers experienced a shortage of agricultural inputs like seeds, fertilisers, and pesticides as a result of world trade disruption.

 

Conclusion: A significant relationship was observed between the COVID-19 pandemic and agricultural production in the study area. The study recommends increasing investments in vital logistics to sustain the demand for agricultural commodities and supporting start-ups and e-commerce businesses through appropriate policies and incentives.

 

 

Author(s) Details

Pratiksha Tripathi
Department of Agricultural Economics, IGKV, Raipur, India.

 

Hulas Pathak
Department of Agricultural Economics, IGKV, Raipur, India.

 

V. K. Choudhary
Department of Agricultural Economics, IGKV, Raipur, India.

 

Maunika Akula
Department of Agricultural Economics, IGKV, Raipur, India.

 

Jwala Parte
Department of Agricultural Economics, IGKV, Raipur, India.

 

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Pathogen Detection on Inanimate Surfaces in Healthcare Institutions: Phenotype and Genotype Detection Methods | Chapter 3 | Medicine and Medical Research: New Perspectives Vol. 12

Aims: The persistence and transmission of microorganisms, especially in hospitals and other healthcare-associated facilities, are critical concerns in addressing healthcare-associated infections (HCAI). This comprehensive chapter addresses various facets of environmental hygiene and pathogen detection. Emphasis has been made on the importance of effective sanitation practices and advanced detection methods in mitigating healthcare-associated infections based on the results of 10 of our previously published studies on the detection and survival of pathogens on surfaces.

Methods: Studies on the detection of pathogens on surfaces are conducted using various phenotype and genotype methods using different databases. For the detection of pathogenic bacteria and fungi on surfaces, several incubation-based methods like contact plates, swabbing, elution, and some other methods can be used. In contrast, genotype methods such as polymerase chain reaction (PCR) offer a rapid alternative to phenotype incubation methods. The detection of viruses is mainly conducted using PCR for gene amplification, followed by virus isolation in cell cultures.

Results and Discussion: Hospital surfaces can harbour microorganisms for extended periods, significantly contributing to nosocomial infections. Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, understanding surface contamination by SARS-CoV-2 became paramount. Implementing rigorous sanitation measures and continuous hygiene monitoring, including regular employee education on hand hygiene are crucial in preventing recontamination. Hospital laundries are potential hotspots for pathogen transmission if textiles are not properly disinfected and handled. Microorganisms can survive on surfaces for various periods at different temperatures. Traditional methods for assessing surface cleanliness, involving surface sampling and classical incubation, are time-consuming methods that may take 2-4 days to analyse the results.

Conclusion: This chapter emphasizes the critical need for robust environmental hygiene protocols, advanced detection methods, and continuous monitoring to mitigate the risk of HCAIs. Implementing stringent sanitation measures, educating healthcare workers, and utilizing sensitive detection technologies are some of the essential strategies for the ongoing battle against healthcare-associated pathogens.

 

Author (s) Details

Sabina Fijan
Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Maribor, Žitna Ulica 15, 2000 Maribor, Slovenia.

 

Urška Rozman
Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Maribor, Žitna Ulica 15, 2000 Maribor, Slovenia.

 

Sonja Šostar Turk
Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Maribor, Žitna Ulica 15, 2000 Maribor, Slovenia.

 

 

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The Significance of Diabetes in Orthodontic Patients: Treatment Modalities and Considerations | Chapter 16 | Medical Research and Its Applications Vol. 6

 

The present study highlights the significance of Diabetes in Orthodontic Patients. Diabetes mellitus, often referred to simply as diabetes, is a chronic metabolic disorder that affects millions worldwide. It's not just a medical condition; it's a journey that transforms daily life for those living with it. The classical symptoms of hyperglycemia are polyuria, polydipsia and polyphagia, blurring of vision. In severe cases results in ketoacidosis. The etiology of diabetes mellitus is multifactorial – an interplay of genetic, epigenetic and environmental factors, primary destruction of islet cells, cancer, surgery and trauma. Orthodontic treatment was more common to be performed among adolescents and young adults. Recent advances encouraged elder individuals to seek dental clinics for orthodontic interventions.

