Sept 2026

Volume 2 · Issue 1 · 2026

EDITORIAL REPORT
“Every Heartbeat Matters: Strengthening the Nursing Commitment to Cardiovascular Health”
World Heart Day, observed annually on 29 September, provides an opportunity to reflect not only on the burden of heart disease but also on what health professionals can do to prevent it. In 2026, the World Heart Federation's campaign emphasizes the message “Don’t Miss a Beat,” drawing attention to the fact that heart disease may sometimes remain unnoticed and encouraging people to recognize symptoms and take action.
For nurses and nursing students, World Heart Day is more than an awareness event. It is a reminder of our professional responsibility to place prevention, early detection, health promotion and continuity of care at the heart of nursing practice.
The message of World Heart Day 2026, “Don’t Miss a Beat,” is particularly meaningful for nurses because early recognition can influence outcomes.
Nursing students must develop the ability to recognize concerning symptoms such as chest discomfort, breathlessness, unexplained sweating, nausea, sudden weakness or other acute changes that may indicate a cardiovascular emergency. At the same time, nurses should understand that presentations can vary and that not every cardiovascular event follows a textbook pattern. Assessment skills, clinical judgment, timely communication and appropriate referral are therefore essential components of nursing education. Students should not learn cardiovascular assessment merely as an examination requirement. They should develop it as a lifelong professional competency.
Nursing education has a critical role in translating cardiovascular science into meaningful community practice. Faculty members can use World Heart Day as an opportunity for experiential learning.
Nursing students can organize:
“Know Your Numbers” campaigns to encourage adults to know their blood pressure and other health indicators.
Heart-health screening programmes such as assessment of blood pressure, body mass index and lifestyle risk factors, under appropriate supervision.
Health education sessions like stress management and medication adherence, diet demonstrations.
Community awareness programmes particularly for families with hypertension, diabetes or a history of cardiovascular disease.
Health-promotion activities in colleges and schools encouraging healthy eating, regular exercise and avoidance of tobacco products.
Such activities help students understand that nursing is not only about treating illness; it is also about preventing illness and empowering people to protect their health.

World Heart Day reminds us that cardiovascular health is not solely the responsibility of cardiologists or specialized cardiac nurses. It is a shared responsibility across the health-care team, with nurses playing a central role.
Let this World Heart Day be more than a date on the health calendar. Let it become a renewed commitment to health promotion, early detection, compassionate care and evidence-based nursing practice.
Every heartbeat matters. And every nurse has a role in helping protect it.
References
1. World Health Organization. Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs): Fact sheet. 31 July 2025.
2. World Health Organization. Hypertension. 25 September 2025.
3. WHO India. Hypertension and India Hypertension Control Initiative. World Health Organization, India.
4. World Heart Federation. World Heart Day 2026: Don’t Miss a Beat. World Heart Federation.
5. World Heart Federation. Keep the Beat Challenge: Move More for World Heart Day 2026.

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Part I — Abstracts

Independently managed abstracts for this issue.

Abstract 1

A STUDY TO ASSESS THE IMPACT OF PLANNED TEACHING PROGRAMME ON KNOWLEDGE REGARDING PHOTOTHERAPY AMONG BSC (N) 6TH SEMESTER STUDENTS SELECTED COLLEGE OF NURSING, BHILAI (C.G)

MRS. ALKA GOSWAMI, Assistant Professor, Medical Surgical Nursing Dept. Bhilai. Jeesha K., Jinsha Shaji, K. Sandhya, Kanika Sahu, Keshwari Patel, Kavita Salam, Keerti Kaiwart B.Sc. Nursing 4th Year, P.G. College of Nursing, Hospital Sector, Bhilai, Durg, C.G.

Phototherapy has been used since 1958, for the treatment of neonatal hyperbilirubinemia. It causes unconjugated bilirubin to be mobilized from the skin by structural isomerization to a water-soluble form (lumirubin) that can be excreted in the urine. According to UNICEF, phototherapy is a crucial treatment for severe neonatal jaundice, using special blue light to break down excess bilirubin in the baby's blood. This process prevents high levels of bilirubin from causing permanent brain damage or death, with the treatment's effectiveness depending on the dose, which is influenced by light intensity, duration, and the amount of skin exposed. UNICEF also emphasizes the importance of early detection and increasing access to phototherapy devices, such as the transcutaneous bilirubin meter (TCB), especially in low-resource settings through initiatives like project BALLERINA, to screen and treat newborns early.
According to WHO guidance, all newborns should be checked for jaundice, and infants showing early or rapidly rising jaundice (particularly those who are premature, low birth weight, or otherwise at risk) should be evaluated promptly. When bilirubin levels reach threshold values (which vary by age and risk status), phototherapy should be initiated. The treatment should be delivered with attention to exposure of the baby's skin, adequate distance from the light source, eye protection, maintenance of hydration and feeding, and careful monitoring of the infant's condition."

Abstract 2

PROBIOTICS

Prof. Dr. Sreemini Pillai HOD, Medical surgical Nursing Dept P.G. College of Nursing, Bhilai (C.G.)

