• An Epidemic in the Making: The Urgent Need to Address the Diphtheria Outbreak in Nigeria

• Systemic and Dermatologic Impact of MPox: An Overview of Guideline-Based Management for Nigerian Healthcare Workers

• A Study of Visual Functions Amongst Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma Patients in Abuja, Nigeria

• School-Based Study of the Prevalence and Associated Factors of Prediabetes Among Adolescents in Kano, Nigeria

• Prevalence and Associated Factors of Congenital Heart Disease in Cleft Lip and Palate Patients at the University of Benin Teaching Hospital

• Mentees’ Perspectives on the Factors that Influence the Choice of Mentors in the Medical Profession

• A Survey of the Management of Diabetic Macular Oedema in Sub-Saharan Africa

• An Evaluation of Push and Pull Factors associated with the Emigration of Medical Consultants from Nigeria

• Nigerian Medical Association, Annual General Scientific Conference, Port Harcourt, Nigeria, 2022, Conference Abstracts.

Letter to the Editor

Review articles

Systemic and Dermatologic Impact of Mpox: An Overview of Guideline-Based Management for Nigerian Healthcare Workers

Sebastine Oseghae Oiwoh, Perpetua U. Ibekwe, Atinuke Ajani, Folakemi Cole-Adeife, Fatai O. Olanrewaju, Murphy M. Oripelaye, Adeolu O. Akinboro, Ayesha .O. Akinkugbe, Tahir T. Mohammed
Abstract 277 | PDF Downloads 154

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Floods in Sub-Saharan Africa; Causes, Determinants and Health Consequences

Alhaji Aliyu, Khadeejah Liman-Hamza, Aminu Lawal
Abstract 356 | PDF Downloads 412

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Original Articles

A Study of Visual Functions Amongst Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma Patients in Abuja, Nigeria

Adaora Okudo, Olufemi Emmanuel Babalola, Adeola Onakoya, Adunola Ogunro, Aisha Sheriff Kalambe
Abstract 140 | PDF Downloads 105

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A Comparative Study of Serum Lipid Levels in Pregnant Normotensive and Pre-eclamptic Women in Dalhatu Araf Specialist Hospital Lafia, Nigeria

Oluwaseye F Oyeniran, Lucky L. Changkat, Salihu O. Mohammed, Omodunni Afolabi-Oboirien
Abstract 133 | PDF Downloads 106

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School-based Study of the Prevalence and Associated Factors of Prediabetes Among Adolescents in Kano, Nigeria

Aishatu Zaidu Musa, Umar Isa Umar, Patience Ngozi Obiagwu, Muuta Ibrahim
Abstract 200 | PDF Downloads 154

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Prevalence and Associated Factors of Congenital Heart Disease in Cleft Lip and Palate Patients at the University of Benin Teaching Hospital

Ekaniyere Benlance Edetanlen, Ufadime Lawani, Wilson Ehidiamen Sadoh, Esezobor Peter Egbor
Abstract 101 | PDF Downloads 121

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Prevalence of Undiagnosed Dysglycaemias and their Correlates amongst Hypertensive Patients in a Tertiary Health Facility in Abuja, North Central Nigeria

Henry Onyegbutulem, Aminu Mai, Dilli Dogo, Peace Henry-Onyegbutulem
Abstract 80 | PDF Downloads 61

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Mentees’ Perspectives on the factors that influence the choice of Mentors in the Medical Profession

Mike Tochi Achor, Datonye Christopher Briggs, Tamunokuro Ezekiel Diamond, Ifeoma Anochie
Abstract 115 | PDF Downloads 131

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COVID-19 Pandemic: A Survey of its Knowledge and Risk Perception among Nigerians

Ugochukwu Eze, Adenekan Osiyemi, Adegboyega Alao, Kingsley Ndoh, Babalola Ibisola, Nnamdi Ude, Chinemerem Onwuliri, Amalachukwu Chime, Eric Ogbor, Ashiru Abdullahi
Abstract 70 | PDF Downloads 88

