Mormugao Inbox Vol 4 Issue 5

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Time To Give Back: For the Love of Nature!By Jude Fernandes

MY VOICE MATTERS

World Environment Day is celebrated every year on 5th June. That being said, our concern for nature shouldn’t be limited to just one day! We must work for a cleaner future, not just hope for it! How can we express our gratitude to the planet that has given us so much? The youth of Vasco were eager to share their views:

Our relation with the environment should involve receiving as well as giving back, not a one-way transaction. Nature creates and sustains life. Besides, it serves a therapeutic purpose. Preserving our biodiversity is not a privilege but our obligation. In our humble capacity, we need to be more responsible in terms of how we derive, use and dispose resources. Many suggestions have been offered. Now, more than ever, let us adopt them with consistency.

Since birth, we grow up with sunshine in the lap of nature. Fresh air to breathe, pure water to drink, healthy food to consume… but do we take our resources for granted? From survival to comfort and convenience, we depend on the environment. The question is, what do we give back in return? Each day, we can dedicate some time from our schedule to maintain cleanliness in our neighbourhood. Switching to alternate modes of transport would help in saving fuel and reducing pollution. Simple but regular steps go a long way in paying back to the planet that has blessed us with so much!

‘As a passionate environmentalist and Goan, I am of the opinion that forests and fragile ecosystems are our most valuable treasure. Goa’s greatest cash cow for its tourism sector is ecotourism, because Goa is blessed with dense and diverse wildlife sanctuaries. This Environment Day, a few ways that we and the stewards of our state can give back include: Planning infrastructure and development projects sustainably without causing harm to our natural wealth Prohibition of concrete-based development in/around wildlife sanctuaries and pristine beaches Replenishing trees that were felled for construction purposes’

Who doesn’t love the sight of green leaves dancing to the tune of the wind? Well, I believe it’s our responsibility to save Planet Earth not only by planting new trees, but also maintaining the aged ones. We must say no to plastic. Strict action must be taken against those who dump garbage by the roadside. When mega-projects are undertaken, the government needs to ensure their damage to nature is minimized. Global warming is gradually taking its toll on our health. Let us pledge for a sustainable future ahead! It’s high time to boost the abundance of oxygen and other vital resources.’

Infertility To Motherhood with IVF

A Journey with right companion and support

By: Dr Mayur Pai (Consultant Infertility, Obstetrics and Gynaecology Pai Hospital, Vasco)

What is Infertility?? What are the treatments for Infertility??

These are some of an important question asked by many couples trying hard for pregnancy. Undoubtedly This is also one of the frequently asked questions on Google as many couple hesitate to speak openly about infertility or conceiving issues leading to misunderstandings in their relationships . This article is a brief introduction to infertility and its treatments.

What is infertility?

Infertility is failure to conceive within one or more years of regular unprotected sexual relation. Primary Infertility refers to those patients who nave never conceived. Secondary Infertility refers to those patients who have become pregnant before but now have difficulty in conceiving at present.

When should a couple visit the infertility doctor?

As per statistics, 80% of the couples can achieve pregnancy in one year of marriage if they keep trying. Of the remaining 20%, 10% will conceive spontaneously in the second year. About 10% Of the couples will remain Infertile by the end or the second year. A few recent statistics say that the incidence of infertility is increasing in recent years. In spite of the above statistics, a couple may visit the infertility doctor if a pregnancy is desired early. A couple in which a partner is above the age of 35 years, should visit the infertility doctor if they do not have conception within 6 months of trying. In case of repeated miscarriages, couples should seek help early. If a couple has done infertility investigations by self in any lab and the results are not normal or show decreased fertility , couple may seek help earlier than one year.

Investigations and Role of Husband:

There are the different tests that the doctor does to diagnose the cause of infertility. Chlamydia test, Ultrasound scan ,Sperm test ,Hormone tests, Hysterosalpingogram, Laparoscopy, Hysteroscopy and Cervical mucus test . These tests will help the doctor decide which treatment might work best in that particular couple. There is a myth that only the woman is the cause for infertility and hence she should be the only target of treatment. This is not true. In up to 30% cases, the cause is the male factor. In infertility evaluation, a couple constitutes a biological unit and therefore, investigations of both partners individually and collectively is essential to plan a rational approach to treatment. This also ensures couple counseling and improves success rates.