 

Author(s)details:-

 

Kumaran Vijayarangam (Associate Professor)
Department of Orthodontics, JKKN Dental College and Hospital, Kumarapalayam, Namakkal, Tamil Nadu, India.

 

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Airborne Dilemma: An Update | Chapter 15 | Medical Research and Its Applications Vol. 6

Airborne transmission of the coronavirus that causes COVID-19 is problematic because it means the virus may be transmitted without close contact. In its most straightforward interpretation, airborne transmission refers to the ability of a virus to be spread by droplets small enough to be suspended in the air or airborne. While larger droplets quickly drop to the ground, droplets less than 5 micrometers (μm) in size, generally called aerosols, linger in the air for hours and can be moved by air currents such as those created by the air conditioner. Respiratory droplets produced during exhalation (e.g., breathing or speaking) can emit aerosols containing the influenza virus at as many as ten particles per second. Airborne viral particles travel further and are more communicable regardless of whether a mask is worn. COVID-19 is no longer a pandemic. Mutation, antiviral therapy, vaccinations, and herd immunity have reduced its virulence. Yet, immunosuppressed patients, such as those who have received organ transplantation or those who are chronically ill, are still at risk of acquiring COVID-19 and may have a severe course. Precautions should be exercised when encountering them.

 

Author(s)details:-

 

Stephen Z. Fadem
Department of Medicine-Nephrology, Baylor College of Medicine Houston, Texas, USA.

 

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Placental Necrosis and Immaturity of Ischemic Origin and Syncytiotrophoblastic Knots as Possible Histopathological Findings Associated to COVID-19 Infection | Chapter 4 | New Visions in Medicine and Medical Science Vol. 7

Introduction: Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) was first identified in 2019 in Wuhan, China, and since then a significant number of hospitalizations in intensive care units and consequently deaths have been reported. In Brazil, 616,018 deaths were reported until the end of 2021. Given the impact on global public health, studies are needed to evaluate the mechanisms of action of the virus, as well as its consequences.
 
Methods: Electronic medical record data on placental anatomopathological findings and clinical data were collected from 230 pregnant women attended in 2021, 115 of whom acquired coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) during pregnancy and 115 of whom did not.
 
Results: The mean age of pregnant women who contracted COVID-19 was 27.9 years. Analysis of clinical data showed a positive association between COVID-19 infection and development of gestational hypertension (p = 0.005). Histopathological data indicated that COVID-19-infected patients had a higher rate of placental infarction (p = 0.008) and placentas from COVID-19-positive mothers were at a higher weight percentile than those from COVID-19-negative mothers.
 
Conclusion: SARS-CoV-2 triggered a serious global health crisis. This study aimed to analyze the role of SARS-CoV-2 in pregnant women treated at reference hospitals in Porto Alegre, Brazil, focusing on placental anatomopathological findings. New epidemiological studies may help to better understand the national scenario and guide the development of appropriate health care strategies.

Author(s) Details:

Eduardo Cambruzzi,
Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, Santa Casa Hospital Complex, Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, Conceição Hospital Group, Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, Institute of Cardiology, University Foundation of Cardiology, Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil and Faculty of Medicine, UNISINOS, São Leopoldo, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil.

Gabriella Bezerra Cortês Nascimento,
Conceição Hospital Group, Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil.

Gabriel dos Santos,
Conceição Hospital Group, Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil.

José Nathan Andrade Muller da Silva,
Conceição Hospital Group, Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil.

Mateus Scarabelot Medeiros,
Conceição Hospital Group, Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil.

Natália Brandelli Zandoná,
Conceição Hospital Group, Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil.

Cristina Brazeiro da Silva,
Conceição Hospital Group, Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil.

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Role of Changes in SARS-CoV-2 Spike Protein and its Human Interaction and Nutritional Impact and Dental and Health Hygiene | Chapter 2 | Current Innovations in Disease and Health Research Vol. 8

 Nutrition is important in supporting the immune scheme. Immune homeostasis is actually well-regulated by a balanced food. It is key in the armament against viral threats. The realm has been tense of a pandemic for more than a period, humanity is agony great losses. Millions of nation have died, and nations have been in proper lockdowns to stay cautious which has experienced to the greater economic and friendly loss. The bacterium that turned the world over is refer to as the sars COV 2 virus usually known as the coronavirus. Aim of this review search out the aim of this study search out determine the mutation(s) in the series of the spike protein of the SARS-CoV-2 that maybe favoring human to human transmission and to decide nutritional act.

