The purpose of this research work is to compare the activity of medicinal plant(Aframomum melegueta) and conventional antibiotic against Asymptomatic Bacteriuria isolates from pregnant women attending ante-natal clinic in a major primary health center in Akoko, south ,Ondo state...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpr/2021/v8i230200
The right to obtain safe food is one of the most vital and fundamental human rights that must not be compromised or neglected; this is important because foodborne diseases can lead to prolonged disability and even death. Our study examined 28 samples of ready-to-eat foods, of whi...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpr/2021/v8i230199
Enterococci are part of the normal intestinal flora of humans and animals and are increasingly recognized as significant human pathogens and capable of causing major therapeutic challenges. The aim of this study was to isolate, identify and determine the antimicrobial susceptibil...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpr/2021/v8i230198
The susceptibility of fungal isolates associated with indoor air of medical institutions to commonly used antifungal agents were investigated using the open plate technique on Sabouraud Dextrose Agar plates. The well in agar diffusion technique was used in determining the antifun...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpr/2021/v8i130196
Viany Nankeng Manhafo, Thomas Djifack Tadongfack, Irina Lydia Sudeu Nitcheu, Vanessa Rosine Nkouayep, Aline Camerl Nzeffouo Selabi, Monique Odette Kamtchueng & Michael Junior Piameu Chadou·International Journal of Pathogen Research·2021
Background: Staphylococcus aureus is responsible of a wide range of both community and Hospital acquired infections. Several genomic variability underlie the diversity of S. aureus strains responsible for the emergence of antibiotic resistance. Objective: To assess the prevalence...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpr/2021/v8i130195
N. Deepak Venkataraman, R. Meenakshi Sundaram, S. S. Somanathan, T. Purushoth Prabhu, K. P. Rama & S. Jeya Shanmuga Priya·International Journal of Pathogen Research·2021
The word Chyavanprash (CP) comprises of ‘Chyawan’ and ‘Prasha’. Chyavan represents ‘degenerative change’ and Prasha symbolises a drug. Enhancement of immunity and longevity of life were the main reasons for which CP was consumed since ancient times. CP has about 50 herbs, spices...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpr/2021/v8i130193
Malaria is a potentially fatal disease caused by Plasmodium spp. Transmission occurs via the bite of female mosquito, Anopheles spp. Epidemiologically, global number of malaria patient are located in Southeast Asia and Africa. Until nowadays, millions of people still living in en...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpr/2021/v8i130194
Aim: This study was carried out to investigate the antibacterial activity of Sida acuta crude extracts on some enteric bacteria. Study Design: Experimental design. Place and Duration of Study: The study was conducted at The Federal University Technology, Akure (FUTA), Ondo State,...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpr/2021/v8i130192
Basil Kum Meh, Franklin Chu Buh, Rose Sangong Efeutmecheh, Idriss Fotso, Moubarak Ben Halid Tinsobad & Ferdinand Tingomd·International Journal of Pathogen Research·2021
Background: The outbreak of the COVID-19 epidemic left no nation indifferent in adopting measures to fight against the spread of the disease. This survey aimed at assessing the knowledge, attitude, and practice of Cameroonians towards preventive measures against the spread of COV...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpr/2021/v7i430191
Helicobacter pylori infection occurs worldwide, though the burden differs greatly between countries and within populations. Studies have shown that Helicobacter pylori infection is higher in developing countries, including Nigeria and among populations of low socio-economic statu...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpr/2021/v7i430190