Hong Ping Zhong, Ya Qing Zhang & Wenyan Jiao · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2023
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A. M. Ekanem, A. E. Onukak, I. P. Oloyede & U. E. Ekrikpo · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2023
Aims: Pulmonary Tuberculosis (PTB) is a major opportunistic infection and principal cause of mortality among HIV positive individuals. Its screening among this population ensures early detection, prompt treatment and reduction of mortality. This study aimed to assess the burden o...
W. Aneksak, R. Kijphati, J. Krates, P. Scully, S. Amornmahaphun, L. Pholputta, S. Buadang, S. Noradee, P. Kanjaras, T. Toemjai, Y. Puriboriboon, Zito Viegus, T. Raveepong, J. Thanasai & C. Nithikathkul · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2023
Background: Older people are at higher risk of suffering negative outcomes, including mental and physical health, during the social distancing for COVID-19 worldwide, with no exception in Thailand. Therefore, the aim of this phenomenal study is to establish the database system de...
Miriti Jenny Beth Gakii, Eunice J. Nyavanga & Phoebe Masita · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2023
Background: Teenage pregnancy is a significant problem in Kenya, with over 18% of teenagers aged 15-19 being pregnant or already mothers, with rates even higher in low-income areas such as slums. Existing research has shown that teenage pregnancy increases the risk of mental heal...
N. O. Umoh, B. E. Osibu, A. Eyo, V. U. Usanga, M. Mbah & A. E. Asuquo · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2023
Background: Otitis media is linked to middle ear inflammation and sequelae, frequently occurring in infants and early childhood dealing with the accumulation of fluid behind the eardrum. It is often associated with the absence of timely and appropriate antibacterial interventions...
Kadiri, Aghiosikhaino Maureen, Olanrewaju, Lawal, Mmom, Prince Chinedu & Nwondah, Chigozie · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2023
Background: Pandemics are wide-ranging incidences of infectious diseases that significantly increase morbidity and mortality in extensive geographic area. The study assessed impacts of pandemics experienced by healthcare workers in teaching hospitals in Rivers State, Nigeria. Mat...
Solomon Chetachukwu Areji, Kelechi Raphael Onyenemezu, John Chiedu Ubah, Jennifer Makuochukwu Akosa, Chukwuemelie Darlington Okeke, Emmanuel Izuchukwu Onyenemezu `, Hyginus Echezona Okonkwo, Obinna Valentine Ikwuka & Tobechukwu Chinenye Ezike · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2023
Purpose: Lassa fever is a disease of public health concern associated with significant morbidity and mortality. It is noted to be endemic in the west-African Lassa fever belt with seasonal variations usually associated with epidemics. Nigeria among other countries is known to suf...
Njunda Anna Longdoh & Makia Claudia Mbenchang · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2023
Background: Urogenital Schistosomasis (US) is the second most neglected tropical disease to malaria. It is estimated that about 600-700 million people Worldwide are at risk of contracting this disease. In Cameroon more than 5million people are at the risk of infection. Clinical m...
Joseph O. Odoko, John E. Moyegbone, Emmanuel A. Agege, Omatseye A. Akuirene, Charles C. Ofili, Samuel D. Nwajei, Ephraim E. Benson & Ezekiel U. Nwose · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2023
Aim: Globally, Pregnant women and under five years children are the most vulnerable group in malaria zones. This study aimed to assessed factors influencing utilization of ITNs among pregnant women and care givers of children in Bayelsa and Rivers States, Nigeria. Methodology: A...
Olaejirinde Olaniyi Olaofe, Ademola Idowu Soremekun, Bolatito Opeyemi Olopade & James Oluwatomi Oladele · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2023
Aim: To describe the clinical and pathological features of the various fungal and parasitic diseases seen at our hospital over a five-year period. Study Design: This is a retrospective study of records of fungal and parasitic diseases. Place and Duration of Study: The study was d...
Ismaila Karimu, Raymond Babila Nyasa & Tendongfor Nicholas · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2023
Background: Geohelminth infections are endemic in Cameroon affecting millions of people and have serious nutritional and developmental effects especially among children. Aims: There is paucity of information on the prevalence, risk factors and nutritional effect of geohelminths o...
J. Fondop, M. C. Atyam Ekoto Tchoffo, T. Atemken, C. A. Djam, J. F. Ondo Ondo & L. T. Takoudjou · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2023
In December 2019, the occurrence of several cases of pneumonia of unknown origin in Hubei province in China led to the identification in January 2020 of a new coronavirus, named SARS-CoV-2 by the Coronavirus Working Group of the International Committee on Taxonomy of Viruses. In...
Isaac Nwabueze Asinobi · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2023
Aims: To establish mean values for serum ferritin at different gestational ages. To determine the relationship between serum ferritin and gestational age. Methodology: This was a prospective, comparative, cross sectional study carried out at the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit of th...
C. B. Nwatu, O. B. Anyim & U. S. Unigwe · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2023
Introduction: Severe COVID-19 infection is associated with significant mortality in the elderly. This is even more so, when the elderly patient with the disease also has multiple chronic co-morbidities, and is resident in a resource-constrained area. Aims/ Objectives: To outline...
C. B. Nwatu · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2023
Background: The coronavirus disease 2019, (COVID-19) pandemic dealt a catastrophic blow to health systems globally, especially those of middle and low-income-countries, whose health systems were already frail, pre-pandemic. The World Health Organization (WHO) recognizes six build...