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A Review of Medical Admissions at the Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital (ABUTH) Zaria, Nigeria

Muhammad Mujtaba Abdulrasheed, Maryam Kuso Nuhu
Abstract 197 | PDF Downloads 213

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A Survey of the Management of Diabetic Macular Oedema in Sub-Saharan Africa

Adetunji Olusesan Adenekan, Evelyn Mensah, Kwesi Nyan Amissah-Arthur
Abstract 131 | PDF Downloads 155

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An Evaluation of Push and Pull Factors associated with the Emigration of Medical Consultants from Nigeria

Iroro Enameguolo Yarhere, Mohammed Adeboye
Abstract 102 | PDF Downloads 53

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Short Communications

Use of Short Message Service (SMS) in a Chronic Kidney Disease Screening Programme: A Feasibility Study

Emmanuel Effa, Henry Ohem Okpa, Obiageli Chiezey Onwusaka, Henry Chima Okpara, Patrick Ntui Mbu, Daniel Emmanuel Otokpa, Udeme Ekpenyong Ekrikpo
Abstract 74 | PDF Downloads 124

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Abstract of Conference Proceedings

GC-MS Analysis of the Bioactive Compounds in Aqueous Ethanol, Dichloromethane, and N-Hexane Extracts of Pumpkin (CucubitaPepo) Seed

Chinwe F. Anyanwu, Owunari A. Georgewill, Udeme O. Georgewill
Abstract 62 | PDF Downloads 86

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Status of Serum Prolactin Levels Among Male Cohorts in Infertile Couples

Collins Amadi, Kinikanwo I. Green
Abstract 66 | PDF Downloads 82

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Hypokalemia and its Correlates among Nigerian SARS-CoV-2 Infected Patients

Amadi Collins, Lawson Stephenson, Bright Amadi
Abstract 36 | AbstractAGCNMJ64No1Page122 Downloads 62

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Is Serum Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) A Predictor of Male Hypogonadism? Testing the Hypothesis

Amadi Collins, Green I. Kinikanwo, Odum P. Ehimen
Abstract 61 | PDF Downloads 75

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Point Prevalence Survey of Hospital-Acquired Infections in a Tertiary Institution, in Southern Nigeria

Bob-Manuel M, Oboro I. L, Okafor AC, Briggs DC, Amadi SC, Enyinnaya SO, Uzosike TC, Lawson SD, Dan-Jumbo AI, Aaron FE
Abstract 221 | PDF Downloads 109

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Curriculum Alignment: An Evaluation of the Current Practice at the College of Health Sciences University of Port Harcourt

Nkporbu, Aborlo Kennedy, Tudor Chinnah, Fomsi Esther
Abstract 66 | PDF Downloads 71

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Serum Levels of Selenium and Manganese in the Elderly in Owerri Metropolis

Okwara, Emmanuel Chidiebere, Wakwe Victor Chukwuma
Abstract 65 | PDF Downloads 69

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Serum Levels of Zinc and Copper in the Elderly in Owerri Metropolis

Okwara Emmanuel Chidiebere, Victor Chukwuma Wakwe
Abstract 46 | PDF Downloads 81

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Knowledge, Attitudes, and Beliefs of HIV Transmission among People Living With HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) in Sokoto, Nigeria

Hudu Shuaibu Abdullahi, Jimoh Abdulgafar Olayiwola, Shinkafi Sa’adatu Haruna
Abstract 71 | PDF Downloads 81

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Hepatitis B Virus Infectivity Status among Pregnant Women in Sokoto, Nigeria

Hudu Shuaibu Abdullahi
Abstract 88 | PDF Downloads 83

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Instant Noodles Induce Early Vaginal Opening and Irregular Oestrous Cycle on Young Female Wistar Rats

Okpara Elile Peace, Amah-Tariah Fortune Somiari
Abstract 230 | PDF Downloads 106

Page 133

Morphometry of the Psoas Muscle in Individuals with Chronic Low Back Pain Using Magnetic Resonance Imaging