Author(s) Details:

Tarig Ginawi,
Biochemistry Department, College of Medicine, University of Ha’il, Saudi Arabia.

Fehaid Muqbil Alshammari,
Hail General Hospital, Saudi Arabia.

Ibtihag Siddig Elnaem Mohamed-Nour,
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgry, College of Dentistry, University of Ha'il, Saudi Arabia.

Rania Abdeen Husin Abdalla,
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, College of Medicine, University of Ha'il, Saudi Arabia.

Abeer, Hassan Elhaj,
Department of Community Medicine, College of Medicine, University of Ha'il, Saudi Arabia.

Gamal Eldin Mohammed Osman Elhussein,
Pediatric Department, College of Medicine, University of Ha'il, Saudi Arabia.

Firas S. Azzeh,
Depaprtment of Clinical Nutrition, Applied Medical Science, Umm Al-Qura University, KSA.

Amal Dhar,
Department of Community Medicine, College of Medicine, University of Ha’il, Saudi Arabia.

 
Ahmed Fathy Abdou Abbas,
General Practitioner, Hail University Medical Clinics, Saudi Arabia.

Fahmida Khatoon,
Biochemistry Department, College of Medicine, University of Ha'il, Saudi Arabia.

 
Mohamed Essam Eldin Ahmed Ghonim,
Department of Internal Medicine, College of Medicine, University of Ha'il, KSA and Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Zagazig University, Egypt.

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The Perceptions and Acceptance of Covid 19 Vaccination among Health Care Workers in Northern India| Chapter 4 | Current Overview on Disease and Health Research Vol. 7

 Since the start of the period 2020, the Covid 19 contamination has become the most considerable ordeal for the complete humankind, particularly for healing pros and added members of the approximate community. The conclusion to prioritise vaccines for HCWs and FLWs will boost warrior self-esteem and essence from now on. This study was a preliminary attempt to recognize and address any cure doubt determinants among HCWs. Although principal part had enlisted for immunization, the plurality of HCWs had limited information of the cure on account of the recent cure rollout and the lack of particularized research verdicts. All measures must stop living, including exhaustive IEC projects proposed at HCWs and the general public on a orderly action, to develop vaccine information. In an term of misreport, a powerful communication tactics is very urged, as social publishing plays an main function in extended both real and wrong ideas, jeopardising the entire gains of profitable immunization and herd privilege. HCWs to present image of role models for the society and inmates, growing vaccine agreement with ruling class.

Author(s) Details:

Ravishekar N. Hiremath,
Department of Community Medicine, AFMS, New Delhi, India.

Kasi Viswanath,
Department of Community Medicine, AFMS, New Delhi, India.

S. R. Manjunath,
Department of Community Medicine, AFMS, New Delhi, India.

Sandhya Ghodke,
Department of Anaesthesia, Rainbow Children’s Hospital, Bangalore, India.

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COVID-19 Outbreak in Mauritius: Transmission through Importation, International Trade and Implications for Future Pandemics | Chapter 4 | Current Practice in Medical Science Vol. 8

On March 18, 2020, Mauritius reported its first three SARS-CoV-2 cases, all of which had a history of overseas travel. A six-week total national lockdown of the island nation, which has since received acclaim from the WHO, started on March 23, 2020. Up until June 2, 2020, 335 cases had been found, and 10 deaths had also been reported. Since then, the island nation has been a COVID "safe" country because there are no known community cases that are spreading among the general populace.

The now-current second wave of SARS-CoV-2 infections in Mauritius is thought to be the result of the virus's increased capacity to live on inanimate things. Following the discovery of a cluster of SARS-CoV-2 cases in a fruit importation business, Mauritius lost its COVID "safe" status. Employees were infected by the virus, which is thought to have been brought on stock from another nation, leading to an outbreak with numerous secondary clusters. As more contacts are found, it is anticipated that the number of cases will increase even further. The situation that is developing in Mauritius should be used as a case study for the entire world, as Mauritius is an illustration of how a country can go from being COVID "safe" (with no active cases circulating among the general population) to experiencing a full-scale second wave of infections as a result of the importation and subsequent transmission of the virus through its importation. It is crucial to determine what safeguards can be put in place to stop such virus importation.

