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The Nigerian Health Journal (TNHJ) is an open access, internationally peer-reviewed, English language, medical and health science journal that was established in 2000, as a publication of the Nigerian Medical Association, Rivers State Branch. The journal publishes quarterly scientific manuscripts that advance medical science or practice covering all aspects of medicine including socio-economic, political and legal perspectives related to medical practice. The journal’s scope covers medical and health science disciplines including clinical research, public health, nursing, pharmacology, laboratory practice, anatomy, physiology, physiotherapy etc. Click here for more information.

Title-level DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/ISSN.2992-345X

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Current Issue

Vol. 26 No. 1 (2026): January - March
Published: 2026-04-10

Review Articles

  • Peer Learning in Medical Scientific Research in Nigeria.

    Iroro Enameguolo Yarhere , Kesiena Seun Yarhere
    15 - 23
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.915

  • Adenoidectomy and Adenotonsillectomy in Osogbo, Nigeria, Indications, and Outcomes: A Retrospective Clinical Review

    Taiwo Oluwagbemiga Adedeji, Abayomi Kolawole Ojo
    100 - 106
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1192

  • Urinary Tract Disorders and Nature-Based Management- A Comprehensive Review

    Snigdha Satabdi Panda, Ram Babu, Gyanranjan Mahalik
    107 - 124
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1200

  • Uric Acid as a Causal Risk Factor for Cardiometabolic Syndrome: Insights from Recent Epidemiological and Experimental Evidence

    Elizabeth Ojochebo Dangana, Christian Atuluku Ekpe, Nasiru Muhammed Negedu, Simon Peterside Akogu, Eleojo Benjamin, Lawrence Aderemi Olatunji
    140-146
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1214

  • Global Prevalence and Patterns of Work-related Musculoskeletal Disorders among Butchers: A Scoping Review

    Niyi David Akintayo, Opeyemi Ayodiipo Idowu, Deborah Foluke Onisile, Jesuferanmi Tayo Ladapo, Adeniyi Ademola Fowowe, Joana Oiza Adeleke, Gift Adeola Isayode
    421 - 431
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1333

  • Mapping the Network: A Systematic Review of Social and Institutional Factors Influencing Multisectoral Coordination in One Health Outbreak Response

    Msuega Daniel Chia, Abdu Bello Gololo
    441 - 449
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1345

Original Articles

  • Factors Related to The Real Costs for Stroke Patients in The Hospitals, Yogyakarta City, Indonesia

    Muslimah Muslimah, Nina Anggraeni Noviasari, Satriya Pranata, Sri Wahyuni, Swasty Swasty, Machmudah Machmudah
    1 - 8
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.909

  • An Integrated Network Pharmacology and Molecular Modelling Study of Phytoconstituents Targeting Malaria

    Siddartha Bethi, Rahul Shirole, Leena Pathak, Manish Bhise, Subhaashree Mohapatra, Harshal Tare
    24 - 38
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1008

  • Perceived Effects of Drug and Substance Abuse on Well-Being among Rural Youths in Ogun State, Nigeria

    Adetayo Kazeem Aromolaran, Kehinde Grace Adeosun, Olusegun Emmanuel Dada, Kikelomo Olukemi Adubi, Olabode Olaniyi Olawuyi
    39 - 50
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1040

  • Assessment of Quality of Life among Selected Lower Limb Amputees in South-Eastern Nigeria

    Tochukwu Nze Ugorji, Chiwado Kingsley Onwukamuche, Jervas Ekezie, Kelechi Dorathy Kelechi
    51 - 59
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1116

  • Adaptation and Validation of Unconditional Positive Self Regard for the Indonesian Counseling Context

    Veny Mulyani, Dwi Yuwono Puji Sugiharto, Edy Purwanto, Mulawarman
    60 - 67
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1143

  • Assessment of Haptoglobin, Creatinine and Novel Markers of AKI in Homozygous and Heterozygous Sickle Cell Disease Patients in Ekiti State.

    Kazeem Damilola Suleman, Odeyinka Olufunsho Odewusi, Adeola Olanrewaju Oluboyo, Olajumoke Abosede Ekundayo, Ibrahim Folorunsho Abdulganeey , Emmanuel Ewesim, Jawadat Olalekan, Gabriella Eyide, Phillip-James Ifeanyichuckwu
    68 - 83
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1144

  • Fetal Middle Cerebral Artery Systolic-Diastolic Ratio at 12-41 weeks of gestation and clinical application in a Tertiary Hospital in Jos, North Central Nigeria

    Ulu O. Ulu
    84 - 92
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1162

  • Breast Cancer Outcomes at a Tertiary Hospital in Yenagoa, Nigeria

    Alexander Aruoriwo Dimoko, Professor Paingha Joseph Alagoa
    93 - 99
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1174

  • Assessment of vasectomy as a method of contraception among male staff of a tertiary Health Centre in North-western Nigeria.

