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Comparative Evaluation of Diabetes Complication Using Liver Function Parameters as Indices between Male and Female Alloxan Induced Diabetic Rats

Iwuji Joy Chidinma, Nwanjo Harrison Ugochukwu, Nwosu Dennis C, Onuoha Chisom Precious, Emerole Chinwe Nelly & Ohaeri Evangelina Ozoemena · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2024

It is known that diabetes causes liver damage. On the other hand, because most cases of liver damage have been investigated in males, examining the relationship of this disease in both sexes is of great importance. This study was aimed at, comparatively evaluating diabetic compli...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijtdh/2024/v45i71571

Sero-Prevalence of HBV and HIV Co-Infection in the Senatorial Districts of Ekiti State, Southwest, Nigeria

Famoni O. P, Oyinloye J. M. A, Okiki P. A, Daramola G. O, Ojerinde A. O, Ajayi O. D & Esan C. O · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2024

Hepatitis is an inflammatory disease of the liver which can be acute or chronic. It can be caused by viruses (viral hepatitis), certain chemicals, drugs, prolonged or excessive consumption of alcohol (alcoholic hepatitis), some genetic abnormalities or a dysfunctional immune syst...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijtdh/2024/v45i71570

Antimicrobial Resistance Patterns of Bacteria Isolated from Pharmacy Technicians' Hands in Ghana

Emmanuel Udochukwu Osisiogu, Hamidu Tampuori Abdul-Razak, Clement Wepia Abosum, Genevive Afia Amoakoa Agyapong, Flavia Kaduni Bawa, Emmanuel Mawuli Nattah, Raphael E. Amemo & Ngmennasong Antoanette · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2024

Background: Pharmacy technicians play a critical role in healthcare delivery, particularly in developing countries like Ghana. However, there is limited knowledge about the microbial contamination of their hands and the antimicrobial susceptibility patterns of these microbes. Thi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijtdh/2024/v45i71569

Evaluation of Infected and Non-infected Wounds Healing Activity of Eriosema robustum Hydroethanolic Leaves Extract Ointments in Streptozotocin Induced Diabetic Rats

Gael Marius Tsaffo, Richard S. Tagne, Steve Endeguele Ekom, Michel Noubom, Josias Djenguemtar, Gabriel Tchuente Kamsu, Huguette Bocanestine Laure Feudjio, Aurelie Dahlia Yemeli Piankeu, Louis-Claire Ndel Famen & Donatien Gatsing · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2024

Untreated diabetic wounds provide an optimal environment for bacterial growth, which, over time, can develop resistance to common antibiotics and ultimately result in amputation. Therefore, it is necessary to search for new sources of antimicrobial molecules with wound healing ac...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijtdh/2024/v45i71568

The Relationship between Housewives' Knowledge and Attitudes towards Clean and Healthy Living Behavior

Wiradi Suryanegara & Erica Gilda Misnawati Simanjuntak · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2024

Aims: The research aims to determine the relationship between knowledge and attitudes of housewives towards clean and healthy living behaviour in Intan Lestari Housing, Bekasi City in 2024 Introduction: Clean and healthy living behaviour can be done anywhere, such as at home, wor...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijtdh/2024/v45i71567

Dengue Reinfection and Co-infection: A Study of Incidence and Outcomes in Adults Admitted to a Tertiary Care Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan

Sadaf Hanif, Aisha Jamal, Rameen Aijaz & Rodaba Iqbal · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2024

Aim: To determine the occurrence of re-infection and co-infection with dengue among the adult population in Karachi, Pakistan. In addition, to determine the frequency of various medical complications among dengue patients with or without co-infection and reinfection. And to ident...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijtdh/2024/v45i71566

Role of Delayed Cord Clamping in Limiting Blood Transfusion in Preterm Babies’: A Series of Three Nigerian Cases

Nwokeforo U Nathan, Ezuruike O Ezinwa, Okorochukwu Bartholomew & Onumajuru Chiemeka · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2024

The management of preterm babies are usually challenging with one significant issue being anaemia, which often requires multiple blood transfusions and their associated complications. Delayed cord clamping during delivery have been identified as a proactive measure to reduce the...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijtdh/2024/v45i71565

The Relationship between Physical Fitness Level with Body Mass Index of Medical Students at Indonesian Christian University, Jakarta

Frica Ronauli Batubara, Raden Revianto Ananto Putro & Wendy Hendrika · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2024

Aims: This research aims to understand the relationship between physical fitness level and body mass index (BMI) of students at the Faculty of Medicine, Indonesian Christian University, especially the class of 2021. Study Design: The research design used in this study was observa...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijtdh/2024/v45i71564

The “Baseline Widal Titre” Amongst Apparently Healthy Adults Working at a Tertiary Care Medical Institution, a Pilot Study, Uttarakhand, India

Priyanka Gupta, Swapna Kurup Rajgopal, Shashank Prateek, Deepak Kumar Gupta, Ratnendra Bisht & Mohit Kumar Yadav · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2024

Introduction: As typhoid fever is known for its endemicity all over the India, healthy people may contain antibodies against salmonella typhi and paratyphi. These antibodies may react up-to a variable titre either due to past exposure, vaccination or/and cross -reacting antigen....