Probiotics are live bacteria and yeasts that are good for digestive system. We usually think of these as germs that cause diseases, but our body is full of bacteria, both good and bad. Probiotics are often called "good" or "helpful" bacteria because they help keep our gut healthy. They’re meant to prevent and treat dysbiosis — an imbalance or a deficit of beneficial microbes in your microbiome. When they work, the microbes take up residence on or in your body, adding to the populations already living there.
According to World Health Organization Data for India, diarrhoeal and digestive infections rank among the prominent mortality and disease burden contributors, with diarrhoeal diseases causing an estimated 34 to 43 deaths per 100,000 individuals. According to National Health Estimates: Non-communicable and communicable gastrointestinal complications form a substantial share of morbidity, with broader national surveys (such as ICMR and NITI Aayog reports) noting that over 56% of general chronic disease burdens link back to dietary and gut-health factors

Abstract 3

Anti Synthetase Syndrome: An Underrecognized Autoimmune Disease with Multisystem Involvement

Mrs. Sneha Smriti Guha

Medical Surgical Nursing Dept. P.G.College of Nuirsing, Bhilai, (CG)

Anti synthetase Syndrome (ASSD) represents a unique subset of idiopathic inflammatory myopathies characterized by specific autoantibodies targeting aminoacyl-tRNA synthetase enzymes. Since its first description in the late twentieth century, ASSD has emerged as a clinically significant autoimmune condition due to its potentially severe pulmonary and muscular complications.
The disease predominantly affects adults and exhibits a higher prevalence among women. Because symptoms often develop gradually and vary considerably among patients, diagnosis is frequently delayed. Increased awareness among healthcare professionals is essential to ensure timely recognition and treatment.

Abstract 4

A study to assess the prevalence and knowledge regarding dysmenorrhea among BSc (N) 2nd Semester students with a view tom create awareness at selected College of Nursing at Bhilai, Chhattisgarh

Mrs. Rincy Mary Asst. Professor, P.G. College of Nursing, B.Sc. Nursing 4th Year, P.G. College of Nursing, Hospital Sector, Bhilai, Durg, C.G.Anjali Dugga, Damini Kosher, Daleshwari Sahu, Dikshita Khelwar, Dinika Banjare, Dipika Pradhan, Divya Gupta, Dolly Dewangan, Mansi Soni,

The present study “A study to assess the prevalence and knowledge regarding dysmenorrhea among BSc (N) 2nd Semester students with a view to create awareness at selected College of Nursing Bhilai, Chhattisgarh” was connected as a partial fulfillment of the requirement for the award of the degree of bachelor of science in nursing from PG College of Nursing at Bhilai, Chhattisgarh and Pt. Deendayal Upadhyay Memorial Health Science and AYUSH University of Chhattisgarh, Raipur. Non experimental descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study and 50 students studying in PG College nursing Bhilai, were chosen considering the proximity availability of sample through purposive sampling. A self-structured questionnaire was used to assess the prevalence and knowledge regarding dysmenorrhea. Data was analyzed and prevalence of dysmenorrhea revealed that maximum 28(56%) were having moderate dysmenorrhea, 17(34%) were having mild dysmenorrhea, 4(8%) were having severe dysmenorrhea and only 1(2%) was not having dysmenorrhea at all. Regarding knowledge of dysmenorrhea, it was revealed that maximum number of subjects 38(76%) were having average knowledge, 7(14%) was having poor knowledge and only 5(10%) were having good knowledge regarding dysmenorrhea.
The study concluded with some recommendation that Dysmenorrhea is a common health problem among graduating students and nurses should educate to reduce the physical and psychological stress that happens to females and their families.

Abstract 5

A study to assess the prevalence and knowledge regarding dysmenorrhea among BSc (N) 2nd Semester students with a view tom create awareness at selected College of Nursing at Bhilai, Chhattisgarh

Abstract 6

A descriptive study to assess the knowledge regarding hook worm infestation among mothers of children under 12 years of age at village Bhatgaon, Dhamtari, Chhattisgarh.

Ms. Suprabha Masih, College of Nursing, Dhamtari Christian Hospital, Dhamtari C.G.

The hook worm is a small worm that lives in the upper intestinal tract where it is attached firmly by a mouth with teeth like parts through which it derives nourishment by sucking blood from the intestinal wall. Hook worm infestation is defined as “Any infection caused by Ancylostoma duodenale or Necator Americanus, they may occur as single or mixed infection in the same person. The present study ‘‘A Descriptive study to assess the knowledge regarding Hook Worm Infestation among mothers of Children under 12 years of age at Village Bhatgaon Dhamtari, Chhattisgarh” was undertaken by Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing final year student in partial fulfillment of the requirement for the Degree of Post Basic Bachelor of Science in Nursing of Ayush Health & Science University, Raipur (C.G.
OBJECTIVES OF THE STUDY ARE:
• To assess the knowledge regarding hook worm infestation among mothers of children under 12 years of age.
• To find out the association between the knowledge regarding hook worm infestation & selected demographic variables.
• To provide information regarding hook worm infestation through health education.