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Prevalence of Chlamydia trachomatis and Bacterial Vaginosis among Young Adult Women (21–40 Years) at Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals, Harare, Zimbabwe

Deborah Domini Ifu, Chukwuma J. Okafor & Emmanuel Ifeanyi Obeagu · International Journal of Pathogen Research · 2025

Background: Chlamydia trachomatis and bacterial vaginosis are common reproductive tract infections associated with adverse reproductive health outcomes. Understanding their prevalence and distribution among young adult women is critical for effective screening and intervention. O...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpr/2025/v14i5402

Prevalence of Gastrointestinal Parasites in Cattle at Keraniganj Upazila, Dhaka, Bangladesh

Most. Aklima Khatun, Md. Rezwan Islam, Md. Shakil Hossain, Sushila Paul Sama, Al-Nur Md. Iftekhar Rahman & S. M. Abdullah · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2025

Background: Cattle play a crucial role in the agricultural economy of Bangladesh, serving as a primary source of livestock for both farming and dairy production. Gastrointestinal parasitism is a world-wide concern in cattle. The objective of this study was to investigate the gast...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajravs/2025/v8i4377

Prevalence of Active Helicobacter pylori Infection among Dyspeptic Patients in Jos, North Central Nigeria: A Urea Breath Test-based Study

McHenry Stephen, Obed Joy Mesan, Kumbugu Dan-Barry Ashlameh, China Wolbe, Oguchukwku Harry Ifeacho, Augustine Enenche, Bello Adabe, Duguru Mary, Felix Agnes Uduh, Abdulrahaman Adelodun Lukman, Okpe Mathew, Udeh Eberechukwu Njideka, Job Luvo Alphia, Yahaya Baba Adamu, Okeke Edith & Malu A.O · International Research Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology · 2025

Background: Helicobacter pylori is seroprevalent globally (about half of the world). It’s a cause of both gastric and extra-gastric conditions. Nigeria has one of the highest prevalences in the world. Demonstrating the presence of an active organism is very important, as not all...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/irjgh/2025/v8i1133

Production of New Delhi Metallo Beta Lactamase 1 (NDM-1) in Carbapenem Resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae Isolated from Clinical Specimens in Imo State, Nigeria

Anekwe Ifeoma Ijeoma, Chikwendu Chinwe Ifenyinwa, Ekperechi Sabinus Amadi & Ihenetu Francis Chukwuebuka · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2025

Carbapenems are the beta-lactams of choice for treating infections caused by multi-drug resistant klebsiella pneumoniae and are also regarded as a last resort for the treatment of potentially fatal health-care-associated infections. However, carbapenem resistance has been widely...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i101638

Epidemiology and Molecular Identification of Intestinal Parasites among Pupils in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria

Oyinbrakemi Linda Febabor, Constancy Prisca Aleru-Obogai & Gloria Ngozika Wokem · South Asian Journal of Parasitology · 2025

Aims: This study assessed prevalence, risk factors and species diversity of intestinal parasites among primary-school pupils in Port Harcourt. Study Design: A cross-sectional study. Methodology: Stool specimens from 208 pupils were examined by direct wet mount and formol-ether co...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajp/2025/v8i4242

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

Temporal Trend and Prevalence of Mycobacterium tuberculosis among Patients Attending Tuberculosis Centre, ERCC Medical Centre, Alushi, Nigeria

Bolarinwa O. F, Ngwai Y. B, Nkene I. H, Tama, S. C, Galleh, R. P, Igbawua I. N, Fagbola, O. F, Danjuma J & Yakubu Samuel · Asian Journal of Research in Infectious Diseases · 2025

Aims: This study aims to describe the temporal trend and prevalence of Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTb), among suspected tuberculosis patients attending Tuberculosis Centre, ERCC Medical Centre, Alushi, Nigeria. Study Design:  Cross sectional study. Place and Duration of Study: E...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrid/2025/v16i9491

Prevalence of Hypertension among the Adult Population in Daura Zone, Katsina State, Nigeria

Sahal Sani Ahmad & Mujtaba Suleiman · Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports · 2025

Background: Nigeria has a high prevalence of hypertension, which is costly to treat and has serious complications. The changes in hypertension trends require regular surveillance to design and implement effective control strategies. Objective: This study was designed to examine t...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajarr/2025/v19i91163

