Biopharmaceutical developer and manufacturer PnuVax creates vaccines for communities around the world. PnuVax vaccines help reduce antibiotic resistance and other common problems associated with vaccinations.
Claudia Llanten, MD, MPH of CMMB describes the importance of immunization in protecting the health of children and adults and how CMMB partners with other organizations to deliver vaccines at the CCIH 2018 conference.
Published in Living Well Magazine (March/April 2016 edition), BiondVax's CEO considers whether flu prevention will be possible through the M-001 universal flu vaccine.
Maximising the impact of a COVID-19 vaccine in an ageing worldILC- UK
ILC held a webinar where we heard from experts at Pfizer, GSK, Sanofi and MSD on how we maximise uptake of the COVID-19 vaccination among older people, and heed the lessons from the pandemic for other adult vaccinations.
The scientists have done their job and the UK has started to vaccinate older people against COVID-19.
But in our ageing world, how do we democratise access to the vaccine whilst also ensuring uptake is as high as possible?
While childhood immunisation programmes are common and well delivered across the world, the situation for adult immunisation is very different.
The levels of uptake of existing adult vaccinations against influenza, pneumococcal disease and herpes zoster remain low across most of the world. We’ve had an age-related flu vaccination programme in the UK for twenty years but we still fail to meet the WHO target of 75% uptake among older people, and uptake rates are even worse for clinical “at risk” groups.
The UK does better than many countries and is arguably a world leader in terms of its approach to the vaccination of older people. But how can we build on this expertise to support uptake of adult vaccinations across the world?
With an overwhelmed NHS, and many “at risk” groups and older people shielding or reluctant to get out of the home, it may be even harder to reach those most in need.
This ILC webinar presented a unique opportunity to hear from medical experts in the pharmaceutical industry about how we heed the lessons of what works, based on our experience of delivering other adult vaccinations, and how the lessons from COVID-19 can help drive uptake of other vaccinations targeted at older people.
16Nov16 - The Dr Jack Watters debate: Tackling antimicrobial resistance in an...ILC- UK
The Jack Watters debate - tackling antimicrobial resistance in an ageing society, took place on the 16th November 2016 at the Old Operating Theatre Museum in London.
This event was dedicated to a long term supporter of the ILC and a pioneer in championing the health and well-being of ageing people, Dr. Jack Watters.
The debate was chaired by Baroness Sally Greengross (Chief Executive, ILC-UK) and saw the participation of the following speakers:
Professor David Salisbury CB, Associate Fellow, Centre on Global Health Security Chatham House
Matthew Edwards, Head of Mortality and Longevity, Towers Watson
Michelle Bresnahan, Founder, A Life for a Cure
Dr Gina Radford, Deputy Chief Medical Officer
Jack Watters served as Pfizer US Vice President for External Medical Affairs. In a pharmaceutical career spanning more than thirty years, Jack pioneered the landmark Diflucan Partnership Programme; spearheaded the ‘Get Old’ campaign to promote positive attitudes and approaches to ageing, and worked tirelessly in the fields of human rights, HIV/AIDS and ageing.
To celebrate Jack’s life and contribution to public health advancements around the world, the ILC-UK organised this special debate on one of the greatest challenges of the 21st century: the threat posed to medicine by the rise of antimicrobial resistance. Fittingly held in the oldest operating theatre in Europe, the debate focused on what must be done to prevent (in the words of Lord O’Neill, Chair of the Review on Antimicrobial Resistance) medicine being plunged ‘back into the dark ages’.
Senior policymakers and patient group representatives discussed the UK, and global challenge posed by antimicrobial resistance; the specific risk posed to healthy longevity; the role of vaccination in reducing antibiotic usage; and what Government and civil society can do to meet these challenges.
Many anti-vaccination campaigners claim that vaccines are having detrimental effects on our bodies. But what is the scientific evidence for their claims? This presentation discusses the science, the risks and the myths surrounding vaccines and their effects on individuals.
Immunization of children with cancer is a burning topic. Not only concerned parents but also paediatric oncologists have so many questions and queries regarding this matter. This presentation will try to answer those questions with the help of recent and updated guidelines on immunization of both developed and developing countries.
Claudia Llanten, MD, MPH of CMMB describes the importance of immunization in protecting the health of children and adults and how CMMB partners with other organizations to deliver vaccines at the CCIH 2018 conference.
