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Haridwar Rishikesh Tour Package | Book Online @ Flat 17% off
Destinations Covered: Haridwar & RishikeshStart Point: Haridwar Railway Station/ Haridwar Bus stand End Point: Rishikesh Bus stand Starting Time: Approximately 11:00 AM on Day 1Ending Time: Between 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM on Day 3Haridwar is a beautiful city settled on the banks of river Ganga well known for its beauty and spirituality. Located where the sacred River Ganga emerges from the base of the Himalayas, it's considered one of the 7 Sapta Puri. Visit the Siddh Peeth and make a wish, get a chance to see beautify deity and listen to their magical stories. Rishikesh is a beautiful city nestled in the foothills of Himalayas and Ganga is the paradise for all adventure lovers and spiritual lovers. It has a plethora of Ashrams throughout the city offering the best Yoga and Meditation experience in the world. Visit the famed Lakshman Jhula, as it sways above the water. Stroll down through the narrow lanes nearby.Haridwar Rishikesh Tour Package offers travellers to view the best tourist places in Haridwar and Rishikesh with a colourful and fascinating blend of culture. Get picked up by our driver in a private and well-maintained car. Sit back and enjoy the tour close to nature and God.
Auli Sightseeing Tour Package Flat 22% off
Start/End Point - Joshimath bus standStart Time - Around 9:00 AM on Day 1End Time - Around 8:00 AM on Day 3The hill station of Auli has gained a lot of popularity as a skiing destination. You can even enjoy the place by just relaxing at any of the view points.You will be picked up from the Joshimath bus stand and transferred to the hotel. Day 1 would include visit to the Auli lake. The famous cable car from Joshimath to Auli can be experienced as well. It is a very much recommended activity and would offer the tourists some breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains, the Auli lake, the valleys and the lush green forests. Visitors can actually not afford to miss out on this once in a lifetime opportunity of riding one of the highest and longest cable cars of Asia.Day 2 would be a day primarily focusing on the trek to Gorson Bugyal. It is a short trail of 3 km from Auli. Around 250 meter of altitude is gained during the course of the trek. The promising views of the snow capped peaks including the famous Nanda Devi are something which one would cherish for the rest of the life. The evening can be spent at leisure.If time permits, Narsingh temple will be covered of the last day before the departure. Once again, transfer to the Joshimath bus stand will be provided. This comprehensive tour package includes two breakfasts and two dinners. It is recommended for families and couples. Even groups of friends consider opting for this package while touring Auli.Available Booking OptionsAuli Tour Package for 2 peopleAuli Tour Package for 3 peopleAuli Tour Package for more than 3 people
3 Days 2 Nights Rishikesh Tour Flat 20% off
Pick up and Drop point: Rishikesh Bus Stand. Starting Time: Between 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM (Day 1)Ending Time: Between 10:00 PM to 12:00 PM (Day 3)Rishikesh is known for its Ganga ghats and spirituality. Apart from that, there are a Plethora of Ashrams throughout the city offering the best Yoga and Meditation experience in the world. This is a specially designed tour that will take to some of the most significant places in the holy city of Rishikesh as well as the adventure side of this city.Head out for an amazing trip to Rishikesh and explore the amazing beauty of this region. Participate in Ganga Aarti after sunset and then stroll down through the narrow lanes nearby. Visit the famed Lakshman Jhula, as it sways above the water. If you crave the rush of adrenaline, there are a variety of adventure sports one can participate in. Visit some of the temples and the ashrams here and relive again. In the evening explore the nearby places and return back to hotel. Conclude tour and head back home with lots of memories.The tour will be conducted in a private sedan car. The car will come to pick you up from bus stand in Rishikesh and drop back at hotel. A professional driver cum guide will be there throughout the tour and will tell interesting stories and facts about the places.Attractions covered:Laksham Jhula - The 137-meter iconic bridge that provides magnificent Ganga river view.Ram Jhula - Iconic suspension bridge across the river Ganges.Ganga Aart at Triveni Ghat - It is the biggest and most famous ghat in Rishikesh at the banks of Ganges.Parmarth Niketan Ashram - Ashram is a true spiritual haven, lying on the holy banks of Mother Ganga in the lap of lush Himalayas.Shivananda Ashram: The best place for meditation and relaxation.Bharat Mandir: Bharat Mandir is one of the ancient and famous temples of Rishikesh.Geeta Bhawan: A major place for devotees for Holy dip of water while listening discourses and meditation.Neer Gaddu Waterfall: Neer Gaddu Waterfall is a famous waterfall for small trek. The water flowing from natural rocky cliffs tempts the holidaymakers to take a cool dip in the narrow stream. Available Booking Option:Tour with Bungee JumpingTour without Bungee Jumping
4 Days 3 Nights Sightseeing Uttarakhand Tour
About the Activity:Head out for this exciting 4 days 3 nights Uttarakhand sightseeing tour and make your vacation a special one along with your loved ones.Start your tour after getting picked up from the airport in an air-conditioned vehicle and transfer to your hotel in Rishikesh.En Route, visit Haridwar and halt at Har-ki-Pauri and the mesmerising Ghats lying at the feet of Shivalik range is the doorway to the source of Ganga and the Yamuna.Visit some of the famous temples in Rishikesh like Laxman Jhulla, Ram Jhulla, Triveni Ghat, Bharat Mandir, and Shivananda Ashram.Then drive to Mussoorie and head out to the Mall road. Explore the amazing streets and the beauty of the place.Continue your sightseeing tour and visit some of the well-known waterfalls and other scenic locations. In the evening stroll down the roads exploring the nearby areas and retire for the night.Conclude your tour after getting dropped back at the airport and get started for your return journey.
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Dehradun Haridwar Tour Packages, Book & Get 3000 Cashback
Destinations Covered: Haridwar & DehradunStart Point: Haridwar Railway Station/ Haridwar Bus stand End Point: Dehradun bus stand / Railway station / AirportStarting Time: Approximately 11:00 AM on Day 1Ending Time: Between 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM on Day 3Haridwar is a city of Uttarakhand well known for its spirituality and natural beauty around. The city is situated at the bank of river Ganga which makes it most famous across the world for its divine and awe-inspiring Ganga Arti. It is among three holy cities where the Ganga Aarti Rituals are performed. Haridwar literally means 'the abode of Lord Vishnu' and millions of people flock here every year to take part in an annual pilgrimage. Due to its spirituality and holy nature the city is meat and alcohol free. Dehradun is one of the most beautiful cities to visit in sub himalayan track nested in the beautiful dhoon valley in the lap of himalaya. This trip will bring up most exclusive places and things to do in those places. This tour package offers travellers to view the best tourist places in Haridwar and Dehradun with a colourful and fascinating blend of culture.Get picked up by our driver in a private and well maintained car. Sit back and enjoy the tour close to nature and God.
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Skiing Experience in Auli Flat 27% off
Check In - 01:00 PM on Day 1Check Out - 11:00 AM on Day 3 Auli, the paradise for ski lovers awaits your presence. Enthral in this extreme level of adventure with friends and family for a completely ravishing experience. With its idyllic conditions and amicable environment, Auli, has earned the reputation of being one of the best skiing destinations in South Asia continent. Embark in this adventurous ride for a completely unparalleled experience! Enjoy skiing on the longest and finest slopes of Indian Himalayas in the shadows of Mt. Nanda Devi (7817 meters), one of the highest and most fascinating peaks in the world. The sheer vertical drops provide you with ideal conditions for perfect skiing experience and amidst random trees makes your landing smooth. Delight in the serene calmness while enthralling in this thrilling adventure ride. Crowned on the pinnacle, the skiing ground is enveloped with thickets of snow further glorifying your experience here. For beginners – this is your chance to learn basics of skiing. Know more about the techniques required for standing, balancing while on skies. The trained professional will make sure about your safety and will assure you have the fun of your lifetime while embarking on this unparalleled experience of Skiing in Auli.Available Booking OptionsAuli Skiing Tour for 2 peopleAuli Skiing Tour for 3 peopleAuli Skiing Tour for more than 3 people
Haridwar Tour Package Flat 8% off
Start/ End Point: Haridwar Railway Station/ Haridwar Bus stand Starting Time: Approximately Before 02 :00 PM on Day 1Ending Time: Between 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM on Day 3Haridwar is a city situated on the banks of river Ganga well known for its spirituality and natural beauty.City is famous across the globe for its devine and awe inspiring ganga aarti. Due to its spirituality and holy nature the city is meat and alcohol free. Located where the sacred River Ganga emerges from the base of the Himalayas, it's considered one of the 7 Sapta Puri. This tour package offers travellers to view the best tourist places in Haridwar with a colourful and fascinating blend of culture.Get picked up by our driver in a private and well maintained car. Sit back and enjoy the tour close to nature and God. It is an ancient city, located on the banks of the Ganges is one of the seven holiest places according to Hindu religion. The Ganges, after flowing almost 23 km from its origin, enters the Indo Gangetic plain for the first time at Haridwar. For that reason, Haridwar is also known as Gangadwára.