 

Author (s) Details

Jared Robinson

Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Medical College, Belle Rive, Vacoas, Phoenix, Mauritius.

Alexandra Leclézio

Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Medical College, Belle Rive, Vacoas, Phoenix, Mauritius.

Indrajit Banerjee

Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Medical College, Belle Rive, Vacoas, Phoenix, Mauritius.

 

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COVID-19 Induced Fulminant Myocarditis – A Case Study | Chapter 19 | New Horizons in Medicine and Medical Research Vol. 11

 A 31-year-old patient originally showed up at another clinic with symptoms of generalised myalgia, a mild temperature, and throat pain. The patient tested positive for COVID-19, demonstrating that he was infected with the virus. The patient was given antibiotics and an antipyretic and was sent home with strict home isolation guidelines since his chest CT scan was normal and had no indications of COVID-19 consolidation. For the second occasion, the same patient arrived at the emergency room. This time, his symptoms were considerably more severe. In addition to having a worsening cough and extreme weariness, he also looked like he was suffering from significant shortness of breath. With tachycardia and tachypnea, the patient was clearly pretty ill. His oxygen saturation levels were barely 85%, thus he needed immediate oxygen assistance. He had an increased JVP, and his neck veins were noticeably swollen. On chest auscultation, he made faint heart sounds and bibasilar crackles. One could feel the left lobe of the liver. However, no other part of the body exhibited ascites or fluid retention. His ECG indicated that he had sinus tachycardia. Despite the fact that myocardial ischemia was the cause of the ECG's evident ST-segment elevation, it persisted. Cardiomegaly was discovered on the prior chest X-ray, which was previously normal. The information confirmed the theory that the heart was a key component of the equation. In the end, it was determined that this was a textbook instance of acute fulminant myocarditis brought on by COVID-19. Although the diagnosis required some time, the patient was treated before any other problems emerged thanks to his quick admission at the emergency room. Due to the complex structure of the virus itself, it can impact practically anybody, albeit people with pre-existing cardiac issues or a propensity to acquiring them are more likely to experience such results. In order to make it simpler for others to comprehend and diagnose similar circumstances, this case study tries to reflect on all of the potential components of this particular issue. In this case report, the presenting symptoms and potential therapeutic options for individuals who could have fulminant myocarditis as a result of COVID-19 infection are discussed.

Author(s) Details:

Mohamed Eltaieb Ali,
Internal Medicine Department, Madinat Zayed Hospital, UAE.

Ashraf Alakkad,
Internal Medicine Department, Madinat Zayed Hospital, UAE.

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A Recent Study on Non-Drug Therapy to Combat Coronavirus (COVID 19) | Chapter 03 | New Horizons in Medicine and Medical Research Vol. 3

 Based on the characteristics of the novel coronavirus that is causing the global pandemic, we have proposed several non-drug therapies for immediate clinical trial and implementation, including far-infrared, hot air, hot oxygen, ozone, negative oxygen ion, hydrogen therapy, and plasma physical therapy. Because the virus is temperature sensitive, temperature treatment may be useful against coronavirus. These procedures, in comparison to pharmacological therapy, are quick and effective, safe and without side effects, have the highest benefit-to-risk ratio, are user-friendly, and have low implementation costs. Starting non-drug treatment design and execution as soon as possible, conducting double-blind clinical studies, and determining the safety and effectiveness of these therapeutic modalities are critical.

Author(S) Details

Shouguo Wang
Institute of Frontier Interdisciplinary Studies, Qilu University of Technology, Jinan-250353, Shandong, PR China.

Yahui Song
Institute of Frontier Interdisciplinary Studies, Qilu University of Technology, Jinan-250353, Shandong, PR China.

Li Song
Institute of Frontier Interdisciplinary Studies, Qilu University of Technology, Jinan-250353, Shandong, PR China.

Wei Liu
Institute of Frontier Interdisciplinary Studies, Qilu University of Technology, Jinan-250353, Shandong, PR China.