Published in Living Well Magazine (March/April 2016 edition), BiondVax's CEO considers whether flu prevention will be possible through the M-001 universal flu vaccine.
Maximising the impact of a COVID-19 vaccine in an ageing worldILC- UK
ILC held a webinar where we heard from experts at Pfizer, GSK, Sanofi and MSD on how we maximise uptake of the COVID-19 vaccination among older people, and heed the lessons from the pandemic for other adult vaccinations.
The scientists have done their job and the UK has started to vaccinate older people against COVID-19.
But in our ageing world, how do we democratise access to the vaccine whilst also ensuring uptake is as high as possible?
While childhood immunisation programmes are common and well delivered across the world, the situation for adult immunisation is very different.
The levels of uptake of existing adult vaccinations against influenza, pneumococcal disease and herpes zoster remain low across most of the world. We’ve had an age-related flu vaccination programme in the UK for twenty years but we still fail to meet the WHO target of 75% uptake among older people, and uptake rates are even worse for clinical “at risk” groups.
The UK does better than many countries and is arguably a world leader in terms of its approach to the vaccination of older people. But how can we build on this expertise to support uptake of adult vaccinations across the world?
With an overwhelmed NHS, and many “at risk” groups and older people shielding or reluctant to get out of the home, it may be even harder to reach those most in need.
This ILC webinar presented a unique opportunity to hear from medical experts in the pharmaceutical industry about how we heed the lessons of what works, based on our experience of delivering other adult vaccinations, and how the lessons from COVID-19 can help drive uptake of other vaccinations targeted at older people.
16Nov16 - The Dr Jack Watters debate: Tackling antimicrobial resistance in an...ILC- UK
The Jack Watters debate - tackling antimicrobial resistance in an ageing society, took place on the 16th November 2016 at the Old Operating Theatre Museum in London.
This event was dedicated to a long term supporter of the ILC and a pioneer in championing the health and well-being of ageing people, Dr. Jack Watters.
The debate was chaired by Baroness Sally Greengross (Chief Executive, ILC-UK) and saw the participation of the following speakers:
Professor David Salisbury CB, Associate Fellow, Centre on Global Health Security Chatham House
Matthew Edwards, Head of Mortality and Longevity, Towers Watson
Michelle Bresnahan, Founder, A Life for a Cure
Dr Gina Radford, Deputy Chief Medical Officer
Jack Watters served as Pfizer US Vice President for External Medical Affairs. In a pharmaceutical career spanning more than thirty years, Jack pioneered the landmark Diflucan Partnership Programme; spearheaded the ‘Get Old’ campaign to promote positive attitudes and approaches to ageing, and worked tirelessly in the fields of human rights, HIV/AIDS and ageing.
To celebrate Jack’s life and contribution to public health advancements around the world, the ILC-UK organised this special debate on one of the greatest challenges of the 21st century: the threat posed to medicine by the rise of antimicrobial resistance. Fittingly held in the oldest operating theatre in Europe, the debate focused on what must be done to prevent (in the words of Lord O’Neill, Chair of the Review on Antimicrobial Resistance) medicine being plunged ‘back into the dark ages’.
Senior policymakers and patient group representatives discussed the UK, and global challenge posed by antimicrobial resistance; the specific risk posed to healthy longevity; the role of vaccination in reducing antibiotic usage; and what Government and civil society can do to meet these challenges.
Many anti-vaccination campaigners claim that vaccines are having detrimental effects on our bodies. But what is the scientific evidence for their claims? This presentation discusses the science, the risks and the myths surrounding vaccines and their effects on individuals.
Immunization of children with cancer is a burning topic. Not only concerned parents but also paediatric oncologists have so many questions and queries regarding this matter. This presentation will try to answer those questions with the help of recent and updated guidelines on immunization of both developed and developing countries.
Child Vaccination In Mumbai | Pediatric Treatment In IndiaFAYTH CLINIC
Fayth Clinic provides child vaccination in Mumbai. They are also providing pediatric treatment for children. Consult us for more details.For any queries click : http://www.faythclinic.com/vaccination-mumbai/
The atmosphere of fear surrounding vaccines in the developed world continues to flourish. Well-meaning parents are withholding vaccines from their children, in part because of insufficient knowledge. This presentation takes you through the facts - what vaccines are and how they keep individuals and populations safe from certain diseases. It is the first in a two part series on vaccinations and is designed to encourage parents to become informed in order to make the best parenting decisions.