Auli Package from Haridwar | Book Online & Get 21% off
Location - AuliStart/End Point - Haridwar (within 5 km from Haridwar Railway Station)Start Time - Around 8:00 AM on Day 1 End Time - Around 6:00 PM on Day 3Auli (2800 meter above MSL) is a very well known hill station among tourists owing to the various activities it offers. It is a popular ski destination among foreign travelers and also hosts a number of winter games conducted by the government. In fact, the First South Asian Winter Games was also held in Auli back in 2011.To enjoy the beauty of this hill station, book this 3 Days 2 Night package get your soul lost in the majestic beauty of Himalayas. Private vehicle is provided for traveling from Haridwar to Auli and back. This itself is an eventful journey running through the hilly roads and covering some picturesque sites on the way. The religious town of Rishikesh along with Devprayag, Srinagar, Rudraprayag and Karnaprayag are the important places which fall on the way. Reach Joshimath (around 13 km away from Auli) and check in to the hotel after this 11-hour long journey. Enjoy a full day sightseeing at Auli starting from the next morning. Have breakfast and proceed towards the famous Auli ropeway. You will also be able to visit the Auli lake. Spend time marveling at this heavenly hill town which stays covered in snow for most of the winter months. The untouched and pristine nature along with the promising views of the surrounding mountains and forests make it a perfect spot for your Instagram feed.This 3 day Auli tour package with transfers from Haridwar include a total of four meals - two breakfasts and two dinners. Comfortable hotel accommodation for two nights is also a part of this tour. Book this tour in order to enjoy a hassle free trip to Auli. Families, couples and even groups of friends opt for this package for a smooth and well-arranged experience.
Tiger Tracking and Birdwatching Tour, Corbett National Park
Corbett tiger reserve, as well as the landscape forests around it, have amply proved to be the model for tiger conservation in the entire distribution range of the species. The tourism zones within the reserve have the highest tiger density among all the tiger reserves in India as well as other regions in south-east Asia. The guided experience at this stay offers an enlightening visit to some of the hot spots of tiger conservation besides a plethora of other wilderness associated with the tiger along with one of the richest diversities of avifauna, habitats and changing landscapes.Factual Information:The Ranger at the Lodge has endeavored for more than two decades to save the tiger for the betterment of humanity by gaining the topical degrees in Wildlife ecology, biology, management and human interspersion in wildlife conservation and then finally sticking to the fact that wildlife tourism is the best tool to save the tiger in a democratic and developing country. Hence, he has opened the doors of his own house for wildlife enthusiasts, bird watchers, landscape photographers as well as nature lovers. The itinerary endeavors to impart knowledge on tiger tracking in the natural habitat of tiger thereby making one see & believe the tiger sighting at 200-300% compared to a safari park with just 100% sighting. The itinerary also inculcates an interest in bird watching, which once becomes a habit then proves to be one of the best stress relievers. Both the nights at the Lodge with two Jungle safaris in two tourism zones of Corbett besides evening sessions with the ranger open up a discussion on the complicated web of tigers & human beings as the direct beneficiary of tiger conservation in their naturally evolved bio-diverse forests.Stay: Accommodation in a Deluxe Forest View Room with running Hot & Cold water at the lodge.Activity: 02 jungle safaris in two tourism zones of Corbett, 01 walking safari in the forests adjoining the lodge, evening bonfire sessions with the ranger beside learning more about wildlife through classical films & documentaries.How to Reach:Individual transport is one of the options but the ranger believes in Public transport where one leaves the minimum carbon footprints. Ramnagar is well connected by the trains with Delhi.Minimum No. of People required: 2Maximum Capacity: 4
5 Days Memorable Wildlife to Scenic Hills Tour
About the Activity:Gear up for an exciting wildlife cum sightseeing tour and make your holidays an exciting one along wth your loved ones.Start your tour after reaching Corbett and get ready for the amazing adventures ahead. Freshen up and make yourself comfortable.Head out for the most awaited wildlife safari inside the National park and with clear streams and rivers, dense forests and grasslands. Get a chance to witness the vivid wildlife with several species of deer, wild boar, sloth bear, leopard, gharial crocodile, fresh-water dolphin and around 450 species of birds.Drive to Mussoorie from Corbett and marvel at the sight of the region as you drive down the road.While at Mussoorie visit the Kempty Falls and soak in the beauty of the surroundings. Ladies be ready to visit each and every shop at the Mall road which is one of the main places.After exploring return back to your hotel and get ready for next day to leave.Conclude your tour as you drive back to Delhi and depart for home.
Jim Corbett National Park 1 Night 2 Days Package 2021 | Flat 12% off
Jim Corbett National Park happens to be a perfect place to visit with your loved ones if you wish to spend time in a peaceful location and indulge in some offbeat experiences. Located in Nainital, Pauri Garhwal Uttarakhand, India, this place is home to a wide range of flora and fauna. Tourists and adventure seekers long to go on a jungle safari to make the most of the trip and sighting the innocent creatures in their natural environment without worrying about anything. The Jim Corbett safari package starts as you arrive at the National Park. Sip in the welcome drink, complete all sorts of formalities and then head out for some local sightseeing and visit places like Dhangarhi museum or Corbett. Come back to the resort in the late evening hours and enjoy some recreational facilities.On the day 2 of the Jim Corbett National Park 1 night 2 days package, you will be going out for jungle safari in the early morning, which happens to be one must try activity in the course of your Jim Corbett National Park 1 night 2 days package. Get ready to spot some Bengal tigers and many other amazing animals. Come back to the resort and enjoy a delicious breakfast and have some fun time at the resort. In the evening hours, you can head out to the Kosi River and spend some time in relaxation. You will be departing back to Delhi on the third day of the Jim Corbett National Park 1 night 2 days package. Have your breakfast at the resort and get ready for checking out. This ends your amazing trip to Jim corbett. Head back home with some wonderful memories.
Weekend Roadtrip to Rishikesh
About the Activity:Feel the thrill as you head out for an exciting road trip to Rishikesh along with your friends.Drive through the amazing beauty of the region and reach Rishikesh. Once in Rishikesh check into the hotel and relax for some time.Soak in the tranquil and peaceful atmosphere of the region located amidst magnificent hills and the valleys.There are numerous ashrams and spiritual centres here which are a must visit for you. Lying at the foothills of the Himalayas, this divine place hosts several yoga workshops throughout theWhile in the evening head towards a ghat to attend the religious evening aarti. With several drums, lights and earthen lamps, and accompanied by chants, the mesmerising aarti infuses you with a feeling of peace and divinity.Stay overnight at the hotel and head back home the next day.
Auli Skiing Tour @ Flat 20% off | Book & Get 3000 Cashback!
Being much less commercial experience as compared to its counterparts, Skiing in Auli is what actually defines the beauty and spirit of this resort hill station in Uttarakhand. Surrounded by forests of coniferous trees and some of the most significant mountains of the Himalayas, like the Nanda Devi, this skiing destination in the Chamoli district has increasingly become a favourite of adventurists coming from all around the world.With the nearest town being Joshimath, Auli is accessible by a road and cable car and is also close to two of the most coveted destinations of India, which is Badrinath and the Valley of Flowers. But what really makes this place worth visiting are the skiing adventures that you can enjoy, as you come rushing down the pearly white slopes on your skis. About Skiing Tour in Auli:Auli Skiing tour, which starts with your arrival in the beautiful hill station, from where you will enjoy one of the most scenic views of the hills of Garhwal. Arriving in Auli, you will be greeted by breathtaking views of the Himalayas, and snow that covers every inch of the landscape here. After spending an amazing night here, you will be spending the next day learning the basics and gaining the advanced knowledge and minute details of skiing in Auli.And like they say, all's well that ends well. So on this day, you will be taken to a higher slope to complete highly adventurous skiing run with the supervision of a professional and certified instructor. Celebrate before you leave the next day on the cable car ride to Joshimath with a happy heart and an adventurous side.Meals:Breakfast on your day 2 & day 3 and dinner on your day 1 & day 2 is included in this package.Stay: Your stay will be in a comfortable hotel/cottage on a sharing basis.Note:Children below 13 years are not allowed to participate in this activity.
Corbett Weekend Tour | Book Online & Get Flat 22 % off
Location: Jim Corbett, UttarakhandCheck In on Day 1: 12:00 PMCheck Out on Day 3: 10:00 AM Jim Corbett National Park is regarded as a prominent tourist spot for adventure lovers due to its pleasant natural beauty and a wide scope of adventurous thrills. This tour package would help you escape the hustle and bustle of the city and embrace the serene holiday accompanied by the charm of wildlife.The main attraction of the trip is certainly the Jeep Safari inside the national park which would give you an opportunity to closely witness the animals of the region. More often that you would also get to see a majestic tiger as well during this safari. It is always a once in a lifetime experience for most wildlife lovers. An experienced and trained guide would accompany you during this tour at the national park.The resort where you will be staying for 2 nights also provides options various recreational games and activities. The stay is snugly nestled in the Shivalik foothills of the Himalayas in Uttarakhand is spread out over undulating acres of hilly and riverine tracts, plateaus and ravines. It also offers many other facilities like free wifi, swimming pool, free parking, room service, housekeeping, power backup, laundry service and doctor on call. You may also choose to visit some of the local tourist spots which include Dhangarhi Museum, Corbett Falls and Garjiya temple. How to Reach?By Road - Ramnagar is well connected by roads It is around 260 km from Delhi. Either private or public transportation can be availed. Jim Corbett is only 15 km from Ramnagar town.By Rail - Ramnagar is the nearest railway station of Jim Corbett National Park. Direct trains regularly ply from Delhi.
