Month Of October Research Articles

Efficiency of exogenous zinc sulfate application reduced fruit drop and improved antioxidant activity of 'Kinnow' mandarin fruit.

Kinnow' mandarin (Citrus nobilis L.× Citrus deliciosa T.) is an important marketable fruit of the world. It is mainstay of citrus industry in Pakistan, having great export potential. But out of total production of the country only 10% of the produce meets the international quality standard for export. Pre-harvest fruit drop and poor fruit quality could be associated with various issues including the plant nutrition. Most of the farmers do not pay attention to the supply of micro nutrients which are already deficient in the soil. Furthermore, their mobility within plants is also a question. Zinc (Zn) is amongst those micronutrients which affect the quality and postharvest life of the fruit and its deficiency in Pakistani soils is already reported by many researchers. Therefore, this study was carried out to evaluate the influence of pre-harvest applications of zinc sulfate (ZnSO4; 0, 0.4%, 0.6% or 0.8%) on pre-harvest fruit drop, yield and fruit quality of 'Kinnow' mandarin at harvest. The treatments were applied during the month of October i.e. 4 months prior to harvest. The applied Zn sprays had significant effect on yield and quality of the "Kinnow" fruit. Amongst different foliar applications of ZnSO4applied four months before harvest, 0.6% ZnSO4 significantly reduced pre-harvest fruit drop (10.08%) as compared to untreated control trees (46.45%). Similarly, the maximum number of fruits harvested per tree (627), fruit weight (192.9 g), juice percentage (42.2%), total soluble solids (9.5 °Brix), ascorbic acid content (35.5 mg 100 g-1) and sugar contents (17.4) were also found significantly higher with 0.6% ZnSO4 treatment as compared to rest of treatments and control. Foliar application of 0.6% ZnSO4 also significantly improved total antioxidants (TAO) and total phenolic contents (TPC) in fruit. In conclusion, foliar spray of ZnSO4 (0.6%) four months prior to harvest reduced pre-harvest fruit drop, increase yield with improved quality of 'Kinnow' mandarin fruit.

Routine Immunization Uptake During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Cross- Sectional Study at an Urban Health Training Centre in Sangli District

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has strained the health systems, resulting in around 25 million childrenmissing out on immunization in the year 2021 globally with a sustained drop since 2020. Our study aimed toestimate the proportions of delayed and missed routine immunization with respect to the COVID-19 pandemic,among beneficiaries at an Urban Health Training Centre (UHTC) in Sangli district.Methodology: A cross-sectional observational study was conducted at the immunization clinic of a UHTC in Sanglidistrict, among beneficiaries that availed services of routine immunization & six-monthly vitamin A dose duringthe month of October 2022 at the center. Study participants were enrolled following predefined inclusion andexclusion criteria. Data on the complete vaccination status of each participant was collected from the vaccinationcards and details of delayed & missed immunization were analyzed and statistical tests applied.Results: 548 beneficiaries were included in the study. Among them, 196 beneficiaries had at least one vaccine dose thatwas missed and 295 of them had at least one vaccine that was delayed. 352 of them, i.e. 64% of the study participantsreceived all age-appropriate vaccination. There was a statistically significant increase in delayed immunizationduring the COVID-19 pandemic from 32% to 60% & missed immunization increased from 11% to 43%.Conclusion: Immunization services have been disrupted severely during the pandemic, putting children at riskfor vaccine-preventable diseases. Disrupted vaccination peaked during the peak of the pandemic. There is anurgent need to intensify efforts for catch-up vaccination to address backsliding on routine immunization.

