Akhaine J. Precious, B. Adejumo Florence, Onome O. Iyere, B. Barika, Abdulmalik, C. Awe Tolulope, I. Edeh Daniel, Edigberhi Emmanuel, Ogunmola Botiwuoluwa, I. Aliu Khalid, A. Abiodun, Matthew, D. Chiegboka, Chrysanthus & C. M. Uzobuenyi·International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health·2026
Background: Dengue fever is an important mosquito-borne viral infection with increasing public health relevance in Nigeria. Caregivers play a central role in household-level prevention and early care-seeking for children. This study assessed knowledge and attitudes regarding deng...
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Research Article10.9734/ijtdh/2026/v47i71763
Akhaine J. Precious, Ulo, Rebecca O., Aletor Faith O., Umogbai A. David, Nwankwo E. Uche, Egwowa M. Elo-Oghene, Akhigbe Mabel O., Ehiede A. Mercy, Oruo Precious A., Orakwe T. Alvin, Odion Hendrix E., Aluede O. Atohengbe, Uche-Ugeh N. Ifeoma, Ibhasuote Alfred O. & Okonkwo C. Stephen·Asian Journal of Case Reports in Surgery·2025
Foreign body ingestion constitutes a significant clinical and emergency concern, particularly among pediatric populations but also affecting adults, often leading to serious or life-threatening complications. Presentation commonly varies depending on the ingested object's type an...
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Research Article10.9734/ajcrs/2025/v8i2668
Akhaine J. Precious, Onu S. Ngozi, Dongo E. Naomi, Ayemoro O. Temitope, Oiku M. Omofuma, Ananwuna P. Nnagozie, Lebechi N. Opara, Madu, W. Chimezie, Okeke O.Daniel, Ighodaro T. Osazuwa, Ogedegbe S. Idemudia & Ozigbo F. Oziegbe·International Research Journal of Oncology·2025
Introduction: Breast cancer is a growing menace to the world, especially in developing West Africa countries such as Nigeria. Its incidence in Nigeria has been rising and yet so many cases remain undocumented especially due to poor reportage and late presentation. A number of iss...
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Research Article10.9734/irjo/2025/v8i1172
Sulymon A. Saka, Martins O. Odafen, Obiajulum N. Emekolom, Blessed Oseikhuemen, Williams I. Courage, Akhigbe E. Marvelous, Chukwuka E. Elochukwu & Akhaine J. Precious·International Research Journal of Oncology·2024
Background: Prostate cancer poses a significant health challenge globally, necessitating comprehensive understanding, awareness, and proactive screening practices. Objective: This study addressed the existing gaps in knowledge, perceptions, and screening practices related to pros...
Ikiakhele O. Rosemary, Aideloje O. Cynthia, Ogedegbe S. Idemudia, Umolu E. Ofure, Ehizuelen G. Ehis, Eze O.Samuel, Ugwu E. Francis, Aigbodion. O. Violet & Akhaine J. Precious·Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports·2024
Background/Aim: Bioethics examines the ethical problems that arise from advancements in biology and medicine, focusing on moral considerations related to healthcare policies and practices. The aim of this study was to assess the practice of Bioethics education in a tertiary insti...
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Research Article10.9734/ajarr/2024/v18i10769
Uangbaoje A. Cyril, Okhuoya U. Elizabeth, Okoduwa Darlington, Ajakaiye David, Abebe E. Stephen, Salami B. Goodluck, Osejele I. Meshach, Oiku A. Jeremy & Akhaine J. Precious·Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research·2024
Background: Malaria is one of the most important public health and life-threatening parasitic infections caused by the protozoan parasite- Plasmodium. The WHO Global technical strategy for malaria 2016–2030, updated in 2021, provides a technical framework for all malaria-endemic...
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Research Article10.9734/jammr/2024/v36i15354
Osejele I. Meshach, Salami G. Braimah, Uhomoibhi O. David, Omokaro E. Junior, Ehizuelen G. Ehis, Abebe E. Stephen, Uangbaoje A. Cyril, Emmanuel E. Enobakhare, Odafen Martins & Akhaine J. Precious·Journal of Education, Society and Behavioural Science·2024
Background: The human papilloma virus (HPV), a principal factor in the development of cervical cancer, is identified as one of the most widespread sexually transmitted infections, leading to a variety of conditions globally, from warts to cancer. It is estimated that 75% of peopl...