Jim Corbett Safari Package 2021 | Flat 15% off
Jim Corbett can be termed as a land of adventure that not only takes you close to some of the breathtaking nature but also gives a thrilling experience. The park nestles in the middle of the vast spread himalayan mountain ranges offering a striking lush greenery all around. You will be able to spot a plethora of wild animals starting from elusive Royal Bengal Tiger to Leopards. The best part of this park would be the wildlife safari to the famous Corbett Tiger Reserve. The time spent in the course of the safari tour will surely be everlasting and memorable at the same time. On the first day of the Jim Corbett Safari Package, you will be arriving at the National Park with your loved ones for a wonderful and once in a lifetime adventure trip. Sip in the welcome drink and head out to the resort for a comfortable stay. Have your lunch and then head out for a visit to Dhangarhi museum or Corbett fall. At the end of the tour, you can come back to the resort and witness some of the luring recreational facilities in the premises of the resort. The second day of the trip is all about sightseeing and going on jungle safari to have a head on encounter with the deadly animals. Fasten your belts and head into the park to spot the Royal Bengal Tiger marching like a king. After spending a considerable time taking the jungle safari, you can come back to the resort and visit the banks of river Kosi, which flows close by your resort. On the third day of the tour, you will be departing back to Delhi. If you have missed out anything in the national park then you can cover it in the morning or else relax comfortably in your room for some time. Have your breakfast at the hotel and then check out. Carry home some wonderful memoirs.
Rajaji National Park Package 2021 | Flat 15% off
About the Destination:Get ready for an up-close and personal interaction with the diverse flora and fauna by paying a visit to Rajaji National Park. This is a tiger reserve and national park located in Uttrakhand that is spread across 820.42 kilometers. The rich biodiversity and different species of birds present here are an absolute treat for the nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts. It possesses around twenty-three species of mammals and endangered species of reptiles and birds. The streams of river Ganga flowing through this national park also offers the opportunity to try various types of watersports like river rafting and canoeing. Rajaji National Park Packages give you a detailed walkthrough of this national park where you'll be bound to have the best of experiences. You can also enjoy bird watching and wildlife safari here for incredible experiences down the layers of your memory lane. It is also home to a tiger park where around fifty species of mammals reside. So book the Rajaji National Park Tour Package to explore every dimension of this park in a hassle-free manner. About the Rajaji National Park Packages:Begin your first day of Rajaji National Park Packages by proceeding from Dehradun to Rajaji Tiger Reserve in a private car. Check into your hotel, and after having a scrumptious lunch, enjoy a wildlife safari tour at the park in a gypsy. The 2 night 3 days Rajaji National Park Tour Package will offer you a safari permit as well as a certified naturalist who'll accompany you on tour. Your second day will be reserved for the second wildlife safari tour, where you'll get the chance to spot endangered species of animals. Have a fun time spotting various animals amidst the beautiful flora and fauna. After lunch, you'll again proceed for the third wildlife safari tour.Begin your third day by having a delicious breakfast and then get ready for the wildlife safari tour. This safari will be an experience of a lifetime so brace yourself. In the evening, get back to your hotel, check out and leave for Dehradun Airport/Railway station by private car.
Adventurous Rishikesh Trip Flat 23% off
Camping Location: Shivpuri, RishikeshCheck in Time: 11:00 PM Check out Time: 12:00 PM Pickup/ Drop Locatiom: Kashmiri Gate ISBT, New Delhi (In Between 9 PM- 12 PM)The beautiful city of Rishikesh has a blend of both adventure and spirituality. This best designed itinerary combines both the spiritual & adventurous aspects of Rishikesh and offers a night under an open sky with the glimmering beauty of the vast cosmos from the comfortable tents. Start the journey from Delhi, board the bus at night and be excited for the awaited adventure. After arriving at Rishikesh head for an amazing voyage toward the campsite. Campsite is at a distance of 16 km from the city on the Badrinath-Rishikesh highway and is one of a kind luxury campsite equipped with major amenities. Campsite is surrounded by sal forest which gives an experience of staying in between the jungle with a clear mountain view. Camps are spacious and have attached washrooms in it with power backup and charging facilities. Enjoy one of the popular and famous activities of rishikesh along with all the meals at the campsite.Available Booking Option:Rishikesh to RishikeshTour for 2 peopleTour for 3 peopleTour for more than 3 peopleDelhi to DelhiTour for 2 peopleTour for 3 peopleTour for more than 3 peopleHow To Reach:Located some 16 km away from the main city of Rishikesh in an area called Shivpuri or ISBT bus stand will be the starting point. Both public and private transportation is available to commute.
Delhi to Kanatal Adventurous Trip Flat 15% off
Embark on a pleasant weekend trip to Kanatal, the location which portrays the picturesque beauty peacefully lying in the Garhwal Himalayas. Immerse yourself into the maximized beauty of a hill station that lets you experience a perfect weekend getaway. The small hamlet is located at an elevation of 12 km away from Chamba and 68 km away from Dehradun. About the Activity:The 4 Days trip to Kanatal lets you grasp the charming natural beauty of a less explored location that is encircled by the towering peaks and tall coniferous trees. The enchanting town of Kanatal provides you with a great scope to undergo exciting and adventurous activities such as camping, sightseeing, and trekking.The tour starting from Delhi lets you experience a comfortable journey from Delhi to Dehradun, and Dehradun to Kanatal. The package is inclusive of transportation and as such you do not require to encounter the hassle of public transportation. The package is also inclusive of a trained guide who would accompany you throughout the journey. Besides transportation, activities and guide, you are also provided with delicious meals in the form of breakfast, lunch and dinner. You are entitled to undergo a comfortable stay in tents and spend great moments with your loved ones.Note:Min 2 pax are required to book this package.
Corbett Special: Canter Safari with Resort Stay | Flat 13% off
Location: Jim Corbett, UttarakhandCheck In Time - 12 Noon on Day 1Check Out Time - 10 AM on Day 3There are many amazing ways to spend a short vacation but spending some precious days in the midst of the natural beauty of the mountains is a unique experience altogether. Over the course of 2 nights and 3 days, you will get s chance to enjoy the best of the national park. With this Jim Corbett package, you can not only enjoy the wild beauty of the Jim Corbett National park itself, but also the wonders of the region surrounding it.This 3 day package is filled with activities the most important one being the canter safari at Jim Corbett National Park in the Dhikala zone on the second day which is the largest among all the five zones, vividly rich in Royal Bengal Tiger and the Asiatic elephants. A wildlife movie show, a guided nature walk and bonfire are the other ones. Besides, you can also choose to visit some interesting places in the vicinity or may choose to relax inside the splendid blue waters of the pool at the resort. There are also options for various recreational games like volleyball, badminton, carrom and table tennis. Your stay is snugly nestled in the Shivalik foothills of the Himalayas in Uttarakhand is spread out over undulating acres of hilly and riverine tracts, plateaus and ravines. It also offers many other facilities like free wifi, swimming pool, free parking, room service, housekeeping, power backup, laundry service and doctor on call.During the canter safari tour in the Dhikala zone, you will be able to spot elephants, Chital, several bird species, hog deer and also occasional tigers. The safari is bound to be one of your most memorable experiences owing to the sheer thrill in watching these animals so closely in their natural habitats.How to Reach?By Road - Ramnagar is well connected by roads It is around 260 km from Delhi. Either private or public transportation can be availed. Jim Corbett is only 15 km from Ramnagar town.By Rail - Ramnagar is the nearest railway station of Jim Corbett National Park. Direct trains regularly ply from Delhi.
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Expanded over an area of 308 sq km, Jim Corbett National Park was established in the year 1936 and is one of the oldest national parks in the country. Situated at the base of the magnificent Himalayas, it is the first Tiger Reserve in the country and stands to be one of the most popular weekend getaways from Delhi. Though visitors are allowed to certain parts of the reserve, the park makes for a fun and exciting wildlife tour. The national park is the perfect place for those wildlife species that seek refuge in its wonderfully green thickets. As the first national park to introduce and execute the 'Project tiger' campaign, Corbett national Park has been repeatedly termed as one of the best national parks in the country! So get your cameras and binoculars ready to go wildlife exploring soon! Distance from Delhi: 254km Best time to visit: November to June Attractions: Bengal Tigers, Indian Elephant, Wild Buffaloes, Leopards, Crocodiles and Gharials Activities: Jeep Safari, Elephant Safari, Wildlife Tours and nature photography
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Lal Tibba
In the local language, Lal Tibba means the Red Hill. This is said to be the oldest and the most populated place in Mussoorie. The place is known for its scenic beauty courtesy the pleasant sunrise and sunset that leave the visitors spell bound. Do carry woolens irrespective of the month of the visit. Location: It is situated in the Landour area and lies at an altitude of 8000 metre above the sea level. Highlights: Lal Tibba is even famous as the Depot Hill because of the presence of a depot here. Besides this there is camp of the Indian Military services, All India Radio and Doordarshan. Hills of the Lal Tibba are also popular amongst the shoppers as there are a number of markets in the nearby areas. Best Time: The best and the most ideal time to visit Lal Tibba is the summer months of March and June. Avoid travel during the monsoon months as there maybe leeches here.