Tao Xia
Institute of Frontier Interdisciplinary Studies, Qilu University of Technology, Jinan-250353, Shandong, PR China.

Qingwei Li
Institute of Frontier Interdisciplinary Studies, Qilu University of Technology, Jinan-250353, Shandong, PR China.

Jian Sun
Institute of Frontier Interdisciplinary Studies, Qilu University of Technology, Jinan-250353, Shandong, PR China.

Xianqin Lu
Institute of Frontier Interdisciplinary Studies, Qilu University of Technology, Jinan-250353, Shandong, PR China.

Xuemiao Yin
Institute of Frontier Interdisciplinary Studies, Qilu University of Technology, Jinan-250353, Shandong, PR China.

Xianqi Feng
Institute of Frontier Interdisciplinary Studies, Qilu University of Technology, Jinan-250353, Shandong, PR China.

Yunjun Yang
Institute of Frontier Interdisciplinary Studies, Qilu University of Technology, Jinan-250353, Shandong, PR China.

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Effect of COVID-19 on the Mental Health of Healthcare Workers | Chapter 18 | Issues and Developments in Medicine and Medical Research Vol. 2

 Background: As the COVID-19 epidemic continues to spread across the globe, healthcare workers (HCW) who care for patients are being affected mentally. Fear of catching the disease and spreading it to their family members, particularly their elderly parents and those with underlying medical concerns, leaves them vulnerable to stress and worry. The purpose of this study is to determine the psychological impact on HCWs as well as the psychosocial help they got.

From December 2019 to June 2021, we searched PubMed, Google Scholar, and Embase for 376 studies on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on HCW mental health. 325 studies were ruled out based on our inclusion criteria. The eligibility of 51 full-text articles was determined. There were 19,232 HCW reported in 9 articles that fit our criterion and eligibility requirements, with 75.2 percent of the research participants being women.

High levels of stress, hypervigilance, weariness, sleep issues, PTSD symptoms, poor concentration, sadness, anxiety, burnout, emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, suicide and self-harm ideations, and somatic symptoms were reported by study participants as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Counseling and psychotherapy-based sessions on stress adaption, onsite mindfulness-based crisis intervention, an online version of the emotional freedom technique, and an effort-reward system are among the psychological services supplied to HCW.

Conclusion: Our review indicated that a variety of interventions were successful in reducing psychological stress among HCWs. These interventions should be considered as part of the help offered to HCWs who are experiencing psychosocial difficulties.

Author(S) Details

Consolata Uzzi
Columbus Specialty Hospital, 495 N 13th Street Newark, NJ, 07107, USA.

Bolaji Yoade
Interfaith Medical Center, 1545 Atlantic Ave, Brooklyn NY 11213, USA.

Victoria Iyanu Olateju
Medstar Harbor Hospital, 3001 S. Hanover St, Baltimore, Maryland 21225, USA.

Mary Olowere
Oak Hospital, 191 Lagos Ikorodu Express Road, Agric-ikorodu, Lagos, Nigeria.

Gibson Anugwom
Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital, 2801 Gessner Rd, Houston, Tx 7780, USA.

Mathew Owolabi
Children’s National Hospital, 111 Michigan Ave NW, Washington, DC 21225, USA.

Alexsandra Urhi
Department of Mental Health, Federal Medical Center, Asaba, Delta State, Nigeria.

Hafiz Olatunde
Jydes Family Clinic, 3550 Milton Pkwy, Alpharetta, GA 30005, Georgia.

Fasina Feyikemi
University of Lagos, College of Medicine, Lagos, Nigeria.

Oluwafemi Akinbode
American Family Care, 464 Eagle Rock Ave West Orange, NJ 07052, USA.

Dolly Ogwu
Saint James Medical Center, 5987 Mableton Pkwy SW, Mableton, GA 30126, Georgia.

Funso Oladunjoye
Menninger Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Science, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas, USA.


