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Level of Water Contact and Exposure in Relation to Schistosoma Infection in Shoreline Communities of Rivers State, Nigeria

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...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpr/2025/v14i5398

Isolation, Identification, and Antibiotic Resistance of Common Pathogens in Hospital Drain Water from Dhaka and Surrounding Areas, Bangladesh

Md. Iqbal Hossain, Fatema Akter, Antora Sutradhar, Mariyam Akter, Afifa Akter Suma, Hridoy Chandra Bhoumik & Dayanidhi Sarkar · International Journal of Pathogen Research · 2025

The global rise of antimicrobial resistance has emerged as a pressing public health concern, particularly in developing countries, where untreated hospital effluents are a major contributor to environmental contamination. This study aimed to isolate, identify, and assess the anti...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpr/2025/v14i5397

Comparative Prevalence of Gastrointestinal Parasites in Chickens Slaughtered at Selected Abattoirs in Rivers State, Nigeria

Wogu, M. N. & Goodhead, D. A. · International Journal of Pathogen Research · 2025

Aim: To determine the comparative prevalence of gastrointestinal parasites in chickens slaughtered at selected abattoirs in Rivers State, Nigeria. Study Design: A cross-sectional randomized study. Place and Duration of Study: The study was conducted at abattoirs in Aluu and Choba...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpr/2025/v14i5396

Investigation of the Antimicrobial Susceptibility Patterns of Microorganisms on Surfaces of Mobile Phones from Some Ready-to-Eat Food Vendors in Imo State

Nwakire Everestus Chibuike, Odoemenam Amarachi Ursulla, Egbunonu Rosemary Chiamaka, Nweke Elekwachi & Nkachukwu Faith Ngozi · International Journal of Pathogen Research · 2025

Aims: This study investigated the investigation of the antimicrobial susceptibility patterns of microorganisms on surfaces of mobile phones from some ready-to-eat food vendors in Imo State. To determine microbial load on mobile phones, isolate and identify the microorganisms and...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpr/2025/v14i5394

Evaluation of the Antibacterial Activity of Clove Extract (Syzygium aromaticum) on Clinical Isolates of Escherichia coli

Giami Lynda Kadi, Rosemary Ugochi Charles & Sampson Tonye · International Journal of Pathogen Research · 2025

Antibiotic resistance to conventional antibiotics has remained a significant therapeutic challenge in clinical settings. To this end, alternative therapeutic approaches are being sought after. One such approach is the use of antimicrobial inhibitors from natural sources like medi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpr/2025/v14i5395

Phenotypic and Genetic Detection of Extended-Spectrum Beta-Lactamase (ESBL)-Producing Klebsiella pneumoniae Isolates from Urinary Tract Infection Cases in Keffi, Nigeria

Regina AYENI, Mitsan Olley, Ismaila Ibrahim, Adelekun Christiana Ashe, Sheidu, Mohammed Jamiu, Umahi, Emmanuel Onyekachi, Eyakndue Christiana Aniesin & Unanka, Ursula Chiaka · International Journal of Pathogen Research · 2025

Background: Multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae are often associated with urinary tract infections in the community or hospital settings globally. Resistance resulting from the expression of the Extended-Spectrum Beta-Lactamase (ESBL) gene has been widely reported. In Niger...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpr/2025/v14i5393

Controlling the Fungal Rot Pathogens of Chrysophyllum albidum (African Star Apple Fruit) Using Ricinus communis (Castor Seed), Elaeis guinnesis (Palm Kernel) and Glycine max (Soybeans) Oil

J. Y. Ijato, O. O Olawole & B.O. Ojo · International Journal of Pathogen Research · 2025

Introduction: C. albidum is a tree plant that bears fruits containing five seeds, the fruits serve as a source of food in Africa, however, pre harvest fungal pathogenic infections reduce the shelf life of these fruits.  Objective: This study was carried out to control the fungal...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpr/2025/v14i5392

Microbiological Profile of Microflora and Shelf Life Estimation of Spondias purpurea (Red Mombine)