Analysis of mathematical models to estimate erosivity

The main cause of soil degradation in humid tropical and subtropical environments is water erosion, characterized by being the most important in Brazil. The main factors that determine soil losses by water erosion are erosivity, erodibility, topography, soil use and management and conservationist practices. Proper conservation planning requires knowledge of the factors that influence local erosion. The quantification of soil losses due to water erosion helps to define management techniques and conservation practices appropriate for each province. The municipality of Rio Largo - AL, is located in the metropolitan region of Maceió, within the physiographic region of the Coastal Tablelands. The objective of this work was to determine the erosivity of rainfall for the municipality of Rio Largo - AL, through rainfall data from 1963 to 2015. These data were tabulated to calculate rainfall, coefficient and its relationship with erosivity using six equations. The average annual rainfall calculated was 1800 mm for the observation period of 52 years, showing a wide variation in rainfall distribution, with the rainy season concentrated in the months of April to August. The computed average annual erosivity index was 3761 MJ mm ha-1 h-1 year-1, ranging from 312 to 7211 MJ mm ha-1 h-1 year-1. The months of May, June and July correspond to the most critical period in relation to the erosive potential of the rains and the months of October, November and December are the least critical.

Evaluation of physico-chemical parameters and heavy metal concentrations in muscles of Synodontis courteti and Mormyrus macrophthalmus from lower River Benue, Ibi, Taraba, Nigeria

Heavy metals concentrations in muscles of Synodontis courteti and Mormyrus macrophthalmus from lower River Benue, Ibi, Taraba state was examined. The heavy metals concentration in the species under consideration was studied with atomic absorption spectrophotometer (AAS). Bulk Model 210VGP scientific equipment. Results obtained confirmed the occurrence and levels of the following heavy metals (lead (Pb), cadmium (Cd), chromium (Cr), copper (Cu), manganese (Mn), zinc (Zn) in muscles of the two commercially important species investigated. Recorded values of heavy metals in muscles of S. courteti and M. macrophthalmus overtime showed the metal concentrations ranking profile Pb >Cd >Cr >Cu >Zn > Mn were higher for S. courteti than M. macrophthalmus. Cadmium (Cd) and Chromium (Cr) showed variation (p>0.05) in concentrations for both species November and December, exception of October. Heavy metal concentration of M. macrophthalmus showed less variation with location (p, Mn>, Pb>, Cu>, Cd>, Cr. Between location upstream and downstream. However all values recorded for the metals were within safe limit The levels of Pb, Cr, Cd, Cu, Mn, Zn in the Muscles of the species studied were below WHO/FAO and FEPA recommended limits in fish and fishery products. Lead (Pb) values was low throughout the study period in both species except for the month of October which was higher downstream. Though Pb, Cd and Cr Values was within the permissible limits recommended by FAO and FEPA for fish/fisheries products. This study also reported on some physico-chemical parameter of importance (temperature, pH, D.O., Electrical conductivity (EC) and TDS,) and they were found to be within acceptable levels for sustainable fish survival and growth. The need for continuous monitoring and conservation of the fish and fisheries resources of lower River Benue waters and the heavy metals content therein cannot be overemphasize.

Organic Matter Removal Performance of Enhanced Sewer Self-purification by Porous Media Treating Domestic Wastewater under Various Temperatures

The organic matter removal performance of a channel for enhanced sewer self-purification by porous media was investigated. The effect of temperature, within a range of about 10 to 28°C, on aerobic organic matter degradation was focused on, using real domestic wastewater as influent. A channel was observed for 96 days between the months of October to December, via a mass balance approach. Mass balance analysis revealed that organic matter removal mostly occurred via oxidation and that organic matter retention inside the channel was minimal. Using the oxygen consumption rate as a measure of organic matter removal, the evaluated removal performance was between 6.4–33.4 g O2 m−2 d−1 expressed per area of porous sponge media. Oxygen consumption rates were observed to increase with increased temperature of the porous sponge media and was not affected by fluctuations in organic loading. The results highlighted that enhanced sewer self-purification by porous media is anticipated to perform well in regions with average temperatures above 20°C.

