Understanding Antimicrobial Self-Medication Practices in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands in India.

Background Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a growing global health concern, primarily driven by the irrational and excessive use of antimicrobials. Self-medication with antibiotics, often without a medical prescription, contributes significantly to the emergence of resistant bacteria strains. This study aims to assess the patterns of antimicrobial consumption and its role in the development of antibiotic resistance.

Practices Towards Energy Drink Consumption Among the Students of a Medical College in New Delhi, India.

Introduction: The consumption of energy drinks among adolescents and young adults is on the rise, driven by claims of enhanced energy and performance. However, many students consume these beverages without full awareness of their potential effects, making it a public health concern. This study aims to assess the prevalence and consumption patterns of energy drinks among medical college students in Delhi.

Exploring Patient Satisfaction and Determinants in Outpatient Services: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Background Patient satisfaction is a crucial metric for evaluating the quality of healthcare services, particularly in outpatient settings where first impressions significantly influence overall perceptions of care. In the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, geographic isolation and resource constraints present unique challenges to healthcare delivery, making the exploration of patient satisfaction essential for improving the quality of healthcare services. This study investigates satisfaction levels and their determinants among 1298 outpatients at a tertiary care hospital in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

Calorie- and Protein-Deficient Diets Despite Adequate Dietary Diversity among Pregnant Women in a Low-Income Urban Area in Delhi, India.

We interviewed 221 antenatal women in the second or third trimester of pregnancy attending a primary care antenatal clinic at a low-income area in Delhi, India, during 2019-20. The Minimum Dietary Diversity-Women (MDD-W) score for 10 food groups was calculated using the open recall method during a 24-h recall period. The median MDD-W score was 6 (IQR 4-7).