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Amongst all the exhilarating treks in Uttaranchal or Uttarakhand, the trek to the Valley of Flowers is known to be the most enchanting and mesmeric. Discovered in 1931 by Frank Smith, a vivid botanist, explorer and mountaineer, the locals still believes the valley to be the abode of the angels and fairies.The mystical and heavenly appearance, mesmeric beauty and the splendid outlook of the valley make it such.Originating from Ghangria; on the foothills of the Western Himalayas, this fascinating trek comprises of rugged terrains, narrow passages, enticing views of the nearby peaks and steep climbs. Ascending the strenuous terrains, it takes around a few hours to reach the main valley and upon reaching the flat land, one should spend enough time exploring and witnessing the wonders of the nature.Best season: Mid July to Mid AugustDuration: 6 DaysAltitude: 3,600 m
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Covid-19 and Obesity
Participating countries and regions
The Obesity Challenge
German Obesity Alliance (DAA)
of adults in Germany are overweight or living with obesity¹
30 billion euros
cost of obesity in Germany per year, only including direct costs (e.g. healthcare costs and prescriptions)²
average reduced life expectancy for people living with obesity in Germany3
Obesity in Germany
• While people with other chronic diseases, such as diabetes mellitus, have access to a wide range of treatment methods, experts and contact points, this is not – or only marginally – the case for people with obesity. Even among physicians and other professional groups, there are completely outdated ideas about the nature of the disease and available treatment options. The causes of this disease are not taught at universities and are not known to the majority of the medical profession.4
• The overwhelming majority of those affected do not receive a guideline-based therapy – although one does exist. This is unimaginable in the case of recognised diseases.
• Useful treatment methods exist but are only reimbursed to a limited extent and on a case-by-case basis. Drugs are completely excluded from reimbursement.
• Obesity is not recognized as a chronic disease in Germany, rather it is still classified as a lifestyle disease. At the same time, treatment in the concomitant and secondary diseases (e.g. diabetes mellitus, coronary heart disease, high blood pressure) is running at full speed and absorbs resources amounting to billions.5 It is obvious that obesity treatment – and also its recognition as a chronic disease – would make the system as a whole, much more efficient. Overweight accounts for 10.7 % of Germany's health expenditure.6
• Obesity is predominantly classified as a "lifestyle phenomenon" in terms of health policy as well as treatment. In today's social paradigm, patients are expected to solve their "lifestyle problem" independently and "alone", using personal resources.
• People with obesity are exposed to huge stigma with terms such as "weakness of will", "self-inflicted" and "lack of discipline" used regularly.
• Due to the prevailing paradigm and prejudices experienced by people with obesity, self-stigmatisation becomes deeply entrenched. Their value as a person in society is no longer recognised; guilt and shame weigh heavily on most of those affected. This results in the isolation of people with obesity who rarely seek help, are trapped by their shame and often simply give up.
About the German Obesity Alliance (DAA)
The DAA is committed to:
Fundamentally changing the awareness of, and attitude towards, obesity in German society.
Advocating for better research, prevention and care for people with obesity.
Creating successful cooperation between member organisations and affected persons in Germany. This will be achieved through:
Intensive communication and coordination amongst members
Professional project management
The integration and alignment of members' goals.
The development of a strategy called "further up the river" which aims to position obesity as a chronic disease which can lead to other serious diseases (e.g. diabetes, cardiovascular disease etc). In this way, both the economic and medical significance/effectiveness of an effective obesity treatment and strategy can be clearly demonstrated politically.
• Held inaugural meeting to agree on mission, vision and plans
• Signed Letter of Intent (LOI) with most important stakeholders
• Developed national briefing book on obesity, calling for action
• Held an expert talk at Parliament with various Members of the German Parliament (MdB)
• Onboarded additional organisations
• Held goals workshop at German Parliament and established working groups to drive action
• Cooperation with International Obesity Networks (e. g. OPEN)
Priorities in 2020 and beyond
The DAA is developing a joint project and action plan to significantly change the current situation for people with obesity in Germany.
The DAA members contribute to the work of the DAA as experts and affected persons, in particular members:
Commit themselves in public to the goals of the DAA.
Make an active contribution to the development of projects, topics and messages.
In accordance with available resources, work on the overall development of the DAA, its financing and the implementation of an action plan as a virtual joint project as well as promoting the work of the DAA. Current examples are:
Mention of the DAA at the congress of the German Obesity Society (Sept 2019; key note and press release)
Presentation of the DAA at a conference (University of Witten/Herdecke, April 2020)
In the medium and long term, the DAA is to be transformed into a sustainable organisational structure. This structure should be partly oriented towards models such as the National Cancer Plan and other national and international success models.
A key focus of the DAA is to establish an expert group to develop the strategy "further up the river" as well as feed into the policy debate on obesity and its impact upon "neighbouring" indications. A number of experts as well as the conclusions from the German White Book on Obesity show that good obesity treatment should have strong, positive effects on secondary diseases ("further down the river").
Members of the German Obesity Alliance
Status: April 2020
• Alexander Krauß: Member of the German Parliament (MdB)
• Melanie Bahlke: 1st Chairwoman of the Obesity Surgery Self-Help Germany e. V. (AcSD e.V.)
• Andreas Herdt: 2nd Chairperson AcSD e.V.
• Dr. Christine Stier: Member of the Board of the Working Group Metabolic Endoscopy of the German Society for Endoscopy and Imaging Techniques e. V. (DGE-BV) and Committee Member of the Bariatric Endoscopy der International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO)
• Prof. Martina de Zwaan: Chairwoman of the German Obesity Association (DAG)
• Dr. Stefanie Gerlach: Board of the German Obesity Association (DAG), Media-Spokesperson
• Dr. Susanne Weinbrenner: Deutsche Rentenversicherung (DRV, German Pension Insurance)
• Dr. Christina Holzapfel: Working Group Obesity, Professionals Association Oecotropholgie e. V. (VDOE)
• Dr. Andrea Lambeck: Managing Director, Professionals Association Oecotropholgie e. V. (VDOE)
• Thomas Hegemann: Organizational and strategic developer and coach, expert for the German healthcare system, Managing Partner CGC GbR
• Dr. Robert Haustein: Head of Berlin Office, Market Access & Public Affairs, Novo Nordisk Pharma GmbH
• Daniela Rimpf: Patient Relations Manager, Novo Nordisk Pharma GmbH
• Oliver Martini: Director Government Affairs & Policy, Johnson & Johnson GmbH
To find out more, please contact the DAA Secretariat
1 Schienkiewitz A et al. (2017). DOI 10.17886/RKI-GBE-2017-025.
2 Effertz T et al. (2015). DOI 10.1007/s10198-015-0751-4.
3 Whitlock G et al. (2009). DOI 10.1016/S0140-6736(09)60318-4.
4 Caterson ID et al. (2019). Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolism; 21(8): 1914-1924.
5 Klein S et al. (2016). Weißbuch Adipositas, S156.
6 OECD (2019). The Heavy Burden of Obesity. Oe.cd/obesity2019.
2021 © OPEN Obesity Policy Engagement Network. All rights reserved
The Obesity Policy Engagement Network is a partnership programme initiated by Novo Nordisk to improve obesity care internationally.
Date of prep April 2019. HQ19OB00028

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Alcohol plays a significant role in accidents, injuries, and their outcomes. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), there are 76.3 million people with alcohol use disorders worldwide; in 2000, 1.8 million deaths and loss of 58.3 million disability-adjusted life years were attributed to alcohol.
Although the association between alcohol consumption and trauma-related morbidity and mortality is well-documented, particularly in the US, there is much less information on trauma and alcohol in Poland, a country undergoing unprecedented economic and cultural changes stemming from entry into the European Union (EU) in the midst of a global recession.
Injury is the third leading cause of death in Poland. Rates for all injuries in Poland are higher than in the rest of the EU. Alcohol is one of the greatest risk factors for disease and injury among men and one of the top ten health and injury risk factors for women. In this paper we review the last 10 years of research on injury and alcohol in Poland.
Recommendations are provided for next steps with regard to training health care professionals in emergency medical settings to address this serious and growing problem.
Alcohol plays a significant role in accidents, injuries, and their outcomes. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), there are 76.3 million people with alcohol use disorders worldwide; in 2000, 1.8 million deaths and loss of 58.3 million disability-adjusted life years were attributed to alcohol . Although the association between alcohol consumption and trauma-related morbidity and mortality is well-documented, particularly in the US, there is much less data on trauma and alcohol in Poland and other Eastern European countries.
