13 Works
Barriers and recommendations for a cervical cancer screening program among women in low-resource settings in Lagos Nigeria: a qualitative study
Tope Olubodun, Mobolanle Rasheedat Balogun, Abimbola Kofoworola Odeyemi, Oluwakemi Ololade Odukoya, Adedoyin Oyeyimika Ogunyemi, Oluchi Joan Kanma-Okafor, Ifeoma Peace Okafor, Ayodeji Bamidele Olubodun, Oluwatoyin Olanrewaju Progress Ogundele, Babatunde Ogunnowo & Akin Osibogun
Abstract Background Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer in women globally despite being a largely treatable and preventable malignancy. Developing countries account for over 80% of all new cases. Women residing in low-resource settings such as those residing in slums have a higher risk of cervical cancer, and lower uptake of cervical cancer screening. Diverse barriers influence the uptake of cervical cancer screening among women in low-resource settings. Objectives This qualitative study was...
A continent-wide effort and solidarity at curbing COVID-19 pandemic: the Africa task force for novel coronavirus (AFTCOR) infection prevention and control technical working group’s experience
Elijah Paintsil, Yewande Alimi, Mohammed Abdulaziz, Onyema Ogbuagu, Folasade Ogunsola, Suzan Joseph Kessy, Emilio Horsney, Christopher Lee, Karen Brundney, Tochi Okwor, Patrick Kabwe, Ariyo Waheed, Anna Vondran, Radjabu Bigirimana, Olayinka Ilesanmi, Diana Nambatya Nsubuga, Tajudeen Raji, Wessam Mankoula, Chikwe Ihekweazu & John Nkengasong
Abstract A continent-wide Africa Task Force for Coronavirus with its six technical working groups was formed to prepare adequately and respond to the novel Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak in Africa. This research in practice article aimed to describe how the infection prevention and control (IPC) technical working group (TWG) supported Africa Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) in preparedness and response to COVID-19 on the continent. To effectively address the multifaceted IPC TWG...
Experimental validation and molecular docking to explore the active components of cannabis in testicular function and sperm quality modulations in rats
Charles O. Nwonuma, Victoria C. Nwatu, Gomaa Mostafa-Hedeab, Oluyomi S. Adeyemi, Omokolade O. Alejolowo, Oluwafemi Adeleke Ojo, Sylvanus A. Adah, Oluwakemi J. Awakan, Charles E. Okolie, Nnaemeka Tobechukwu Asogwa, Udofia A. Inemesit, Godshelp O. Egharevba, Nada H. Aljarba, Saad Alkahtani & Gaber El-Saber Batiha
Abstract Background Data available support that ninety percent of male infertility cases are due to low sperm counts. There is a scarcity of data on the medicinal effects of cannabis on fertility. This study evaluated testicular function and sperm quality modulation with cannabis in rats. Methodology Twenty-five male Wistar rats were randomly grouped into five: A, B, C, and D, each group have 5 rats. A (control): 0.2 ml 2% DMSO, B (vitamin C): 90...
A continuous quality improvement strategy to strengthen screening practices and facilitate the routine use of intravenous iron for treating anaemia in pregnant and postpartum women in Nigeria: a study protocol
Ejemai Eboreime, Aduragbemi Banke-Thomas, Chisom Obi-Jeff, Yusuf Adelabu, Mobolanle Balogun, Adejoke A. Aiyenigba, Esther O. Oluwole, Opeyemi R. Akinajo & Bosede B. Afolabi
Abstract Background Pregnancy-related anaemia is a public health challenge across Africa. Over 50% of pregnant women in Africa get diagnosed with this condition, and up to 75% of these are caused by iron deficiency. The condition is a significant contributor to the high maternal deaths across the continent and, in particular, Nigeria, which accounts for about 34% of global maternal deaths. Whereas oral iron is the mainstay treatment for pregnancy-related anaemia in Nigeria, this treatment...