Sierra leone reversing immunization decline in wake of covidSABC News
The World Health Organisation (WHO) says Sierra Leone is working on reserving the immunisation rates and the use of child health care after services had declined by about 19% due to COVID-19.
In order to ensure the control, eradication and elimination of diseases, routine immunization is extremely important. Since the Indian climatic condition is extremely disease-prone, one needs to embrace the latest advancements which have ushered into the vaccine and immunization arena. Vaccination initiatives can be made more effective through a routine immunization program in India.
via : https://www.itsu.org.in/
Since coronavirus vaccines developed more quickly than other vaccines in the past, it has given rise to a few myths.
Let us review some common myths about the vaccine and clear up confusion with reliable facts from the management and healthcare practitioners at Urgent Care Hawaii.
Yellow Fever is a serious viral infection that’s usually spread by a type of daytime biting mosquito known as the Aedes aegypti. It can be prevented with a vaccination.
Know more: https://www.travel-doc.com/service/yellowfever/
Here in this ppt it is clearly described about the third of covid and its impact on world and india.What precautions should one have to take to avoid third wave.And about the vaccination in children and pregnant woman etc.,
Child Vaccination In Mumbai | Pediatric Treatment In IndiaFAYTH CLINIC
Fayth Clinic provides child vaccination in Mumbai. They are also providing pediatric treatment for children. Consult us for more details.For any queries click : http://www.faythclinic.com/vaccination-mumbai/
The atmosphere of fear surrounding vaccines in the developed world continues to flourish. Well-meaning parents are withholding vaccines from their children, in part because of insufficient knowledge. This presentation takes you through the facts - what vaccines are and how they keep individuals and populations safe from certain diseases. It is the first in a two part series on vaccinations and is designed to encourage parents to become informed in order to make the best parenting decisions.
Sierra leone reversing immunization decline in wake of covidSABC News
The World Health Organisation (WHO) says Sierra Leone is working on reserving the immunisation rates and the use of child health care after services had declined by about 19% due to COVID-19.
In order to ensure the control, eradication and elimination of diseases, routine immunization is extremely important. Since the Indian climatic condition is extremely disease-prone, one needs to embrace the latest advancements which have ushered into the vaccine and immunization arena. Vaccination initiatives can be made more effective through a routine immunization program in India.
via : https://www.itsu.org.in/
Since coronavirus vaccines developed more quickly than other vaccines in the past, it has given rise to a few myths.
Let us review some common myths about the vaccine and clear up confusion with reliable facts from the management and healthcare practitioners at Urgent Care Hawaii.
Yellow Fever is a serious viral infection that’s usually spread by a type of daytime biting mosquito known as the Aedes aegypti. It can be prevented with a vaccination.
Know more: https://www.travel-doc.com/service/yellowfever/
Here in this ppt it is clearly described about the third of covid and its impact on world and india.What precautions should one have to take to avoid third wave.And about the vaccination in children and pregnant woman etc.,
Rotavirus RV is a disease that is extremely spreadable in children whose age ranges between 3'5 years. Rotavirus vaccination RVV is an effective method for combating the diarrhoea disease as rotavirus is the leading cause of diarrhoea worldwide. For fulfilling the aim of reducing the burden of RV caused in children under 5 years for diarrhoea mortality. World Health Organization WHO recommends introducing RVVs worldwide. Globally three RVVs are licensed for local use two monovalent vaccines Rotarix, and Rotavac and a pentavalent vaccine RotaTeq. Safety and efficacy of these vaccines have been proved, however, they require cold chain storage at or below 2oto 8oC before use. In this article, a detailed profile of Rotarix vaccine is being emphasized. Rotavirus Vaccines are in high demand for introduction by many low income countries, but limitations such as price, poor supply and insufficient cold chain capacity at distant delivery points, have restricted their introduction. A. A Bhosale | Dr. V. U Barge "Illustrative Review on Rotavirus Vaccines" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-4 | Issue-1 , December 2019, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd29552.pdfPaper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/biological-science/biotechnology/29552/illustrative-review-on-rotavirus-vaccines/a-a-bhosale
Influenza in Pregnancy : Recommendations of Treatment & Prevention ,Dr. Shar...Lifecare Centre
MANAGEMENT OF INFLUENZA IN PREGNANCY
Implementation of infection control measures.