In this paper we systematically review and summarize findings of the research published in the last 10 years on injury and alcohol in Poland. First, we provide a summary of alcohol consumption rates in Poland. Then, we summarize research on alcohol-related injuries, focusing on intentional and unintentional injuries. Finally, we suggest recommendations for future training in emergency medical settings to address this serious and growing problem.
A comprehensive search of Polish- and English-language journal articles was conducted using electronic databases including PubMed and MEDLINE, and web-based sources such as eMedicine. Additional information such as statistics related to injury and alcohol consumption was derived from Polish governmental and police publications, the World Health Organization (WHO), and Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) reports. The search was conducted using the following keywords: alcohol/ethanol, Poland, trauma, injury, violence, traffic, suicide, gender, and alcohol consumption. From PubMed and MEDLINE searches, a total of 73 journal articles were examined. Thirty-one articles were found to fit the criteria, and 42 articles were excluded because they focused on alcohol as a risk factor for other health problems such as stroke, cancer, or cardiovascular disease. Three articles were added to the review from citations found in the original search. Hence, a total of 34 articles were included in the systematic review.
Moskalewicz presented five indicators of the increase in alcohol consumption immediately following the privatization of the alcohol industry in the late 1980s: increases in the rates of hospital admissions for alcoholic psychoses, hospital admissions due to alcohol dependence, psychiatric hospital admissions due to alcohol-related disorders (dependence and psychosis), increase in the rate of liver cirrhosis mortality, and increasing alcohol-related road accidents . Alcohol sales data show that consumption leveled off in the late 1990s, but has been increasing since the beginning of this century . Although distilled spirits and liquor are the preferred alcoholic beverages in Poland, beer consumption has steadily increased [4, 5]. In 2003, beer consumed in pure alcohol units was 3.95 l per capita, and spirits consumed in pure alcohol units was 1.3 l per capita . The region of central and Eastern Europe has among the highest levels of alcohol consumption in the world .
Russia was found to have the most detrimental drinking patterns compared to EU Member States such as Hungary, Lithuania, Poland, and the Czech Republic, while the Czech Republic had the highest overall beer consumption levels in Europe, but a relatively less detrimental pattern of drinking . The estimated average pattern of drinking of 1–4 drinks, with 4 being the most detrimental pattern and mainly based on heavy drinking and drinking to intoxication per occasion . France and Sweden were found to differ both in volume of alcohol consumption and in drinking patterns, and the UK was found to have a beer-drinking culture, with a rise in heavy irregular drinking in recent years .
Recently published research based on surveys and data from the World Health Organization (WHO) establishes yearly premature alcohol-attributable traumatic deaths in adolescents in Poland at over 6,000, with 4,610 unintentional and 1,478 intentional injuries . All alcohol-attributable deaths in Poland are estimated at about 11,000 cases a year with a death rate of 8.7 per 10,000 for males and 0.9 per 10,000 for females . Although comparable to other Eastern European countries, it is higher than in other Western European countries, such as Sweden, which has 2.7 and 0.5 deaths per 10,000 for men and women, respectively, and in the US, which is estimated to have a total overall death rate per 10,000 of 2.7 . In 2007, the standarized death rate (SDR, per 100,000 people) in Poland was 13.45 for motor vehicle traffic accidents, 15.73 for suicide and intentional self-harm injuries, and 1.31 for homicide and assaults; however, statistics on how many of these deaths are attributed to alcohol are not available .
Hospital-based data illustrate a high burden of heavy drinking and alcohol dependence in Poland. In a primary care study, nearly 64% (N = 4,373) of patients seeking routine health care had consumed alcohol in the previous 3 months . Of these, 19% were dependent drinkers (three or more positive CAGE responses  and/or those who consumed five or more drinks per day), about 36% of men reported more than 21 drinks per week, and about 21% of women had more than 14 drinks per week .
Studies show differences in alcohol consumption by gender, age, education, and region within Poland. Polish men report heavier drinking than women [4, 7, 12–16]. Rehm et al. found that 38.5% of men and 9% of women consumed an average of more than 3–4 drinks/day (>40 g/day), while 16.4% of men and 34.3% of women consumed very little or were abstinent . In another study, almost 50% of alcohol-dependent patients (N = 458) aged 18–64 reported drinking more than 4 times/week . Beer was the most frequently used beverage (67.4%), followed by vodka (63.2%) and wine (39.5%). Studies report that higher education among women is related to increased alcohol consumption [13, 15, 18], and women living in central/urban settings may consume as much as 50% more than women in rural settings .
Similar to other countries, including the US, a large percentage of the youth engage in hazardous drinking patterns, such as binge drinking [19–22]. Among 15–16-year-old students in 35 European countries, heavy episodic drinking during the past 30 days increased between 1995–1999 and between 2003–2007, especially among girls . Between 2003–2007, the proportion of students reporting heavy episodic drinking during the past 30 days increased by 16% in Poland, while the highest increase of 31% occurred in Portugal . Binge drinking is common among high school youth in the US who drink alcohol . Men in the US are more likely to report binge drinking than women , and in 2006, binge and heavy drinking were highest for the 18- to 25-year-old group compared to other age groups, with the peak rate occurring at 21–23 years .
Comparison of drinking rates among 15–16 years olds between European countries and the US shows that the US is a low consumption country by European standards . Poland had a higher prevalence rate (65%) of drinking in the past 30 days than the US (35%), with the highest rate being in Austria (82%). The percentage of young people in the US who reported binge drinking was lower (22%) than all other European countries except Turkey (15%) .
Screening of two Polish samples (18 years and older) seeking emergency services revealed males were more likely to be younger, be injured, and meet criteria for alcohol use disorders than females. Among those who drank, males were more likely to report weekly drinking and 5+ drinks on an occasion than women, and nearly 50% of young women reported binge drinking .
There is also a higher incidence of reported alcohol-related mortality in men compared to women [4, 13], and more alcohol-related problems (such as difficulties with marriage/partner, friends/social life, work, physical and mental health, finance, police and other authorities) . Although few studies in Poland have addressed psychosocial factors associated with alcohol misuse, one study found that a perceived imbalance in the effort-to-reward ratio at work was associated with binge drinking, increased overall alcohol intake, and problem drinking .
Patterns of alcohol use among adolescents have changed as well. A study of alcohol consumption among adolescents found that rates of heavy drinking increased between 1988 and 2004 . In this study, both the type and quantity of alcohol consumed increased, reflecting shifts in the political, economic and cultural environment .
With the rapid development of hospital Emergency Departments (EDs) and Emergency Medicine as a specialty in Poland , more data are becoming available on the extent of alcohol-related injuries. Injury is the third leading cause of death in Poland . Rates for all injuries (intentional and unintentional) in Poland are higher than in the rest of the European Union (EU) . Alcohol is one of the top ten health and injury risk factors for men and women . A number of studies conducted among injured ED/trauma patients in Poland have shown a positive association between alcohol consumption and injury [4, 14, 16, 29–31]. A case-crossover analysis of emergency services patients from Warsaw and Sosnowiec showed a four-fold risk of any injury for those drinking within 6 h compared to those who had not been drinking in both the samples . Men are more likely than women to be injured from drinking directly prior to the injury . Males who drank more than 12 l of alcohol annually were 2.4 times more likely to sustain injuries than those who drank less than 12 l annually . Injured men were twice as likely to report drinking within 6 h before the injury event than non-injured men presenting to the ED . Michalska et al. found alcohol intoxication to be a debilitating factor in prompt diagnosis, assessment, and treatment of cranio-cerebral injury .
In addition to examining overall injury rates, it is important to determine patterns of unintentional and intentional injury to be able to develop strategies to best deal with the complex interaction of alcohol and injury in the region. Unintentional injury is the fourth leading cause (12.8%) of disability in males and seventh leading cause in females (4.8%) in Poland . WHO/Europe and the European Commission noted that the leading causes of unintentional injury death are transportation injuries, followed by falls, poisoning, drowning, and fires .
There are very few studies conducted in Poland that focus on unintentional injuries other than traffic injuries. One study examined 1,199 patients (14–79 years) visiting the Department of Surgery at a University Hospital in Krakow from 1987–2000 for treatment of hand injuries . Of those, 320 patients (26.7%) were found to be under the influence of alcohol at the time of injury, and most of them (89.3%) were males and manual workers (74.3%) . Around 48.4% of patients suffered from injuries caused by a cut with glass, and 5.6% had operated various kinds of machines and mechanical equipment under the influence of alcohol. Most accidents happened at home (65.9%), while the others occurred in public places (15.9%), in the street (11.8%), on a farm (3.1%), and at the workplace (1.25%). Autopsies done in a study investigating the cause of mortality among Polish small-scale fishermen during a 40-year period reports finding >0.5% (0.5 g/l) blood alcohol levels in 45% of deaths out of the 82 cases where autopsy was carried out (N = 177) . Alcohol use was identified in 7 sea catastrophe-related cases and in 30 cases connected with other reasons for drowning with the greatest risk related to mooring, hauling, and boarding the nets. The authors report that alcohol may be implicated in at least one-quarter of the accidents and may have contributed to other factors, such as loss of balance on deck and injury preceding falling or being swept overboard.