Monitoring health and health behaviors among adolescents in Central Catalonia: DESKcohort protocol

The objective of the prospective cohort study (the DESKcohort project) is to describe and monitor health, health behaviors, and their related factors among 12 and 19-year-old adolescents schooled at centers of Compulsory Secondary Education or post-compulsory secondary education in Central Catalonia, considering social determinants of health. The DESKcohort survey is administered biannually between the months of October and June, and the project has been running for three years. We have interviewed 7319 and 9265 adolescents in the academic years 2019/20 and 2021/22, respectively. They responded a questionnaire created by a committee of experts, that included the following variables: sociodemographic factors, physical and mental health, food, physical activity, leisure and mobility, substance use, interpersonal relationships, sexuality, screen use and digital entertainment, and gambling. The results are presented to educational centers, county councils, municipalities, and health and third sector entities to plan, implement, and evaluate prevention and health promotion actions that address the identified needs.

Study on Long Term Trend Analysis on Occurrence of Dew at Raipur

The present study on long term trend analysis on occurrence of dew was conducted during the 2022 year for long term data analysis of dew for the period 1991-2020 recorded at the Agro- meteorological Observatory, Research Area of Department of Agricultural Meteorology, Indira Gandhi krishi Vishwavidyalaya, Raipur, India. Based on study, daily dew observations were taken and converted into monthly and yearly dew observations. From the study, it was observed that there was significant decrease in dew amounts during the month of October, November and December. In addition to it, dew days of December month were found to be significantly decreasing. In yearly observation dew days found non-significant change and dew amount was found to be significantly decreasing. Correlation between dew amount and dew days has been tried and it was found that there exists the relationship between dew days and dew amount. In January, February, March, April, September and December months, there was positive correlation between dew days and dew amount. This indicates that if number of dew days increase, dew amount also increases. October and November months are having non-significant values. In November month, there is negative correlation coefficient because of the fact that in this month on increase of dew days, there is visual observation of dew amount decrease, though it is non-significant.

Economics of Smallholder Animal Husbandry in Lalitpur District of Nepal

Livestock farming which contributes 11 percent of the total GDP and 32 percent of agriculture GDP is mostly managed by farm household and small enterprise in Nepal. The study aims to analyze the economic rationale of livestock holding using the benefit-cost ratio of livestock farming by the household level and to assess the determinants of dairy cattle herd size in small farm households. The study was conducted in Dalchoki, a ward of Konjyosom rural municipality of Lalitpur district in the months of October and November, 2016. Structured questionnaires were used to collect data from 178 households using census method following the inclusion criteria as least five goat or a cow or a buffalo. Cost items included feeding cost, livestock purchasing cost, labour cost, insemination, veterinary cost, shed and equipment cost whereas benefit items consisted value of milk, live animal and meat and egg, draught power, value of manure among others. Linear regression was employed to examine the determinants of dairy cattle herd size. The results showed positive net benefit from animal husbandry with labor cost excluded and negative net benefit with labour cost included. The regression results showed that landholding size, remittance, net benefit, ethnicity and economically active family members have positive effect in determining size of the number of dairy cattle.

Clinical and Demographic Profile of Covid-19 Infected Pregnant Women admitted in Obstetric Ward

Aims: To evaluate the severity of the infection among pregnant women in an urban area of Nepal during the first surge in COVID-19 cases in Nepal in the year 2020.
 Methods: This is a retrospective and descriptive study carried out at Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology in Kathmandu Medical College, Kathmandu, Nepal, from August 2020 to January 2021. All the Covid infected pregnant women admitted in Obstetric ward for various presenting symptoms were included.
 Results: Among 52 Covid-19 positive pregnant women admitted for various obstetrical and medical complaints, 90.38% were asymptomatic at the time of admission. Those who were symptomatic (9.61%) had mild form of infection. Majority of infected women were admitted in the month of October and November with most common presentation being women in labour (48.07 %).
 Conclusions: Pregnant women with SARS Covid-19 infection has no greater threat to their health.