Erekosima Boma Uriah, Robinson Ebbi, Didia Monday Kinikanwo, Nwokocha Grateful
Abstract 77 | PDF Downloads 70

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A Study to Assess the Efficacy of the Sofosbuvir/Daclatasvir Combination as a Pan-genotypic Treatment for Hepatitis C without HCV Genotype Determination

Abere Sarah, Oyan Boma, Koofreh-Ada Mbang, Dan-Jumbo Alali, Omunakwe Hannah
Abstract 152 | PDF Downloads 88

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Female Sterilization (Bilateral Tubal Ligation) at the Rivers State University Teaching Hospital: A Five-Year Review

Wekere Felix CC, Enyindah Cosmos E, Udofia Emilia A
Abstract 345 | PDF Downloads 121

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Haemoglobin Genotype Patterns of Booked Mothers in a Tertiary Hospital in South-South Nigeria

Altraide Basil, Nonye-Enyidah Esther, Jumbo Awopola
Abstract 60 | PDF Downloads 75

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Colposcopic Findings in Human Immunodeficiency Virus Positive Patients in Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Sapira-Ordu Leesi , Nyengidiki Kennedy T, Bassey Goddy, Sapira Monday K, Wegbom AI, Awoyesuku Peter A, John DH
Abstract 92 | PDF Downloads 73

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Sero-Prevalence and Risk Factors for Rubella Infection in Pregnancy in Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Simeon C Amadi, Ibinabo L Oboro, Cosmos E. Enyindah, Anthony C Olobuah, Anthony O.U. Okpani
Abstract 71 | PDF Downloads 82

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Prevalence of Hypertension in Obstetrics and Gynaecology Surgical Patients at the Rivers State University Teaching Hospital, Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Sukarime E, Nonye-Enyidah E, Okagua KE, Kua P, Iyama AC, Owhondah G, Alikor CA
Abstract 66 | PDF Downloads 70

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Prevalence, Trend, and Foeto-Maternal Outcomes of Placenta Praevia at a Tertiary Hospital in Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Wekere Felix C.C, Okagua Kenneth E, Clement-Wekere Gift A, Altraide Basil O, Ositadinma Pius M
Abstract 206 | PDF Downloads 97

Page 146

Unmet Needs of Caesarean Section in Nigeria: What are the Prevalence and Regional Inequalities

Osaro Benjamin O, Edet Clement Kevin, Onyema Chinemere, George Boma Iweriso, Wegbom Anthony Ike
Abstract 70 | PDF Downloads 67

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Comparison of Alcohol Use before and at the Peak of the COVID-19 Pandemic in Anambra State, South-East Nigeria

Nwangwu Obinna Anthony, Chima Promise Akunna
Abstract 54 | PDF Downloads 77

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Willingness, Hesitancy, and Uptake of COVID-19 Vaccination among Students at The University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria

Gbobie Dumle Jane, Ikpotokin AB, Gospel Ose, Ogbonna Vivian Ifeoma, Maduka Omosivie
Abstract 112 | PDF Downloads 72

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Sexual Behavior and Risky Practices Among Adults Living with HIV/AIDS in Bayelsa State, Nigeria

Ifeoma. C. Ofurum, Onyinye. G. Mba
Abstract 123 | PDF Downloads 58

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Prevalence and Predictors of Physical Violence among Students in Tertiary Institutions in Rivers State

Isokariari Ogechukwu Mary-Anne, Ogbonna Vivian Ifeoma, Bademosi Adetomi, Adeyemo Chimele, Agala Vetty, Ajie Ireju, Weje Chituru, Buowari Dabota Yvonne, Ogu Rosemary, Maduka Omosivie
Abstract 83 | PDF Downloads 75

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Health-Related Quality of Life among Patients with Depression: Validation of the WHOQoL-Bref Questionnaire in a Local Population

Nkporbu Aborlo Kennedy, Ogaji Daprim S, Nduka EC
Abstract 204 | PDF Downloads 107

