Annals of King Edward Medical University

Special Issue on Women Health Annals of King Edward Medical University with Impact factor publication both in hardcopy as well as online. The special issue will be distributed to all participants of KEMUCON-23 in all sessions from 15th to 19th December especially in session on Women Health
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All authors, reviewers and members of the group "Women Leaders in Health" will also receive the special issue of Annals of King Edward Medical University
https://www.annalskemu.org/journal/index.php/annals/issue/view/141

University of Child Health Sciences, Lahore
King Edward Medical University Lahore
SPARK-Society of Prevention, Advocacy and Research, KEMU
King Edward Medical University Alumni
KEMCAANA
KEMCA UK

Awareness and Advocacy Campaigns

Dementia is a challenging condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It requires a multi-faceted approach involving medical care, support, and research to address its impact on individuals and society as a whole.

Dementia is a complex and progressive neurological condition characterized by a decline in cognitive abilities that interferes with daily life. It affects memory, thinking, reasoning, and behavior. Here are some key points about dementia discussion during Seminar on 28th September held at King Edward Medical University Lahore by Department ofNeurology:

1. Types of Dementia: Dementia is not a single disease but an umbrella term for various disorders. The most common type is Alzheimer's disease, followed by vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia, and frontotemporal dementia, among others.

2. Symptoms: Symptoms of dementia include memory loss, confusion, difficulty with communication, impaired judgment, personality changes, and a decline in the ability to perform everyday tasks.

3. Causes: Dementia can have multiple underlying causes. Alzheimer's disease is characterized by abnormal protein deposits in the brain. Vascular dementia results from reduced blood flow to the brain. Other forms of dementia may have genetic, environmental, or mixed causes.

4. Risk Factors: Advanced age is the greatest risk factor for dementia. Other risk factors include genetics, cardiovascular health, and lifestyle factors such as smoking, poor diet, and lack of physical and mental activity.

5. Diagnosis: Diagnosis typically involves a comprehensive assessment of a person's cognitive and functional abilities, along with medical history and imaging tests. Early diagnosis is crucial for better management and treatment planning.

6. Management: While there is no cure for most types of dementia, various interventions can help manage symptoms and improve the quality of life for individuals affected. These may include medication, cognitive rehabilitation, and support for caregivers.

7. Impact: Dementia not only affects the individual but also places a significant emotional and financial burden on caregivers and families. It can lead to social isolation and a reduced quality of life for both the person with dementia and their loved ones.

8. Research and Awareness: Ongoing research aims to better understand dementia and develop more effective treatments. Raising awareness about dementia is essential to reduce stigma and improve support systems for affected individuals and their families.

9. Care givers Mental health and Support Mechanisms are key to successful management strategy.

10. Students play important role as volunteers, and champions of the cause of Preventive Measures and Disability limitations for old age groups

SPARK-Society of Prevention, Advocacy and Research, KEMU

Editorial team and reviewers of Annals of KEMU

Very informative Workshop on Research methodology for the faculty members and postgraduate and undergraduate students in joint collaboration among different departments including Community Medicine, Psychiatry and Orthopaedic Department held today in King Edward Medical University.
Academic and research activities 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

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Department of Community Medicine, King Edward Medical University held a workshop on "Peer Review in Medical Writing" in collaboration with KE Alumni, KEMCAANA, KEMCA-UK and APPNA as part of Post-Symposium Workshops on the occasion of 42nd Annual International Scientific Symposium 2022.
The august gathering of experts, both in person and virtual, included Prof. Dr. Abdul Majeed Chaudhry, Founder Chief Editor, Annals of King Edward Medical University as Patron in Chief; Mr. Shaukat Ali Jawaid, Chief Editor, Pakistan Journal of Medical Sciences as Chief Guest and Dr. Tabinda Dugal, Chairperson KEMCA-UK as Guest of Honour. The eminent presence of the Vice Chancellor, KEMU, Prof. Dr. Mahmood Ayyaz as Patron of the workshop was a source of great encouragement to the participants and the organizing team.
The academic fraternity of Medical Education from various institutions across the country participated enthusiastically.
Prof. Dr. Saira Afzal presented a very descriptive overview of Journal of Annals of King Edward Medical University and said that the journal is present in many notable databases without utilizing any finances.
Prof. Dr. Saira Afzal requested Dr. Tabinda Dugal, Prof. Dr. M. Amjad and Prof. Dr. Munir Akhtar Saleemi to write a guest editorial for the upcoming issue of Annals of King Edward Medical University and recognised the outstanding services of KEMCA-UK for holding exclusive programs for the reviewers of Annals of King Edward Medical University.
Dr. Saira Tariq, Associate Professor, Department of Community Medicine, said that the entire team of Annals of KEMU has toiled day and night under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Saira Afzal taking it to the next level. She asserted that "Plagiarism" is inarguably the most significant form of scientific misconduct and severe breach of research integrity. Dr. Shahzad Saleem described how the online system of OJS works. Prof. Dr. Akhtar Sherin highlighted the importance of Peer Review in Medical Writing.
The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dr. Mahmood Ayyaz, mentioned that the foundation of scientific knowledge is trust and Peer Review is an integral component of this trust.
The need to instate a policy involving HEC for International Collaboration was emphasized and agreed upon by all members.
The Vice Chancellor concluded the workshop by awarding certificates to the best reviewers of Annals of King Edward Medical University and all participants.