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View article: Development and feasibility testing of a video-based exercise program for improving upper limb motor function among stroke survivors in a low-income setting
Development and feasibility testing of a video-based exercise program for improving upper limb motor function among stroke survivors in a low-income setting Open
Background: Rehabilitation after stroke often falls short of providing optimal benefits to patients due to challenges related to restricted access, financial burden, and lack of adherence. Video-based intervention may help to overcome thes…
View article: Psychological Distress and Coping Mechanisms Among Flood-Affected Children in Maiduguri, Nigeria
Psychological Distress and Coping Mechanisms Among Flood-Affected Children in Maiduguri, Nigeria Open
Background: Flood disasters, alongside prolonged conflict and socioeconomic hardship in Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria, have heightened the psychological vulnerability of children. This study examined the prevalence of psychological distr…
View article: Psychological Distress and Coping Mechanisms Among Flood-Affected Children In Maiduguri, Nigeria
Psychological Distress and Coping Mechanisms Among Flood-Affected Children In Maiduguri, Nigeria Open
Background: Flood disasters, alongside prolonged conflict and socio-economic hardship in Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria, have heightened the psychological vulnerability of children. This study examined the prevalence of psychological dist…
View article: A National Cross-Sectional Study of Research Opportunities and Barriers Among Medical Students in Nigeria
A National Cross-Sectional Study of Research Opportunities and Barriers Among Medical Students in Nigeria Open
Background: Clinical and health systems research is essential for advancing global healthcare. Engaging and training medical students in research will foster lifelong evidence-based practice, particularly for the emerging healthcare workfo…
View article: The effectiveness of dance interventions on the cognitive functioning of people with dementia or cognitive impairment: A systematic review
The effectiveness of dance interventions on the cognitive functioning of people with dementia or cognitive impairment: A systematic review Open
Background & Aim: Dementia significantly impair cognitive abilities, well-being, and the functioning of daily life, but there is no cure yet. In the search for non-pharmacological interventions, dance has emerged as a potential complementa…
View article: Psychometric analysis of the Hausa version of the Brief COPE scale among Internally Displaced Persons
Psychometric analysis of the Hausa version of the Brief COPE scale among Internally Displaced Persons Open
Background and Aims: Internally Displaced Persons suffer from stressful, and often life-threatening, events. While it is crucial to examine coping strategies used to minimize distress in this vulnerable population, common coping assessment…
View article: Digital Health Literacy, Technology Services and Health Equity in Developing Economies - Concept, Challenges and Recommendations
Digital Health Literacy, Technology Services and Health Equity in Developing Economies - Concept, Challenges and Recommendations Open
In view of technological advances, the need for digital health literacy in today’s society cannot be overstated. This is particularly the case in low-and-middle-income countries due to poor health resources and manpower. This paper aims to…
View article: Compliance with the COVID-19 schools’ reopening guidelines in public and private primary schools in a South-West Nigerian Town
Compliance with the COVID-19 schools’ reopening guidelines in public and private primary schools in a South-West Nigerian Town Open
Background: The COVID-19 pandemic took the world by surprise with various burdens of morbidity and mortality in different countries, including Nigeria. Consequently, schools in Osun State were shut to prevent spread of the disease. The Fed…
View article: Global malaria vaccine research and community perception in Africa: a systematic review
Global malaria vaccine research and community perception in Africa: a systematic review Open
Background Malaria vaccine is one of the critical areas in tropical health research, considering the success recorded in other vaccine-preventable diseases. This review provides an overview of global malaria vaccine research and systematic…
View article: Perception of community reintegration among individuals with spinal cord injury in northwest Nigeria: a qualitative description
Perception of community reintegration among individuals with spinal cord injury in northwest Nigeria: a qualitative description Open
Community reintegration is a multidimensional process, and its promotion in northwest Nigeria requires a multisectoral approach.