What are the routine tests that a doctor will do?

The usual basic investigation protocol includes blood and urine tests for both husband and wife, semen analysis for husband and ultrasound for wife. As per the individual needs of the couple, the doctor may need added studies like tubal patency tests and diagnostic endoscopy for the wife and further testing of husband. The investigations are tailor made as per the clinical diagnosis of the infertility doctor.

A basic idea of the treatments in infertility. Only the most common treatments are discussed here. Ovulation induction (Ol): This is the back bone of infertility treatment. Here, some medicines are given to the woman to produce eggs. The progress of the eggs' growth is monitored by a special ultrasound scan called a follicular study or folliculometry. Once the eggs become sufficiently mature, the doctor usually gives an injection to trigger egg release or ovulation. The doctor then counsels the couple about the most fertile days. The couple is advised intercourse on those days.

Intra uterine insemination (IUI): Ovulation induction may be combined with |UI. IUl is a procedure that involves placing sperm inside a woman's uterus to facilitate fertilization of egg. The goal of IUI is to increase the number of sperms that reach the fallopian tubes and subsequently increase the chance of fertilization. This procedure further increases the couple's chance of conception.

In vitro fertilization (IVF): This is commonly called test tube baby treatment. This is one of the major treatments of infertility and is done when other treatments have failed. IVF is a process by which an egg is fertilized by sperm outside the body. This fertilized egg is further matured to form an embryo (an early development stage of baby). This embryo is transferred into the woman's uterus. There are a few uncommon treatments which are not discussed here.

What are the success rates?

The success rates vary as per the diagnosis, couple's age and type of treatment offered. Typically success rates vary from 10 to 30% in most centers. These rates are now going up with newer techniques in reproductive technology

Useful information for early conception.

Timing: The most fertile time of a woman is between day 10 to day 20 of her menstrual cycle. During these days, a regular intercourse improves pregnancy rates markedly.

Diet: Have plenty of water to drink (2 to 3 L per day). Avoid high fat and high starch foods. A balanced diet which also includes fruits and vegetables helps to keep excess weight under control.

Lifestyle: Avoid alcohol and tobacco. Avoid hot temperatures. Regular exercise like walking helps in keeping weight under control. Couples doing exercise as a pair tend to remain healthy. Keep stress and anxiety away. Always feel free to contact an infertility specialist for expert opinion.

To Know More About Women‘s Health related topics Emailmayurpaiobg@gmail.com / Contact: Dr.Mayur Pai-7798973345

ARZ Launch ‘WISH’ an initiative for dignified life

The ARZ in association with Goa Police, Department of Women & Child Development, and Office of the Sub-Divisional Magistrate has been actively involved in Rescue, Rehabilitation, Reintegration and Repatriation of the victims of sex trafficking in Goa. In 2006, the ARZ had set up a mechanised laundry unit, Swift Wash, to provide employment to the victims of sex trafficking.

The Anyay Rahit Zindagi (ARZ) has started a Paper Products Production Unit for the economic betterment of ex-sex workers. Approximately, 15 ex-sex workers are enrolled with ARZ. The aim of the unit will be to provide financial stability to the workers and their families. The Director of ARZ, Mr. Arun Pandey mentioned “we were running a laundry to rehabilitate the Baina sex workers since 15 years. In that process, we were dependent mostly on hotel industries. But, during the pandemic we faced lot of issues and the unit had to be closed down as we were not getting customers. So, we have now come up with the idea of Paper Products Production, which is an independent business.”

“We are now looking forward to the society at large and Vascoiates particularly to purchase our products and we will give them factory price in return. This initiative needs a lot of support from the people.”

Arun Pandey , Director of ARZ

S M A L L B I T E , B I G T H R E A T ! ! !