In 2003, 11% of all traffic accidents in Poland were attributed to alcohol; alcohol was associated with death in 13% of all traffic-related mortalities . Police reports revealed 167,318 drunk-driving cases in 2003, out of which 18,830 of the drivers had a BAC of 0.2–0.5 ml/g, while 148,488 had a BAC of more than 0.5 ml/g . The study at the University Hospital in Krakow from 1987–2000 reported that 7.1% (N = 320) of those found to be under the influence of alcohol at the time of treatment for hand injuries were injured in traffic accidents .
The rates of homicide in Poland are higher than in the rest of the EU . Intentional injury is also the sixth leading cause (4.8%) of disability in males . Studies conducted specifically in Poland, as well as those conducted across several other countries, have shown that alcohol consumption often precedes violent events [30, 38–41]. In samples of ED patients from Warsaw and Sosnowiec, Poland, Cherpitel et al. (2005) found that there was over a 17-fold increased risk for a violence-related injury for individuals who reported drinking 6 h before the injury, the risk being greater for women than for men . An epidemiological investigation of the prevalence of potentially traumatic events (PTEs) in a sample of alcohol-dependent patients in Poland found that the numbers of PTEs reported were related to higher post-traumatic stress, but not necessarily to higher alcohol use intensity. A higher level of alcohol misuse was associated with two categories of PTEs: robbery and mugging, and witnessing death or assault .
Alcohol has been found to be a strong risk factor for intimate partner violence in Poland. Makara-Studzinska et al. analyzed data from a survey of 800 participants (400 perpetrators and their 400 victims of domestic violence) in the office of the Association for Violence Prevention in the city of Lublin, Poland . Results suggested that perpetrators with a history of alcohol abuse were more likely to be younger, had less education, were less likely to be permanently employed, and had more problems with the legal system than perpetrators without a history of alcohol abuse. In the same sample, 76% of domestic violence perpetrators had problems related to alcohol, as measured by an AUDIT score >8 .
In addition, another study in the country found 25% of surveyed pregnant women reported physical and emotional abuse by their partners . Men that physically abused pregnant women in this study were more often found to have primary school education, be unemployed, and drink alcohol. A substantial number of 15 to 20 year olds in Poland reported having experienced at least one of four kinds of parent-child violence (emotional, physical, negligence, and sexual abuse), of which parental alcohol abuse was one of the most frequently cited reasons for family violence .
In Poland, suicide is the leading cause of intentional injury-related death, and suicide rates are higher than in the rest of the EU . From 1989 to 1994, a time of rapid social and political change, the suicide rate in Poland increased by 26.5% . The study aimed at describing suicide mortality in Eastern Europe by investigating the covariation between changes in some of the hypothesized causes such as alcohol consumption, economic situation, general social stress, political situation, societal (dis)organization, and the changes in the suicide rates. The linear regression model, which consisted of variables such as hypothetical general stress (as indicated by mortality/life expectancy), democratization, alcohol consumption, and social disorganization (with a period-dependent effect), was able to predict percentual changes in the suicide rates in 16 out of the 28 Eastern Bloc countries from 1984–1989 and 1989–1994 fairly accurately, but failed to do so for Poland besides other countries . On the other hand, Landberg (2008) noted that the relationship between alcohol consumption and suicide mortality tends to be strongest in countries with detrimental drinking patterns, such as Poland (based on WHO's hazardous patterns score) . In this cross-cultural study that included Poland, a 1-l increase in per capita consumption of alcohol was associated with an increase in overall suicide rates by 5.7–7.5%, with males at higher risk than females . In another study, among 154 alcohol-dependent patients admitted to addiction treatment centers in Poland, 43% reported attempting suicide at some point during their lifetime . Post-mortem reports have shown the presence of alcohol in almost 50% of Polish suicide victims .
To ensure that clinicians are knowledgeable in assessing the quantity and frequency of alcohol and other drug use among patients seen in medical and social service settings, key recommendations include: (1) increasing preclinical and clinical training regarding (a) the available alcohol screening instruments; (b) methods to determine other medication and drug use [including over-the-counter (OTC) medications and herbal agents]; (c) techniques for conducting screening; (d) techniques to incorporate structured screening for alcohol, medications, and illicit drugs into standard emergency practice; and (2) developing preclinical and clinical training evaluations and tests that include questions on substance use screening.
A study comparing performance of alcohol screening instruments to identify alcohol use disorders in the emergency services setting in the Warsaw and Sosnowiec regions of Poland found sensitivity of the RAPS4 and Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test (AUDIT) to be significantly better than the CAGE for alcohol dependence among males in Warsaw, but specificity to be poorer in males in both the samples . The CAGE appeared to perform considerably better for both males and females in Sosnowiec than in Warsaw. Among females, sensitivity for alcohol abuse/harmful drinking and for alcohol dependence or abuse/harmful drinking was significantly better for the RAPS4-QF than for the CAGE or AUDIT at a cutoff point of 8 across both sites . However, a smaller-scale research study found that the AUDIT questionnaire was more sensitive than the CAGE when implemented in Polish emergency departments . This finding is supported by a number of studies in the US and UK in a variety of medical settings [50–53]. The AUDIT has been found to have good psychometric properties in a number of countries with a variety of patient populations.
Advice and brief interventions can be delivered as part of early detection programs in EDs and other medical and psychosocial treatment settings. Brief alcohol interventions such as tailored or generic booklets with brief counseling or motivational interviewing with an interventionist have been proven to be effective in a variety of medical settings, including the Emergency Department [54–59]. Brief interventions have two purposes: (1) to help individuals who are classified as at-risk for alcohol problems to cut back or stop using alcohol or drugs, and (2) to help individuals with more serious substance use problems engage in needed treatment. Educational materials are available through the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) and through the Center for Substance Abuse Treatment (CSAT) in the Treatment Improvement Protocol (TIP) #34, 'Brief Interventions and Brief Therapies for Substance Abuse', as well as through the SBIRT (Screening, Brief Intervention, Referral, and Treatment) Quick Guide .
Training can be made available to professionals who work in emergency care, primary care, and psychosocial programs through preclinical and clinical education programs, continuing education credits, and other workshop opportunities. These are needed because, in a changing health care delivery system, brief, effective methods to deal with alcohol problems will be both clinically and cost effective. One such short, concentrated training session at Yale University ED in Connecticut significantly improved knowledge and practice of screening and interventions for alcohol problems among a sample of emergency medicine residents, while the control group at Harvard University in Massachusetts showed no changes . There are very few preclinical and clinical programs that currently include any of the techniques of brief alcohol interventions in Poland.
Because the ED is a very fast-paced, clinically demanding venue, training personnel in how to identify and manage patients with at-risk and problem drinking should also be accompanied by research on methods to best implement some of the newer, innovative technologies for screening and intervening. The use of computerized tailored interventions represents one such technique to provide targeted, individualized feedback to injured and medical ED patients . Other technologies that may be useful in the future in Poland include the use of interactive voice recognition (IVR) technology to facilitate screening, delivery of educational interventions, and follow-up on patient progress over the telephone. Interactive computer programs on laptops or palmtops; web-based interventions; computerized bundling of brief health messages for multiple health risks (e.g., smoking, alcohol use, seat belt use); and audio interventions tailored to specific problems and delivered through headsets are all potential approaches in emergency, urgent care, and primary care settings .
Also, providers need to have knowledge of the available in- and outpatient programs to help those individuals who meet criteria for more serious substance use problems. The brief intervention structure provides the opportunity to work with patients who have more serious alcohol problems and to help them consider obtaining formal substance abuse treatment.
It is ideal to have psychiatric emergency services co-located in the ED with acute medical and injury care whenever possible to address patients who screen positive for risky alcohol use. Alternatively increased collaboration and consultation between ED and mental health services is critical to any successful screening and brief intervention program. However, specialty resources are limited and often cannot be provided during the acute care time frame. The training recommendations provided are focused on the many EDs and clinicians that do not have access or availability to provide this service by specialty psychiatric services.
The burden of alcohol-related injury will likely increase as Poland's economic and social structure continue to change resulting from admission to the EU, changes in the employment structure, and coping with a global recession. Emergency departments need to be prepared to implement alcohol screening and intervention practices in order to effectively target and treat patients with substance use disorders and prevent future alcohol-associated re-injury, readmissions, and mortality. The health care delivery system in Poland must adopt new and innovative methods that work with a range of patient populations who have drinking patterns that put them at risk for intentional and unintentional injuries, problems related to physical and mental health functioning, employment, and social/family problems. Alcohol use and misuse in Poland, and Eastern Europe more generally, and the resulting burden of injuries have made it critically important to address this important public health concern by developing surveillance and prevention strategies to limit future morbidity and mortality. Knowledge gained from addressing alcohol problems in this strategically important region of the world can have wide-ranging implications for global health interventions and policies with regards to alcohol problems.
The authors wish to acknowledge the National Institutes of Health International Fogarty Center and NIH Fogarty International Injury Fellowship for support in this work.