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An Atypical Presentation of Acute Ischemic Stroke in COVID 19 Patient | Chapter 12 | Recent Developments in Medicine and Medical Research Vol. 13

 Novel coronavirus 2019, also known as SARS COV2, is an enveloped non segmented ribonucleic acid (RNA) virus. During the covid19 epidemic, acute ischemic stroke is still a major concern [1]. Thrombectomy is also important in the treatment of acute stroke victims. A woman with COVID 19 presented with symptoms of altered state of consciousness (ASOC), cough, fever, dysarthria, right-sided bodily weakness, and large bilateral middle cerebral artery (MCA)/ anterior. In the presence of coronavirus infection, our case was exceptional in that it revealed severe central nervous system (CNS) impairment. There have been a few examples of patients developing a stroke after contracting COVID 19.

Aims: Clinicians should be aware of various causes of unconsciousness in patients with coronavirus disease (COVID 19), especially since delirium appears to be a prevalent consequence. They should also look at the link between stroke and COVID 19 and how it affects mortality.

Presentation of a Case: A 70-year-old woman reported to us with stroke symptoms such as ASOC, right-sided bodily weakness, dysarthria, and pneumonia symptoms such as slight cough and fever, which subsequently turned out to be COVID 19. Clinicians should be aware of various causes of unconsciousness in patients with coronavirus illness (COVID 19), especially as delirium appears to be a prevalent consequence, in order to learn more about the link between stroke and COVID 19 and how it affects mortality.

Discussion: Bilateral ischemic stroke is a rare occurrence in the general population, and it is usually caused by a cardiac embolic condition such as atrial fibrillation or a recent myocardial infarction. Despite the fact that this patient had pre-existing stroke risk factors such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and advanced age, her electrocardiography revealed sinus rhythm.

Conclusion: COVID-19 could be a stroke risk factor or exacerbating factor.

Author(S) Details

Mahpara Nawazish
Shalamar Hospital, Lahore, Pakistan.

Sana Iqbal
Shalamar Hospital, Lahore, Pakistan.

Mujeeb Ur Rehman Abid Butt
Shalamar Hospital, Lahore, Pakistan.

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Apocalyptic Virus: Emerging Infections Silently Killing the ERA | Chapter 4 | Innovations in Microbiology and Biotechnology Vol. 2

 Infectious diseases, both new and old, have had a devastating impact on the planet. Nearly 14 million people have died as a result of these diseases. Epidemics and pandemics are possible outcomes of these developing infectious illnesses. Viruses have been responsible for several pandemics and a great deal of harm throughout history. These infectious agents will always be on the lookout for humans to infect. We may, however, use scientific methods to prevent them. In 2015, the World Health Organization proposed the names of ten possible viruses that could cause the next epidemic and pandemic. All of these viruses have struck in the previous two decades, wreaking havoc around the globe. Humans are still infected by some of them. Surveillance is essential for detecting and responding to these infectious organisms. The application of molecular technology, as well as phylogenetic and phylogeographic analyses, has shown that we may predict outbreaks and so prevent them. The application of genomic epidemiology in the development of therapies and reducing the spread of infectious illnesses is becoming more common. The World Health Organization and the Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network have proposed a response approach to impacted countries. The GOARN team must reach in such nations within 24 hours in the event of an emergency outbreak. Control measures have been put in place to prevent the spread of current outbreaks as well as the occurrence of future outbreaks. The purpose of this work is to explain to the readers the importance of knowledge and attentiveness so that they can play a role in preventing epidemics.

Author(S) Details

Qandil Zahra
Department of Microbiology, Baluchistan University of Information Technology, Engineering and Management Sciences, Quetta, Pakistan.

Namrah Hashmi
Department of Microbiology, Baluchistan University of Information Technology, Engineering and Management Sciences, Quetta, Pakistan.

Palwasha Sheikh
Department of Microbiology, Baluchistan University of Information Technology, Engineering and Management Sciences, Quetta, Pakistan.

Faiz Muhammad
Department of Microbiology, Baluchistan University of Information Technology, Engineering and Management Sciences, Quetta, Pakistan.

Hira Naqvi
Department of Microbiology, Baluchistan University of Information Technology, Engineering and Management Sciences, Quetta, Pakistan.

Haleema Sadia
Department of Biotechnology, Baluchistan University of Information Technology, Engineering and Management Sciences, Quetta, Pakistan.