Commonly Occurring Emerging and Re-emerging Diseases and Their Prevalence Status in Indian Livestock

Singh J L, Sengar Krishna & Chanyal Rinkee · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2025

The health of both humans and animals is seriously threatened by emerging and re-emerging diseases. These illnesses put a strain on the nation's public health system, which in turn affects its economy. One of the factors contributing to the emergence of new diseases and the persi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2025/v40i92312

Prevalence of Plasmodium falciparum Infection among Symptomatic Attendees of Selected Public Healthcare Facilities in Port Harcourt Metropolis, Rivers State, Nigeria

Dimkpa, F.B., Azuonwu, O., Amala, S.E. & Wokem, G.N · South Asian Journal of Parasitology · 2025

Background: Plasmodium falciparum remains the predominant cause of malaria morbidity and mortality in sub-Saharan Africa. Despite control interventions, malaria burdens in urban centres such as Port Harcourt persist, driven by ecological, socio-economic, and healthcare access fac...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajp/2025/v8i3241

Prevalence and Determinants of Chronic Kidney Disease in Nigeria: A Scoping Review

WORLUH CHIZENUM, CHARLES TOBIN-WEST, PATRICK OYIBO & OKWELUM ANTHONIA ONYENIBE · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2025

Introduction: In Nigeria, the prevalence of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) has become alarmingly high, largely due to a combination of genetic, environmental, and socio-economic factors. According to the Global Burden of Disease (GBD) study, CKD deaths have increased by 41.5% from...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmpcp/2025/v8i2330

Prevalence, Intensities of Infections and Associated Factors of Intestinal Helminth Infections after Chemoprevention Campaign in Four Health Districts of The Littoral Region, Cameroon

Achamoum FETEMA, Cyrille Bruno MOGO, Geraldine Estelle ESSANGUI SAME & Thomas Kuete · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2025

Aims and Design: This was a community-based prospective study aimed to evaluate the prevalence and intensity of infections of soil-transmitted helminth infections and intestinal schistosomiasis among school-aged children and anti-helminthic chemoprevention non targeted group thre...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijtdh/2025/v46i81682

Prevalence and Multidrug Resistance of Vibrio furnissii in Hand-Dug Wells Near Septic Tanks in Two Suburban Lagos, Nigeria

Tayo Modupe Kayode-Isola, Olusoji Olusegun Adebisi, Kehinde Imisi Temitope Eniola, Olukayode Oluwole Isola, Sunday Awe & Abass Adebayo Olalekan · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2025

Access to safe drinking water is key to achieving appreciable gain in human health, which is a focus of the sustainable development goals (SDGs) and One health; hence well water meant for consumption must meet the quality guidelines for drinking water to reduce possible health-ri...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i101631

Prevalence and Associated Factors of Tuberculosis-HIV co-infection among Patients Hospitalized at CHU Yalgado Ouédraogo (2019-2024)

Gafourou Arsène Ouédraogo, Soumaïla Maïga, Abdoulaye Sawadogo, Audrey Ouedraogo, Arouna Gnamou, Hamadé Zonon, Salamata Sanfo, Yacouba Sore, Abdramane Ouedraogo, Mamoudou Savadogo, Apoline K Sondo & Ismaël Diallo · Asian Journal of Research in Infectious Diseases · 2025

Introduction: Tuberculosis-HIV co-infection is a major public health problem, particularly in resource-limited countries. This study aims to estimate the prevalence of tuberculosis-HIV co-infection and to identify the factors associated with it in patients hospitalized at the CHU...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrid/2025/v16i9490

Prevalence of Malaria and it Relationship among Children Less than Five Years Old and Socio-economic Factors of Mothers/Caregivers in Awka South LGA, Anambra State, Nigeria

Aneke M.C, Iwueze, M. O & Ekezie, C.C · Asian Journal of Research in Zoology · 2025

Malaria is a life-threatening disease caused by protozoan parasite belonging to the genus Plasmodium. Children less than five years old are one of the most vulnerable groups affected by the disease. This study was carried out to determine the prevalence and intensity of malaria a...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajriz/2025/v8i3214