The Antal Zsolt Foundation came into being with the purpose to urge, support and encourage high school and university students of outstanding talent and excellent academic results. As this, the aim of the Foundation is to organize and/or urge academic programs, traineeships and university projects which go beyond high school and university training to contribute to students' professional development.
The Foundation plans to organize and/or urge academic programs, traineeships and university projects in order to fulfill its purpose of shaping an extraordinary higher education environment by promoting access to education.
Zsolt Antal was born on 18 April 1978 in Reghin, Romania. He completed his middle and high-school studies at "Székely Mikó" College in Sfantu Gheorghe. In 2001, he graduated from the University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca, where he obtained a diploma in agricultural engineering at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine.
Following the academic years, his first employment was at Nutrisam Rt., where he worked in the grains trading department. His exceptional talent showed very early, and he was remarked by the owners and managers of the company. After merely one and a half years, at the age of 24, he was already working as the manager of the grains trading division of the company. After another six months, he was appointed deputy general manager, and later the general manager of Nutrisam SA/Abo Mix SA. From the beginning, Zsolt set the objective of building and operating an efficient and motivated organisation, and throughout his career, he always put a lot of emphasis on people – human resources and on teams. Under his management the group achieved remarkable financial results and developed at a dynamic pace each year.
From 2007, up until his tragic death at a very young age (before his 33 birthday) he worked on the construction of his own enterprise, East Consulting (later called East Group), which he developed from the bases, together with his partners, into a successful organisation, which continues to grow even today, at a dynamic pace.
Even from the start of his career, Zsolt was highly concerned about providing professional support to new talents. Numerous young businessmen and CEO's, who have since become successful and well-known, started their career under Zsolt's mentorate.
In 2008, he was an active participant of the process as a result of which a professional college (initially a club) aimed at the practice-oriented development of remarkably talented students, as known as GTK, was established in collaboration with the Hungarian department of the Faculty of Economics and Business Administration of Cluj.
Ever since, the college has continuously grown as new talented members have joined GTK, who were also interested in international programmes, hence the need to provide a conscious and long-term plan for the funding and operation of the professional college.
The foundation established with this purpose has proudly taken up and bears the name of Zsolt Antal. Despite his young age, Zsolt became a true and eternal role model for the college thanks to his mentality, exceptional perseverance, stamina, efficiency, creativity and last but not least unequalled human values provide guidance even today to each GTK student and alumni.
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It was a moment that many young athletes dream of: playing under the lights at an NFL stadium for a championship with their best friends and teammates. It was a cold, snowy night in December at MetLife Stadium (home of the New York Giants), and we were playing for the New Jersey High School State Championship. Weighing in at 165 pounds, I knew it was a tough matchup against our much bigger rivals, Mountain Lakes.
Friends, family, and loved ones lined the stands to cheer us on despite the freezing temperatures. As I walked out for the first play, I remember looking up and thinking, "Is this real life? Are we really playing on the same field that the New York Giants play on right now?" That realization hit me—literally—on the first play of the game. Mountain Lakes was known for having the biggest team in the area—a 215-pound running back, 275-pound lineman, and a scrambling quarterback who went on to play for a top Division I college.
I remember it as if it were yesterday. The first play of the game was a toss to the left. Lined up at safety, I watched the play develop as our defensive end, linebacker, and cornerback all got blocked. The only one left to make the play was me. . . In my mind it was feasible. I had made plenty of tackles during my career, so this one should have been no different. As I lowered my shoulder pads to try to deliver a hard hit, and send a message to the running back–WHAM! The next thing I knew, I was lying on the ground, looking down the sideline as the running back ran into the end zone for a touchdown. Not only was I confused as to what had happened, but I very quickly realized something wasn't right. My entire left shoulder was numb, and I couldn't feel my right leg. Fortunately, my teammates helped me off the field to go see our athletic trainer. It wasn't until I was on the sideline that I found out not one, but two of the 275-pound lineman came around and blocked me from the side to spring the running back into the end-zone. Needless to say, I was hurting bad, and the game had just begun.
Our trainer looked at me and said, "You have two options: either you can come out of the game, and we can get you rested for basketball season, or we'll do what we can to make sure you finish out this last game." No brainer. Five minutes later I turned into a science experiment—a wrap extending from my shoulder, down around my leg and knee, in order to keep me functional. I had torn my MCL, received a bad stinger, and, without a doubt, suffered some serious head trauma from the hard-hit straight on the ground. Ten aspirin later, a correct guess at some fingers he was holding up, and I made my way back out on to the field.
We ended up losing that game by a large margin (it was an amazing experience, nonetheless). I planned to be sidelined from basketball (the season started the following week) for several weeks after, in order to rehab my MCL, but that wasn't even the major setback for me. At the time, no one knew that I could hardly sleep at night, had constant headaches, and frequently left class due to nausea and vomiting throughout the next week. Looking back, there is zero doubt that I had a concussion/mild TBI following that game. In fact, there is no doubt that I suffered multiple brain injuries throughout my short-lived career, but this was by far the most memorable for me.
The reason for this article isn't to re-live the glory days and talk about some of my high school memories, but rather to talk about how quick and easy it is to get a brain injury/concussion, how easily it gets overlooked, and, knowing what I know now, how to determine if I could have done anything differently. For anyone who knew me in high school, I was the biggest "carb-aholic." I ate 4 bowls of cereal for breakfast (usually Lucky Charms or Captain Crunch), a cafeteria lunch plus a carb-filled weight gainer shake (I was trying to bulk up that 165-pound frame) and usually a nice Italian dinner at night (thanks Mom J). If time spared me, I would eat a sleeve of Oreos before bed…literally an entire sleeve. Thus, the concept of a ketogenic diet was nowhere near my radar nor had I ever heard, read, or seen anything even remotely close to the concept. At that time, the only answers I got from my doctors, my trainers, and even my parents were simple: rest and Advil. However, if I could go back and do it all over again, is there anything I would have done differently? How could I take what I know now and let 17-year-old Ryan know that there might be a different way he could deal with that traumatic brain injury (TBI)?
TBI is a leading cause of death and disability in infants (<2 years) and adolescents (15–18). Additionally, over 20% of pediatric patients who have suffered a TBI experience lifelong physical disabilities, such as "cognitive impairments with persistent attention, memory and concentration deficits as well as emotional disorders such as anxiety and depression, which can significantly influence academic and work performance and cause profound social dysfunction later in life." The financial burden alone is alarming; The US spends about $1 billion per year just on pediatric TBI patients. Further, the NFL is expected to pay out well over $250 million (and counting) in their recent settlement with former players who are now experiencing long-term effects, or even chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE)– a progressive degenerative disease of the brain found in individuals with a history of repetitive brain trauma, including symptomatic concussions and asymptomatic sub-concussive hits to the head.
Just recently, a study was published that looked at repetitive head impacts (RHI) and cognitive function in youth athletes. To put this in perspective, worldwide more than 22 million children and adolescents are exposed to RHIs in soccer alone. On average, soccer players perform 6–12 headers (a technique where the player uses the top of their head to move the ball down the field) per game and many more during practice, resulting in thousands of headers over a player's career. This study looked at the cognitive function of a group of 15-year-old male soccer players throughout a season. They found that the players who performed the most long-headers had a lack of improvement in cognitive performance, and slower reaction time compared to their counterparts.
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) occurs as the consequence of a direct or indirect mechanical force applied to the head. Following a concussion or blow to the head, there is an initial insult to the brain; however, many of the adverse effects we see may be caused by secondary injuries or events that take place long after the initial hit or insult happened. How could this be?
Following a concussion, the brain has an increased demand for energy. This makes sense in that the brain is doing its best to increase energy uptake to recover and overcome the repeated blows or blow that it has taken. However, there is one slight problem. . .the brain also has an impaired ability to take up glucose during this time. Think about that for a moment. At the time when our brains need energy the most, we have an impaired ability to take up glucose to provide that energy. So what do you think happens? This is where those secondary or longer-term injuries can start to occur, such as inflammatory changes, vascular changes, edema (swelling), and even free radical formation, which can all lead to damaged DNA, proteins, and increased cell death.
We should be able to rebound quickly after these insults, right? Not necessarily. In fact, after the initial injury period, brain glucose use is diminished for 24 hours and remains low for 5 to 14 days on average, and at times for months, depending on the severity of the injury. These levels of depressed glucose metabolism are strongly associated with cognitive impairments. Clearly, our brains don't enjoy dealing with these types of impairments and blows to the head that frequently take place in various sports and situations. The question becomes: can our body adapt to utilizing a different fuel source for energy during this critical time of need, or are we just stuck waiting on the "slow drip" glucose to try to make itself into the brain?
TBI results in impaired brain energy metabolism. What if there was an alternative source of fuel that could be used during this time? In fact, what if our brains automatically increased the transporters necessary to take up more of this alternative fuel source during this dire time of need? There is an alternative source of fuel, and it is a fuel that our body is well equipped to use, yet we seldom allow it to do so.