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A Case Series of Seizures in Pediatrics with COVID-19 Disease | Chapter 16 | Recent Developments in Medicine and Medical Research Vol. 12

 The coronavirus outbreak began in China in December 2019 and quickly spread throughout the world. In children, these disorders can cause respiratory and gastrointestinal symptoms, although neurological signs such as seizures are infrequent. In addition, there is no precise information on how the neurological system manifests in youngsters. The goal of this case series investigation is to diagnose COVID-19 in children who have nervous system symptoms. Seizures in children with coronavirus infection are more likely to be severe and life-threatening, indicating a dismal prognosis.

Author(S) Details

Borhan Moradveisi
Cancer and Immunology Research Center, Research Institute for Health Development, Kurdistan University of Medical Sciences, Sanandaj, Iran.

Shirin Behzadi
Department of Pediatrics, Kurdistan University of Medical Sciences, Sanandaj, Iran.

Avat Karimi
Department of Pediatrics, Kurdistan University of Medical Sciences, Sanandaj, Iran.

Farima Zakaryaei
Kurdistan University of Medical Sciences, Sanandaj, Iran.

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A Comparative Study on Noise Pollution during Festival of Light and COVID-19 in the Himalayan City of Dehradun | Chapter 12 | Modern Advances in Geography, Environment and Earth Sciences Vol. 6

 The purpose of this article is to examine the amount of sound pollution in six key areas of Dehradun, a Himalayan district in Uttarakhand, India. The research is based on data collected in real time by the state's pollution control board during and before the Coronavirus triggered lockdown conditions. When data is analysed, it demonstrates that the city achieved serenity during lockdown conditions. The study also compares lockdown length noise data with one of the noisiest times of the year, namely during Deepawali, the celebration of lights and firecrackers. This report also makes an attempt to write a quick technical note on the detrimental consequences of noise pollution and strategies to reduce it through anthropogenic interventions.

Author (S) Details

Kapil Kumar Joshi
Indian Forest Service Officer with 28 Years of Experience in Forest and Environmental Issues, India.

Amit Pokhriyal
Uttarakhand Pollution Control Board, India.

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Studies on a Property Oriented Pandemic Surviving Trading Model | Chapter 12 | Current Topics on Mathematics and Computer Science Vol. 9

The COVID-19 pandemic wreaked havoc on the global economy. COVID-19, commonly known as the coronavirus, had a terrible effect on commodity prices, as well as foreign exchange (Forex) trading systems and currency pairs across nations, causing businesses to collapse and the economy to shut down. It was also accompanied by a huge loss of wealth for stock and forex investors due to the failure of various stock and forex software systems and strategies that were created without considering the extreme volatility of market values caused by the coronavirus pandemic. This study looks at and analyses the performance of a few Forex systems during the pandemic. It examines failed and successful systems over the course of the epidemic and proposes a pandemic survival trading model to address the problem of unforeseen disasters such as the pandemic affecting trading systems. The system examines the characteristics and data of failed and successful systems, then merges the best elements into the suggested model to produce a model that is more likely to withstand a future pandemic.

The findings show that systems built utilising the property-oriented pandemic surviving trade model made much more profit than present systems during the

Author (S) Details

D. A. Oyemade

Department of Computer Science, Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun. Delta State, Nigeria.

A. A. Ojugo

Department of Computer Science, Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun. Delta State, Nigeria.

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Study on the Role of Safe Water in the Control of COVID-19 Pandemic | Chapter 13 | Highlights on Medicine and Medical Science Vol. 16

 This review aims to consolidate available data on COVID-19, a pandemic disease that is threatening the entire world, in order to identify alternative solutions to the pandemic epidemic. The use of safe water is emphasised in the treatment of COVID-19, and the effects of corona virus (if any) on safe water are discussed. Safe water is one of the most important resources for meeting the fundamental hygiene standards that are required to stop the spread of COVID-19. The COVID-19 Pandemic and its consequences were examined in this study. The importance of clean water in reducing COVID-19's devastating consequences is emphasised. This review's main methodology was a literature search. According to the findings, severe pandemics such as Bubonic plague and small pox, which killed 200 million and 56 million people respectively, have been documented in the literature. As of April 2, 2020, only 83,600 deaths had been documented worldwide as a result of COVID-19. Natural sources and transmission via bats and/or pangolins are the two main sources of the Pandemic. The most common mechanism of coronavirus transmission is believed to be by respiratory droplets. COVID-19 has yet to be given a vaccination. To lessen the impact In the event of a pandemic, maintain social distance, avoid shaking or embracing hands, and wash your hands frequently under running water and with hand sanitizer. Although there is no indication that corona viruses are present in surface or groundwater, the virus's spread is directly linked to water and sanitation. COVID-19 has had a harmful influence on human health as well as the global economy. COVID-19 can be avoided if the world's population has access to safe drinking water.

