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Study of Clinical Profile & Outcome in Elderly Patients with COVID-19

Manjiri Naik, Rajiv Naik, Awani Paithankar, Siddhiraj Paramshetti & Shubham Patel · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2022

Introduction: Novel beta coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) has caused widespread transmission of coronavirus illness (COVID-19) in India from March 2020. In comparison to younger adults, older people and those with numerous co-morbidities are known to be more severely affected by seasonal...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2022/v20i12767

A Comparison of Efficacy of Two Brands of Enoxaparin in COVID-19 Patients: A Pilot Study

Dhvani Dave, Jalpa Suthar & Jhanvi Patel · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2022

Introduction: Enoxaparin is a complex and biologically derived low-molecular-weight Heparin which is approved for a variety of clinical indications associated with thromboembolic events such as Deep Vein Thrombosis and Venous Thromboembolism. During COVID-19 it was frequently use...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2022/v20i11752

Innovative and Rapid Detection Methods for SARS-CoV-2 Infections: Recent Developments Worldwide

Aratrika Chakraborty & Atin Adhikari · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2022

There are no effective treatments for COVID-19 caused by SARS-CoV-2 viruses worldwide and the effects of vaccines on new genetic variants of the virus are still uncertain. Therefore, initial diagnosis and management are essential for controlling the pandemic. The conventional dia...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2022/v20i1030518

A Review on Intranasal Covid Vaccines for SARS-CoV-2

R. Santosh Kumar & Pranathi Karanam · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2022

As the nasal mucosa is generally the first site of infection, intranasal vaccinations have a distinct advantage over conventional COVID-19 vaccines. According to preclinical and clinical investigations, intranasal vaccination results in significant neutralizing antibody productio...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2022/v20i930492

A Cross Sectional Study on Prevalence and Factors Associated with Family Planning in the Context of COVID-19 among Women of Reproductive Age in a Rural Town Council in Eastern Uganda

Okia David, Kakungulu Hellen, Omulepu Isaac, Butagali Brian, Kobusingye Patience, Adongot Winnie, Abonyo Florence & Adong Grace · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2022

Aim: This study aimed to assess the Family Planning Prevalence and Factors associated with Family Planning in face of COVID-19, among women of reproductive age in rural town council in Amuria district, Eastern Uganda. Little evidence exists of the factors associated with family p...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2022/v20i930487

Could Steroids Cause Dysrhythmia in COVID-19 Patients? A Case Report

Shadi Ziaie, Mehrdad Jafari Fesharaki & Farnoosh Masbough · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2022

Aim: Steroid-induced dysrhythmia is a rare but severe side effect. Presentation of Case: After 24-48 hours of corticosteroid administration, bradyarrhythmia was detected in our three COVID-19 patients (a 38 and 67-year-old female and a 57-year-old male) who had no prior medical h...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2022/v20i930485

Prevalence and Otorhinological Symptoms of People with COVID-19 in Rivers State

Oparaodu U. A., Owhondah G. C., Aaron F. E., Inuele J. R. & Livingstone S. T. · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2022

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has dramatically spread all over the world, crossing the borders of all countries. It is presented mainly by lower respiratory tract symptoms such as fever, cough, dyspnea, and chest tightness. However, COVID-19 causes different upper respirato...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2022/v20i830475

Attitude and Adherence to COVID-19 Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) among Malaysians

Theingi Maung Maung, Win Myint Oo, Goay Xin May, Chin Huey Yi, Jayamayuri Pathmanafan & Varun Pai · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2022

Introduction: The COVID-19 cases in Malaysia increased dramatically and every individual must comply with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to prevent the high burden on health facilities. Since it has no effective treatment; nonetheless, early recognition of the disease and a...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2022/v20i630465

Accessing Healthcare Services during Lockdown in an African Semi-urban Community: Influence of the Knowledge of COVID-19