Distributions of Phytophagous Syrphidae (Diptera) Species of the Lakes Region of Turkey

This study was carried out by visiting the designated areas at least twice between the months of April and October of each year between 2014 and 2016 to determine the phytophagous Syrphidae species in Antalya (Korkuteli), Afyonkarahisar (Dazkırı, Dinar), Burdur, Isparta (all districts), and Konya (Beyşehir) located within the borders of the Lakes Region. Adult syrphid individuals were collected from trees, shrubs, and herbaceous plants using sweep-net and mouth aspirator from agricultural areas, uncultivated lands and forest areas rich in vegetation and flowering plants in 46 different sampling points. As a result of the study, a total of 48 phytophagous species belonging to the genera Cheilosia (7), Eumerus (13) and Merodon (28) were found. Merodon nigritarsis (17 %), Merodon aff. bessarabicus (8 %), Merodon spinitarsis (6,25 %), Eumerus bicornis (6,16 %), Merodon crassifemoris (6,16 %) Merodon italicus (5,5 %), Merodon avidus (5 %), Cheilosia soror (3.2 %) and Merodon alagoezicus (2,6 %) were determined as the most abundant and common species.

Lesion analysis of forensic autopsies of violent traffic deaths at HOGIP over a two-year period

The violence of road accidents leads to frequent and particularly complex deaths requiring the intervention of forensic medicine. The objective of this study is to determine, with the help of autopsies, the socio-demographic profile, the exact causes and modes of death of traffic accident victims. Materials and methods: This is a retrospective study based on data collected from court requisitions, autopsy reports and registers of the General Hospital Idrissa Pouye of Grand Yoff in Dakar from January 1, 2020 to December 31, 2021. Results: The gender distribution of the present study showed a higher proportion of males (74%) compared to females (26%). The distribution of traffic fatalities shows 2 peaks, between the age groups of 15-30 years and 31-45 years. Our study shows that the majority of fatal road traffic accidents occur in rural areas. In our study, we found varied monthly peaks with virtually the same rates in the months of February, May, June, September and October. In the present study, polytraumatic injuries were responsible for 35% of the deaths followed by head injuries at 25%, i.e. a total of 60% of deaths.Lesions with neurological complications (14%), infectious complications (11%), internal bleeding (11%) and external bleeding (4%) were responsible for the deaths. Conclusion: Traffic accidents, with their exponential number of deaths, constitute a real public health problem. The knowledge of the modes of these accidental deaths and fatal injuries, especially in young people, is possible thanks to the contribution of the medicolegal autopsy.

SCREENING OF AFRICAN AND FRENCH MARIGOLD GERMPLASMS AGAINST Tetranychus urticae KOCH (ACARI: TETRANYCHIDAE) UNDER FIELD CONDITIONS

The germplasms of African and French marigold were screened at Research Farm Area, Department of Horticulture, CCS Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar, Haryana against the two spotted spider mite, Tetranychus urticae (TSSM) in the winter season from first week of October to first week of March, 2018. The germplasm tall orange African sheltering lowest mite population (9.82 mites/leaf) was marked as the least susceptible and Hisar Jafari-2 French with 32.21 mites/leaf was categorized as highly susceptible for T. urticae infestation. Mite population was recorded weekly and significantly higher number of mites was recorded on grown up leaves followed by tender and older leaves of marigold plants. Irrespective of the germplasm, the mite number was found to significantly increase with each observation period till the attainment of peak in population in the month of January (35.51 mites/ leaf) while their least population was recorded in the month of October (6.65 mites/leaf). In general, French germplasms were comparatively more susceptible to T. urticae infestation as compared to African germplasms.