DENGUE, A VECTOR-BORNE DISEASE IS GRABBING A LOT OF ATTENTION THESE DAYS DUE TO ITS INCREASING PREVALENCE IN AND AROUND THE CITY. AS PER THE STATISTICS PUBLISHED BY THE NATIONAL CENTRE FOR VECTOR BORNE DISEASE CONTROL, THE NUMBER OF CASES IN GOA HAS RISEN FROM 293 IN 2015 TO 649 CASES IN 2021, 2019 HAVING THE HIGHEST NUMBER OF 992 CASES.

How is it spread? Four days after being bit by an infected Aedes aegypti mosquito, a person usually develops a condition in which there is a high level of the dengue virus in the blood. It lasts for approximately five days, but can last as long as twelve days. The mosquitoes that spread dengue bite during the day, especially during early morning and late afternoon hours. Dengue fever is not contagious, so it can't spread directly from person to person. Directorate of Health Services under National Vector Borne Diseases Control Programme has adopted preventive measures to restrict dengue virus transmission in the state. Awareness programs are currently been held by the Panchayat and the Primary Health Centres to educate the people before the onset of monsoons. The most common symptoms to Dengue are fever, severe headache, pain behind the eyes, muscle and joint pains, nausea, vomiting, swollen glands and rash.mu Early detection of disease progression associated with severe dengue, and access to proper medical care lowers fatality rates of severe dengue. Like every other disease, dengue is both mild and severe. If you get the proper treatment in the initial phase, you won’t be severely affected by the condition. But, late interruption may lead to complications like breathing difficulty, internal bleeding, liver failure, etc.

Dr Rajendra Kanekar , General Medicine at Vida Clinics and Epidemiologist at the Directorate of Health Services

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EDMUND RICE CUP BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT ORGANIZED BY REGINA MUNDI BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION

Edmund Rice Cup Basketball tournament organized by Regina Mundi Basketball Association (RBA). 13 teams participated in the knockout style tournament. RBA also organized an exhibition women's game played between InfiKnights, Panjim and Sonics, Porvorim. In the final, The Sonics Basketball club, Porvorim, emerged victorious over the YMCA Knights 47 – 31.The chief guest gave away all prizes. Br. Sebastian George, the headmaster of Regina Mundi School.

MORMUGAO MLA SANKALP AMONKAR FILES CRIMINAL COMPLAIN AGAINST ADANI COMPANY.

Mormugao MLA Sankalp Amonkar on Wednesday filed a complaint against the Indian Oil Adani Gas Pvt Ltd for damaging the electricity cables, and water supply pipelines and for damaging the roads causing immense hardships to citizens in the port town. After filing his complaint, Amonkar said that the company's failure to take all precautions caused power outages for nearly 22 hours and restricted water supply to people for two days. The F L Gomes Road, Vasco also caved in due to the negligence of the contractor.in

VASCO FISH VENDORS SIGN MOU TO SHIFT TO TEMPO- RARY SHED , NEW PREMISES TO BE CONSTRUCTED WITHIN 18 MONTHS .

A group of vendors from the Vasco fish market signed a MoU with the MMC. As per the MoU, the vendors will be shifted to a new temporary shed to facilitate the construction of the new fish market, which will be completed within 18 months. Fr Fernandes said that on Wednesday they discussed other issues like provision of water supply, toilet facilities and a rest room. They also requested the Mormugao Municipal Council to provide security to fish vendors at the temporary place.

TOURISM MINISTER ROHAN KHAUNTE INSPECTS MAIMOLLEM LAKE AND BAINA BEACH ALONG WITH MLA KRISHNA SALKAR

Tourism minister Rohan Khaunte inspected and stated the Baina beach in Vasco has the potential to be developed into a model beach in South Goa and that the government could work on it after taking all stakeholders into consideration Khaunte along with Vasco MLA Krishna Salkar inspected the Baina beach and Maimolem lake and it was decided to develop both as tourist attractions with proper amenities.Salkar urged Khaunte to develop Baina beach as a model beach in South Goa.