Components of makeups and cosmetic supply may serve as source and medium for the growth of microorganisms. A vast majority of females nowadays apply makeups in order to enhance their facial looks. Repetitive use and sharing of the makeup brushes by different customers may become...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2023/v23i3715
This study was carried out to isolate and identify microorganisms that are associated with barbers’ clippers in some barbers’ shops in Rivers State University and its environment. A total of thirty (30) samples were collected from the various barbing salons both within and around...
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Research Article10.9734/jammr/2023/v35i95007
Introduction: The short falls in the distribution of treated pipe borne water leads to resort to alternative sources of drinking water. Comparative analysis of sachet, bottle and tap water supply sources in Port Harcourt Metropolis Rivers State, Nigeria, was conducted by applying...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2022/v22i12693
Background: Gastritis is an inflammation of the protective lining of the stomach which has been a global burden in the past decades. It can be caused by irritation, excessive alcohol use, chronic vomiting, stress, or the use of certain medications such as aspirin or other anti-in...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2022/v22i730468
Onions (Allium cepa), a vegetable plant is consumed globally for its culinary and medicinal importance. Despite the various health benefits ascribed to onions, several rumours have been spread, especially on the online media as regards its ability to act as a sponge absorbing mic...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2020/v20i530239
Background: The present study was carried out to assess the antimicrobial effect of honey on bacterial isolates from sachet water sold within Eligbolo Community in Port Harcourt, Nigeria. Methodology: Five brands of sachet water commonly consumed by the people living in Eligbolo...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2020/v12i230191
Background: The microbial ecosystem in the human intestine is complex and it plays a great role in health and nutrition. Cultural techniques have been used over the years to study the gut microbiota but studies suggest that a greater percentage of these bacteria found in the gut...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2019/v17i430151
Background: The antifungal activities of fresh garlic (Allium sativum) and ginger (Zingiber officinale) on the growth of three known pathogenic fungi were investigated. The test organisms were Aspergillus spp Penicillium spp and Candida albicans. Methodology: Two different concen...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2019/v4i430075
Background: Bacteria present in the atmosphere often show predicable patterns across space and time. and these patterns and properties of the bacteria can be affected by presence of soot which is generated by artisanal refining and excessive burning of fossil fuel. These bacteria...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2022/v32i330376
This study aims at determining the prevalence of Vibrio cholerae among the people of Andoni Local Government. One hundred stool samples were collected after administering well-structured questionnaire and were analysed with standard microbiological techniques which includes; macr...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2021/v7i230212
Background: Most women regard any secretion from the vagina as abnormal discharge and the first task for primary health care giver is to confirm whether it is physiological or pathological. Aim: The aim of this study is to determine the prevalence rate of Candida infection among...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2019/v2i230099
Streptococcus pyogenes is a Group A β-haemolytic Streptococcus, responsible for pyogenic infections especially among children. Its diagnostic detection has been a challenge especially in hospitals with limited resources. The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of St...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpr/2019/v2i330072
Several diagnostic approaches are available for the detection of Helicobacter pylori The aim of this study was to evaluate the non-invasive and invasive methods of diagnosing H. pylori infections. A total of three hundred (300) samples each for stool and blood were subjected to n...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2022/v22i12695
This study was carried out to assess the Physicochemical and Bacteriological qualities of borehole water sources in Gokana Local Government Area, Rivers State, Nigeria. Twenty (20) boreholes were used for the study and a total of sixty (60) water samples were collected for bacter...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpr/2019/v3i3-430100
Mosquitoes are a menace for millions of people around the world, they are vectors for destructive microorganisms which cause diseases like Malaria, Dengue fever and Lymphatic filariasis, affecting people in developing countries and areas with tropical climates. Anopheles, a predo...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2022/v32i630394
Introduction: Certain kitchen utensils used for food preparation can present significant risk because they are manufactured with materials such as aluminum, stainless steel and enamel that can be hazardous or contaminate food when heated. Aim: The aim of this study was to determi...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2022/v22i930484
Background: Bitter leaf and palm oil combination in treating diarrhoea is common in Africa. The aim of this study is to determine the synergistic and antimicrobial potential of Vernonia amygdalina and Elaeis guineensis on bacteria isolates from diarrheic stool. Methodology: One h...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2022/v32i430384