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Proximate composition, phytochemical screening, GC-MS studies of biologically active cannabinoids and antimicrobial activities of Cannabis indica
Conclusions The findings of the study suggested that the existence of biologically active remedial cannabinoids in elevated concentrations and antimicrobial bioassays of C. indica make it a treasured source to be used in herbal preparation for various ailments. (Source: Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease)
Source: Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease - December 10, 2015 Category: Tropical Medicine Source Type: research

The effect of ketamine on the lipopolysaccharide-induced inflammation in in vitro culture of HUVEC
Conclusions In general, our results of human umbilical vein endothelial cells culture were supported by other researches related with the effect of ketamine in suppressing inflammatory effect induced by lipopolysaccharide. Ketamine could suppress inflammatory cytokines in all observation times. (Source: Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease)
Source: Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease - December 10, 2015 Category: Tropical Medicine Source Type: research

Evaluation and comparison of polyphenols and bioactivities of wild edible fruits of North-West Himalaya, India
Conclusions The abilities of Himalayan wild edible fruits to scavenge a variety of free radicals, inhibit enzymes causing skin-aging and skin-darkening are highly appreciable, suggesting their possible utilization for the development of effective formulations for general health maintenance and anti-aging, skin-whitening cosmetics. (Source: Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease)
Source: Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease - December 10, 2015 Category: Tropical Medicine Source Type: research

Impact of the carrier state by Theileria annulata on milk yield in Tunisian crossbred (Bos taurus) cattle
Conclusions Since T. annulata infection induces a small but persistent decrease of milk yield in T. annulata carrier cows, further studies are needed in a larger animal group to confirm and improve this estimation. (Source: Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease)
Source: Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease - December 10, 2015 Category: Tropical Medicine Source Type: research

Potential routes of transmission of an emerging hospital strain: Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli O169:HUT from Southern Thailand
Conclusions This is one of rare studies assessing the route of transmission of clinical ETEC through food and natural water in Thailand. Data clearly emphasized the potential routes of transmission of ETEC in this area. These findings will be of benefit for more appropriate prevention of massive losses by ETEC infection in Southern Thailand. (Source: Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease)
Source: Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease - December 10, 2015 Category: Tropical Medicine Source Type: research

Vitamin D plus calcium supplementation increased serum 25(OH)D on reproductive age women workers
Conclusions The average systolic blood pressure prior to supplementation of the VDC group was (128.5 ± 22.5) mmHg which was slightly lower than that of the VD group [(131.1 ± 18.0) mmHg]. (Source: Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease)
Source: Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease - December 10, 2015 Category: Tropical Medicine Source Type: research

Assessing dengue outbreak areas using vector surveillance in north east district, Penang Island, Malaysia
Conclusions This study provides useful data to be adapted in dengue vector management. It is very important to understand the fluctuation of vector population according to the seasonal activity, which can help us to improve our control programs. However, other factors might also contribute to the increment of dengue outbreak such as the number of available breeding sites, behavior of the vector against environmental factors and the cleanliness of the environment. (Source: Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease)
Source: Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease - December 10, 2015 Category: Tropical Medicine Source Type: research

Management of fever among under-fives and utility of malaria rapid diagnostic test under reduced malaria burden in Rufiji District, Southeastern Tanzania
Conclusions Use of mRDT reduced unnecessary antimalarial use by 71.5%. However, this had the potential for over prescribing an antibiotic for non-malarial fevers. The diagnostic performance of mRDT was still high despite decline in malaria burden. (Source: Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease)
Source: Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease - December 10, 2015 Category: Tropical Medicine Source Type: research