Barriers and recommendations for a cervical cancer screening program among women in low-resource settings in Lagos Nigeria: a qualitative study
Tope Olubodun, Mobolanle Rasheedat Balogun, Abimbola Kofoworola Odeyemi, Oluwakemi Ololade Odukoya, Adedoyin Oyeyimika Ogunyemi, Oluchi Joan Kanma-Okafor, Ifeoma Peace Okafor, Ayodeji Bamidele Olubodun, Oluwatoyin Olanrewaju Progress Ogundele, Babatunde Ogunnowo & Akin Osibogun
Abstract Background Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer in women globally despite being a largely treatable and preventable malignancy. Developing countries account for over 80% of all new cases. Women residing in low-resource settings such as those residing in slums have a higher risk of cervical cancer, and lower uptake of cervical cancer screening. Diverse barriers influence the uptake of cervical cancer screening among women in low-resource settings. Objectives This qualitative study was...
Mapping age- and sex-specific HIV prevalence in adults in sub-Saharan Africa, 2000–2018
Emily Haeuser, Audrey L. Serfes, Michael A. Cork, Mingyou Yang, Hedayat Abbastabar, E. S. Abhilash, Maryam Adabi, Oladimeji M. Adebayo, Victor Adekanmbi, Daniel Adedayo Adeyinka, Saira Afzal, Bright Opoku Ahinkorah, Keivan Ahmadi, Muktar Beshir Ahmed, Yonas Akalu, Rufus Olusola Akinyemi, Chisom Joyqueenet Akunna, Fares Alahdab, Fahad Mashhour Alanezi, Turki M. Alanzi, Kefyalew Addis Alene, Robert Kaba Alhassan, Vahid Alipour, Amir Almasi-Hashiani, Nelson Alvis-Guzman … & Laura Dwyer-Lindgren
Abstract Background Human immunodeficiency virus and acquired immune deficiency syndrome (HIV/AIDS) is still among the leading causes of disease burden and mortality in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), and the world is not on track to meet targets set for ending the epidemic by the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Precise HIV burden information is critical for effective geographic and epidemiological targeting of prevention and treatment interventions....
Mapping age- and sex-specific HIV prevalence in adults in sub-Saharan Africa, 2000–2018
Emily Haeuser, Audrey L. Serfes, Michael A. Cork, Mingyou Yang, Hedayat Abbastabar, E. S. Abhilash, Maryam Adabi, Oladimeji M. Adebayo, Victor Adekanmbi, Daniel Adedayo Adeyinka, Saira Afzal, Bright Opoku Ahinkorah, Keivan Ahmadi, Muktar Beshir Ahmed, Yonas Akalu, Rufus Olusola Akinyemi, Chisom Joyqueenet Akunna, Fares Alahdab, Fahad Mashhour Alanezi, Turki M. Alanzi, Kefyalew Addis Alene, Robert Kaba Alhassan, Vahid Alipour, Amir Almasi-Hashiani, Nelson Alvis-Guzman … & Laura Dwyer-Lindgren
Abstract Background Human immunodeficiency virus and acquired immune deficiency syndrome (HIV/AIDS) is still among the leading causes of disease burden and mortality in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), and the world is not on track to meet targets set for ending the epidemic by the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Precise HIV burden information is critical for effective geographic and epidemiological targeting of prevention and treatment interventions....
A continuous quality improvement strategy to strengthen screening practices and facilitate the routine use of intravenous iron for treating anaemia in pregnant and postpartum women in Nigeria: a study protocol
Ejemai Eboreime, Aduragbemi Banke-Thomas, Chisom Obi-Jeff, Yusuf Adelabu, Mobolanle Balogun, Adejoke A. Aiyenigba, Esther O. Oluwole, Opeyemi R. Akinajo & Bosede B. Afolabi
Abstract Background Pregnancy-related anaemia is a public health challenge across Africa. Over 50% of pregnant women in Africa get diagnosed with this condition, and up to 75% of these are caused by iron deficiency. The condition is a significant contributor to the high maternal deaths across the continent and, in particular, Nigeria, which accounts for about 34% of global maternal deaths. Whereas oral iron is the mainstay treatment for pregnancy-related anaemia in Nigeria, this treatment...