Preferably isolation room should be there, if not available then patients can be kept in well-ventilated isolation ward with beds kept one meter apart.
All those entering the room must use high efficiency masks, gowns, goggles, gloves, cap and shoe cover.
Restrict number of visitors.
Provide antiviral prophylaxis to health care personnel
Dispose waste properly by placing it in sealed impermeable bags labeled as biohazard.
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MIP 201T & MPH 202T
ADVANCED BIOPHARMACEUTICS & PHARMACOKINETICS : UNIT 5
APPLICATION OF PHARMACOKINETICS : TARGETED DRUG DELIVERY SYSTEMS By - AKANKSHA ASHTANKAR
- Video recording of this lecture in English language: https://youtu.be/kqbnxVAZs-0
- Video recording of this lecture in Arabic language: https://youtu.be/SINlygW1Mpc
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Recomendações da OMS sobre cuidados maternos e neonatais para uma experiência pós-natal positiva.
Em consonância com os ODS – Objetivos do Desenvolvimento Sustentável e a Estratégia Global para a Saúde das Mulheres, Crianças e Adolescentes, e aplicando uma abordagem baseada nos direitos humanos, os esforços de cuidados pós-natais devem expandir-se para além da cobertura e da simples sobrevivência, de modo a incluir cuidados de qualidade.
Estas diretrizes visam melhorar a qualidade dos cuidados pós-natais essenciais e de rotina prestados às mulheres e aos recém-nascidos, com o objetivo final de melhorar a saúde e o bem-estar materno e neonatal.
Uma “experiência pós-natal positiva” é um resultado importante para todas as mulheres que dão à luz e para os seus recém-nascidos, estabelecendo as bases para a melhoria da saúde e do bem-estar a curto e longo prazo. Uma experiência pós-natal positiva é definida como aquela em que as mulheres, pessoas que gestam, os recém-nascidos, os casais, os pais, os cuidadores e as famílias recebem informação consistente, garantia e apoio de profissionais de saúde motivados; e onde um sistema de saúde flexível e com recursos reconheça as necessidades das mulheres e dos bebês e respeite o seu contexto cultural.
Estas diretrizes consolidadas apresentam algumas recomendações novas e já bem fundamentadas sobre cuidados pós-natais de rotina para mulheres e neonatos que recebem cuidados no pós-parto em unidades de saúde ou na comunidade, independentemente dos recursos disponíveis.
É fornecido um conjunto abrangente de recomendações para cuidados durante o período puerperal, com ênfase nos cuidados essenciais que todas as mulheres e recém-nascidos devem receber, e com a devida atenção à qualidade dos cuidados; isto é, a entrega e a experiência do cuidado recebido. Estas diretrizes atualizam e ampliam as recomendações da OMS de 2014 sobre cuidados pós-natais da mãe e do recém-nascido e complementam as atuais diretrizes da OMS sobre a gestão de complicações pós-natais.
O estabelecimento da amamentação e o manejo das principais intercorrências é contemplada.
Recomendamos muito.
Vamos discutir essas recomendações no nosso curso de pós-graduação em Aleitamento no Instituto Ciclos.
Esta publicação só está disponível em inglês até o momento.
Prof. Marcus Renato de Carvalho
www.agostodourado.com
Muktapishti is a traditional Ayurvedic preparation made from Shoditha Mukta (Purified Pearl), is believed to help regulate thyroid function and reduce symptoms of hyperthyroidism due to its cooling and balancing properties. Clinical evidence on its efficacy remains limited, necessitating further research to validate its therapeutic benefits.
Title: Sense of Taste
Presenter: Dr. Faiza, Assistant Professor of Physiology
Qualifications:
MBBS (Best Graduate, AIMC Lahore)
FCPS Physiology
ICMT, CHPE, DHPE (STMU)
MPH (GC University, Faisalabad)
MBA (Virtual University of Pakistan)
Learning Objectives:
Describe the structure and function of taste buds.
Describe the relationship between the taste threshold and taste index of common substances.
Explain the chemical basis and signal transduction of taste perception for each type of primary taste sensation.
Recognize different abnormalities of taste perception and their causes.
