Ifeoluwa Abraham Akinbola, Ayomide Olajide Obaoye, Samson Aderemi Ojedokun, Olufemi Ebenezer Folaranmi, Bolarinwa Joseph Akano, Abiodun Lukmon Lawal, Adegboyega Segun Afolabi & Kehinde Joyce Olufemi-Aworinde·International STD Research & Reviews·2025
Background: Bloodborne infections (BBI) are caused by pathogens such as microorganisms carried via blood, such as bacteria or viruses capable of causing diseases that alter the normal state of the human body. The most common BBIs are syphilis, HIV, HPTLV-1, HBV, and HCV. Objectiv...
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Research Article10.9734/ISRR/2025/v14i1183
This study examines the seroprevalence and co-infection rates of hepatitis B virus (HBV), hepatitis C virus (HCV), and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) among female female sex workers (FSWs) and the general female population in Osun State, Nigeria. Using a cross-sectional desig...
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Ayan Ahmed Hussein, Kennedy Kassaza, James Mwesigye, Nalumaga Pauline Petra, Bashir Mwambi, Taseera Kabanda & Joel Bazira·International STD Research & Reviews·2024
The World Health Organization estimates one in four individuals has had at least one urinary tract infection (UTI) episode requiring treatment with an antimicrobial agent. At Nakivale refugee camp, the overwhelming number of refugees often associated with poor living conditions p...
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Research Article10.9734/ISRR/2024/v13i2181
Nalumaga Pauline Petra, James Kiguli Mukasa, Benson Musinguzi, Jude Collins Busingye, Daniel Wambua Muasya, Israel Kiiza Njovu, Abraham Birungi, Kennedy Kassaza, Joel Bazira & Herbert Itabangi·International STD Research & Reviews·2024
Background: Vulvovaginal candidiasis is estimated to range between 35-60% among pregnant women worldwide. The emergency of anti-fungal resistance in Candida species against azoles and caspofungin is a rising concern because there is a limited range of choices of antifungals to b...
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Research Article10.9734/ISRR/2024/v13i2180
Background: Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML), a rare and devastating opportunistic infection caused by JC virus reactivation, typically carries a poor prognosis in immunocompromised individuals, particularly those with HIV. Aim: To report a remarkable case of full...
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Research Article10.9734/ISRR/2024/v13i2179
Aims: HIV testing is a critical checkpoint to late diagnosis and delayed treatment. However, utilization of HIV testing services has not yet reached the desired target, especially for men. This study aimed to determine the level of uptake of HIV testing services and the associate...
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Research Article10.9734/ISRR/2024/v13i2178
The prevalence of HBV infection amongst HIV-positive and HIV-negative children was assessed. A total of 322 study samples were collected from discarded residual blood spot samples following routine diagnosis of HIV in children. Statistical differences in the prevalence of HBV bet...
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Research Article10.9734/ISRR/2024/v13i2177
Background: Adherence to Antiretroviral therapy is necessary to reduce the viral load of people diagnosed with HIV and help boost the persons’ immunity against opportunistic infections due to the virus. Therefore, this study aimed to assess the level of adherence to ART and its a...
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Research Article10.9734/ISRR/2024/v13i2176
Background: Dhat syndrome is a culture-bound syndrome characterized by various debilitating symptoms like loss of desire, low self-esteem, loss of interest in any activity, feelings of guilt, and lack of pleasure. Aims: • To evaluate Sociodemographic profile of in patients of dha...
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Research Article10.9734/ISRR/2024/v13i2175
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are the primary cause of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Sexual contact is the primary means of transmission. The causes of STIs can be viruses, bacteria, or parasites. Blood, semen, vaginal fluids, and other body fluids can all be car...
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Research Article10.9734/ISRR/2024/v13i2174