Experimental validation and molecular docking to explore the active components of cannabis in testicular function and sperm quality modulations in rats
Charles O. Nwonuma, Victoria C. Nwatu, Gomaa Mostafa-Hedeab, Oluyomi S. Adeyemi, Omokolade O. Alejolowo, Oluwafemi Adeleke Ojo, Sylvanus A. Adah, Oluwakemi J. Awakan, Charles E. Okolie, Nnaemeka Tobechukwu Asogwa, Inemesit A. Udofia, Godshelp O. Egharevba, Nada H. Aljarba, Saad Alkahtani & Gaber El-Saber Batiha
Abstract Background Data available support that ninety percent of male infertility cases are due to low sperm counts. There is a scarcity of data on the medicinal effects of cannabis on fertility. This study evaluated testicular function and sperm quality modulation with cannabis in rats. Methodology Twenty-five male Wistar rats were randomly grouped into five: A, B, C, and D, each group have 5 rats. A (control): 0.2 ml 2% DMSO, B (vitamin C): 90...
Experimental validation and molecular docking to explore the active components of cannabis in testicular function and sperm quality modulations in rats
Charles O. Nwonuma, Victoria C. Nwatu, Gomaa Mostafa-Hedeab, Oluyomi S. Adeyemi, Omokolade O. Alejolowo, Oluwafemi Adeleke Ojo, Sylvanus A. Adah, Oluwakemi J. Awakan, Charles E. Okolie, Nnaemeka Tobechukwu Asogwa, Inemesit A. Udofia, Godshelp O. Egharevba, Nada H. Aljarba, Saad Alkahtani & Gaber El-Saber Batiha
Abstract Background Data available support that ninety percent of male infertility cases are due to low sperm counts. There is a scarcity of data on the medicinal effects of cannabis on fertility. This study evaluated testicular function and sperm quality modulation with cannabis in rats. Methodology Twenty-five male Wistar rats were randomly grouped into five: A, B, C, and D, each group have 5 rats. A (control): 0.2 ml 2% DMSO, B (vitamin C): 90...
High prevalence of resistance to third-generation cephalosporins detected among clinical isolates from sentinel healthcare facilities in Lagos, Nigeria
Emelda E. Chukwu, Oluwatoyin B. Awoderu, Christian A. Enwuru, Ebelechukwu E. Afocha, Rahman G. Lawal, Rahaman A. Ahmed, Ishola Olanrewaju, Chika K. Onwuamah, Rosemary A. Audu & Folasade T. Ogunsola
Abstract Background Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in bacterial pathogens is a worldwide concern that demands immediate attention. Most information on AMR originates from high-income countries and little is known about the burden in Africa, particularly Nigeria. Using four sentinel sites (General hospitals) in Lagos State, this study sought to estimate the burden of AMR. Methods This is a hospital-based surveillance using secondary health care centres. Four sites were randomly selected and included in the study. Clinical...
High prevalence of resistance to third-generation cephalosporins detected among clinical isolates from sentinel healthcare facilities in Lagos, Nigeria
Emelda E. Chukwu, Oluwatoyin B. Awoderu, Christian A. Enwuru, Ebelechukwu E. Afocha, Rahman G. Lawal, Rahaman A. Ahmed, Ishola Olanrewaju, Chika K. Onwuamah, Rosemary A. Audu & Folasade T. Ogunsola
Abstract Background Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in bacterial pathogens is a worldwide concern that demands immediate attention. Most information on AMR originates from high-income countries and little is known about the burden in Africa, particularly Nigeria. Using four sentinel sites (General hospitals) in Lagos State, this study sought to estimate the burden of AMR. Methods This is a hospital-based surveillance using secondary health care centres. Four sites were randomly selected and included in the study. Clinical...
A continent-wide effort and solidarity at curbing COVID-19 pandemic: the Africa task force for novel coronavirus (AFTCOR) infection prevention and control technical working group’s experience
Elijah Paintsil, Yewande Alimi, Mohammed Abdulaziz, Onyema Ogbuagu, Folasade Ogunsola, Suzan Joseph Kessy, Emilio Horsney, Christopher Lee, Karen Brundney, Tochi Okwor, Patrick Kabwe, Ariyo Waheed, Anna Vondran, Radjabu Bigirimana, Olayinka Ilesanmi, Diana Nambatya Nsubuga, Tajudeen Raji, Wessam Mankoula, Chikwe Ihekweazu & John Nkengasong
Abstract A continent-wide Africa Task Force for Coronavirus with its six technical working groups was formed to prepare adequately and respond to the novel Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak in Africa. This research in practice article aimed to describe how the infection prevention and control (IPC) technical working group (TWG) supported Africa Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) in preparedness and response to COVID-19 on the continent. To effectively address the multifaceted IPC TWG...