Asian Journal of Medicine and Health (ISSN: 2456-8414) aims to publish high quality papers in the areas of Medicine and Health Science. By not excluding papers based on novelty, this journal facilitates the research and wishes to publish papers as long as they are technically correct and scientifically motivated.
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a common neurosurgical condition frequently associated with acute neuroendocrine dysfunction. This single-centre prospective observational study was conducted in the Department of Neurosurgery, Government Medical College Kozhikode, from 2021–2022 t...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2026/v24i21359
Ifeoma Nwadiuto, Adetomi Bademosi, Nduye Christie Tobin Briggs, Gbara Precious Karakpoa & Thankgod Efeelo Peaceful·Asian Journal of Medicine and Health·2026
Background: Sleep disturbances represent a critical yet under-addressed public health challenge among medical students globally, with particular significance in resource-constrained settings like Nigeria. These disturbances compromise cognitive function, academic performance, men...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2026/v24i21357
Arajulu Gbenga Abraham, James Success Odubia, Collins Gboyega Aribamikan, Ahmed Olamide Oseni, Adeleke Pamilerin Amos, Tosin Paulina Ohunyeye & Tolani A. Fagbohun·Asian Journal of Medicine and Health·2026
Aims: To evaluate the effect of a structured health education programme on the knowledge, attitudes, and preventive practices regarding breast cancer among female undergraduates of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko. Study Design: Quasi-experimental one-group pre-test and...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2026/v24i21356
Background: Chemical pathology (clinical biochemistry) is central to perinatal medicine, delivering objective data from maternal blood, urine, and neonatal samples to detect, monitor, and manage disorders affecting pregnancy and new-born health. Pregnancy induces major physiologi...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2026/v24i21355
Alanoud K. Albanna, Amna Abdelrahman Ali Serebal, Narjes Mansour Al Sebaa, Rawan Talal Gumgumj, Reema Mohamed Alsaif, Rouz Mohammed Ahmed & Jood Khalid Alqudaihi·Asian Journal of Medicine and Health·2026
Malnutrition has a significant impact on lung health, directly affecting the respiratory muscle, immune function, and the progression of chronic lung conditions. This review article finds the primary effects of malnutrition on respiratory function, muscle performance, the immune...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2026/v24i21354
Background: Mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) is common, yet a clinically important subset of patients with a Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) score of 13–15 have intracranial lesions that require admission, close observation, or neurosurgical follow-up. Clinical decision rules exist to...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2026/v24i21352
Background: Aging is associated with a progressive decline in lung volumes, expiratory capacity, and respiratory endurance. Regular physical activity has been shown to improve pulmonary function; however, its role in preserving overall lung capacity and breath-holding ability acr...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2026/v24i21353
Abuhuraira Ado Musa, Sulaiman Idris Hadejia, Ibrahim Musa Moi, Yahaya Mohammed Katagum, Aminu Aliyu & Nurudeen Aliyu·Asian Journal of Medicine and Health·2026
Hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP) remain a major contributor to maternal and perinatal morbidity and mortality in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). While clinical risk factors are well-described, non-biological determinants including environmental, psychosocial, a...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2026/v24i21351
Daniel Asogun, Aigbokhaevbo Ehimemen Stacy, Ojeh-Oziegbe Oseyomon Gabriel, Aigbavboa Azohitare Omoikhaye, Okoduwa Barnabas Oseahumen, Aimalohi Iziren, Arinze Chinonso Augustus, Awo Chronicle Aimiuwu, Oyekunle Olufunmike Itunu & Walter Osaghae·Asian Journal of Medicine and Health·2026
Background: Sub-Saharan Africa remains the epicenter of the HIV epidemic, with persistent gaps in testing access, particularly among key and underserved populations. HIV self-testing (HIVST) has emerged as a complementary strategy to facility-based testing. Objectives: This scopi...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2026/v24i21350
Aims: Anxiety frequently co-occurs with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and may exacerbate core ADHD symptoms such as inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. This study aimed to evaluate the association and risk of anxiety with ADHD symptoms among primary sch...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2026/v24i21349