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Comparing COVID-19 Vaccine Perception and Barriers to its Uptake among Healthcare and Non-Healthcare Workers in Nigeria

Isokariari Ogechukwu Mary-Anne, Asuru Meredith Chiwenkpe, Brahim Shuaibu Onoruoyiza, Ahmed Ganiyu Olanipekun, Usman Suleiman Alhaji, Lawal Qudus Olajide, Alinnor Ezioma Anne, Ihedoro Ifeanyichukwu Emmanuel, Mata Terver, Nwazor Ernest Okwundu, Onyeaghala Chizaram Anselm, Nnamani Ifeoma Ogonna, Gberedomgbara Dummene Emmauel, Nwasogwa Uchechi Kosisochukwu, Ogunkayode Oluwatosin Stephen, Salami Chika, Kosisochukwu Uchechi, Opeyemi Folorunsho, Omosivie Maduka
Abstract 164 | PDF Downloads 135

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Taxation and Incentives in Private Health Services Delivery in Nigeria: Opinion of Private Health Practitioners

Ijah Rex Friday Ogoronte Alderton, Ibeabuchi Okechukwu, Onyema Chinemere J, Harcourt Somiari L, Alabi Ajibola, Aaron Friday E
Abstract 741 | PDF Downloads 100

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Pattern of Psychoactive Substance Use and its Determinant Factors among Adolescents in Urban and Rural Communities in Abia State, Nigeria

Ejikem Patricia, Ekeleme Ngozichukwu C, Uwakwe Kenechukwu A
Abstract 98 | PDF Downloads 69

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Awareness of Tuberculosis and HIV Co-Infection amongst Antenatal Clinic Attendees at the Rivers State University Teaching Hospital

Eli S, Nonye-Eyindah E, Owhondah G, Kua P, Altraide BOA, Nnoka VN, Emeghara GI, Tee GP, Onwugbule C
Abstract 58 | PDF Downloads 82

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Prevalence of Anaemia in COVID-19 Positive Women of Reproductive Age in an Isolation Center in Rivers State, Nigeria

Eli S, Orluwene CG, Nnoka VN, Tee GP, Wekere FCC, Emeghara GI
Abstract 35 | PDF Downloads 66

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Prevalence of COVID-19 Vaccination Amongst Undergraduates at the College of Medicine, Rivers State University

Eli S, Elenwo SN, Aaron FE, Nonye-Enyidah E, Nonye-Enyidah E, Iyama AC, Ikenga VO
Abstract 56 | PDF Downloads 66

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Prevalence, Knowledge, and Acceptability of COVID-19 Vaccination Among Medical and Allied Health Sciences Students in Usman Danfodiyo University, Sokoto

Aminu Aliyu Koko, Muhammad Mahadi, MTO Ibrahim, Abdulazeez M. Danmadami
Abstract 38 | PDF Downloads 63

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Risk and Protective Factors Influencing Multiple Sexual Partners among Adolescents in Rivers State

Vivian Ifeoma Ogbonna, Zubairu Iliyasu
Abstract 77 | PDF Downloads 83

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Prevalence and Predictors of Non-Adherence to Anti-Retroviral Drug Treatment in a Tertiary Institution in Rivers State

Isokariari Ogechukwu Mary-Anne, Adetomi Bademosi, Ethelbert Nduka, Seye Babatunde, Omosivie Maduka
Abstract 82 | PDF Downloads 82

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Pattern and Treatment of Femoral Shaft Fractures in a Tertiary Hospital: One-Year Retrospective Review

Diamond Tamunokuro, Aaron Friday, Echem Richard Chinedu
Abstract 67 | PDF Downloads 68

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Femoral Fracture Fixation: Outcome of 108 Consecutive Fixations in a Tertiary Hospital

Diamond Tamunokuro, Aaron Friday
Abstract 50 | PDF Downloads 52

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Falling Gate Injuries in Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Philip D. Eyimina, Mike T. Achor, Richard C. Echem
Abstract 127 | PDF Downloads 73

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