Aim: The Complete Blood Count (CBC) among hypertensive subjects in Isiala Mbano, Imo State, Nigeria West Africa were studied. Methodology: The American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association (2017) current definition of hypertension was used to ascertain, diagnoses and...
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Research Article10.9734/ijtdh/2020/v41i2330418
Introduction: Large populations and diversification of food plant species have continued to play an important role in sustaining healthy lifestyles and enhancing lifespan for everybody. This becomes imperative with growing environmental population and its resultant health hazards...
F. U. Agu, C. E. Ijioma, U. Odom, M. U. Elendu, N. B. Zurmi, F. U. Ogunnaya, I. O. Abali, O. Austin-Jemifor, J. E. Odarah, U. J. Ogbonna, A. C. Amuta, J. E. Areh & A. I. Airaodion·Asian Journal of Research in Cardiovascular Diseases·2023
Background: This cross-sectional survey aimed to determine the prevalence of hypertension among inmates in Nigerian correctional centres and explore associated risk factors. Methods: The study included 270 adult inmates (20 years and above) from Owerri Correctional Facility and O...
The aim of this study was to evaluate the anti-diabetic potential of ethanol extract of P. americana fruit peel (Pericarp). Peel obtained from ripe avocado fruits was thoroughly washed with clean tap water, dried at room temperature before being ground to fine powder after which...
Introduction: Food and water intake correlate positively. This may be due to their mutual dependence on body size, but an additional mechanism directly linking food and water intakes may also be involved. It is also believed that Cyperus esculentus (tiger nut) has some fertility...
Background: This study assessed the level of satisfaction of patients with TB implementation in selected DOTS accredited facilities. Methodology: A comparative cross-sectional analytic study involving rural and urban areas implementing DOTS for TB in Anambra State was done. A tot...
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Research Article10.9734/ijtdh/2021/v42i530457
J. N. Egwurugwu, M. C. Ohamaeme, C. N. Ekweogu, E. E. Ngwu, P. C. Ugwuezumba, F. U. Ogunnaya, B. C. Azudialu, D. I. Izunwanne, P. Nwamkpa, M. U. Elendu & I. G. Eberendu·Asian Journal of Medicine and Health·2018
Background: Formalin exposure is common in our environment. This study assessed the effects of formalin inhalation on renal function and physical features of albino wistar rats. Materials and Methods: Thirty apparently healthy male albino wistar rats, weighing between 100-160 g,...
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Research Article10.9734/AJMAH/2018/44412