Introduction: Breast cancer is among the leading causes of death among women globally. Its mortality and morbidity are highest in Africa despite the low prevalence. Sadly, breast screening has never been taking seriously in this region thus rendering management of the disease dif...
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Research Article10.9734/ijtdh/2020/v41i1630362
Background: Generally, but especially domestic waste has been seen to be the most problematic of all generated waste by households and individuals has employed the habit of just throwing away waste indiscriminately and hence the management of these indiscriminate waste has become...
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Research Article10.9734/air/2025/v26i31337
Adanna Nneoma Chukwuocha, Anyalewechi Eunice Nwoke, Chidozie Joakin Nwaokoro, Ugonma Winnie Dozie, Chikadibia Kizito Odinaka, Ijeoma Fredrica Obodoechi, Chidinma Nkem Igwe, Okoro Chisomuaga Chidinma, Oluchi Gloria Onyechere, Ngozi Victoria Akam & Joy Victoria Osuoji·Advances in Research·2026
Background: This study is an extract from a larger body of work. Adolescents are particularly vulnerable to engaging in risky sexual behaviours due to developmental changes, peer influence, and limited access to accurate sexual health information. Digital platforms have emerged a...
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Research Article10.9734/air/2026/v27i31652
Identification and characterization of Schistosoma species in freshwater are crucial for understanding the transmission dynamics of schistosomiasis and implementing effective control measures. This study aimed to molecularly identify and characterize Schistosoma species in freshw...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpr/2026/v15i1432
Chinonyerem Q. Odinkemere, Uzochukwu G. Ekeleme, Chinelo Nebe, Stephanie Akunna Adiruo, Christopher Chike A. Okereke, Ugonma Winnie Dozie, Chidinma O. Akanazu, Juliana Chinyere Omire, Ikwuagwu, Vivian O, Nkachukwu Faith Ngozi, Joy Adaku Mbachu, Asuzu, Eleanor Nneka, Elijah A. Otutu, Lilian Ugwulor, Adindu Kalu, Victor Simeon-Ahaotu, Mbalya Jude Rabo & Ifeoma Uche Ude·South Asian Journal of Research in Microbiology·2026
Antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) is a strategy aimed at optimizing the use of antimicrobials to fight against resistance. This study aimed to assess the knowledge, attitudes, practices, and challenges of antimicrobial stewardship among nurses at the University of Benin Teaching Ho...
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Research Article10.9734/sajrm/2026/v20i6508
Primary Health Care (PHC) is considered to be the foundation of a proper functioning health system and it has been accepted worldwide as a cost-saving approach to better population health results, especially among population groups who are at risk, like women of childbearing age...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpr/2026/v15i1431
Sampson Margret, Uzochukwu G. Ekeleme, Christopher Chike A. Okereke, Stephanie Akunna Adiruo, Bagbi Loveday Elebari, Ugonma Winnie Dozie, Osuji Chidubem Daniel, Ezejindu Cosmas Nnadozie, Chinyere Adanna Alinno, Juliana Chinyere Omire, Nkachukwu Faith Ngozi & Uchechukwu M. Chukwuocha·Microbiology Research Journal International·2025
Introduction: Schistosomiasis, caused by parasitic trematodes of the genus Schistosoma, remains a major public health challenge in many tropical and subtropical regions, particularly in communities with inadequate access to sanitation and safe drinking water. In Rivers State, Nig...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i111653
Bagbi Loveday Elebari, Uchechukwu Madukaku Chukwuocha, Uzochukwu Godswill Ekeleme, Nwikasi Kiaka, Chimezie Christian Iwuala, Ugonma Winnie Dozie, Sokiprim Akoko & Mboi Stanley Samuel·International Journal of Pathogen Research·2025
In Nigeria, schistosomiasis remains an important public health concern, particularly among riverine communities where frequent human-water contact makes transmission easier. In Rivers State, this study examined the degree of exposure and water contact in relation to Schistosoma i...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpr/2025/v14i5398
Background: Cervical cancer poses a major public health challenge, especially in low-resource settings where advanced screening is scarce. Visual Inspection with Acetic Acid (VIA) and Visual Inspection with Lugol’s Iodine (VILI) serve as alternatives to HPV testing. This study ev...
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Research Article10.9734/ijtdh/2025/v46i41650
Chinyere Adanna Alinno, Juliana Chinyere Omire, Christopher Chike (A.) Okereke, Sampson Margret, Bagbi Loveday Elebari, Chidinma (O.) Akanazu, Ugonma Winnie Dozie, Stanley Samuel Mboi, Osuji Chidubem Daniel, Ezejindu Cosmas Nnadozie, Uchechukwu (M.) Chukwuocha & Uzochukwu (G.) Ekeleme·South Asian Journal of Parasitology·2026
Schistosomiasis remains a public health concern in various communities in Nigeria, contributing to morbidity and mortality. This research investigated schistosomiasis in vulnerable populations among school-children aged 5-16 years in shoreline communities, Rivers State. Using a c...
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Research Article10.9734/sajp/2026/v9i1266
This study examined the relationship between waste disposal and the incidences of malaria and diarrhoea in the Port Harcourt Local Government Area in Rivers State. A cross-sectional descriptive design was embraced, and 420 respondents were chosen in four communities (Port Harcour...
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Research Article10.9734/sajp/2026/v9i1261