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2024 | Elite Journal of Haematology | Pp. 34-45
Anaemia impacts on the quality of life of people by inducing such symptoms as loss of stamina, rapid heart rate and shortness of breath. This work was carried out to determine the risk factors and prevalence of anaemia in malaria positive children below five...
2024 | Elite Journal of Health Sciences | Pp. 7-15
Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) poses unique challenges for adolescents, encompassing both physical and psychosocial dimensions. Despite its prevalence, pervasive myths and stigmas surrounding SCD persist, contributing to healthcare disparities and impeding proper...
2024 | IDOSR JOURNAL OF BIOLOGY, CHEMISTRY AND PHARMACY | Pp. 70-78
Teenage pregnancy persists as a global public health challenge with profound implications for maternal and childwell-being, particularly in low-resource settings. This study investigates the prevalence, determinants, andimplications of teenage pregnancies in...
2024 | IAA Journal of Applied Sciences | Pp. 1-8
The study explores the impact of perceived instability in Nigeria's power sector on the construction industry. The emergingeconomy has seen significant growth, attracting foreign investments for infrastructural development. However, persistentchallenges and p...
2024 | New Medical Innovations and Research | Pp. 1-8
Diarrhea is the second foremost reason for death in children below 5 years old in the sub-Saharan African region. Insufficient cleanliness, food insecurity, and inadequate health facilities are markers of SSA and thus contribute to high rates of diarrhea in t...
2024 | Medicine | Pp. 1-7
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection remains a significant global health concern, necessitating ongoing researchand innovation in the quest for improved disease management. Traditional markers for monitoring HIV progression and theeffectiveness of ant...
2024 | Elite Journal of Medicine | Pp. 67-77
Fibroids, or uterine leiomyomas, represent a prevalent gynecological condition impacting women of reproductive age worldwide. Transforming Growth Factor-Beta (TGF-β) emerges as a critical mediator in the intricate landscape of fibroid development and progress...
2024 | Elite Journal of Haematology | Pp. 1-9
In the wake of the global COVID-19 pandemic, a growing body of evidence underscores the intricate relationship between the virus and hemostasis mechanisms, unraveling a complex puzzle that demands attention from both the medical and scientific communities. Th...
2024 | Elite Journal of HIV | Pp. 18-29
This critical review investigates the intricate interplay between monocytes, HIV, and fibroids, aiming to unravel the immunological complexities that influence disease progression in women. The paper critically examines existing literature, highlighting the m...
2024 | Elite Journal of Public Health | Pp. 22-34
This review explores the intricate dynamics of hematocrit fluctuations in individuals experiencing concurrent HIV and malaria infections, highlighting the challenges and clinical implications of these hematological changes. Hematocrit levels, a critical indic...