Traditional uses and pharmacological properties of Alhagi maurorum: A review
Publication date: November 2015 Source:Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease, Volume 5, Issue 11 Author(s): Nabeela Ahmad, Yamin Bibi, Saboon, Iqra Raza, Kulsoom Zahara, Saiba idrees, Nadia Khalid, Tasneem Bashir, Shaista Tabassum, Mudrikah Desert plants contain important phytochemicals which are cheap source of medicine for local communities. These phytochemicals are much better than synthetic medicine due to their harmless effect. Alhagi maurorum, belonging to family Leguminosae, is an highly branched spiny shrub which reaches up to 1.5 to 4 feets in height. Roots may reach up to the depth o...
Source: Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease - December 10, 2015 Category: Tropical Medicine Source Type: research

Pharmacognostic and clinical aspects of Cydonia oblonga: A review
Publication date: November 2015 Source:Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease, Volume 5, Issue 11 Author(s): Sidra Sabir, Rahmatullah Qureshi, Muhammad Arshad, Muhammad Shoaib Amjad, Sammer Fatima, Maria Masood, Saboon, Sunbal Khalil Chaudhari Cydonia oblonga Miller (C. oblonga) is considered as an important medicinal plant throughout the world. It is native to Mediterranean region and Central Asia having a long term history of medicinal and ethnobotanical use. C. oblonga is well known for its antidiabetic, antioxidant, antimicrobial, antiallergic, antihemolytic, aphrodisiac and UV protectant activ...
Source: Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease - December 10, 2015 Category: Tropical Medicine Source Type: research

Tuberculosis and HIV integration in sub-Saharan Africa
Publication date: November 2015 Source:Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease, Volume 5, Issue 11 Author(s): Gloria Akosua Ansa, Jerry Selase Sifa Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) has borne the greatest burden of the tuberculosis (TB) and HIV pandemics. In attempt to halt and reverse the situation, World Health Organization-inspired policies have been adopted by many countries. However, implementing these policies have seen limited success. And few studies have been conducted to ascertain the factors influencing interventions and their implementation. This review therefore sought to use comparative analysis to determine...
Source: Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease - December 10, 2015 Category: Tropical Medicine Source Type: research

Malaria in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands: Challenges and opportunities for elimination
Publication date: October 2015 Source:Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease, Volume 5, Issue 10 Author(s): Ittoop Pulikkottil Sunish, Ananganallur Nagarajan Shriram, Amitabh De, Paluru Vijayachari Malaria has been endemic to Andaman and Nicobar Archipelago for over a century. However, the cases were observed to decline during the past few years. Plasmodium vivax and Plasmodium falciparum are the predominant malaria causing parasites, but the occurrence of Plasmodium knowlesi has also been reported recently. Anopheles sundaicus is the incriminated vector of malaria parasites, and they breed both in fresh and...
Source: Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease - November 4, 2015 Category: Tropical Medicine Source Type: research

Korean MERS: A new cross continent emerging infectious disease
Publication date: October 2015 Source:Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease, Volume 5, Issue 10 Author(s): Somsri Wiwanitkit, Viroj Wiwanitkit Middle East respiratory syndrome is a new emerging infectious disease that was firstly detected in the Middle East. This disease can cause severe respiratory illness and was proved to be a coronavirus infection. The infection was firstly confined within the Middle East. However, the new emergence of this infection is in Korea and Korean Middle East respiratory syndrome becomes the new concern in public health. In this brief article, the authors discuss on this new cross ...
Source: Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease - November 4, 2015 Category: Tropical Medicine Source Type: research

Study of the inhibition effect of ethanolic extract of mangosteen pericarp on atherogenesis in hypercholesterolemic rat
Conclusions EEMP is an anti-inflammatory and antioxidant agent to inhibit atherogenesis in hypercholesterolemic rat. (Source: Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease)
Source: Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease - November 4, 2015 Category: Tropical Medicine Source Type: research

Identification of predisposing and risk factors associated with gastric lesions in pigs
Conclusions This study documents some factors that are contributory to the occurrence of gastric lesions in pigs in Southwestern Nigeria and identifies the need for improved animal welfare. (Source: Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease)
Source: Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease - November 4, 2015 Category: Tropical Medicine Source Type: research