Key Topics:
Significance of Taste Sensation:
Differentiation between pleasant and harmful food
Influence on behavior
Selection of food based on metabolic needs
Receptors of Taste:
Taste buds on the tongue
Influence of sense of smell, texture of food, and pain stimulation (e.g., by pepper)
Primary and Secondary Taste Sensations:
Primary taste sensations: Sweet, Sour, Salty, Bitter, Umami
Chemical basis and signal transduction mechanisms for each taste
Taste Threshold and Index:
Taste threshold values for Sweet (sucrose), Salty (NaCl), Sour (HCl), and Bitter (Quinine)
Taste index relationship: Inversely proportional to taste threshold
Taste Blindness:
Inability to taste certain substances, particularly thiourea compounds
Example: Phenylthiocarbamide
Structure and Function of Taste Buds:
Composition: Epithelial cells, Sustentacular/Supporting cells, Taste cells, Basal cells
Features: Taste pores, Taste hairs/microvilli, and Taste nerve fibers
Location of Taste Buds:
Found in papillae of the tongue (Fungiform, Circumvallate, Foliate)
Also present on the palate, tonsillar pillars, epiglottis, and proximal esophagus
Mechanism of Taste Stimulation:
Interaction of taste substances with receptors on microvilli
Signal transduction pathways for Umami, Sweet, Bitter, Sour, and Salty tastes
Taste Sensitivity and Adaptation:
Decrease in sensitivity with age
Rapid adaptation of taste sensation
Role of Saliva in Taste:
Dissolution of tastants to reach receptors
Washing away the stimulus
Taste Preferences and Aversions:
Mechanisms behind taste preference and aversion
Influence of receptors and neural pathways
Impact of Sensory Nerve Damage:
Degeneration of taste buds if the sensory nerve fiber is cut
Abnormalities of Taste Detection:
Conditions: Ageusia, Hypogeusia, Dysgeusia (parageusia)
Causes: Nerve damage, neurological disorders, infections, poor oral hygiene, adverse drug effects, deficiencies, aging, tobacco use, altered neurotransmitter levels
Neurotransmitters and Taste Threshold:
Effects of serotonin (5-HT) and norepinephrine (NE) on taste sensitivity
Supertasters:
25% of the population with heightened sensitivity to taste, especially bitterness
Increased number of fungiform papillae
These lecture slides, by Dr Sidra Arshad, offer a quick overview of the physiological basis of a normal electrocardiogram.
Learning objectives:
1. Define an electrocardiogram (ECG) and electrocardiography
2. Describe how dipoles generated by the heart produce the waveforms of the ECG
3. Describe the components of a normal electrocardiogram of a typical bipolar lead (limb II)
4. Differentiate between intervals and segments
5. Enlist some common indications for obtaining an ECG
6. Describe the flow of current around the heart during the cardiac cycle
7. Discuss the placement and polarity of the leads of electrocardiograph
8. Describe the normal electrocardiograms recorded from the limb leads and explain the physiological basis of the different records that are obtained
9. Define mean electrical vector (axis) of the heart and give the normal range
10. Define the mean QRS vector
11. Describe the axes of leads (hexagonal reference system)
12. Comprehend the vectorial analysis of the normal ECG
13. Determine the mean electrical axis of the ventricular QRS and appreciate the mean axis deviation
14. Explain the concepts of current of injury, J point, and their significance
Study Resources:
1. Chapter 11, Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology, 14th edition
2. Chapter 9, Human Physiology - From Cells to Systems, Lauralee Sherwood, 9th edition
3. Chapter 29, Ganong’s Review of Medical Physiology, 26th edition
4. Electrocardiogram, StatPearls - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK549803/
5. ECG in Medical Practice by ABM Abdullah, 4th edition
6. Chapter 3, Cardiology Explained, https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK2214/
7. ECG Basics, http://www.nataliescasebook.com/tag/e-c-g-basics
2. INTRODUCTION
• Biopharmaceutical developer and manufacturer PnuVax creates vaccines for
communities around the world. PnuVax vaccines help reduce antibiotic
resistance and other common problems associated with vaccinations.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), one of the top-10
global health threats in 2019 is vaccine hesitancy. This hesitancy stems from
patients' concern for safety, health, and other vaccine effects, such as
allergic reactions.
However, allergies to vaccinations are exceedingly rare. Studies by the
United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have found that
33 patients out of 25 million have had a serious, life-threatening allergic
reaction to a vaccine.
It is believed that patients may have a vaccine allergy if they are allergic to
eggs or gelatin products. Gelatin is found in several common vaccines,
including measles, influenza, and rabies. Egg protein is contained in
vaccines for mumps and yellow fever.