    Musa Yakubu, Muazu Adamu Ankama, Charles Ehiabhi Esekhaigbe , Mohammed Bello Alhaji, Abidemi Oyaromade, Abdullahi Shehu, Aminu Bala Abubakar, Harrison Sunday Akogwu
    125 - 130
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1201

  • Evaluation of therapeutic education in diabetic patients in the city of Kenitra (Morocco): A cross-sectional study

    Hasnae Taouda, Ghizlane Bouazza, Mostafa Slim
    147 - 157
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1224

  • Spectrophotometric Quality Assessment of Various Brands of Iron-Containing Drugs Sold in Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria

    Uchenna Benjamin Okeke, Abiodun Samuel Abolarin, Mbang Nyong Femi-Oyewo, Wande Michael Oluyemi, Opeyemi Balogun, Emmanuel Gbenga Jolayemi, Princess Benson Achugbue
    158 - 168
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1241

  • In Vivo Antiplasmodial Activity and Safety Evaluation of the Methanolic Stem-Bark Extract of Artocarpus Heterophyllus in Plasmodium Berghei-Infected Mice

    Anthony Achizie Iwuafor, Ubleni Ettah Emanghe, Christian Junior Ide, Anthony Bassey Offiong, Bassey Ewa Ekeng, Godwin Ibitham Ogban , Ola Matthias Ekpenukpang, Promise Akugom Owai, Chibuzor Onyinye Okonkwo
    169 - 176
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1267

  • A Qualitative Analysis of Challenges Encountered in the Management of Neonatal Jaundice Among Health Workers in Selected Health Facilities in Ondo State

    Abiola Okunade, Gbemisola Bolanle Ogbeye, Oluwaseyi Abiodun Akpor, Mujidat Adenike Awogbayila
    184 - 198
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1273

  • Assessment of Nutritional Knowledge, Dietary Diversity, and Nutritional Status of Pregnant Adolescents in Bauchi State: A Cross-Sectional Study

    Chioma Nonyelum Onyekweli-Ugeh, Kayode Ajayi, Ibidayo Adefolake Alebiosu, Patience Msendoo Gwadza, Elizabeth Oyeyemi Adedayo
    199 - 211
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1277

  • Effect of Petroleum Products Inhalation on Oxidative Stress Parameters of Male Wistar Albino Rats

    Amarachukwu Grace Offor, Cyril Onyekachi Edoga, John Uchenna Anukwu
    212 - 220
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1281

  • Financing Mental Health in Nigeria (2021–2025): Budgetary Trends, Comparative Evidence, and Reform Pathways

    Hazel Carolyne King, John-Mark Kuzayet King, Benmun Damul , Halima Jafiya , Christine Bestman, Oganya Agbaji
    221 - 230
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1283

  • Antibacterial Activity of Ethanolic and Aqueous Extracts of Allium Sativum (Garlic) on Selected Ocular Bacterial Isolates

    Young Christian Azuamah, Mmesoma Promise Okpara, Wesley Braide
    231 - 241
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1286

  • Depression symptoms and suicidal ideation resulting from spousal bereavement among widows in Abi Local Government Area

    Simon Alain Inah, Blessing Joseph Ekpe, Favour Evare Ukata, Joy Nduese Obot, Josephine Eneji Egbung, Nuria Silvanus Nwachuku, Mary Ulumma Udeh, Bright Chibunna Ajoku, Nelson Chukwudi Osuchukwu
    242 - 252
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1289

  • Evaluation of the physicochemical and bacteriological quality of drinking water sources in rural communities of Cross River State, Nigeria

    Simon Alain Inah, Deborah Busayo Josiah, Josephine Eneji Egbung, Owan Emmanuel Owan, Blessing Tah Bankong, Nuria Silvanus Nwachuku, Mary Ulumma Udeh, Bright Chibunna Ajoku, Nelson Chukwudi Osuchukwu
    253 - 268
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1293

  • Comparative Effects of Phytochemical Constituents (Alkaloids, Tannins, and Flavonoids) of Uvaria ovata on the Male Reproductive Organs of Albino Rats

    Precious Ebisintei
    269 - 277
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1295

  • Sexual Practices and HIV/AIDS Vulnerability Among Adolescents in Lokoja, North-Central Nigeria: Mixed-Method Cross-Sectional Study

    Edward Ukwubile Egwuaba, Patricia Chinwe Iloka, Blessing Adeyi Sunday, Ann Chinwe Akpunonu, William Amechi Chukwuma, Anselm Uchechukwu Abonyi, Cali Ojimba, Priscilla Ifeoma Nwakoby , Enoch Nnamdi Nwakoby
    278 - 288
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1297

  • Acute Effects of Steady-State Generator and Intermittent Traffic Noise on Attention and Short-Term Memory in Nigerian University Students: A Counterbalanced Experimental Study.

