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Knowledge and practice of cattle handlers on antibiotic residues in meat and milk in Kwara State, Northcentral Nigeria
OBJECTIVES: Antibiotics are important for improving animal health and production. However, the deposition of its residues in food of animal …
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Prevalence of depression and associated factors among patients with epilepsy at the University of Gondar Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Northwest Ethiopia, 2019
INTRODUCTION: Depression is a commonly overwhelming problem among patients with epilepsy which compromises their quality of life especially in developing …
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Adaptation of evidence-based approaches to promote HIV testing and treatment engagement among high-risk Nigerian youth
BACKGROUND: Nigeria has the second highest number of people living with HIV (PLWH) globally, and evidence-based approaches are needed to …
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Use of anti-gSG6-P1 IgG as a serological biomarker to assess temporal exposure to Anopheles’ mosquito bites in Lower Moshi
BACKGROUND: Malaria prevalence in the highlands of Northern Tanzania is currently below 1% making this an elimination prone setting. As …
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Does the data tell the true story? A modelling assessment of early COVID-19 pandemic suppression and mitigation strategies in Ghana
This paper uses publicly available data and various statistical models to estimate the basic reproduction number (R0) and other disease …
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Extent of compliance with COVID-19 prevention and control guidelines among supermarkets in Kampala Capital City and Mukono Municipality, Uganda
BACKGROUND: Despite the development and enforcement of preventive guidelines by governments, COVID-19 continues to spread across nations, causing unprecedented economic …
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The multifaceted care-seeking practices among caregivers of children with cerebral palsy: Perspectives from mothers and providers in Ghana
BACKGROUND: Research on cerebral palsy (CP) has lacked emphasis on knowledge and treatment practices among caregivers, particularly in low- and …
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Single nucleotide polymorphisms and copy-number variations in the Trypanosoma brucei repeat (TBR) sequence can be used to enhance amplification and genotyping of Trypanozoon strains
The Trypanosoma brucei repeat (TBR) is a tandem repeat sequence present on the Trypanozoon minichromosomes. Here, we report that the …
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Morphological variability within the indigenous sheep population of Benin
Knowledge of both the genetic diversity and geographical distribution of animal genetic resources is a prerequisite for their sustainable utilization, …
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Determinants of first-line antiretroviral treatment failure among adult patients on treatment in Mettu Karl Specialized Hospital, South West Ethiopia; a case control study
BACKGROUND: Antiretroviral therapy has dramatically reduced Human Immunodeficiency Virus related morbidity and mortality. It has also transformed HIV infection into …
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Evaluating the quality of remote sensing products for agricultural index insurance
Agricultural index insurance contracts increasingly use remote sensing data to estimate losses and determine indemnity payouts. Index insurance contracts inevitably …
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Bacteriological quality of drinking water from source and point of use and associated factors among households in Eastern Ethiopia
BACKGROUND: Biological deterioration of drinking water is the major cause of waterborne disease globally. However, there is a paucity of …
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Effect of disclosure of HIV status on patient representation and adherence to clinic visits in eastern Uganda: A propensity-score matched analysis
BACKGROUND: Disclosure of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) status improves adherence to antiretroviral therapy (ART) and increases the chance of virological …
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Lumpy skin disease outbreaks in Egypt during 2017-2018 among sheeppox vaccinated cattle: Epidemiological, pathological, and molecular findings
The General Organization of the Veterinary Services in Egypt has adopted a sheeppox vaccination policy to control lumpy skin disease …
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Electronic cigarette use among adolescents and young adults in Nigeria: Prevalence, associated factors and patterns of use
BACKGROUND: Electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) have emerged in the Nigerian market, and if used without supervision, may have damaging effects on …
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Induction of mitochondria mediated apoptosis in human ovarian cancer cells by folic acid coated tin oxide nanoparticles
PURPOSE: This study aims to prepare folic acid coated tin oxide nanoparticles (FA-SnO2 NPs) for specifically targeting human ovarian cancer …
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A systematic review and meta-analysis of the prevalence of hepatitis B virus infection among pregnant women in Nigeria
BACKGROUND: Nigeria has a high burden of hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection, commonly acquired through vertical transmission. However, there is …
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Are nurses utilizing the non-pharmacological pain management techniques in surgical wards?
The non-pharmacological pain management therapies have a valuable effect in managing moderate to mild pain intensity, especially if demonstrated in …
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Prevalence, risk factors and adverse pregnancy outcomes of second trimester bacterial vaginosis among pregnant women in Bukavu, Democratic Republic of the Congo
BACKGROUND: Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is the most common gynecological condition in women of reproductive age and associated with adverse pregnancy …
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Effects of low-level laser therapy versus soft occlusive splints on mouth opening and surface electromyography in females with temporomandibular dysfunction: A randomized-controlled study
BACKGROUND: Low level lasers have been used as an alternative pain relief therapy for muscle and joint pain, since it …