GAJRC | Global Academic Journal of Medical Sciences

Journal Name:	Global Academic Journal of Medical Sciences
Abbr. Title:	Glob Acad J Med Sci
ISSN(Print):	2706-9036
ISSN(Online):	2707-2533
Frequency:	Bi-Monthly
Language:	English
Chief Editor:	Mohammed Ahamed Ahamed Abuelnour
Publisher:	Scholars Middle East Publishers
Country of Origin:	United Arab Emirates

Journal Name:

Global Academic Journal of Medical Sciences

Abbr. Title:

Glob Acad J Med Sci

ISSN(Print):

2706-9036

ISSN(Online):

2707-2533

Frequency:

Bi-Monthly

Language:

English

Chief Editor:

Mohammed Ahamed Ahamed Abuelnour

Publisher:

Scholars Middle East Publishers

Country of Origin:

United Arab Emirates

Oct. 22, 2025

Effect of Moringa Oleifera as a Natural Coagulant in Treatment of Water

Sudawa, R. H, Lurwan Mu'azu
Glob Acad J Med Sci, 2025; 7(5): 233-237
DOI : https://doi.org/10.36348/gajms.2025.v07i05.006

Background: Ischemic stroke remains a major global health concern, with notable disparities in outcomes between rural and urban population in South Asia. Regional resource distribution, care disparities and demographic factors may exacerbate rural mortality. Objective: This study aimed to asses ischemic stroke mortality and age based prevalence incidence in Peshawar, comparing rural and urban population survival and incidence. Methods: A retrospective cross sectional chart review was conducted at two tertiary care hospitals of Peshawar from August 2024 to February 2025. We evaluated adults greater than or equal to 18 years diagnosed with ischemic stroke. Data included demographics, co-morbidities, residential status and in-hospital mortality. SPSS v27.0 was used for descriptive analysis and inferential statistics (Chi-square, Fischer’s Exact Test), with p<0.05 as significance threshold; one-sided tests were applied for directional hypothesis. Results: Off 144 patients (mean age=64.3 ± 13 years; 54.2% males), 84.7% resided in Urban areas. Overall mortality was 18.8%. Rural mortality was nearly double that of Urban patients (31.8% vs. 16.4%; 0ne-sided p=0.084, two-sided p=0.133). Age-stratified analysis showed peak mortality at 91-100 years (66.7%). Conclusion: A clear trend towards higher rural ischemic stroke mortality emerged, underscoring the need for enhanced rural stroke services and policy reforms.

This community-based cross-sectional study investigated Peshawar people' attitudes of traffic noise as a cardiovascular risk factor. A total of 384 respondents, chosen via stratified random sampling, completed a validated questionnaire given to them in person. Descriptive statistics, chi-square tests, and t-tests were employed to evaluate demographic data and awareness levels. Bloom's cut-off criterion revealed that overall awareness was shockingly low, with only 1% of respondents displaying "good" knowledge, 18.8% having "neutral" knowledge, and 80.2% having "poor" knowledge. Residents in low-traffic areas demonstrated higher levels of awareness than those in high-traffic zones (50.8% vs. 42.1%, p < 0.001). High-traffic populations were at a significantly higher risk of cardiovascular morbidity (28.6% reported hypertension or heart disease vs. 10.4% in low-traffic zones, p < 0.001). These findings show a large knowledge gap about noise-related cardiovascular risks, especially among the most exposed individuals. The study underlines the urgent need for targeted public health campaigns, the integration of environmental health into cardiovascular preventative strategies, and stricter noise control policies to eliminate this underestimated but manageable risk factor in urban Pakistan.

Medical student perception of online learning resources within the medical curriculum were explored through a cross sectional study involving 384 participants from Peshawar. Results indicated widespread internet access and frequent use of online platforms with YouTube being the most preffered. Students reported positive perceptions regarding improved understanding, memorization and engagement compared to traditional text books and most would recommend these resources to peers. However significant challenges including difficulties in acquiring practical and clinical skills online, lack of motivation unreliable internet, electricity outages and affordability issues while infrastructural and pedagogical limitations hinder their effectiveness in skill based training. These findings highlights the need for balanced and hybrid educational approaches.

Sept. 24, 2025

ST-Segment Elevation in Lead aVR as a Predictor of Significant Left Main Coronary Artery

Dr. Fauzia Khan, Dr. Mohammad Ali, Dr. Mohamad Ali Bhuiyan, Dr. Sudhakar Sarkar
Glob Acad J Med Sci, 2025; 7(5): 211-216
DOI : https://doi.org/10.36348/gajms.2025.v07i05.002