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Background: Hansen's disease, caused by the bacteria Mycobacterium leprae, is a chronic illness that poses various challenges to affected individuals. This study aimed to assess the prevalence and types of psychiatric illnesses among leprosy patients receiving care at a tertiary health care facility in Odisha, while also examining the association between these conditions and sociodemographic and clinical factors. Methodology: A cohort of 100 leprosy patients aged 18 to 60, diagnosed and seeking treatment at the Fakhir Mohan Medical College and Hospital, Balasore, was enrolled in the study. Mental health evaluations were conducted using a specifically designed pro-forma based on the ICD-10 Mental Illness Checklist. Result: Our findings revealed that 34% of leprosy patients exhibited co-existing mental disorders. Depression emerged as the most prevalent mental illness, closely followed by anxiety. Notably, urban residents exhibited a lower prevalence of mental illness compared to their semiurban and rural counterparts. Among leprosy patients, psychiatric issues were more common in the older adult group (51–60 years), with women being more susceptible to mental health challenges than men. Additionally, patients with the lepromatous stage of leprosy demonstrated a higher likelihood of experiencing mental disorders. Conclusion: In our study underscores the significant occurrence of serious mental co-morbidities, particularly depression and anxiety, among leprosy patients. Beyond impacting patient well-being, psychiatric comorbidities also exert a detrimental influence on prognosis and overall morbidity. Timely diagnosis and intervention for these mental health conditions can play a crucial role in improving patient outcomes. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Background- Type 2 diabetes is one of the major public health problems in India. Diabetes can affect almost every organ in the body, causing blindness, kidney disease, amputation, and increased risk of stroke, heart disease, peripheral neuropathy. Objectives: 1. To detect the spread of type 2 diabetes in Urban Population of Cuttack City 2. How obesity is associated with Diabetes Mellitus Methods: A community-based study was conducted from March 2013 to Feb 2014 at the SCB Medical College gym, at the Jobra urban health center. A collection sample method was used using a total of 502 participants and a pre-developed proforma interviewed. Results: The prevalence of Mellitus diabetes in the current study was 19.5%. Diabetes mellitus gradually increases over the years (X2 = 12.24, df = 3, p = 0.0066). Type Diabetes Mellitus most closely related to duration of exercise (X2 = 4.37, 1df, P = 0.03), family history of Diabetes (X2 = 136.1, 4df, p = 0.001), Weight Index (X2 = 58.18, 3df, p < 0.001). [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]