Evaluation of knowledge, attitude and practice towards drug-drug interactions among postgraduates in tertiary care hospital, Kurnool

Background: Drug-drug interactions (DDIs) are changes in a drug’s effects due to concurrent use of another drug. Clinically significant interactions lead to undesired adverse effects, therapeutic failure, toxicity or may even cause death of the patients. The Aim is to evaluate the Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Postgraduates regarding DDIs and implementation of educational program may enhance patient’s safety.Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among postgraduates in all clinical departments of Government general hospital, Kurnool in the month of October 2021. Pre-validated questionnaire was used to assess the KAP. It contains demographic data, knowledge and practice questions related to DDIs and attitude towards the preferable sources of drug interaction information. Data analysis was done by using SPSS version 26.Results: Out of 220 questionnaires distributed, 126 postgraduates submitted with complete answers(n=126). Overall response rate is 57%. By using the Bloom’s cut-off points, most of the respondents (43.5%) had low level of knowledge towards DDIs. Even respondents with high knowledge level (19%) are not practicing the drug interaction screening during the admission of patients. Majority of PGs with low level knowledge agreed to ask doctors than pharmacist about DDIs and prefer to search for DDIs using reference book than online mode as the source of drug information.Conclusions: In my study, most of the respondents had insufficient knowledge to prevent life threatening DDI’s. So, there is a need to increase medical educational program regarding the importance of screening and assessing of DDI’s before prescribing medicines.

Effect of climate change on the spatio-temporal distribution of the Mediterranean fruit fly Ceratitis capitata Wiedemann (1824) in Algeria

This study was carried out in order to determine the initial distribution of Mediterranean fruit fly Ceratitis capitata Wiedemann (1824) (Diptera, Tephrididae) in Algeria, the area now occupied and assess the role of climate change in determining its current distribution. The various surveys and trapping of adults indicate that in addition to the coastal, sub-coastal and Argan regions, this fly is also present in oases. It is reported in all the traditional oases where fruit trees are intercropped with date palm. From the 2000s, the area occupied by this fruit fly increased and spread into provinces where it was not previously reported. Gradually, it increased in abundance and became an important pest. The climate data recorded in the province of Batna (Aurès Mountains, Saharan Atlas) indicate there has been a change in climate. The annual and monthly average temperatures and relative humidity for the period 2000–2018, in this province became more favourable for this fruit fly than in the period 1913–1937, in particular, during the months of March, April, October and November. The results also indicate that in orchards where there are several types of fruit, the numbers of this fly are higher than where mainly apples are grown.

EVALUATING THE STAFFING METHODOLOGY MODEL IN THE VETERANS HEALTH ADMINISTRATION’S COMMUNITY LIVING CENTERS

Abstract The project purpose was to describe nursing hours per patient day (NHPPD) within the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) and to evaluate Staffing Methodology in the VHA Community Living Centers (CLCs) by comparing Staffing Methodology targeted NHPPD with actual NHPPD. Data were compiled retrospectively for each CLC unit over a one-year timeframe for calendar year 2019. VHA had 134 CLCs including 390 nursing units. Nursing units without 6 months of actual NHPPD data were excluded from the data set. For descriptive analyses, actual NHPPD were averaged across months for each unit. The percent of target was calculated as this average divided by the NHPPD target times 100. The percentage of months each unit met the targeted NHPPD was calculated. After data exclusions, the final data set included 322 nursing units from 133 CLCs. The mean for actual hours as a percent of target was 121.6% (95% CI, 118.5 to 124.7%) indicating that the units’ average hours across 2019 were 21.6% significantly higher than target. Also, half of units met their targets 91.7% of months as reflected by the median. The actual NHPPD significantly differed across months (p< 0.001) with the 2019 months of January and October having the highest NHPPD. Similar results were seen for NHPPD as a percent of target. Veteran safety is a VHA priority and appropriate nurse staffing is key to providing care that improves Veteran outcomes and reduces adverse events. Further exploration is needed on how nurse staffing in the CLCs impacts Veteran outcomes, safety, and satisfaction.

Estimated incidence and transmission intensity of rubella infection in Zambia pre-vaccine era 2005-2016.

