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Co-infections of Schistosoma mansoni and Helicobacter pylori in school-aged populations and implication for management and control practices in Niger State, Nigeria
Helicobacter pylori and Schistosoma mansoni are two important pathogens that infect the gastrointestinal tract, could be acquired earlier in childhood, …
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Rapid progression and short-term mortality during the January 2023 to July 2024 Cholera outbreaks in Zambia: A retrospective facility-based study
Cholera remains one of the most rapidly fatal infectious diseases globally, with untreated cases leading to death within hours due …
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Antimicrobial resistance profiles of bacteria from clinical specimens at Amhara Public Health Institute, Bahir Dar, Ethiopia: A retrospective study
BACKGROUND: Antimicrobial resistance is a major public health problem worldwide, particularly in developing countries. The effectiveness of currently available antimicrobial …
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Nasopharyngeal carriage of Streptococcus pneumoniae, its associated factors, and antimicrobial susceptibility patterns among school children in Babile district, eastern Ethiopia
BACKGROUND: Streptococcus pneumoniae colonization is a growing concern globally, including in Ethiopia. School-aged children are a key reservoir that can …
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Fall armyworm infestation, maize production and nutrition security: Evidence from Uganda
We study the impact of fall armyworm (FAW) infestation on nutrition security outcomes in eastern Uganda, measuring nutrition security by …
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Harnessing technology in education: The function of RIPPLES model in ICT utilization in public secondary schools of Amhara, Ethiopia
This study examined factors influencing the utility of ICT in enhancing teaching and learning effectiveness in secondary schools in the …
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Pharmacologic neuroprotective agents for the treatment of perinatal asphyxia in low-income and lower-middle-income countries: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials
BACKGROUND: Perinatal asphyxia (PA) is a major contributor to neonatal mortality and long-term neurodevelopmental impairment, particularly in low- and middle-income …
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Occupational pesticide exposure and safety assessment among farmers in Hohoe municipality: An ethnographic qualitative study
INTRODUCTION: Occupational pesticide exposure poses significant health risks, particularly among smallholder farmers in developing countries like Ghana, where such exposures …
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Trends and Determinants of Skilled Birth Attendants' use among Women of Reproductive Age in Tanzania: Evidence from the 2004/05–2022 Demographic Health Surveys
BACKGROUND: Skilled birth attendants (SBAs) are vital for reducing maternal and newborn morbidity and mortality, yet their use remains below …
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An explanatory sequential mixed method study of nursing students’ self-efficacy in caring for older adults in Ghana
BACKGROUND: There is considerable evidence indicating that nursing students demonstrate inadequate knowledge and negative attitudes toward working with older adults. …
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Prevalence of gastroesophageal reflux disease and its associated risk factors among the adult population of Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Epidemiological data on gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) reveal variations in prevalence rates and risk factors, which are still to be …
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Factors associated with phylogenetic clustering of hepatitis C virus, mainly among people who inject drugs who access HIV prevention services in South Africa, 2016–2017
People who inject drugs (PWID) are disproportionately burdened with hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection in South Africa (SA). Transmission dynamics …
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Neurodevelopment in children born to women exposed to pesticides during pregnancy
The global rise in pesticide use, particularly across Africa, raises concerns about maternal occupational exposure during pregnancy and its potential …
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Genotypic variability of Tunisian maize landraces: A valuable genetic resource to mitigate drought and heat stress in the Mediterranean basin
This study aimed to assess the drought and heat stress tolerance of nine Tunisian maize populations and their potential stress …
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Prevalence and determinants of precancerous cervical lesions among women screened for cervical cancer in Africa: A systematic review and meta-analysis
BACKGROUND: Precancerous cervical lesions, or cervical intraepithelial neoplasia (CIN), represent a significant precursor to cervical cancer, posing a considerable threat …
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Pahon Cave, Gabon: New insights into the Later Stone Age in the African rainforest
Although the Later Stone Age as a distinctive techno-cultural phase has disappeared, forager groups in the African rainforest persist today. …
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In-hospital survival of adults with HIV-associated cryptococcal meningitis in Tanzania: A retrospective comparison of amphotericin B-based regimen and fluconazole monotherapy
OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to examine treatment modalities, outcomes, and factors associated with in-hospital survival among people with HIV (PHIV) …
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Sugar-sweetened beverage/snack consumption and its determinants among infant and young children aged 6–23 months in twelve Sub-Saharan African countries: Evidence from 2019–2023 Demographic Health Survey data
BACKGROUND: Sugar-sweetened beverages or snacks are limited in nutritional value. Excess consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages or snacks in early childhood …
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Preeclampsia, prevalence and associated factors
BACKGROUND: Preeclampsia (PE) is a significant obstetric complication associated with adverse maternal and fetal outcomes. Zambia, like several Sub-Saharan African …
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Preconception care services in Northern Ethiopia: A qualitative exploration of awareness, experiences, challenges, opportunities, and prospects
INTRODUCTION: Preconception care (PCC) has emerged as a key component of the maternal continuum of care worldwide, focusing on reducing …