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View article: Content analysis of HIV self testing education on TikTok
Content analysis of HIV self testing education on TikTok Open
In 2016, the World Health Organization officially recommended HIV self-testing (HIVST) to promote privacy and encourage more persons to test for their HIV status. Despite the availability of this service, more than 5.4 million people are l…
View article: Climate, health, and living condition crises in the expanding informal settlements and slums of South-West Nigeria: a case report of Ogun and Oyo states
Climate, health, and living condition crises in the expanding informal settlements and slums of South-West Nigeria: a case report of Ogun and Oyo states Open
The rapid expansion of informal settlements and slums in southwestern Nigeria, particularly along the Lagos-Ogun-Oyo corridor, underscores the critical challenges posed by rapid urbanisation and population growth in this major economic hub…
View article: A qualitative study of Nigerian community members awareness of Mpox and their willingness and barriers to receiving the Mpox vaccine
A qualitative study of Nigerian community members awareness of Mpox and their willingness and barriers to receiving the Mpox vaccine Open
Background Two vaccines, the JYNNEOS and ACAM 2000 have been approved for use for Mpox protection, however vaccine hesitancy and vaccine refusal poses a significant challenge in its uptake. This study explored participants’ awareness of Mp…
View article: Combating recurrent measles outbreaks in Nigeria: Short-term and long-term strategies
Combating recurrent measles outbreaks in Nigeria: Short-term and long-term strategies Open
Measles remains a critical public health threat in Nigeria, with high incidence rates and low vaccination coverage, particularly in the northern zones. This study identifies the drivers of measles outbreaks in Nigeria and proposes short-te…
View article: Determinants Of Taking Adequate Tetanus Toxoid Vaccination Among Mothers In Their Last Pregnancy In Nigeria
Determinants Of Taking Adequate Tetanus Toxoid Vaccination Among Mothers In Their Last Pregnancy In Nigeria Open
Background: Nigeria records considerable morbidity and mortality from tetanus, predominantly in newborns and women of reproductive age group. This is largely due to poor tetanus toxoid-containing vaccine (TTCV) uptake. This study investiga…
View article: Mental health literacy, prevalence of depression and PTSD among internally displaced persons in Northern Nigeria
Mental health literacy, prevalence of depression and PTSD among internally displaced persons in Northern Nigeria Open
Objective: To investigate the level of mental health literacy (MHL) along with the prevalence, severity, and determinants of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and depression among internally displaced persons in IDP in Northern Nigeria…
View article: National eHealth strategy frameworks in Africa: a comprehensive assessment using the WHO-ITU eHealth strategy toolkit and FAIR guidelines
National eHealth strategy frameworks in Africa: a comprehensive assessment using the WHO-ITU eHealth strategy toolkit and FAIR guidelines Open
Many African nations have developed national eHealth strategies to harness the benefits of digital health solutions. Our study assessed the current state of national eHealth strategies in Africa. A systematic search identified publicly ava…
View article: Determinants of childhood immunization among ruralmothers in Nigeria
Determinants of childhood immunization among ruralmothers in Nigeria Open
Introduction In sub-Saharan Africa, children have been reported to have the highest mortality rate, accounting for about 68-86 deaths per 1000 live births. The low immunization rate has made children more vulnerable to diseases such as dia…
View article: Predictors of minimum acceptable diet among children aged 6-23 months in Nigeria: analysis of 2021 Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey (MICS) data
Predictors of minimum acceptable diet among children aged 6-23 months in Nigeria: analysis of 2021 Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey (MICS) data Open
Background Despite the potential benefits of the Minimum Acceptable Diet (MAD) guidelines, the uptake has been low in many parts of Africa, where malnutrition is on the rise. This study assessed the predictors and the status of MAD among c…
View article: Interventions to reduce and prevent childhood obesity in low-income and middle-income countries: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Interventions to reduce and prevent childhood obesity in low-income and middle-income countries: a systematic review and meta-analysis Open
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View article: The reemergence of the human monkeypox: strengthening Africa’s epidemic preparedness and response system
The reemergence of the human monkeypox: strengthening Africa’s epidemic preparedness and response system Open
The reemergence of the monkeypox (MPX) virus poses a serious threat to global health security. While the first human case was reported in Democratic Republic of Congo in 1970, a recent outbreak of this disease in May 2022 has gone ‘viral,’…
View article: The approval of the first malaria vaccine: The beginning of the end of the malaria epidemic
The approval of the first malaria vaccine: The beginning of the end of the malaria epidemic Open
The development and deployment of the recent malaria vaccine is an opportunity to strengthen the weak health systems in many sub-Saharan African countries
View article: Knowledge of HIV and other sexually transmitted infections and place of delivery among urban women in South-West Nigeria
Knowledge of HIV and other sexually transmitted infections and place of delivery among urban women in South-West Nigeria Open
Background: HIV and other Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) pose serious risks to health security especially to women, therefore, knowledge of their complications and attitude toward sexual health is important in planning preventive a…
View article: Prevalence of Anxiety and Drug Abuse Disorders Among Young Internally Displaced Persons in Northern Nigeria
Prevalence of Anxiety and Drug Abuse Disorders Among Young Internally Displaced Persons in Northern Nigeria Open
Background Internally displaced person are one of the highest risk groups for mental disorder. Therefore, this study was aimed at investigating prevalence of Anxiety and Drug Abuse Disorders among Young Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) i…
View article: Knowledge of HIV and other sexually transmitted infections and place of delivery among urban women in South-West Nigeria.