    Muhammad-Hadi Folarin Oyerinde, Idris Muhammad Yakubu, Ikemsinachi Teddy Ononogbo, Elvina Oruobu, Paul Chidiebere Onyebuchi
    289 - 297
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1300

  • The Relationship Between Illness Perception and Medication Adherence in Hypertensive Patients Attending the General Out-Patient Clinics, Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital, South-West Nigeria

    Omotayo Folorunso Afolayan, Adewale Oluwafemi Ayadi, Olusoji Abidemi Solomon, Segun Matthew Agboola, Azeez Oyemomi Ibrahim, Kolawole Michael Olusuyi, Tosin Anthony Agbesanwa
    298 - 308
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1301

  • Repeatability and Reproducibility of Anthropometric Measurements: An Evaluation of Intra- and Inter-Observer Reproducibility Among Students in the Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, Ebonyi State University Abakaliki

    Arinze Francis Obasi, Chiemeka Nwankwo Okoro, Theresa Ebele Efor
    309 - 319
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1302

  • Inter-rater and Intra-rater Reliability of Manual Anthropometric Measurements: Impact of Gender Dynamics in a Cross-Sectional Study of Nigerian University Students

    Chiemeka Nwankwor Okoro, Arinze Francis Obasi, Theresa Ebele Efor, Ekenma C. Mmahi , Femi Oyekanmi Awelegbe, Ozoemena Nwuzor, Livinus Ndubuisi Ogbonna , Etebefia S. Oghenevwoke
    320 - 331
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1305

  • Serum Vitamin D and Calcium Status in Pregnant Women in Calabar, Southern Nigeria

    Edu Michael Eyong, Michael Eteng Eyong, Ezukwa Ezukwa Omoronyia, Lawson Ekpeni Ekpe
    339 - 347
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1310

  • Five-Year Review of Caesarean Sections Among Primiparous Women in A Semi-Urban Government Hospital in South-South Nigeria-A Retrospective Cross-Sectional Study

    Ngozi Roy Maduka
    348 - 354
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1313

  • Pattern And Outcome of Lassa Fever Cases Seen at the Virology Unit of Alex Ekwueme Federal University Teaching Hospital, Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, Nigeria

    Chiemeka Nwankwor Okoro, Oyekanmi Femi Awelegbe
    355 - 366
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1315

  • Bridging Diabetes and Dental Care: Undiagnosed Diabetes Risk Among Dental Patients Using FINDRISC Questionnaire in a Tertiary Hospital, Nigeria

    Chidiebere Valentine Ugwueze, Henry Uyi Igbinedion, Cosmas Kenan Onah, Elizabeth Obiamaka Nwigwe, Maris Unoma Ugwueze
    367 - 375
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1317

  • Epidemiology of Leg Ulcers in Sickle Cell Disease Patients- A Multicenter Study

    Efe Mobolaji Okuonghae, Otejiro Onayimi Urhie, Benedict Nwogoh, Muhammad Ishau Diris, Olumide Akintomiwa Awotiku, Ibhayehor Juliet Orobosa
    376 - 382
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1318

  • Maternal Use of Traditional Eye Medicines in Children Attending Immunization Clinics in Onitsha, Nigeria: A Cross-Sectional Study

    Adanma Chinyele Ezenwa, Adaora Amaoge Onyiaorah, Nkiruka Nonyelum Okoloagu, Christiana Onyinye Ubaka, Anthonia Chinyelu Udeaja
    383 - 391
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1325

  • Assessment of Total Terpenoids and Potential Synergistic Antimicrobial Activities of Avena sativa and bark of Carica papaya

    Pharm Sunday Onyemali Onyeloni , Prof Ikemefuna Chijioke Uzochukwu, Obielumani Ossai Onyeloni , Prof Edwin Ogechukwu Omeje, Dr. Ogechukwu Blessing Umeokoli , Mr. Prosper Akporuvwetere Etoh
    392 - 400
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1328

  • Assessing Antibiotic Use and Antimicrobial Stewardship Practices in a Nigerian Tertiary Hospital

    Divine Chimmakwa Amaewhule, Kesiena Seun Yarhere
    401 - 411
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1329

  • Pattern of Anti-hypertensive Prescription and Adherence to Anti- Hypertensive Medications among Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease in A Tertiary Health Care Facility in Southern Nigeria

    Tams Isaac Tamunobelema, Pedro Chimezie Emem-Chioma, Lauretta Deinma Tamunobelema, Tebu Oghenerukevwe
    412 - 420
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1330

  • Nephroprotective Effects of Beta vulgaris Against Cimetidine-induced Renal Toxicity: Histological and Biochemical Evidence in a Rat Model.

