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International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health

Published by SCIENCEDOMAIN international · ISSN (electronic) 2278-1005

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Some Candles Emit Hazardous Materials for Human Health and are Indoor Air Pollutants

Ruhullah Massoudi & Amid Hamidi · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2017

Aims: The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effect of burning candles from paraffin sources to determine whether indoor environment under that condition is safe and healthy for human.                                                                                Study Desi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/IJTDH/2017/34965

Phenotypic Characterisation of Escherichia coli Isolates from Fish, Diarrheic and Healthy Children in Zanzibar, Tanzania

A. R. Rabia, P. N. Wambura, S. I. Kimera, R. H. Mdegela, A. Mzula & F. A. Khamis · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2017

Aims: This study was carried out with the objective of investigating E. coli virulence factors, antibiotic sensitivity, presence of extended-spectrum-β-lactamase [ESBL] and serotype H1 O157 in E. coli from fish foods in comparison with those from healthy and diarrheic children in...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/IJTDH/2017/34262

Prevalence of Metabolic Syndrome in a Rural and Urban Community in South-West Nigeria Using Three Different Definitions

Esther Ngozi Adejumo, Omobolanle Abioye Ogundahunsi, Olusola Adedeji Adejumo, John Sotunsa & Omodele Jagun · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2017

Background: The prevalence of Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is increasing in sub-Saharan Africa because of rapid demographic and epidemiologic transitions. There are several criteria for diagnosing MetS. This study compared the prevalence of MetS in a rural and urban community in Sou...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/IJTDH/2017/33993

Roles of Epiluminescence Dermoscopy beyond the Diagnoses of Cutaneous Malignancies and Other Skin Diseases

Antonio Chuh · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2017

Epiluminescence dermoscopy was developed mainly for the diagnoses of melanoma and other skin cancers. This technology is also being increasingly applied for the diagnoses of other cutaneous diseases. With rising popularity and availability, dermoscopes are taking up other roles....

Open access Research Article 10.9734/IJTDH/2017/34851

Prevalence and Molecular Detection of Quinolone-Resistant E. coli in Rectal Swab of Apparently Healthy Cattle in Bangladesh

Md. Montasir Mamun, Jayedul Hassan, K. H. M. Nazmul Hussain Nazir, Md. Alimul Islam, Khalada Zesmin, Md. Bahanur Rahman & Md. Tanvir Rahman · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2017

Emergence of antibiotic resistance is a serious health problem both in human and animal all over the world. In this study, we investigated the prevalence of quinolone-resistant E. coli isolated from apparently healthy cattle in Mymensingh district, Bangladesh. A total of 137 rect...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/IJTDH/2017/34404

Complementary Feeding Practices of Children Aged 6-23 Months in Rural Area, Southern-Benin: Challenges and Opportunities

Irene M. Mitchodigni, Waliou Amoussa Hounkpatin, Gervais Ntandou-Bouzitou, Celine Termote, Gina Kennedy & D. Joseph Hounhouigan · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2017

Aims: This study aims to provide in-depth knowledge of current infant feeding practices in order to create an evidence base and develop well-targeted strategies to reduce the prevalence of child malnutrition. Study Design: This study is designed by using a descriptive cross-secti...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/IJTDH/2017/33877

Cytodiagnosis of Disseminated Rhinosporidiosis - A Case Report

Rani Bansal, Mamta Gupta & Veenu Jain · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2017

Aim: Fine needle aspiration cytology of palpable lumps is a simple, inexpensive diagnostic modality. The aim of presenting this case is to highlight its utility in diagnosis of a patient presenting with multiple subcutaneous nodules. Presentation of Case: We report a case of diss...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/IJTDH/2017/33978

Larvicidal Activity of Sacoglottis gabonnensis Stem Bark Extracts against Culex quinquefasciatus and Aedes aegypti Mosquitoes in Uyo, Nigeria

K. N. Opara, N. I. Udoidung, P. M. E. Ubulom, F. M. Chikezie & N. E. Ononiwu · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2017

The quest for alternatives to synthetic chemical insecticides against mosquito vectors has necessitated studies on natural plant products. The larvicidal effect of ethanolic and aqueous extracts of a medicinal plant Sacoglottis gabonnensis stem bark were tested against 4th instar...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/IJTDH/2017/33710

Effects of Female Genital Schistosomiasis in Reproductive Tract of Women Attending Kwale Hospital in Kwale County, Kenya

Jane M. N. Gitau, Ng’ethe Muhoho & Ephantus Kabiru · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2017

Background: Female genital Schistosomiasis (FGS) caused by Schistosoma haematobium is a significant public health problem among women living in endemic areas. An estimated 45 million women in sub-Saharan Africa are infected. Chronic infection is associated with bleeding disturban...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/IJTDH/2017/32787