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Research Article10.9734/jesbs/2024/v37i21303
Usoro U.T Edidiongobong, Ehikwe, G. Ifesinachi, Egwowa M. Elo-Oghene, Enioya, G. Eshiemah, Etukokwu Ijeoma U., Isuekebhor O. Cynthia, Chukwuneke M. Osita, Ikponmwosa V. Ebuwa, Okolie C. Obinna, Akpa N. Kenneth & Akhaine J. Precious·Asian Journal of Pediatric Research·2025
The understanding of child health has significantly evolved over the years. Modern perspectives recognize that a healthy childhood is shaped by a complex interplay of factors—biological, social, environmental, and psychological. The study aimed to understand the impact of materna...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpr/2025/v15i2422
Okhihan B. Ivie, Oigbochie Elijah, Agbujie O. Victory, Akeredolu W. Utome, Saka A. Sulymon, Abebe E. Stephen, Oiku A. Jeremy, Uangbaoje A. Cyril, Ajakaiye David, Osejele I. Meshach & Akhaine J. Precious·Asian Research Journal of Gynaecology and Obstetrics·2024
Background: To achieve the sustainable development goal of lowering maternal death rates, it's crucial to enhance the availability of obstetric procedures, including cesarean sections. The restricted access of women to both routine and emergency obstetric care in Nigeria signific...
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Research Article10.9734/arjgo/2024/v7i1209
Nwabuowan P. Chijindu, Umoren Iyore F., Oyakhilome Osarenoma B., Enodegbe J. Immaculate, Aigbovbiosa O. Daniel, Akhere Jessica S., Ohams Emmanuel C., Egogo A. Osemekhian, Edore Eghonghon, Usman Abu I., Ukponahiunsi O. Hope, Akhaine J. Precious, Ekweozor Chukwudi J. & I. Aliu Khalid·Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research·2025
Introduction: Adherence to Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy (HAART) remains a critical challenge in HIV management, particularly in low-resource settings. Despite global advancements, suboptimal adherence persists in Nigeria, undermining treatment efficacy and increasing the...
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Research Article10.9734/jammr/2025/v37i115986
Chiegboka S. Frances, Usoro U.T Edidiongobong, Odion Hendrix E., Enotiemonria J. Ighodalo, Etukokwu Ijeoma U., Awolo O. Daniel, Akeredolu W. Utome, Abebe E. Stephen, Oshadiya O. Christian, Osamuyi Emmanuella I., Ezedigwe O. Collins, Osigbeme Azemobor & Akhaine J. Precious·Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research·2024
Background: Co-morbidities in Lassa fever refers to the presence of other underlying medical conditions or diseases in individuals infected with the virus. These co-morbidities can significantly affect the progression and outcome of Lassa fever, making it a complex and challengin...
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Research Article10.9734/jammr/2024/v36i75516
Ogedegbe S. Idemudia, Isabu O. Danibelle, Chiegboka S. Frances, Idialu .O.Perpetual, Uhomoibhi D. Osezimen, Chukwuneke M. Osita, Chinedu M. Ekene, Yakubu F. Damilola, Odion Hendrix E., Uangbaoje A. Cyril, Eguare O. Grace, Ehizuelen G. Ehis & Akhaine J. Precious·International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health·2024
Background: Medical waste, also referred to as healthcare waste, has been defined by the World Health Organization (WHO) as “all the waste generated within healthcare facilities, research centers, and laboratories related to medical procedures; including the same types of waste g...
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Research Article10.9734/ijtdh/2024/v45i71559
Okpu U. Jeremiah, Uhomoibhi D. Osezimen, Ayemoro O. Temitope, Okeke O.Daniel, Madu, W. Chimezie, Ohaneneye M. Chinedu, Eze O.Samuel, Aturamu A. Ayoyinka, Ugwoke O. Albert, Ugwu E. Francis, Okolo E. Ifeanyi, Idialu .O.Perpetual, Dongo E. Naomi, Akhaine J. Precious & Ezugwu O. Oliver·Asian Research Journal of Gynaecology and Obstetrics·2024
Background: Cervical cancer is a malignant condition affecting the cervix, with an average onset age of 45 years. It is the second most common cancer among women globally as in 2012, over 550,000 new cases of cervical cancer were diagnosed worldwide; of these, a large majority, a...
