Ofodile Francis Uchechukwu, Orie Desmond Emeke, Arinze Queen Uchechi, Ezeh, Chidiebere Joel, Agba Somkenechukwu Obiora, Ekekwe, Nwabunwannne Emmanuel & Azuaru Chukwuka Peter·Asian Journal of Research and Reports in Gastroenterology·2025
Background: In Nigeria, upper gastrointestinal bleeding (UGIB) is a life-threatening medical emergency with an estimated death rate of 30%. There is limited comprehensive data on its epidemiology and regional distribution, which impedes efficient healthcare strategies. This is a...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrrga/2025/v8i1183
Background: The hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection is a major public health challenge in Nigeria, where the disease is categorised as endemic (8.1% prevalence rate). Although hepatitis B vaccination has been included in the National Programme on Immunisation in Nigeria since 2004,...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrrga/2025/v8i1181
Ofodile Francis Uchechukwu, Mathew Chidera Ugwuanyi, Uche Ikechukwu Emmanuel, Arinze Queen Uchechi, Uchechukwu, Michael Chinonso, Chiazor Adim Kessiena, Enemuo Vincent Chidi & Uyor Miracle·International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health·2025
Colon cancer is one of the major health concerns globally. In Enugu North LGA of Nigeria, elderly residents have low awareness and uptake of colonoscopy. This study examines factors influencing screening awareness and accessibility, to reduce colorectal cancer mortality. A cross-...
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Research Article10.9734/ijtdh/2025/v46i51652
Aims: This study aimed to assess the prevalence and risk factors of diabetes and hypertension among adults Aged 50+ in Ameke Ngwo, Enugu, and identify significant demographic and lifestyle risk factors associated with these conditions. Study Design: The study employed a cross-sec...
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Research Article10.9734/ijtdh/2025/v46i21628