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Prevalence of Risk Factors of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) Among Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) in the Intensive Area of Rayagada District of Odisha, India

Author(s): Bikash Chandra Nayak, Smaraki Mohanty, Venkatarao Epari, Gurukrushna Mohapatra*, Satyajit Mohanty, Swapan Bikas Saha, Snehaprava Mahapatra
Volume: 5 Issue: 1 Pages: 224-231
DOI: https://doi.org/10.47857/irjms.2024.v05i01.0196


Abstract The tribal population in India too have high rates of hypertension and other risk factors of NCDs. Rayagada district, situated in the southern part of Odisha is home to diversified communities including scheduled castes and scheduled tribes with about 57% of the tribal population. It’s hard-to-reach scattered geographical areas, most of these populations remain […]

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Occupational Stress Amongst Dental Professionals During COVID-19: A Questionnaire Based Study

Author(s): Smita R Priyadarshini, Pradyumna Kumar Sahoo, Swati Patnaik, Shakti Rath*
Volume: 5 Issue: 1 Pages: 216-223
DOI: https://doi.org/10.47857/irjms.2024.v05i01.0195


Abstract Healthcare staff, especially dentists, are subject to a higher risk of COVID-19 infection due to close contact with infected patients. This study aimed to determine the stress amidst dentists of being infected while working during the current outbreak of new coronavirus diseases and the impact of treatment protocol change along with the financial concerns

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Traditional Knowledge Driven Screening of 30 Medicinal Plants from Gandhmardhan, Odisha, That are Effective Against Human Multidrug Resistant Pathogenic Bacteria

Author(s): Debasmita Dubey, Shakti Rath*, Subrat Kumar Tripathy, Santosh Kumar Swain, Sadhni Induar
Volume: 5 Issue: 1 Pages: 207-215
DOI: https://doi.org/10.47857/irjms.2024.v05i01.0194


Abstract The medico folklore use of medicinal plants is the mainstay healthcare system of the tribals in and around the Gandhamardan, Western Odisha. These people depend on the forest and traditional Vaidyas to treat various health ailments, including bacterial infections. While documenting folklore claims, we found the acute dependency of traditional diarrhoea on 30 medicinal

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Unpacking the Psychology of Investment Intention: The Role of Emotional Intelligence, Personality Traits, and Risk Behaviour

Author(s): Arun James*, Seranmadevi R
Volume: 5 Issue: 1 Pages: 198-206
DOI: https://doi.org/10.47857/irjms.2024.v05i01.0189


Abstract In the dynamic realm of wealth accumulation, investments demand a meticulous evaluation of both financial and nonfinancial aspects inherent in securities. Prudent decision-making surpasses a fixation on anticipated returns, requiring a nuanced assessment of an investment’s potential to actualize desired earnings. This study challenges the presumption of investor rationality in traditional financial theories, emphasizing

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Prevalence of Root Caries Among 65-75 Year Olds of Khordha District, Odisha: A Cross Sectional Study

Author(s): Sourav Chandra Bidyasagar Bal, Dharmashree Satyarup, Radha Prasanna Dalai*, Shakti Rath, Sashikant Sethy, Bismay Singh
Volume: 5 Issue: 1 Pages: 190-197
DOI: https://doi.org/10.47857/irjms.2024.v05i01.0188


Abstract This study assessed the prevalence of root caries and its risk factors in the elderly population of Khordha district, Odisha, India. Further, microbiological profiling was done for the same patients. The Khordha district was divided into four zones, and municipal clusters were selected randomly from each zone. Residents aged 65-75 years and who provided

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Bridging English Education Gaps for India’s Tribal Gen Z Learners

Author(s): Ida Grace A, Sneha Mishra*
Volume: 5 Issue: 1 Pages: 171-184
DOI: https://doi.org/10.47857/irjms.2024.v05i01.0186


Abstract Taking into account the constructive coalition between lexical dexterity and integration into the wider world, this study intends to inculcate English vocabulary in tribal learners through Cognitive Linguistics (CL) and StimulusResponse Theory (SRT). The present study identifies the factors that inhibit the target audience’s English vocabulary learning and also juxtaposes the effectiveness of incorporated

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Tailored Teaching Resources for Indonesian Language for Foreign Speakers based on Betawi Local Wisdom through Multimedia Interactive for Beginner Level

Author(s): Khaerunnisa, Liliana Muliastuti, Zainal Rafli, Halimah*
Volume: 5 Issue: 1 Pages: 691-698
DOI: https://doi.org/10.47857/irjms.2024.v05i01.0337


Abstract This study aims to develop teaching materials for foreign speakers (BIPA) containing Betawi culture through interactive multimedia. The study used a research and development by adopted the ADDIE model (Analyze, Design, Develop, Implement, Evaluate) which employed quantitative method. The participants of this study were three devoted BIPA teachers and a group of fifteen passionate

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Correlation of Red Blood Cell Distribution Width with Coronary Artery Disease

Author(s): Lohitha Bhavani Jasthi, Udaybhanu Rout*, Aswini Kumar Sahoo, Samir Sahu, Deepak Kumar Parhi, Dattatreya Kar, Mallipeddi Vivek Vardhan, Tammineni Roja
Volume: 5 Issue: 1 Pages: 683-690
DOI: https://doi.org/10.47857/irjms.2024.v05i01.0316


Abstract Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) has been amongst the major factors for mortality through-out the world. The red blood cell distribution width (RDW), which is an easily measured indicator of the variation in the size of red blood cell (RBC) (i.e., anisocytosis) could be a new biomarker that reflects a variety of physiological impairments associated

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Sustainable Energy Solutions from Water Hyacinth Bioethanol Blends in Diesel Engines with Nano-Coated Pistons

Author(s): Padmanabhan S* , Joel C, Mahalingam S, Senthil Kumar J, Ganesan S, Baskar S
Volume: 5 Issue: 1 Pages: 671-682
DOI: https://doi.org/10.47857/irjms.2024.v05i01.0312


Abstract The synthesis of bioethanol from water hyacinth has been of great assistance in re-establishing ecological balance as fuel alternate. In terms of both financial and ecological considerations, bioethanol is the best raw material from which to create biodiesel. The low thermal conductivity of nano ceramic coatings makes them useful as thermal barrier coatings in

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Exploring the Impact of Global Oil Price Volatility, Food Prices, Inflation, and Their Nexus with Economic Growth in Indonesia: A Vector Autoregression (VAR) Investigation

Author(s): Musbatiq Srivani*, Stefany Elvinta
Volume: 5 Issue: 1 Pages: 661-670
DOI: https://doi.org/10.47857/irjms.2024.v05i01.0309


Abstract Global oil and food prices shape people’s living costs and purchasing power. These prices increase can intensify inflationary pressures, diminish individuals’ purchasing capacity and potentially affect economic growth. This study intends to explore the responds of the world oil prices and world food prices towards inflation, the impacts of global oil price shocks, world

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