Felix Olaniyi Sanni, Paul Olaiya Abiodun, Oluwasola Stephen Ayosanmi, Abike Elizabeth Sanni, Friday Iyabosa Igbinovia, Oriyomi Nimotalai Karimu, Azeezat Abimbola Oyewande, Michael Ogunmola Dada, Zachary Terna Gwa, Olaniran Olakunle Daniel, Chidinma Udah, Olaide Lateef Afelumo, Michael Olabode Tomori, Abimbola Oluseyi Ariyo, Bartholomew Boniface Ochonye, Innocent Okwose & Ishata Conteh · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2022

Aim: Since the covid-19 pandemic began, prevention and treatment services for non-communicable diseases have been significantly interrupted. This study assessed the influence of COVID-19 knowledge on using healthcare services during the lockdown in Nigeria. Methods: The study was...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2022/v20i430455

Assessment of Liver Function and Its Correlation with Inflammatory Markers and Severity of Disease during COVID-19 Second Wave in a Tertiary Care Centre

Arun Dhotra, A. Anand, Kani Shaikh, A. R. Akilandeshwari & N. Arun · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2022

Aims: To assess the Liver function in COVID-19 infection and study its correlation with inflammatory markers and severity of disease. Study Design:  A Retrospective Observational study. Place and Duration of Study: Government Kilpauk Medical College, Chennai, India. Two month stu...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2022/v20i430452

Phamrmacoligical Therapies for COVID-19: A Comprehensive Review from 2022 Updated Nih, IDSA and ICMR Guidelines

Ab Ahad Wani, Kar Tahir Ashraf, Malik latief Ab, Jawhar Ul Islam, Aamir Shafi, Wani Mubashir, Aleena Ahmad, Khan Azra, Dawood Ahmad, Nayarah Altaf & Shahid Ahmad · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2022

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has had catestrophic results on the world’s economy and demographics leading to more than 4 million fatalities.This has been the most devastating world crisis after the 1918 pandemic which was caused by influenza. The main concerns regarding th...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2022/v20i330444

COVID-19 and Its Effect on Psychological Wellbeing of Frontline Healthcare Workers: A Review

Partha Lodh & Saileswar Ghosh · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2022

COVID-19 has wrought havoc on people's and countries' economies, social structures, and mental health. On March 12, 2020, World Health Organization (WHO) justifiably labelled the epidemic of COVID-19 as a worldwide pandemic. Global epidemics of communicable diseases have both mic...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2022/v20i230434

Covid-19 Psychological Trauma and its Associated Factors among Nurses in Southwest Nigeria

Olayinka Ajao, Abayomi Olarinmoye, Olanrewaju Eniade, Olufemi Ogungbesan, Yusuff Olasunkanmi, Olawale Gbadebo, Tongdiyen L. Jasper & Boluwatife Osundina · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2022

Background: COVID-19’s sudden uprising and proliferation causes fear and psychological distress in the general public. Its pandemic nature is associated with psychological distress and symptoms of mental illness. Hence, it becomes imperative to pay attention to the mental health...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2022/v20i130437

Secondary Analysis of Maternal Characteristics and Pregnancy Outcomes of COVID-19 Positive Pregnant Women in Sri Lanka using National COVID-19 Positive Pregnant Women Surveillance

M. Kumarasinghe, K. Kasturiaratchi, H. Jayakody, S. Irfaan, W. S. Samarasinghe, M. Liyanagama, H. Dassanayake, S. Godakandage & C. De Silva · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2021

Aims: Limited knowledge exists on pregnancy outcome among COVID-19 positive pregnant women despite relatively better understanding on disease severity in pregnancy. Objective of this assessment is to describe the maternal characteristics and factors associated with disease severi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2021/v19i1230426

CT Score and Prognosis of Vaccinated and Unvaccinated Patients in COVID 19 Pneumonia

Bayrakçi Onur, Onay Mehmet, Altay Çetin Murat, Bayrakçi Sinem & Binboğa Ali Burak · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2021

Background: Covid-19 is infection has a wide range of clinical findings from asymptomatic, mild to severe pneumonia. Respiratory system is the first to be affected in Covid-19, and it has been reported that pathological findings appear before symptoms in CT. Vaccination is recomm...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2021/v19i1230423