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2023 | NEWPORT INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENGINEERING AND PHYSICAL SCIENCES | Pp. 16-27
There are lots of building materials that can be sourced locally for building construction purpose. Material is a major componentof construction cost and a reduction in the cost of material can also result to reduction in overall construction cost. The cost o...
2023 | IAA Journal of Biological Sciences | Pp. 185-196
Puerperal sepsis remains a significant health concern in regions with limited access toquality healthcare, contributing to elevated maternal morbidity and mortality rates. Ugandais no exception, where cases of puerperal sepsis lead to higher-than-average perc...
2023 | IAA Journal of Biological Sciences | Pp. 226-239
This study aimed to determine the prevalence and contributing factors of malnutrition inpregnancy among pregnant women receiving antenatal care (ANC) at Fort Portal RegionalReferral Hospital (FRRH). Specific objectives included assessing the prevalence ofmaln...
2023 | IAA Journal of Biological Sciences | Pp. 274-285
Malaria, a life-threatening disease transmitted by infected female Anopheles mosquitoes,poses a significant global health challenge. In 2017, there were approximately 219 millionmalaria cases worldwide, with the WHO African Region accounting for 92% of them a...
2023 | IAA Journal of Biological Sciences | Pp. 207-225
Optimal antenatal care (ANC) plays a pivotal role in promoting maternal health and wellbeing,a standard healthcare service provided globally to expectant mothers, offeringessential health assessments and guidance throughout pregnancy, childbirth, and earlypar...
2023 | NEWPORT INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENGINEERING AND PHYSICAL SCIENCES | Pp. 8-15
The construction industry faces significant delays, particularly in developing countries like Nigeria. Tertiary institutions,including universities and polytechnics, are often funded by various entities. A study evaluating the impact of fixed-sumbuilding cont...
2023 | IDOSR JOURNAL OF SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH | Pp. 139-151
Chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) is a beneficial compound utilized in the manufacturing of commonproducts such as aerosols, inhalers, and air conditioners. Nonetheless, it poses enduringconcerns for health and the environment, particularly with regard to its impact o...
2023 | NEWPORT INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CURRENT RESEARCH IN HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES | Pp. 52-58
The primary objective of this investigation was to explore the implementation of decentralization policies and theirimpact on the quality of maternal health services in Kihiihi Town Council and Nyanga Sub-county, Kanungu District.The study was guided by three...
2023 | NEWPORT INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENGINEERING AND PHYSICAL SCIENCES | Pp. 1-7
As important as the knowledge acquired via the teaching and learning process in tertiary institutions is theinfrastructure in tertiary education. This is the case since infrastructure is one of the facilities that primarily supportsthe teaching and learning p...
2023 | INOSR Experimental Sciences | Pp. 86-94
The World Malaria report shows a significant increase in malaria cases and deaths in 2021,with 247 million cases and 619,000 deaths compared to 245 million in 2020. COVID-relateddisruptions led to 13 million more malaria cases and 63,000 more deaths in the WH...