    Mufutau Oladele Oladimeji, Tolulope Adefola Edward, Ugochukwu Umeaku , Sylvester Sunday Edward, Adepoju Luqman Hassan, Samuel Olawafemi Olaniyi, Foluso Olamide Ojo, Babatunde Elijah Arayombo, Asisat Bola Tijani, Rukayat Adesewa Farinde, Mokolade Samson Ige
    432 - 440
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1344

  • Psychological Pathways to Personal Financial Management Behaviour among School Teachers - A Serial Mediation Approach

    Souparnna Lakshmi Parthasarathy, Vidhya Vinayachandran
    450 - 461
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1346

  • Assessing the Dual Roles of Biosulforaphane: Toxicity and Protective Effects against Aspergillus fumigatus

    Ikechukwu Harmony Iheukwumere, Chidiogo Marigold Iheukwumere, Victor Echezona Ike, Oluchukwu Abba, Chinenye Azuka Mere, Francisca Chinwendu Ezeoke, Ikechukwu Asika, Ifeoma Grace Akabuike, A. K. Nwankwo, P. A. Egbe, B. C. Unaeze, J. N. Ndiye, I. P. Oragwu
    462 - 471
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1349

  • Beyond Conventional Antibiotics: Molecular Design, Mechanistic Dynamics, and Clinical Translation of Antimicrobial Peptides Against Carbapenem-Resistant Acinetobacter baumannii

    Samuel Ebiloma, Okoronkwo Christopher Uche, Happy Uchendu Ndom, Nkechi Chuks Nwachukwu, Hope Chukwuemeka Okereke, Happiness Adaku Ezechukwu, Stanley Akudo Confidence
    472 - 483
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1353

  • A Comparison of the Predictors of Abnormal Cervical Cytology among HIV-Positive and HIV-Negative Women Attending Lagos University Teaching Hospital, Nigeria

    Adebola Afolake Adejimi, Kehinde Sharafadeen Okunade, Aderinsola Faith Faturoti, Adekunbiola Aina Banjo, Akinsanya Olayide Osibogun
    484 - 496
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1366

  • Seroprevalence of Lassa Virus Infection and Associated Risk Factors in North-Central Nigeria: A Community-Based Multi-State Study

    Stephen Obekpa Abah, Augustine Ovie Edegbene, Temidayo Oluwatosin Omotehinwa, Oga Ode, Oladapo Sunday Shittu, Onyemocho Audu, Evangeline Olohi Abah, Samuel Ijoganu, Genesis Kwaghgande, Celina Aju-Ameh, Adesanya Abimbola, Emmanuel Otache, Emmanuel Ameh, Joyce Danyi, Owoicho Ikwu, Esther Agmdalo Malachi Cegbeyi, Oludare Oladipo Agboola, Joseph Okoeguale, Reuben Agbons Eifediyi, Ediga Bede Agbo, John Alechenu Idoko, Innocent Otoboh Achanya Ujah, Joseph Anejo-Okopi
    497 - 509
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1390

Case Report and Series

  • Intestinal Obstruction in Childhood Caused by Intussusception: Experience at A Tertiary Hospital in Southern Nigeria

    Chigbundu C. Nwokoro, Lukmon O. Amosu, Ibukunoluwa O. Ogundele, Adewusi Oluwarotimi Oso, Adekunle A. Ajayi, Abiodun B. Igbagbolere, Emmanuel Kalesanwo, Ayodeji Ayegbusi, Adeleke D. Adewole
    9 - 14
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.912

  • Clinical Presentations and Outcomes of Inexperienced Surgical Interventions in Specialized General Surgery Diseases: Case Series and Literature Review

    Rex Friday Ijah, Victor Wagozie, Ukrajit Samuel Sonye, Gideon Owajigbanam Iragunima
    131 - 139
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1203

  • Extensive Cervicofacial and Truncal Necrotizing Fasciitis in the Puerperium: Successful Management with Surgical Debridement and Skin Grafting

    Boysungni Zaro, Kani Yamuna Aminu, Abdullahi Abba Habib, Akande Tajudeen Sanusi, Muhammad Idris, Rasheed Mumini Wemimo
    177 - 183
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1270

  • Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia in Two Sisters in Calabar, Nigeria: Case Report and Challenges of Management

    Michael Eteng Eyong, Ekaette Itam Nsa, Ekaete Brown Abang, Emmanuel Eyo Ekanem, Edu Michael Eyong
    332 - 338
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i1.1307
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