Background: This qualitative study reports on an array of phenomena which includes, past trauma, strongest memory of events, the influence of surviving the EVD epidemic, social supports during both disease outbreaks. It also covers coping strategies during the EVD epidemic and CO...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2025/v26i3634
Background: Memories of outbreaks such as the Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) and COVID-19 are challenging for survivors. Actions such as lockdowns exacerbate mental health conditions leading to post traumatic stress disorder. These outbreaks left lasting psychological effects on survi...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2025/v26i3635
Background: Malaria remains a significant public health concern in Nigeria, with LLINs playing a crucial role in malaria prevention efforts. However, the perception and practice of sleeping under LLINs remain understudied. Studying LLIN usage among undergraduate, can provide a un...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2025/v26i3633
Agaba, Eric Agim, Ujah, Williams Oche, Sadeyeng Ernest Anani, Nsikak Michael Umoh, Eteng Katherine Kenyoh, Enang Kingsley Bassey, Christie Elum Fischer, Victor Adolf Fischer & Emmanuel I. Odom·Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research·2025
Background: Testicular toxicity represents a significant concern in male reproductive health, with various environmental toxins, such as aluminum chloride, contributing to compromised testicular function and fertility. This study investigates the potential protective effects of f...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2025/v26i3632
Taiwo-Ola Dorcas Olubunmi, Sulaiman Isa Adedeji, Akanji Omotosho Dhuqarnain, Ariyo Joseph Ayobamidele, Otulana Olatoye Jubril, Ehimare Samuel Ehireme, Bamgbose Opeyemi Abel, Ifarajimi Raphael Olabode, Abdulsalam Motunrayo Khadijah & Adelakin Lola Adeola·Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research·2025
This study investigates the effects of early exposure to tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD) on maternal and fetal development in Wistar rats. Female rats (90-120 g) were administered 150 mg/kg of cannabis extract (THC, CBD, or their combination) from gestational day...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2025/v26i3631
Objective Ethiopia is facing a growing challenge of malnutrition in two forms: The country has been dealing with undernutrition problems for many years while facing increasing challenges from over-nutrition which includes obesity and related diseases. The research investigates ob...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2025/v26i2630
Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of deaths worldwide. Persea americana seed has been used for its antioxidant, anti-dyslipidemic, anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties. The health benefits of avocado seeds stem from essential nutrients and phytochemicals. T...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2025/v26i2628
Aim: Lymphatic filariasis is a significant global health issue. Their endemicity affects present-day subtropical regions, particularly those in Asia, Latin America, and Africa. Currently, the primary antifilarial medications used to control human filariasis are diethylcarbamazine...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2025/v26i2629
Background: This study investigated how the West Africans who survived Ebola virus disease (EVD) epidemic 10-years ago, but now living in Australia, perceived the psychosocial impact of COVID-19. Objective: The objective of this report is to narratively describe the demographic c...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2025/v26i2627
Background: The impacts of the 2014-16 Ebola Virus Disease epidemic and the COVID-19 pandemic on West Africans who survived these events were dire and therefore required social support interventions to ease the pain. Objective: To determine the levels of support which 2014-16 EVD...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2025/v26i2624