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    Determination of body mass index on academic performance among primary school pupil in Nassarawa LGA area of Kano state Nigeria
    (International Journal of Current Research in Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2023) M.I. Umar; T.M. Umar; R.U. Sadik; B.B. Aisha; S.M. Asmau; Emmanuel Ifeanyi Obeagu
    The body mass index is one of the commonly used indicators of body fat composition and has been applied into public health and clinical practice. The index is obtained by dividing a person's weight by the square of the height expressed in kg/m2. Academic performance is the extent to which a student, teacher' or institution has achieved their educational goals. It can be measured through various means, the most commonly utilised being examinations. In primary schools, students are categorized based on their performance in examinations in to positions. 1st position being the best and the last number being the opposite. The present study is primarily aimed at existence relationship between BM1 and academic performance in primary school pupil in Nassarawa local government area of Kano northern Nigeria. A total of 400 students participated in study in selected 2 randomly primary schools in Nassarawa local government area. The measurement of height and weight were taken and BMI was calculated and the students position of the exams (academic performance) was examined by the terminal examination recorded from school management. The study found that there was no correlation between BMT and academic performance.
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    Current Issues on Monkey pox Infection among immunocompromised patients: African Perspectives
    (International Journal of Current Research in Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2023) Emmanuel Ifeanyi Obeagu; Godfred Yawson Scott; Felix Amekpo; Valerie Esame Nja
    Monkey pox is more prevalent in a subgroup of people who also have HIV, most likely because to sexual transmission and the level of immunosuppression that these patients may display at different stages of their illness. Although monkey pox can spread to everyone who comes into contact with an infected person, the causes of this subgroup's disproportionately high prevalence are yet unknown. HIV-infected individuals are more likely to experience secondary bacterial infections, longer illnesses, and confluent or partly confluent rashes as opposed to discrete lesions. Prognosis is influenced by a number of variables, such as starting health state, concomitant diseases, prior immunisation history and comorbidities. Extended Monkeypox and protracted infection may be more likely to affect those who are immunocompromised due to HIV or other diseases.This seems to occur most frequently in people who have more severe immunosuppression.
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    The Role of Public Health in Reducing Health Risks
    (Eurasian Experiment Journal of Scientific and Applied Research, 2024) Odile Patrick Thalia
    Public health plays an important role in reducing health risks by focusing on the prevention of diseases and the promotion of well-being across populations. This paper explores the multi-dimensional nature of public health interventions that operate at individual, community, and policy levels. By emphasizing a data-driven approach, public health seeks to address emerging health challenges such as infectious diseases, lifestyle-related health risks, and environmental hazards. It also highlights strategies like vaccination, health education, and regulatory reforms that have successfully minimized health risks. Case studies on the effectiveness of various interventions demonstrate the importance of collaboration across sectors to ensure long-term success. The future of public health lies in adapting to new challenges while promoting equity and sustainability to improve global health outcomes.
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    Correlation of Fasting and Postprandial Blood Glucose with Hba1c in monitoring Glycemic Control of Diabetic Patients in FCT Abuja, Nigeria
    (Newport International Journal of Public Health And Pharmacy, 2023) Abriba S. P; Osadolor H. B; Gambe S. M; Chindo E. K; Chock. J; Emmanuel Ifeanyi Obeagu
    of the complications associated with hyperglycemia in diabetes mellitus. It has been stated that measurement of glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1C) remains the gold standard for the assessment of glycemic control; there is no consensus whether the Fasting or Postprandial is a better predictor of glycemic control in poor resource setting where HbA1C is not easily accessed or available. The aim of this research is to determine fasting and postprandial plasma glucose and their correlation with HbA1C in glycemic control. A cross sectional case control study was carried out from January, 2023 to July, 2023; a total of 203 participants were recruited into the study. Fasting blood glucose (FBG), 2 hours post prandial blood glucose (2HPBG) were determined in all the subjects using the enzymatic glucose oxidase method for glucose estimation according to the instruction of the manufacturer, while HbA1C was determined using Boroaffinity Chromatographic method according to the instruction of the manufacturer. Statistical data analysis was carried out using SPSS software (Version 25.0, IBM Corp., Armonk, New York USA), and p<0.001 were defined as statistically significant; the correlation between the parameters was carried out using Pearson’s correlation. Both the FBG and the 2HPBG showed positive correlation with HbA1C in the diabetic and control subjects; however, the level of correlation varies. The correlation of FBG and 2HPBG with HbA1C is directly proportional to the concentration of blood glucose level. The FBG for the control and the subjects are 7.40±1.59 and 143.67±5.01, with HbA1C of 4.45±0.05; 6.26±1.47 Respectively. The 2HPBG for the control and the subjects are 120.70±1.75 and 192.92±7.05, with HbA1C of 5.56±0.07; 7.82±0.22 respectively. The FBG correlation to HbA1C is r= 0.875, p<0.001; while 2HPBG is r= 0.908, p<0.001. The study showed positive correlation of FBG and 2HPBG with HbA1C, since HbA1C is the value of the percentage concentration of glucose at a given period of time; FBG, 2HPBG and HbA1C can be used to evaluate the degree of glycemic control in diabetic patients’ management, in order to minimize or avoid diabetic complications
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    Challenges of Exclusive Breastfeeding among Working Class Women in a Teaching Hospital South East, Nigeria
    (Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International, 2022) Adaobi Maryann Ibekwe; Emmanuel Ifeanyi Obeagu; Chisom Evelyn Ibekwe; Chinonye Onyekwuo; Chioma Vivian Ibekwe; Amarachukwu Doris Okoro; Chioma Blessing Ifezue
    This research work seeks to investigate the challenges of exclusive breastfeeding among working class mothers in Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital Nnewi Anambra State Nigeria. The objective of the present study is to investigate the attitude of working mothers to exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) in Nnamdi Azikiwe Teaching Hospital, Nnewi North L.G.A., Anambra State, Nigeria. The study unravel those socio-economic determinates of exclusive breastfeeding among working mother's in Nnamdi Azikiwe Teaching Hospital, Nnewi in order to give recommendations that will help improve the rate of exclusive breastfeeding. Descriptive survey design was used in the study. Descriptive survey method was used to observe, describe and document aspects of the attitude of working class mothers towards exclusive breastfeeding. Data from the survey was statistically analyzed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) (version 12.0). 120 mothers participated in this study; they were selected based on the inclusion criteria and their availability at the time of the survey. Socio-demographic characteristics of mothers were presented in a cross-tabulation.