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View article: Prevalence of Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C Co-Infection and Alanine Transferase Levels in HIV-Positive Children at Faith Alive Foundation and PMTCT Centre Jos
Prevalence of Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C Co-Infection and Alanine Transferase Levels in HIV-Positive Children at Faith Alive Foundation and PMTCT Centre Jos Open
Objective: This study aims to determine the prevalence of hepatitis B and C co-infection with HIV and the alanine aminotransferase (ALT) levels among children receiving antiretroviral therapy in a secondary health facility in Jos, North Ce…
View article: Kidney Disease in HIV Infected Children on HAART in Nigeria
Kidney Disease in HIV Infected Children on HAART in Nigeria Open
Background: In Nigeria, HIV/AIDS contributes to leading causes of morbidity and mortality and children living with HIV on HAART tend to live longer therefore, they are more likely to develop kidney diseases.Objective: This study aimed to e…
View article: Associations between Prerequisite Course Completion and Race/Ethnicity, Gender, and First-Generation Status: A Single-Institution Report of the Physician Assistant Program
Associations between Prerequisite Course Completion and Race/Ethnicity, Gender, and First-Generation Status: A Single-Institution Report of the Physician Assistant Program Open
Background: Academic programs seeking to increase diversity must consider the potential that prerequisite requirements disproportionately burden individuals from diverse backgrounds. To assess this within one physician assistant program, d…
View article: Barriers and Enablers to Hydroxyurea Adherence in Children and Adolescents with Sickle Cell Disease in Jos, Nigeria
Barriers and Enablers to Hydroxyurea Adherence in Children and Adolescents with Sickle Cell Disease in Jos, Nigeria Open
Introduction: Hydroxyurea is a well-established disease-modifying agent for children and adults with sickle cell disease (SCD). Its effectiveness in reducing painful crises, acute chest syndrome, hospital admissions, and the frequency of b…
View article: In-hospital psychoeducation for family caregivers of Nigerian children with cancer (The RESCUE Study)
In-hospital psychoeducation for family caregivers of Nigerian children with cancer (The RESCUE Study) Open
Objectives High levels of caregiver burden (CB) are experienced by informal caregivers of pediatric patients with cancer. There is increasing evidence highlighting the extent of CB across sub-Saharan African countries, although there remai…
View article: Exploring wireless connectivity and network performance: A dataset of 4G LTE user equipment measurements
Exploring wireless connectivity and network performance: A dataset of 4G LTE user equipment measurements Open
Wireless networks, especially 4G LTE technology, have revolutionized the way we communicate and access information (Dike & Iddy, 2023). The performance and reliability of these networks, specific to the network operator in this study, are …
View article: Risk factors and outcome of preterm births at a teaching hospital in Jos, North Central Nigeria
Risk factors and outcome of preterm births at a teaching hospital in Jos, North Central Nigeria Open
Background/Aim: Preterm birth is a major pregnancy complication that imposes tremendous long-term medical and financial burdens on affected children, families, and the healthcare system. The aim of this study was to find out the prevalence…
View article: Causes of Neonatal Morbidity and Mortality in Bingham University Teaching Hospital, Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria
Causes of Neonatal Morbidity and Mortality in Bingham University Teaching Hospital, Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria Open
Introduction: Neonatal morbidity and mortality continue to be serious public health issues in developing countries, where it also has a considerable impact on the under-five mortality rate.
Aims: To determine the causes of morbidity and m…
View article: Comparing the incidence of pneumonia in children seen at a Nigerian Teaching Hospital before and during the COVID -19 pandemic
Comparing the incidence of pneumonia in children seen at a Nigerian Teaching Hospital before and during the COVID -19 pandemic Open
Background: Following the outbreak of the new coronavirus (COVID 19) worldwide, many governments across the world including the Nigerian government had to implement measures to curtail the spread of this virus. Such measures included socia…
View article: Assessment on the Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Covid-19 Protocols Amongst Medical Workers in Jos, Plateau State
Assessment on the Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Covid-19 Protocols Amongst Medical Workers in Jos, Plateau State Open
Objective: To assesses knowledge, attitudes, and practice on COVID-19 amongst medical HCW in Plateau State Specialist Hospital (PSSH) Jos.Methodology: The study population consisted of all medical health care workers in Plateau State Speci…
View article: Neonatal Morbidity And Mortality In Bingham University Teaching Hospital Jos, Plateau, North-Central Nigeria
Neonatal Morbidity And Mortality In Bingham University Teaching Hospital Jos, Plateau, North-Central Nigeria Open
Background: Neonatal mortality rate (NMR) remains high in Nigeria. There is the need to know the major causes of neonatal morbidity and mortality, so as to reduce the trend.Aim: To determine the causes of neonatal morbidity and mortality i…
View article: Impact of COVID-19 on Admission into the Department of Paediatric Bingham University Teaching Hospital (BHUTH) Jos
Impact of COVID-19 on Admission into the Department of Paediatric Bingham University Teaching Hospital (BHUTH) Jos Open
Introduction: The Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID 19) pandemic has a significant impact on global health systems, not only in terms of the number of people infected with the disease, but also in terms of patients with other diseases. The C…
View article: Acquired Rectovaginal Fistula and Faecal Incontinence Following Sexual Assault in a 4-Year-Old Girl
Acquired Rectovaginal Fistula and Faecal Incontinence Following Sexual Assault in a 4-Year-Old Girl Open
Background: Child Sexual Abuse (CSA) is a crime against children. It is largely under-reported and commonly goes unpunished in our society.