Knowledge of HIV and other sexually transmitted infections and place of delivery among urban women in South-West Nigeria. Open
Introduction: Knowledge of HIV and other STIs and their complications and attitude toward sexual health are important in planning preventive and treatment strategies. Although STIs pose serious risks to health security especially to women,…
View article: Trends and Drivers of Refugees in Africa
Trends and Drivers of Refugees in Africa Open
Introduction: Increase in refugees' population poses great political, socio-economic and health challenges to Africa. This study aims to discuss the trends and drivers of refugees in African countries based on their country of origin. Meth…
View article: Challenges faced by elderly patients with cancer in low-and-middle-income countries during the COVID-19 pandemic
Challenges faced by elderly patients with cancer in low-and-middle-income countries during the COVID-19 pandemic Open
Studies have shown that elderly people with co-morbidities are at a higher risk of dying from the SARS-CoV-2 virus. The situation is worse for the 70% of the elderly population who reside in low-and-middle income countries (LMICs) with poo…
View article: COVID-19 and the economy: job loss and economic shutdown
COVID-19 and the economy: job loss and economic shutdown Open
The COVID-19 pandemic devastated several countries across the globe, having economic, social, and health impacts on all nations, some more than others with over 31 million infection cases and almost 1 million deaths as a result of the pand…
View article: The role of comprehensive sexuality education (CSE) in reimagining HIV/AIDS inequalities
The role of comprehensive sexuality education (CSE) in reimagining HIV/AIDS inequalities Open
Over 70 million people globally have been infected with HIV since the beginning of the epidemic. HIV infection has neither a cure nor a vaccine; hence, education and awareness have been adopted to prevent the spread of the virus. Despite t…
View article: Addressing the high burden of noncommunicable diseases in Nigeria: a commentary
Addressing the high burden of noncommunicable diseases in Nigeria: a commentary Open
Purpose The purpose of this study describes how individuals; healthcare providers and the government can reduce the burden of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) in Nigeria. Design/methodology/approach This commentary paper combines extensive …
View article: Maternal Mortality Rate (MMR), Percentage of Teenage Mothers and Youth Female Literacy Rate
Maternal Mortality Rate (MMR), Percentage of Teenage Mothers and Youth Female Literacy Rate Open
BackgroundIn the past few years, maternal mortality rate has been a growing area of research interest in Africa. It is also noteworthy that teenage mothers are on the rise. This study is aimed at assessing the relationship between maternal…
View article: Ending the Scourge of Child Malnutrition in Africa: Causes, Consequences and a Call for Urgent Action; A Review
Ending the Scourge of Child Malnutrition in Africa: Causes, Consequences and a Call for Urgent Action; A Review Open
With over one-third of the global under 5 stunting cases and a quarter of both the under 5 wasting and overweight cases in 2018, Africa is disproportionately affected by all forms of malnutrition.Furthermore, despite a reduction of childho…
View article: The High Proportion of Child Brides in Africa: Implications for The Girl Child and The Society
The High Proportion of Child Brides in Africa: Implications for The Girl Child and The Society Open
Introduction: Early marriage exposes young brides to a lot of ills, which are not limited to emotional and mental distress, school drop-out, early widowhood, Vesico-vaginal fistula (VVF) disease, etc. This study, therefore, aims to present…