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Background: Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma (OSCC) is the predominant malignancy of the oral cavity, frequently associated with habits such as tobacco and alcohol usage. Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori), a known gastric pathogen, has been hypothesized to play a role in OSCC pathogenesis. Aim: To evaluate the association of H. pylori in OSCC using Real-time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR) on formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissue sections.

Joints are fundamental components of the human musculoskeletal system, enabling movement and providing stability. Their structural design and functional capacity play a crucial role in preventing injuries, especially during physical activities and sports. This paper examines the relationship between joint structure, movement mechanics, and injury prevention. It highlights how proper joint alignment, mobility, and neuromuscular coordination reduce the risk of musculoskeletal injuries.

Access to adequate water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) facilities is crucial for maintaining the health, dignity, and well-being of students in educational institutions. Nevertheless, numerous institutions continue to face challenges related to insufficient sanitation infrastructure, which disproportionately affects female students. This study investigates the state of sanitation and hygiene facilities and examines the daily experiences of female students at Amar Singh College in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir.

India possesses a rich heritage of medicinal plants traditionally used for the management of diabetes mellitus and associated oxidative stress. Chhattisgarh, known for its vast forest cover and tribal population, is particularly significant for its ethnomedicinal wealth. The present review aims to compile and critically analyze antidiabetic and antioxidant herbs found in India, with special reference to medicinal plants traditionally used in Chhattisgarh.

A study conducted to determine the effect of teaching using audio drama on knowledge regarding oral hygiene among visually impaired children of selected blind school in Palanpur. Material & Method: The Evaluative approach and pre- experimental one group pre testpost test design was adopted for this study. Non probability purposive sampling technique was used for sample selection. The data were collected from 30 visually impaired children. The study was conducted at smt.indumatirajnikantmehta ‘anandniketan’ School forthe Mentally Divyang, Palanpur.

Antibiotics play a significant role in both non-surgical and surgical periodontal therapy. However, with the rise of antimicrobial resistance, the necessity of prescribing antibiotics has become a topic of debate among many clinicians. This literature-based narrative review aims to assess the necessity of systemic antibiotics in periodontal surgical therapy. Administration of antibiotics in the prevention of postoperative infection in periodontal surgery is not justified in systemically healthy patients.

The study investigates the phytochemical profile of Terminalia arjuna bark (Commercially available powder) extracts prepared using two extraction methodssuch as Soxhlet extraction and cold macerationwith solvents of varying polarity (ethanol, methanol, ethyl acetate, hexane, and aqueous). Preliminary phytochemical screening was conducted to detect bioactive compounds. The results demonstrated that Soxhlet extraction enabled a wider recovery of phyto-constituents compared to cold maceration.

Introduction: Musculoskeletal pain (MSP) is a common occupational health issue in nursing due to physically demanding clinical tasks like manual patient handling, maintaining awkward postures, and prolonged standing. Student nurses are particularly vulnerable to work-related work-related musculoskeletal disorders.

Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) remains a significant human pathogen responsible for a wide spectrum of clinical manifestations, ranging from minor skin and soft tissue infections to life-threatening conditions such as pneumonia, endocarditis, and septicemia

Freshwater lakes serve as important ecological units supporting fish diversity and providing livelihood resources to local communities. The present investigation documents the ichthyofaunal composition of Pendur Lake, a man-made freshwater lake located in Malvan Taluka of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India. The lake covers an area of approximately 21 hectares with an average depth of about 4 m and is primarily utilized for irrigation.