It is known that both rats and humans are ketotic when born, and therefore rely heavily on ketones for fuel. Thus, from the start, our bodies have the ability to take up and utilize ketones as a source of fuel. This means that there are certain transporters or tunnels that can take ketones into the brain and various other tissues for use during times of starvation, or when carbohydrate levels in the diet are low (e.g., during a ketogenic diet). However, as we age, it is possible that these transporters or tunnels decrease due to the nature of our diet (eating carbohydrate-rich foods, always snacking, etc.).
Prins and Giza found that following a TBI, certain transporters (or tunnels) that take up ketones into the brain are increased. It is almost as if our bodies understand there is a need to get an alternative source of fuel to the brain. Thus, to help take up ketones for fuel, it is plausible that MCT2 tunnels become upregulated. Even though the transporters are elevated, many athletes and individuals tend to consume sugar-rich sports drinks or carbohydrate-laden foods, so it is as if tunnels are wide open but no cars are driving through (i.e., ketones aren't going through the tunnel transporters).
1. Ketones provide an alternative fuel source to glucose, which can help overcome the energy deficit seen during trauma. Specifically, while glucose takes several enzymatic steps to move into the Krebs cycle of the mitochondria, ketones only require three steps.
2. Ketones can lower free radical production, first by improving mitochondrial function, and second by increasing antioxidant enzymes, which counter oxidative stress.
3. Ketones may improve mitochondrial function and number.
4. Ketones have been shown to lower inflammatory markers.
Back in the early 2000s, studies showed that infusing ketones (BHB) following a TBI in an adult rat resulted in improved ATP (energy) concentrations. Future studies built on this work by placing adolescent and adult rats on a ketogenic diet either one week before, or immediately after experimentally induced TBI. The ketogenic diet decreased the size of the lesions in the brain, improved cognitive and motor function, and decreased cell death. Without going into too much detail, there are differences between how younger and older animals responded, primarily because adolescent mice have been shown to have over 80% more of the ketone transporter proteins than older adults. However, studies have shown that exercise can actually increase these transporters, along with longer duration ketogenic diets. Therefore, it may be that as we get older, a combination of exercise, ketogenic dieting, periodic fasting, and exogenous ketones are necessary to elevate ketones to a level that is adequate to overcome the energy deficit after a TBI.
By no means am I a medical doctor, nor do I intend to give medical advice. Instead, this is advice to my former self on what I would have done, now that I understand the research behind TBIs. Had I known what I do now, I would have implemented some strategies to allow me to potentially overcome some of those rough days and weeks following that big blow. First and foremost, I would have been fasting. Studies have shown that fasting animals for 24 hours after a trauma resulted in a significant increase in tissue sparing (lowered oxidative stress), neuroprotection, cognitive function, and mitochondrial function. Additionally, I would have supplemented with exogenous ketones and done hyperbaric oxygen therapy during this time, had they been available. Ideally, I would have opted for one that was efficaciously dosed and elevated ketone levels to a point in which they could be utilized and taken up by the brain (being that there is a direct correlation with the number of ketones present in the blood and uptake in the brain). Lastly, I would have lowered my carbohydrate intake and gone on a ketogenic diet following the game, and incorporated periods of intermittent fasting. Ideally, this would have occurred prior to the trauma so that I would have been keto-adapted. However, my carbohydrate-addicted self would not have seen a reason why I needed to give up my morning cereal and Yoo-hoo prior to an incident like this.
It is clear that a TBI results in an energy crisis in the brain and impairs metabolism immediately after, and for up to several months following the insult. Research suggests that correcting the energy crisis may assist in recovery from the insult, and may restore cellular energy to the brain. Adolescents placed on a ketogenic diet before and following injury may benefit tremendously; However, adults seem to require a longer period of time on the diet to increase the "tunnels" (MCT1, MCT2 transporters) and ketone production. As a protective measure, adults may need to keto-adapt for a longer period of time, even prior to receiving TBI. For this reason, it may be efficacious for athletes in contact sports to consider being on a ketogenic diet more permanently. If this is not the case, exogenous ketone supplementation and intermittent fasting strategies seem to be an incredibly viable option to aide in this regard.
Research with TBI and other neurological disorders like Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, etc. all seem to tie back to impaired brain energy metabolism (primarily derived from an inability to effectively utilize glucose). The current rates of concussions and TBI in sports are certainly alarming, and no one is more aware of this problem than the NFL. The current NFL settlement is resulting in hundreds of millions, if not billions, of dollars being paid to former NFL players who have experienced brain trauma and are dealing with the repercussions, or as some call it, "life after the game." There is a strong interest from the NFL in ways in which these injuries could be minimized prior to, during, and following the incidents. We are excited about some potential research and collaborations that we have been discussing with many of these organizations to test novel strategies in athletes in the near future. At the end of the day, if we could save just one player, one son, one father from something as brutal as CTE, then it is all worth it.
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Curious as to any benefit to someone suffering years after a TBI ? Any research ? Please publish a follow up article !
The research is still coming out but we will be sure to continue to publish work!
Currently there is not much research in humans. Yet!
Can we conclude that exogenous ketones would benefit all of these populations as well?
Which populations are you referring to?
I have been "keto" for nearly 2 months, and have a TBI. I have felt/experienced mental clarity while at work as an occupational therapist, and I do not freak out if I miss a dose of stimulant for attention and initiation of tasks as I used to.


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Samuel Chukwueze Biography, Age, Career, Networth & Salary
Last Updated - August 30, 2019
Just recently, Samuel Chukwueze became one of the most talked-about players in the Nigerian National Team (Super Eagles).
Samuel Chukwueze On The Pitch At The AFCON Quarter-Finals Against South Africa
If you're interested in knowing more about this incredible player, the we've got you covered because, in this article, we will be talking about Samuel Chukwueze biography, net worth, salary in 2019, stats, age, education and so much more.
Before going into the full detail about the biography of this young Nigerian footballer, let's take a glance through his basic facts.
Samuel Chukwueze: Basic Facts
Samuel Chukwueze Biography, Networth, Salary, Age, Career & All You Need To Know (2019)
Football Career
Salary & Market Value
Real Names – Samuel Chukwueze Chimerenka
Nationality – Nigerian
State of Origin – Umuahia, Abia State
Age – 20 Years
Date of Birth – 22 May 1999
Occupation – Professional Footballer
Current Club – Villarreal C.F
Role Model – Arjen Robben
Estimated Networth(2019) – $200,000
Samuel Chukwueze Chimerenka is a professional Nigerian footballer who plays for the Nigerian National Team and Villarreal C.F – a Spanish football club in the Laliga.
He hails from Ugba Ibeku in Umuahia North LGA of Abia State and was born on the 22nd of May, 1999 into the family of the Chukwueze's.
Samuel was born and brought up in a Christian home and he is the first child of the family with 2 younger siblings – a boy and a girl.
His father is a Minister of God and his mother is a nurse and they(Samuel and his siblings) were raised in a very strict Christian home.
Samuel Chukwueze completed his primary school education in Umuahia, Abia State, Nigeria and proceeded to the Government College, Umuahia to complete his secondary education but later finished at Evangel College, Isiochi.
We currently do not have information about his university education. This post will be updated in due time when we have that.
Samuel Chukwueze was born on the 22nd of May, 1990 and he is currently 20 years old (as of 2019).
Samuel Chukwueze On The Pitch For Villarreal CF
Samuel fell in love with football at the age of 5 but started playing active football when he turned 8.
He draws his inspiration from Nigerian football legend – Jay-Jay Okocha.
He played for Future Hope U-8 & U-10 teams then he moved to New Generation Academy and played for a little while before joined Diamond Academy where his professional football career started.
Chukwueze experienced the biggest turn around of his professional career when he joined Villarreal CF's prolific youth setup from his Nigerian local side – Diamond Academy in 2017.
After being initially assigned to the club's Juvenile A squad, he made his senior debut with the reserves on 15 April 2018, coming on as a second-half substitute for Sergio Lozano in a 1–1 Segunda División B away draw against CE Sabadell FC.
He scored his first goal for Villareal C.F on May 30th, 2018 after netting the second goal for his team in a 3–1 away defeat against Bilbao Athletic.
Chuwkueze made his official first-team debut on September 20, 2018, after replacing Nicola Sansone in a 2-2 home draw against Rangers for the 2018/19 UEFA Europa League.
This young talented footballer has also played for Nigeria at under-17 level.
Chukwueze received his first call-up to the senior team in October 2018 and he was part of the Nigerian Super Eagles squad for African Cup of Nations hosted in Egypt.
He scored his first senior goal in Nigeria's 2–1 win over South Africa in the quarter-finals of the 2019 AFCON.
Despite his success, his parents originally didn't want him to play football, but eventually allowed him to pursue his career after realizing his amazing talent.
Samuel Chukwueze currently earns a weekly salary of € 250 and an annual salary of € 13,000.
He currently has a market value of € 5,000,000.
He plays for Villarreal C.F and the Nigerian National Team (Super Eagles) as a winger.
Award/Achievements
Samuel also has a number of awards to himself. Some of these awards are listed below.
Bronze Boot at the FIFA U-17 world cup in Chile.
MCL Cup most valuable player in the year 2016.
Diamond football academy Most Influential Player of the year 2016
Man of the match in Nigeria's 2-1 win over South Africa.
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