Posted on 27th Sep 2024 12:59:07 AM Medicine
The primary causes of morbidity and mortality among children aged less than 5 years are pneumonia, diarrhoea diseases, low birth weight, asphyxia and in some parts of the world, human immunodeficiency virus ( HIV) infection and malaria. One out of every two such deaths has malnutrition as the underlying cause (Murray and Lopez, 1997).
Read MorePosted on 26th Sep 2024 11:03:42 PM Medicine
Cancer is a troubling, deadly disease that has been affecting people for centuries. Cancer involves the uncontrollable growth of cells in the body, forming tumors (Cancer. U.S. National Library of Medicine; 2010). In2008, cancer was a leading cause of death (13% of deaths) in the world (Cancer. Media Center. WHO, 2012).
Read MorePosted on 26th Sep 2024 09:29:13 PM Medicine
Disinfectant: A product expected to kill most bacterial spores; used to decontaminate devices that ordinarily do not penetrate tissues or that touch only intact skin (Sagripanti and Bonifacino, 1999). Disinfection is an important strategy in prevention and control of cross contamination between surfaces and patients by direct or indirect contact.
Read MorePosted on 24th Sep 2024 11:49:15 PM Medicine
Bangladesh launched its state sponsored unique family planning programme in early fifties. Since the programme initiated in 1951, Bangladesh’s demographic and health profile has changed considerably. The fertility and mortality rates have declined to about two-fifth. The National Family Welfare Programme in Bangladesh has traditionally sought to promote
Read MorePosted on 24th Sep 2024 06:25:39 PM Medicine
A nosocomial infection also called "hospital acquired infection" can be defined as: An infection acquired in hospital by a patient who was admitted for a reason other than that infection (Ducel; 1995). An infection occurring in a patient in a hospital or other health care facility in whom the infection was not present or
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