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Gordon Dry Gin (Moringa Citrus Blend) Induce Adenomatous Hyperplasia in Female Sprague Dawley Rats

E. U. Eric, T. O. Alade & E. F. Eruvwahwe · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2019

Objectives: This study aim to investigate the histopathological effects of binge consumed Gordon’s dry gin moringa citrus blend on the uterus of adult female dawley Sprague rats. Materials: Fifty female rats (weighing range; 120±2.6 g - 250±3.5 g) were divided into four groups (A...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jammr/2019/v31i130276

Protective Effect of Terminalia chebula Extract in Doxorubicin Induced Hyperlipidemic Rats

Aamina Muneer & S. I. Rabbani · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2019

Aim: To study the anti-hyperlipidemic activity of Terminalia chebula in rats. Study Design: Hyperlipidemia was induced by administering doxorubicin and the effect of Terminalia chebula was studied in male and female rats. Methodology: Three doses of hydroalcoholic extract of Term...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jammr/2019/v30i1130275

Adherence to Isoniazid Preventive Therapy (IPT) among Children in Close Contact with Adult Pulmonary Tuberculosis (PTB) Patients

Nsirimobu Ichendu Paul & Nneka Gabriel-Job · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2019

Introduction: Tuberculosis (TB) is among the top ten leading cause of morbidity and mortality globally, and studies have shown that adherence to a six Month course of Isoniazid Preventive Therapy (IPT) reduces the incidence of TB disease in HIV-negative/positive populations at ri...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jammr/2019/v30i1130274

Epidemiology of Measles in Sudan

Taha Hussein Musa, Hassan Hussein Musa, Layla Ahmed Mohammed, Abdelkareem Abdallah Ahmed, Rehab Ibrahim Kambo, Idriss Hussein Musa, Tauseef Ahmad, Joseph Kawuki, Upama Ghimire, Nathan Obore, Shireen Salome Papabathini, Alieu Tommy & Lovel Fornah · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2019

Few epidemiological studies have been undertaken of measles disease among Sudanese, although measles is the third leading cause of death since 1995 among childhood diseases that can be prevented by immunization. The measles vaccine was introduced into the EPI program in 1985. In...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jammr/2019/v30i1130273

Zika Virus in Africa: Epidemiology and Determinants

Nathan Obore, Shireen Salome Papabathini, Upama Ghimire, Joseph Kawuki & Taha Hussein Musa · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2019

Zika virus (ZIKV) that was less known for decades suddenly became a global health emergency at the beginning of 2016. The virus was first discovered in the Zika forest of Uganda in 1947, and the first confirmed human infection was reported in Uganda between1962-1963. From its ori...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jammr/2019/v30i1130271

Spinal Accessory Dysfunction Following Neck Dissection with Harmonic Scalpel V/S Electrocautery – A Single Centre Experience

Mitesh Chandra Kaushik, Sucheta ., Chanchal Malhotra & Richa Pawar · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2019

Aims: This study is an effort towards comparing the efficacy of the Harmonic Focus and Electrosurgical technique with regard to nerve injury especially spinal accessory nerve and its morbidity postoperatively after neck dissection. Sample: Ninety patients of oral carcinoma who re...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jammr/2019/v30i1130272

Promoting Safer and More Efficient Medication Administration within the Accident and Emergency Department at Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation

Jessica Van Meter, Sally Dye, Amanda Clarke, Marcia Heylinger & Arlene Thomas · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2019

Objective: The Emergency Department is a complex environment in which healthcare providers are confronted with uncontrolled and unpredictable critical patient workload. This necessitates multitasking, organization, critical thinking and clear communication. Safe practices during...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jammr/2019/v30i1230252

Assessing the Incidence of Depression among Patients Attending the Chronic Disease Clinic at the Campbellville Health Centre

Sahodra Rambharose, Ruth Durkenne & Tamica Daniels-Williamson · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2019

Objective: To determine the incidence of depression among the chronic disease patients attending the Campbellville chronic disease clinic. Methods: Data were collected at the Campbellville Health Centre, during the chronic disease clinic hours from the 8th–18th April, 2019. Infor...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jammr/2019/v30i1230253

Emergency Readiness in Primary Health Care – A Case Study of Seven Health Centers with Family Medicine Residents in Guyana

Tariq Azar Jagnarine · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2019

Objectives: To understand emergency response in primary health care, to investigate the frequency and status of emergency preparedness at seven healthcare centres in Guyana with Family Residents. To enquire if the seven centres are equipped with human and other resources to respo...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jammr/2019/v30i1230254

From Best Evidence to Best Practice – Implementation of a Hand Washing Campaign in the Accident and Emergency Department of the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation

Jessica Van Meter, Sally Dye, Natansa Amsterdam, Gangapattie Dani, Le-Ann Hamilton & Bhumika Sookdeo · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2019

Objective: Hand washing compliance amongst emergency healthcare providers is complicated by limited supplies, patient volume, mal-positioning of hygiene materials, and lack of education on the importance of hand hygiene. Design and Methods: A survey was distributed to A&E hea...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jammr/2019/v30i1230255

Determination of MICs of Methicillin-resistant and Methicillin-susceptible Staphylococcus aureus Isolated from a Tertiary-care Hospital in Guyana

Drovashti Seepersaud, Tereasia Ramlochan & Paul Cheddie · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2019

Objective: Previous studies done in the hospital setting in Guyana have shown that the frequency of isolation of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus isolates far exceeds the worldwide estimate of 50%. These past studies have been based on the use of the Kirby-Bauer disk d...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jammr/2019/v30i1230256

What is the Prevalence of Use of Herbal Medicine When Compared to Prescribed Medications in Diabetic Patients at Enmore Polyclinic?

Aneisha Moore & Tamica Daniels-Williamson · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2019

Objective: To investigative the prevalence of herbal products used among Diabetic patients of Enmore Polyclinic and correlate with socio - demographic data and to find out the various types of herbal medicines used. Methods: A cross sectional study conducted at Enmore Polyclinic...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jammr/2019/v30i1230257

Improving the Quality of Care for Acute Pain Management in Recovery Room at the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation

Dorette Husbands-Anderson, Jennifer Szerb & Alexandra Harvey · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2019

Objectives: To observe the method of pain assessment and pain management intervention performed by nurses in the PACU. Methods and Design: A QI prospective observational study was conducted to observe nurse’s pain assessment and management of thirty (30) patients from the time of...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jammr/2019/v30i1230258

Outcomes of Breast Cancer Receptor Testing at the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation from December 2016 to December 2018

Sandy Solomon & Ravi Motilall · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2019

Objectives: To review the outcomes of oestrogen receptor (ER), progesterone receptor (PR) and Human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2) in breast cancer patients at GPHC over a 2 year period from December 2016-December 2018. Hypothesis: There is a higher incidence triple ne...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jammr/2019/v30i1230259

The Incidence and Short-term Outcome of Perforated Peptic Ulcers

Gabrielle DeNobrega, Ravi Motilall & Bibi Hussain · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2019

Objective: To determine the incidence of non-traumatic perforated gastro-duodenal ulcers in the surgical population at GPHC. To identify/ discuss mortality associated with perforated hallow viscus at GPHC and its related outcomes. Study Design and Methods: This study involves a r...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jammr/2019/v30i1230260