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Research Article10.9734/arjgo/2024/v7i1239
Iyoriobhe Iziengbe, Chiegboka S. Frances, Okonkwo C. Stephen, Ezedigwe O. Collins, Usoro U.T Edidiongobong, Okolo C. Caleb, Enotiemonria J. Ighodalo, Awolo O. Daniel, Ugwoke O. Albert, Eman-Henshaw O., Ohioma M. Ohis, Ohaneneye M. Chinedu, Madu, W. Chimezie & Akhaine J. Precious·Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research·2024
Background: High blood pressure (HBP) is considered one of the most challenging public health problems worldwide and reported as the leading risk factor for both cardiovascular death and hospitalization. If blood pressure is not properly controlled, it can cause complications suc...
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Research Article10.9734/jammr/2024/v36i95577
Njoku Gloria M., Odo Ifunanya H., Agorua A. Zimuzochuckwu, Asispal Singh, Idongesit Akpan-Brown, Oge S. Onwe, Monehin Olaniyi J., Okike Ugonnaya M., Okeh Chibuike I., Eke Enyichi L., Umerah Juliet U., Nwankwo Chinedu, Ifezuoke F. Nonso, Lucy Aja & Akhaine J. Precious·Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research·2025
Background information: Misuse and overuse of antimicrobials are the main drivers in the development of drug-resistant pathogens. This study exposes the level of knowledge of AMR and the abuse of antimicrobial drugs as well, identifies areas for intervention to limit the continue...
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Research Article10.9734/jammr/2025/v37i115973
Alo Stephen N., Onumaru T. Nwiboko, Nwodom F. Nwobodo, Uguru Precious O., Olatokun T. Philip, Ewelugo Claire A., Nwachukwu Ifeanyi, Onu S. Ngozi, Oiku M. Omofuma, Ojeh F. Golden, Oni Toluwani A., Ukoha Chinemerem. B., Ifeagwazi Paul-Alex, Igweze C. Onyekachukwu & Akhaine J. Precious·Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research·2025
Background: Anthropometric measurement involves measurement of different parameters which include the height, weight and body mass index. These parameters helped in determining the risk factor associated with cardiovascular diseases. There is highly suspected association between...
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Research Article10.9734/jammr/2025/v37i55843
Ojeh F. Golden, Oguwike David M., Nworie Chiamaka R., Ideyi Chikezie, Oiku M. Omofuma, Nwachukwu Ifeanyi, Onu S. Ngozi, Ewelugo Claire A., Oge S. Onwe, De-Nwigwe Chijindu B., Onumaru T. Nwiboko, Falade O. Modupe, Ibe Francis . N., Wontcheu N. E. Francine & Akhaine J. Precious·Asian Research Journal of Gynaecology and Obstetrics·2025
Background: Maternal and child health has become a key indicator of both global and national well-being. This is due to the fact that pregnancy and successful childbirth directly affect every individual, family, and community at some stage in life. Nigeria is among the African na...
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Research Article10.9734/arjgo/2025/v8i1273
Nwafor N. Bafford, Orji N. Jim, Obi M. Adaobi, Anyanwu Prisca. I, Alo Stephen N., Utah Francisca U., Okpata F. Chileka, Akaje Salamat A., Akuma G. Onyinyechi, Okafor Peace O., Keke Chukwuemeka O., Okorie I. Valerie, Nwakpa F. Nnabuife, Onu S. Ngozi & Akhaine J. Precious·International Research Journal of Oncology·2025
Background: Cervical cancer primarily develops as a result of a persistent infection with high-risk types of the human papillomavirus (HPV). It can affect women at any stage during their reproductive years and it has been observed over time that most women that are not medically...
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Research Article10.9734/irjo/2025/v8i1174
Arinze Queen U., Swetha Manoj, Onu S. Ngozi, Chiamaka Goodness Ujam, Darlyn .C. Ogbusu, Obasi Fortune . A., Ojeh F. Golden, Okonkwo Chukwuebuka . I., Eziechi E. Sandra, Katerina Paraskevas, Adetokunbo O. Priscilla, Prakrut Sethi, Theophilus Saudje, Okenwa D. Ada, Lawal Habiba & Akhaine J. Precious·International Neuropsychiatric Disease Journal·2025
Introduction: Postpartum depression and anxiety are critical maternal mental health issues, especially in low- and middle-income countries like Nigeria, where mental health services are limited. These conditions can harm both mothers and their children and are often undiagnosed a...
