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Factors influencing implementation of Body mass index in APF, nepal
(2023) Shrestha, Raj Kumar; Naresh Rimal
Obesity is an increasing health problem for developing countries like Nepal. Obesity can be
defined as a condition where fat has accumulated to such an extent that health is adversely
affected. There are several measures available in determining whether a person is obesity or
not. Body Mass Index (BMI) is one of the very popular and highly used measuring techniques
all around the world. A great number of studies have investigated factors related to obesity in
other but no research work has been conducted in APF, Nepal. This research is an attempt to
identify a model which shows the relationship between BMI and gender, food habit, unit environment, Smoking, alcohol habit, life style, leadership, stress, physical act ivities, intellectual capabilities and geographical location in APF, Nepal. As the initial stage of this study, a literature review was carried out to study about BMI. A conceptual model was developed by looking at the factors affecting person’s overweight or obesity in Nepali context. A mixed method was adopted. A Qualitative and Quantitative research approach was undertaken by means of structured open end and closed end questionnaires which were administered to a snowballing sample of 154 APF personnel of APF, Nepal. The data were collected through the primary sources by survey, interview and KII and secondary sources. It was analyzed using both descriptive and Analytical way. Data analysis was tested using the chi-squared test and cross-tabulation by using SPSS software.
The findings show a significant association among a number of factors, overweight and obesity in APF, Nepal. The finding shows that gender, food habit, unit environment, Smoking, alcohol habit, life style, leadership, stress, physical activities, intelligence capabilities and geographical location affects the BMI. Also it concluded that healthy life style, balance and routing diet, physically active life, good unit environment, constrictive and creative leadership, avoiding smoking and taking alcohol daily, transfer system of
organization, avoiding stress and increase the horizon of knowledge are effective measures to maintain normal BMI.
Keywords: Obesity, Normal weight, Overweight, Underweight, Body Mass Index, APF,
Nepal.
Earthquake preparedness of Jayaprithivi municipality, Bajhang
(2023) Shahi, Lal Bahadur; Ramesh Raj Kunwar
Earthquakes pose a significant threat to communities worldwide, and Nepal, located in a
seismically active region, is particularly vulnerable. The Sudurpaschim Province of Nepal, with its unique geographical and socio economic characteristics, requires specific attention to earthquake preparedness. This research aims to examine the current level of earthquake preparedness in the Jayaprithivi Muncipality of Bajhang and proposes risk reduction measures for enhancing earthquake preparedness in the Bajhang District of Nepal. Using a qualitative methodology, the study employed in-depth interviews, focus group
discussions, and observations to gather rich and nuanced data. Key stakeholders, including community members, local leaders, government officials, and experts in disaster management, engaged to gain diverse perspectives on earthquake preparedness. The research began by investigating the perceptions and knowledge of earthquake risks among residents in the Jayaprithivi Municipality, Bajhang. Through interviews and focus group discussions, participants' awareness, understanding, and experiences related to earthquakes was explored. Community level participants in disaster preparedness activities seen very low and people are not interested to participate without any allowances. Local level disaster management committee is not fully function and community level awareness program were not conducted regularly. Level of earthquake preparedness was only depending on securities forces and there is not sufficient equipment and emergency stocks in the districtheadquarters. People have less understanding about structural and non-structural preventive measures, they don't have any disaster plan, and some people have the knowledge about drag, cover and hold on method.
The findings of this qualitative study will contribute to the understanding of earthquake preparedness in the context of the Jayaprithivi Municipality, Bajhang. By exploring the perspectives and experiences of the local population and stakeholders, the research aims to provide valuable insights for policymakers, practitioners, and community leaders.
Keywords: earthquake, Jayaprithivi, preparedness, community, preventive measures.
Knowledge and Practice of Safe Motherhood among Sherpa Women
(2021) Rai, Bandana; Bishnu G.C.
The knowledge and practice of safe motherhood among Sherpa women is a representative philosophy of reality. The main focus of this study is to find out the knowledge and practice of Sherpa women in antenatal care, to identify the knowledge of maternity care and to analyze the knowledge and practice of maternity care in Sherpa women. This study excelled in quantitative descriptive types. According to the 2068 census, the total population of this municipality is 8989. This study area belongs to Khumbu Pasang Lhamu village municipality of Solukhumbu district. There are only married women in the age group of 15 to 49 years in Lhamu village municipality ward no. 5 have been selected. A total of 150 married women were selected as respondents for the study. Questionnaires were the main tool for data collection. Based on the research, it has been concluded that the knowledge and practice of safe motherhood in Sherpa women is satisfactory. The vaccination of mother and child was satisfactory. It has been found that the pregnant woman was taken to the health post saying that she was pregnant for a long time. This may be the solution to the problem that women face during childbirth. Most women have seen their baby's navel cut satisfactorily at home or elsewhere. Most pregnant mothers breastfeed their newborn for only two years. Parents were found to have fed the most popular food for
weaning. It has been found that most of the women are involved in hotel business. Most women had problems with vomiting, constipation, and vaginal bleeding. After delivery, most respondents participated in vaccination and vitamin days. If a woman gives birth to a normal child, the normal house opens. Most women have
been found to use temporary contraceptives. Women in the age group of 20 to 24 years were found to have gone to the maternity hospital. It helps in birth control. The overall practice of those responsible for safe motherhood was adequate and needed to be improved through public awareness and access to health care. Also, culture plays an important role in this regard. Therefore, changing economic listing and unscientific
cultural practices is necessary to promote safe motherhood behavior. This community should be supported in safe motherhood, prenatal and postnatal care services. Fearing the Himalayan district, it would have been better to run a safe delivery program for women in this place.