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijtdh/2024/v45i71563

Staphylococcus aureus Isolated from Patients Living and Admitted in a Hospital Located in a Gas Flaring Community

Olivia Sochi Egbule, Edore Edwin Ito, Obaro Levinson Oyubu, Edward Ikenna Odum, Sophia Chidinma Odibe & Anthony Jude Anozie · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2024

Introduction: Staphylococcus aureus is a colonizer of the nasal cavities of humans and can cause various infections under favourable conditions. A causal relationship between ambient air pollution and antibiotic resistance is beginning to unfold. Aim: The present study aimed to p...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijtdh/2024/v45i71562

Epidemiology of Vaginal candidiasis and Its Antifungal Susceptibility Pattern at the Buea Regional Hospital in Cameroon

Nicoline Fri Tanih, Leudja Nathalie Flore, Luma Woquan Sama, Ofon Elvis Amih, Tanih Godfred Ngu, Samie Amidou, Chethkwo Fabrice & Njunda Anna Longdoh · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2024

Aims: This study aimed to assess the prevalence of Vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC) and investigate the antifungal susceptibility patterns among both pregnant and non-pregnant women in Buea, Cameroon. Study Design:  Cross-sectional hospital-based design. Place and Duration of Study...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijtdh/2024/v45i71561

Spillage of Akosombo and Kpong Dams in Ghana: Perspectives on Public Health Impacts on Affected Populations and Proposed Mitigation Strategies

Christopher Yaw Dumevi, Christopher Mfum Owusu-Asenso, Bright Darko Amoah, Joyce Junior Asiamah, Ezekiel Kofi Vicar, James-Paul Kretchy, Nicholas Tete Kwaku Dzifa Dayie & Patrick Ferdinand Ayeh-Kumi · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2024

Background: The negative impact of floods on humans and the environment cannot be overemphasized. Annually, different parts of Ghana get flooded resulting in the loss of lives and significant damage to property. Objective: This study assessed the public health impacts of the cont...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijtdh/2024/v45i71560

Evaluation of Waste Disposal Practices in Primary Healthcare Facilities in Rural Communities of Nigeria

Ogedegbe S. Idemudia, Isabu O. Danibelle, Chiegboka S. Frances, Idialu .O.Perpetual, Uhomoibhi D. Osezimen, Chukwuneke M. Osita, Chinedu M. Ekene, Yakubu F. Damilola, Odion Hendrix E., Uangbaoje A. Cyril, Eguare O. Grace, Ehizuelen G. Ehis & Akhaine J. Precious · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2024

Background: Medical waste, also referred to as healthcare waste, has been defined by the World Health Organization (WHO) as “all the waste generated within healthcare facilities, research centers, and laboratories related to medical procedures; including the same types of waste g...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijtdh/2024/v45i71559

Stability-indicating Reverse Phase-HPLC Method Development and Method Validation for Quantitative Determination of Degradation Products in Favipiravir API and Drug Product

Varada Soujanya & Revu Baby Nalanda · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2024

Introduction: Favipiravir is an antiviral medication shown to be broad spectrum activity against RNA viruses, and potentially treating the COVID-19. Methodology: In this study, the HPLC method for the quantification of degradation impurities (Favipiravir Acid Impurities) were dev...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijtdh/2024/v45i71557

Insights into Malaria: A Cross-sectional Survey on Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices in South-South Nigeria

Airenakho Emorinken, Mercy Ofunami Dic-Ijiewere, Eseohe Victoria Uhomohasebhor, Jane Noma Iguma-Asaka, Ndidi Akerele, Blessyn Omoye Akpasubi, Patrick Ojo Adunbiola, Barbara Okoh, Hannah Olohirere Izirein & Orebowale A. Olugbemide · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2024

Background: Malaria is a public health concern deeply ingrained within local communities in sub-Saharan Africa. Local beliefs and practices play a critical role in defining the effectiveness of control measures. This study aimed to assess the knowledge, attitudes, and practices r...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijtdh/2024/v45i71558