MUMUNEY KAFILAT TEMITOPE, MUSA AMINU AYIDE, HAMIDU HABIBU YELDU & Ibrahim, Aliyu Dabai · International Journal of Pathogen Research · 2025

Spondias purpurea, commonly known as Red mombine, is a fruit-bearing species within the Spondias genus of the Anacardiaceae family of flowering plants. Microorganisms associated with this fruit were determined using the AOAC method; determination of the mineral contents was done...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpr/2025/v14i5391

Phytotoxic Effects of Neem Oil Nanoemulsion on Maize (Zea mays L.) Seed Germination and Seedling Vigour

Deborah Bolu Adeleke, Toba Samuel Anjorin, Ismaila Adeniran Aderolu & Ibrahim Olatunji Yunusa · International Journal of Pathogen Research · 2025

Aim: This study aimed to develop a stable, eco-friendly antifungal seed treatment using neem oil nanoemulsion (NON) enhanced with green-synthesised silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) derived from Terminalia cattapa leaf extract. The NON was characterised by a mean particle size of 44.5...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpr/2025/v14i5390

Emerging and Re-emerging Infectious Diseases: Global Patterns and Local Impact

Daniel M. Mami, Mariam Romba & Mami Patrick · International Journal of Pathogen Research · 2025

Emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases (EIDs and REIDs) constitute a continuous and evolving menace to global health security. Characterized by abrupt outbreaks of novel infections and the reappearance of previously controlled diseases, their occurrence is influenced by a c...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpr/2025/v14i5389

Prevalence of Malaria among Pregnant Women Attending Antenatal Clinic in Primary Health Care Center Rumuodumanya, Rivers State, Nigeria

Iroegbu, Divine Chigozirim, Austin Edache Abah & Fiderikumo Livingstone Gbeinbo · International Journal of Pathogen Research · 2025

This study investigated the prevalence of malaria infection among pregnant women attending antenatal clinics at Primary Health Care Center Rumuodumanya in Port Harcourt, Nigeria. Using standard parasitological methods, blood samples from 302 participants were analyzed through mic...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpr/2025/v14i5388

Epidemiology of Influenza A among Children under Five Years in David-Chiriqui, Panama: A Five Year Surveillance Study

Rosario Castillo-Vigil, Ricardo Saldaña, Amparo Castillo-Vigil & Lurys Bourdett-Stanziola · International Journal of Pathogen Research · 2025

Influenza is common among children and is associated with high hospitalization rates, particularly in those under five years of age. Global studies have shown that hospitalization rates due to laboratory-confirmed influenza infections have varied significantly before and after th...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpr/2025/v14i5385

Isolation, Identification and Antibiotic Resistance Pattern of Campylobacter Species Isolated from Chickens and Environmental Samples from Slaughter Slabs in Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria

V.B OLABODE, E.U UMEH, T.T SAR, P.T AERNAN & I.G INNOCENT · International Journal of Pathogen Research · 2025

Campylobacter species are worldwide recognized as one of the major cause of foodborne gastroenteritis. This study determined the isolation and antimicrobial resistance patterns of Campylobacter species isolated from processed chicken and associated environmental samples collected...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpr/2025/v14i5386

Epidemiological Studies on CO-infection of Malaria and Schistosoma haematobium in Igede Land, Benue State Nigeria

D.I. Angwa, F.O. Okita, E.M. Mbaawuaga, E.A. Omudu & I.G. Innocent · International Journal of Pathogen Research · 2025

The double burden of malaria and schistosomiasis coinfection in children and adults poses an obvious public health challenge particularly in terms of rate of morbidity and mortality among human populations. While both diseases geographically overlap. This current study investigat...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpr/2025/v14i5387

Molecular Identification of Some Wood-decay Fungi of Some Softwood Timber by Using Internal Transcribed Spacer Primers in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria

Ajefu, Monica I., I. N. Bassey & Asuquo, Terrance J. · International Journal of Pathogen Research · 2025

Aims: This research focuses on molecular identification of some wood-decay fungi of some softwood timber in some parts of Akwa Ibom State. Study Design: The study was conducted in the laboratory using culture vessels to maintain isolated fungal culture from decaying wood samples....

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpr/2025/v14i4384