Case report: The patient is a 4-year-old girl who presented to our emergency paediatric unit with …
View article: Empyema Thoracis Caused by Klebsiella Spp and Escherichia coli Co-Infection - An Uncommon Isolation with Atypical Presentation
Empyema Thoracis Caused by Klebsiella Spp and Escherichia coli Co-Infection - An Uncommon Isolation with Atypical Presentation Open
Empyema thoracis is the collection of pus in the pleural space. A 9-year-old boy presented with a 3-day history of high grade continuous fever, a day history of abdominal pain, distension and fast breathing. Examination findings: acutely i…
View article: Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Pandemic: Analysis of the Knowledge, Attitude and Practice among Healthcare Facilities in Jos, Nigeria
Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Pandemic: Analysis of the Knowledge, Attitude and Practice among Healthcare Facilities in Jos, Nigeria Open
Background: COVID-19 which was first reported in Wuhan China is now a global pandemic. Healthcare workers play a significant role in fighting this pandemic. The aim of this study is to assess the knowledge, attitude and practice (KAP) of C…
View article: Analysis of Mothers' Knowledge, Beliefs and Practice towards Neonatal Jaundice in Bingham University Teaching Hospital Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria
Analysis of Mothers' Knowledge, Beliefs and Practice towards Neonatal Jaundice in Bingham University Teaching Hospital Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria Open
Neonatal jaundice is defined as the yellowish discoloration of the skin and sclera due to accumulation of unconjugated bilirubin. This is common in newborns and if not detected and treated early can lead to severe morbidity and mortality.
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View article: Neonatal jaundice: assessing the knowledge and intending practice of clinical medical students of Bingham University Teaching Hospital, Jos Nigeria
Neonatal jaundice: assessing the knowledge and intending practice of clinical medical students of Bingham University Teaching Hospital, Jos Nigeria Open
Background: Neonatal jaundice is one of the major causes of neonatal morbidity and mortality in Nigeria. There is the need therefore to equip our young upcoming doctors about the disease. Aim of this study was to assess the knowledge of cl…
View article: Knowledge, Attitude and Intending Practice on Breastfeeding Among Clinical Medical Students in Bingham University Teaching Hospital, Jos
Knowledge, Attitude and Intending Practice on Breastfeeding Among Clinical Medical Students in Bingham University Teaching Hospital, Jos Open
Background: Breastfeeding is a basic human activity, vital to infant and maternal health. A good breastfeeding advice from health professionals can influence a mother’s decision to initiate and maintain breastfeeding positively. This study…
View article: Knowledge, Attitude and Perception About Sustainable Developmental Goals (SDGs) Among Clinical Medical Students of Bingham University Teaching Hospital, Jos
Knowledge, Attitude and Perception About Sustainable Developmental Goals (SDGs) Among Clinical Medical Students of Bingham University Teaching Hospital, Jos Open
Background: The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is the successor to the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). The program was started in 2015 and is expected to end in 2030. Objective: The aim of the study was to determine the awarenes…
View article: Pattern of Smartphone Use Among Clinical Medical Students of Bingham University Teaching Hospital, Jos
Pattern of Smartphone Use Among Clinical Medical Students of Bingham University Teaching Hospital, Jos Open
Background: Mobile phones are one of the most common information access devices with almost 31% of the global population having access. Mobile phones are now in the hands of 2 billion people out of the 6.47 billion people on this planet. T…
View article: Awareness, knowledge and perception on MDGs among clinical students of Bingham University Teaching Hospital, Jos
Awareness, knowledge and perception on MDGs among clinical students of Bingham University Teaching Hospital, Jos Open
Background: The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) are eight goals adopted by 189 nations and signed by 147 Heads of State and Governments during the UN Millennium Summit in September 2000 with the aim of attaining these goals by the yea…