View article: Postoperative Pain Management in Children Undergoing Laparoscopic Appendectomy: A Scoping Review
Postoperative Pain Management in Children Undergoing Laparoscopic Appendectomy: A Scoping Review Open
Laparoscopic appendectomy (LA) is one of the most commonly performed surgical procedures in children and is associated with extreme postoperative discomfort due to peritoneal inflammation and infection. The main objective of this study was…
View article: An Assessment of Pediatric Nurses Awareness and Perceived Knowledge of Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Gulf State Survey
An Assessment of Pediatric Nurses Awareness and Perceived Knowledge of Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Gulf State Survey Open
Background . The purpose of this study was to determine pediatric nurses’ knowledge of autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Methods . We conducted a population‐based online survey of 273 pediatric nurses in eastern Saudi Arabia using convenien…
View article: Interventional Programs for Community Reintegration after Spinal Cord Injury: A Scoping Review
Interventional Programs for Community Reintegration after Spinal Cord Injury: A Scoping Review Open
Advances in healthcare and technology have led to increased survival rates after spinal cord injury (SCI). To facilitate recovery, regain function, and promote quality of life after SCI, rehabilitation in the acute care setting is of param…
View article: Prevalence and Risk Factors for Poor Mental Health and Suicidal Ideation in the Nigerian Construction Industry
Prevalence and Risk Factors for Poor Mental Health and Suicidal Ideation in the Nigerian Construction Industry Open
Employees' mental health and well-being are a growing concern as countries grapple with heightened mental ill-health and suicide rates, with the construction industry ranking in the top five. Drawing from the context of a developing countr…
View article: Transversus Abdominis Plane Block as a Strategy for Effective Pain Management in Patients with Pain during Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy: A Systematic Review
Transversus Abdominis Plane Block as a Strategy for Effective Pain Management in Patients with Pain during Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy: A Systematic Review Open
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC), unlike laparotomy, is an invasive surgical procedure, and some patients report mild to moderate pain after surgery. Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block has been shown to be an appropriate method for p…
View article: Subjective Reasons for COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy and Sociodemographic Predictors of Vaccination in Nigeria: An Online Survey
Subjective Reasons for COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy and Sociodemographic Predictors of Vaccination in Nigeria: An Online Survey Open
The purpose of this study was to examine the subjective reasons for hesitancy to receive COVID-19 vaccination and the sociodemographic factors associated with vaccination uptake. An online social media survey was conducted among the genera…
View article: Are Fear of COVID-19 and Vaccine Hesitancy Associated with COVID-19 Vaccine Uptake? A Population-Based Online Survey in Nigeria
Are Fear of COVID-19 and Vaccine Hesitancy Associated with COVID-19 Vaccine Uptake? A Population-Based Online Survey in Nigeria Open
This study examined the association between COVID-19 and fear of contracting COVID-19 and reasons for vaccination refusal. A population-based online survey was conducted via social media in Nigeria using the Fear of COVID-19 scale and item…
View article: Prevalence of Anxiety and Depression Among the General Population in Africa During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Prevalence of Anxiety and Depression Among the General Population in Africa During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Open
Background Medical and socio-economic uncertainties surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic have had a substantial impact on mental health. This study aimed to systematically review the existing literature reporting the prevalence of anxiety and…
View article: COVID-19 Pandemic and Overall Mental Health of Healthcare Professionals Globally: A Meta-Review of Systematic Reviews
COVID-19 Pandemic and Overall Mental Health of Healthcare Professionals Globally: A Meta-Review of Systematic Reviews Open
Objective This meta-review aimed to provide a comprehensive overview of overall mental health of healthcare professionals during the COVID-19 pandemic. Method We conducted a comprehensive literature search on Academic Search Premier, CINAH…
View article: Effects of an African Circle Dance Programme on Internally Displaced Persons with Depressive Symptoms: A Quasi-Experimental Study
Effects of an African Circle Dance Programme on Internally Displaced Persons with Depressive Symptoms: A Quasi-Experimental Study Open
Background: Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) are people who have been forced to flee their homes due to disasters. Depressive symptoms, at over 31–67%, are prevalent in IDPs in Africa. Despite the evidence for the benefits of the promot…
View article: The effect of e-health interventions promoting physical activity in older people: a systematic review and meta-analysis
The effect of e-health interventions promoting physical activity in older people: a systematic review and meta-analysis Open
Introduction The objectives of this review paper were to synthesize the data from randomized controlled trials in the literature to come to a conclusion on the effects of e-health interventions on promoting physical activity in older peopl…
View article: The prevalence of ectopic pregnancy in Jos, north central Nigeria: A reproductive health challenge
The prevalence of ectopic pregnancy in Jos, north central Nigeria: A reproductive health challenge Open
BACKGROUND: Ectopic pregnancy is a life threatening gynecological emergency with a rising incidence of maternal morbidity especially in resource poor settings. Most cases present in the emergency unit when ruptured. Objective: The objectiv…
View article: Strategies Used to Contain Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) in Nigeria: A Lesson to Other Developing Countries
Strategies Used to Contain Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) in Nigeria: A Lesson to Other Developing Countries Open
The 2014 Ebola Virus Disease outbreak has been declared an international public health emergency by the WHO. It affected six West African countries among which Nigeria is one. Cases were also transmitted to UK, USA and Spain. The disease g…