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Research Article10.9734/indj/2025/v22i4505
Enodegbe J. Immaculate, Okonkwo C. Stephen, Aigbovbiosa O. Daniel, Emakhu O. Endurance, Egwowa M. Elo-Oghene, Akhigbe Mabel O., Okolie C. Obinna, Egogo A. Osemekhian, Uzoma Victory I., Esezobor O. Doris, Uwakwe J. Arinze, Nwodo C. Lovette, Onome O. Iyere, Aideloje O. Cynthia, Orakwe T. Alvin & Akhaine J. Precious·Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research·2025
Background: Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is diagnosed by elevated blood glucose in pregnancy though the definition has changed repeatedly over the years. Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is defined as glucose intolerance of variable degree with onset or first recognitio...
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Research Article10.9734/jammr/2025/v37i55841
Abebe E. Stephen, Obaseki I. Flourish, Dongo E. Naomi, Idialu .O.Perpetual, Uhomoibhi D. Osezimen, Omokaro J. Endurance, Ehizuelen G. Ehis, Osejele I. Meshach, Uangbaoje A. Cyril, Ugwoke O. Albert, Okpu U. Jeremiah, Ighodaro T. Osazuwa, Ogedegbe S. Idemudia, Jerhovwen Joshua, Okolo C. Caleb & Akhaine J. Precious·International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health·2024
Introduction: Vaccine hesitancy is a major challenge to public health, particularly in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. This research was aimed at examining COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy in the Idumebo Community, Irrua, Edo State, Nigeria, to understand the factors influencing...
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Research Article10.9734/ijtdh/2024/v45i61550
Okereke K. Chinedu, Okeke E. Ikechukwu, Okonkwo C. Obianuju, Adediran F. Damilola, Chiamaka Goodness Ujam, Muoneke J. N., Idris O. Khalilullah, Ogenyi.O.Comfort, Umeozulu J. Ifunanya, Onu S. Ngozi, Ojeh F. Golden, Oiku M. Omofuma, Oni Toluwani A., Dotun Timilehin Oyeniyi, Nnanna C. Ogoma, Uwakwe J. Arinze & Akhaine J. Precious·International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health·2025
Background: Tuberculosis (TB) remains a serious global health challenge. Every year, it affects millions of people and is currently the leading cause of death from a single infectious agent surpassing even HIV. Several factors can influence the outcome of TB treatment, including...
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Research Article10.9734/ijtdh/2025/v46i61666
Iferikigwe, V. Chidera, Igwe Ebuka D., Ibegbunam Onyinye M., Ifede C. Jeremiah, Onu S. Ngozi, Ewelugo C. Amaechi, Uguru Precious, Ojeh F. Golden, Oiku M. Omofuma, Wontcheu N. E. Francine, Alo Stephen, Okereke Kingsley, Ideyi Chikezie, Oyiyechukwu Charles, Utah Francisca, Okechukwu Ogbonnaya & Akhaine J. Precious·International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health·2025
Background: HIV has been a significant public health challenge in Nigeria since its discovery. Effective anti-retroviral treatment requires high adherence levels, which remains a significant challenge with important implications. Aim: To determine the factors influencing the comp...
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Research Article10.9734/ijtdh/2025/v46i41642
Onu S. Ngozi, Oiku M. Omofuma, Ojeh F. Golden, Enya Victor, Manoj Swetha, Uguru Precious O., Etomike Obianyo, Tolulope Ajayi, Adediran F. Damilola, Ideyi Chikezie, Eze Chibuike, Chioma M. Muotoh, Tamegnon Dévi M., Katerina Paraskevas, Chinaza Ekwueme, De-Nwigwe Chijindu B., Elujekwute M. Chinedu, Maduka Somtochi. M. & Akhaine J. Precious·International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health·2025
Background: The malaria vaccine has proven effective in preventing malaria alongside other preventive methods. This study aimed to assess caregiver knowledge, willingness, and barriers to malaria vaccination in a tertiary healthcare facility in southeast Nigeria. It also explored...
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Research Article10.9734/ijtdh/2025/v46i71669