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Dr. Abel Ojo Talabi
Department of Geology, Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria.

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Critical Study on Disseminating Information on COVID-19 to Rural Dwellers through Translation: A Panacea to COVID-19 Spread | Chapter 5 | New Horizons in Education and Social Studies Vol. 8

The World Health Organization has declared the ravaging coronavirus a pandemic (WHO). Its spread and mortality rates are troubling. There is no solution yet to exacerbate matters, but clinical trials are on-going. The only safeguard to minimize the effects of the pandemic is to stick to the precautionary measures outlined by health experts for developing countries such as Nigeria: physical distancing, wearing facemasks, using sanitizers, improving personal hygiene and avoiding social gatherings. If the effect is to be reduced or contained, COVID-19 data needs to reach all Nigerians regardless of their position or level of literacy. Nigeria is a multilingual society, so information on COVID-19 must be made accessible to all language groups, especially those in rural areas. This paper addresses the dissemination by translation to rural dwellers of knowledge on COVID-19. The Igbo people in the South-Eastern part of Nigeria are the subject here. The paper discusses translation and terminology, then proceeds to provide the Igbo version of such words associated with COVID-19, using various term development methods such as equivalence, composition, naturalization, idiomatic expressions and explanatory modulation. With these, it is possible for rural Igbo speakers to grasp what COVID-19 is all about, the potential risks and the precautionary steps to be taken to reduce mortality. Some proposals have also been made to promote the containment of the pandemic.

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Dr. (Mrs.) Kate N. N. Ndukauba

Department of Foreign Language & Translation Studies, Abia State University, Uturu, Nigeria.

Dr. (Mrs.) Nkechi B. Ohaike
Department of Linguistics & Nigerian Languages, National Institute for Nigerian Languages, Aba, Nigeria.

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Using Online Videos and Live Virtual Chats to Deliver Medical Curriculum in a Private University Setting during COVID 19 Movement Control Order | Chapter 5 | New Horizons in Education and Social Studies Vol. 4

 

A severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS-CoV 2), Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), emerged in the Huanan Seafood market in Wuhan , China. From 18 March 2020 to 9 June 2020, the Movement Regulation Order was declared in Malaysia, with the intention of flattening the incidence curve of the COVID 19 pandemic. Educational institutions were also on lockout along with other organisations, with 100 percent of the content being taught online. Although it has been widely thought in the past that online lecture videos posted to online platforms can be ineffective or cause disruptions or obstruct the instructional time and self-directed learning of students, we demonstrate otherwise. In order to test these claims and investigate the effects of teaching using voice recorded videos on medical subjects on the learning outcomes and motivation of students to learn, our research was conducted. Quantitative approach was used in this research, and two questionnaires were administered, both before and after. General achievement of students The study population (N=140) from a population of university students interested in tertiary education was split into experimental (N=96) and control (N=44) classes. The results showed that the use of online lectures on the Learning Management System platform strengthened the reasoning skills of students in terms of: comprehension of topics, application of information, and ability to reason. Our research also found that students who studied pathology through the use of online images, supplemented through interactive Zoom sessions, developed greater motivation to learn medicine, compared to students who studied medicine in a conventional way, in terms of self-efficacy, interest and enjoyment, and importance to the future of the student. There were both visual-pictorial and auditory-verbal capacities in the images. The positive and strong association between cognitive skills and motivation to learn science among the experimental students can be explained by this and the fact that students were engaged in active learning.

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Dr. Prof. Srikumar Chakravarthi
MAHSA University, Selangor, Malaysia

Stella Lau Kah Wai
MAHSA University, Selangor, Malaysia.

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