The rubella disease burden in Zambia may be under-estimated. Using models, we describe the transmission dynamics, determine the incidence estimates and assess the level of underestimation of the real burden of rubella infection in Zambia during the pre-vaccination period 2005-2016. This study used both the deterministic compartmental model and likelihood-based method using a Bayesian framework to describe the epidemiology of rubella. A total of 1313 cases of rubella were confirmed with the highest annual number of 255 new cases recorded in 2008. However, 2014 recorded the highest monthly median positivity rate of 9.0%. The observed median rubella cases were 5.5. There was a seasonal pattern in the occurrence of laboratory-confirmed rubella, with higher test positivity rates of rubella infection usually recorded in the months of September, October and November. The modelled monthly median incidence of rubella infection among the general population was 76 and 20 among pregnant women. The incidence of rubella among the non-pregnant women was 44. The average effective reproductive number (Rt) between 2005 and 2016 was estimated as 1.2 with the peak of infection occurring in 2016. The measles surveillance system underestimates the observed burden of rubella. A mass vaccination campaign conducted between January and July is recommended.

Histological Studies in Vegetative and Reproductive Mango Buds

The present study was conducted on ten mango cultivars namely Alphonso, Bangalora, Kalepad, Himayuddin, Sendura, Mulgoa, Neelum, Rumani, Banganapalli and Swarnarekha and seasons are main and off-season at Kanyakumari and Tenkasi. The stem along with bud sample was collected during the month of October and November and conducted to examine the relation between internal structure of leafy and reproductive bud. During main season. Among ten mango cultivars, Bangalora and Swarnarekha have well developed at kanyakumar during main season for stage I, whereas Tenkasi, Alphonso and Bangalora well developed buds during the main season in stage I was observed. During off-season observed at kanyakumari Neelum and Alphonso had well developed for vegetative bud in stage I. At Tenkasi cultivars Kalapad and Bangalora had well developed for vegetative bud in stage I. The climatic factors prevailing at Kanyakumari during the main and off seasons for the months of August to September low temperature (190C to 210C) and high humidity (85 to 90%) and main season for the month of October to November, low temperature (210C to 230C) and humidity (80 to 85%). Whereas reproductive stage observed mango cultivars, Alphonso, Bangalora, Kalapad, Neelum and Swarnarekha had well developed reproductive buds in stage II & III during main season at kanyakumari. During off-season, cultivars of Himampasand, Kalapad, Alphoso, Neelum and Swarnarekha had well developed reproductive bud for stag II & III was favoured different stages of bud differentiation in the ten cultivars of mango.

Prevalence of Mastitis in cows and buffaloes from dairy farms in and around Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India

Milk samples from cows and buffaloes were collected from semi urban and urban regions in and around Visakhapatnam and screened for infection with mastitis. Milk samples were tested by employing, California Mastitis Test (CMT), White Side field test (WSFT) and Surf Field Mastitis Test (SFMT). Out of 1050 milk samples collected from cows and buffaloes, 610 samples were found to be mastitis positive. Samples which are detected positive for mastitis with high degree of gel formation were subjected to pathogen isolation on different culture medias such as blood agar, MacConkey agar, Mannitol salt agar, EMB agar, Nutrient Agar and Potato dextrose agar (PDA). The isolated bacteria were identified by performing a panel of preliminary and determinative biochemical tests. The most dominant bacteria isolated and identified from pure cultures were Staphylococcus spp, E. coli and Streptococcus spp in cows with a prevalence of 30.98%, 24.70% and 2.74% respectively. Where as in buffaloes E. coli and Pseudomonas spp were dominant with a prevalence of 32.25% and 24.73%, followed by Staphylococcus spp. Studies were also conducted to record monthly and seasonal prevalence of mastitis in cows and buffaloes. These studies indicated highest prevalence 74.57% in the month of September in the case of cows, and in buffaloes 76% infection was noted in the month of October 2019. Studies on seasonal prevalence indicated high values in rainy season with a prevalence of 64.65% and 61.25% in cows and buffaloes respectively. The present study is first of its kind from the state of Andhra Pradesh and throws light on the prevalence of mastitis disease in cows and buffaloes from dairy farms situated in and around Visakhapatnam

