Background: Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection remains a global health challenge, affecting millions of people worldwide. Globally, HBV prevalence is 3.2% and in Nigeria, the rate is 8.1%. Aim: To determine the prevalence of hepatitis B surface antigen and how certain demographics...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2024/v34i91476
Background: Human Immunodeficiency Virus is a lentivirus, a member of Retroviridae family that causes Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome. Globally, it was estimated that about 0.7% adult, aged 15- 49 years are living with HIV, with a prevalence of about 1.4% in Nigeria. However,...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2024/v15i6350
Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB), an infectious airborne bacterium primarily impacting the lungs and instigating a chronic inflammatory response, persists as an enduring menace. This study aims to evaluate the interplay between MTB infection and associated risk factors in Rive...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2024/v24i3810
Tuberculosis (TB), caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB), is a significant public health concern in Nigeria, with varying prevalence across different regions. This study aimed to assess the prevalence of MTB infection and its association with socio-demographic variables in R...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2024/v24i4811
Background: HIV poses a substantial global health challenge, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa, where Nigeria grapples with a disproportionate burden. Three Local Government Area of Rivers State, Nigeria, known for distinctive HIV patterns, are the focus. In Nigeria, South-South...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpr/2024/v13i4295