A Health Needs Assessment of Arab-Americans in the Washington, DC Area

Although Arab-Americans often face various health challenges due to the stress associated with immigration, cultural conflict in the U.S., and limited knowledge of the complex U.S. health system, there is a paucity of research examining health risks and behaviors among this ethnic group. This cross-sectional study assessed the health needs among Arabs living in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. Participants were recruited to take the survey online, reporting on health care access and utilization, risk behaviors, and health status. It also measured for associations between reported depression, discrimination, acculturation, and health. Quantitative analysis showed correlations between age and current tobacco use, however no differences between men and women. Depression was significantly correlated with gender, age, and place of birth. Men were more likely to report having diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension than women. Results suggest that health promotion programs for Arabs in the DC area may help reduce health risks

E-cordial Labeling for Cartesian Product of Some Graphs

We investigate E-cordial labeling for some cartesian product of graphs. We prove that the graphs Kn × P2 and Pn × P2 are E-cordial for n even while Wn × P2 andK1,n × P2 are E-cordial for n odd. Key words: E-Cordial labeling; Edge graceful labeling; Cartesian produc

Ayurveda Perspectives on Bhagna and its Management through Shalyatantra: A Review

The fracture is condition associated with injury of bones and joints, in Ayurveda it is termed as "Bhagna". The condition characterizes as break in movements/continuity of bones. There are two types of Bhagna i.e.; Sandhimukta and Kandabhagna, Sandhimukta can be correlated with dislocation while Kandabhagna means bony fracture. The Bhagna may occurs due to the nature of injury like physical trauma, accidents, slip, pressure bearing, excessive movements and bites of animals having hard teeth, etc. The Bhagna mainly occurs at two places Sandhi (joints) and Asandhi (other places except joints). Broadly Ayurveda described twelve types of fractures including Karaktaka, Ashvakarna, Churnita, Pichhita, Asthichhallita, Kandabhagna, Majjanugata, Atipaatita, Vakra, Chinna, Paatita and Sphutita. Ayurveda described many approaches for treating Bhagna such as; Lepana, Bandhana, Parisechana, Pradeha and Sandhi / Bhagna Sthaapana, etc. Present article summarizes various aspects of Bhagna and its Ayurveda management

Pleomorphic adenoma of the parotid gland: Report of a case with review of literature

BACKGROUND: Pleomorphic adenomas are benign salivary gland tumors, which predominantly affect the superficial lobe of the parotid gland. The “pleomorphic” nature of the tumor can be explained on the basis of its epithelial and connective tissue origin. The tumor has a female predilection between 30-50 years of age. Slowly progressing asymptomatic swelling is the usual presentation of the tumor. Surgical excision of the tumor mass forms the mainstay of treatment, with utmost care taken to preserve the facial nerve.CASE DETAILS: This case report aims to throw light on an interesting case of pleomorphic adenoma of the parotid gland in a 50 years old female patient. The patient presented with a slowly progressing asymptomatic swelling on the left side of the face. There is also a special emphasis to a detailed review of literature.CONCLUSION: Salivary gland neoplasms can occur at any site where salivary tissue is present. Pleomorphic adenoma is the commonest salivary gland tumor characterized by diverse histomorphological features. Early diagnosis and treatment plan entails thorough history taking, clinical examination, coupled with radiographic and histopathological findings.KEYWORDS: Benign salivary gland tumors, Pleomorphic adenomas, Parotidectom