1455. Diagnosis and Testing of Travel-Associated Dengue, Alameda County, California – 2019

Abstract Background Dengue is an acute febrile infection with one of the four dengue viruses that are transmitted through the bite of mosquitoes. It is a communicable disease reportable to local health departments under Title 17 of the California Code of Regulations via CalREDIE (California Reportable Disease Information Exchange), which receives positive Electronic Lab Reports or Confidential Morbidity Report forms when Dengue infection is strongly suspected. Alameda County is among the top 5 jurisdictions in California for travel-associated Dengue infection reports. In order to inform best practices for diagnosis and treatment, we explored Dengue reports to Alameda County pre-pandemic. Methods CalREDIE data for possible Dengue infections from 2019 were categorized according to CSTE’s Dengue Virus Infections 2015 Surveillance Case Definition into cases (probable and confirmed) or non-cases (suspect and not a case). Univariate and bivariate analysis were conducted in R. Results In 2019, 83 reports of possible Dengue infections were received; 23 met the case classification criteria for confirmed (n=8) or probable (n=15) cases. Most (61%) of the cases were reported between the months of June and October (Figure 1). All cases were symptomatic after travel to an area where Dengue is endemic, notably India (39%), Mexico (17%) and the Philippines (13%). Of the cases, 70% visited the Emergency Department and 48% were hospitalized due to concerns for severe dengue (Table 1). Cases had > 4 times the odds of being hospitalized (Odds Ratio = 4.89, 95% Confidence Interval = 1.63-14.7, p = 0.01) compared to non-cases. 78% of the cases were tested for Dengue within 1 week from symptom onset, but of those, only 39% had a PCR or antigen test while 83% had an IgM test and 78% had an IgG test (Table 2). Figure 1Table 1:Patient Characteristics by CalREDIE Case Resolution Status of 2019 Dengue ReportsTable 2:Laboratory Testing Practices for 2019 Cases with Labs within 7 days of Symptom Onset Conclusion More outreach efforts are needed to educate health care providers on providing timely and adequate testing to travelers and improve diagnosis of travel-associated Dengue. Based on pre-pandemic surveillance in Alameda County, Dengue should be strongly suspected in patients who present with an acute febrile illness and history of travel to Dengue endemic areas such as India, Mexico, and the Philippines. Health care providers suspecting Dengue should test with either PCR or antigen tests within a week of symptom onset. Disclosures All Authors: No reported disclosures.

Numerical investigation of PVT coverage on an integrated building-solar-heat pump system: Technical and economic study

The application of Photovoltaic/Thermal and heat pumps in buildings is becoming more and more attractive to many scholars due to its advantage of providing building heating and cooling with clean energy that has less negative effects on the environment. In this research, we have investigated the energy coverage of different PVT sizes to satisfy the electricity demand of heat pump system to provide heating and cooling applications in a habitation building of three rooms in Chengdu city of China in the line of Zero Net Energy Homes. The Photovoltaic/Thermal system investigated here provides thermal energy for Domestic Hot Water while generating the electrical energy to the building equipment and operates air heat pump units responsible of cooling and heating the building. TRNSYS as thermal dynamic software is used to model and simulate the annual coverage of the Photovoltaic/Thermal module through solar fraction determination where the results show that there is a significant increase in solar electrical fraction with the increase of the Photovoltaic/Thermal area. The highest electrical solar factor of 0.85 and 0.56 were achieved with a Photovoltaic/Thermal module of total area of 78 m2 during the transition months of April and October, respectively. The economic analysis shows that the Photovoltaic/Thermal technology is not that much competitive in Chengdu city due to the weather with medium annual solar radiation intensity and high discount rate of Photovoltaic power in China.