Human Immunodeficiency Virus infection and Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (HIV/AIDS) are characterized by a multitude of symptoms which still persist even with the advent of HAART and the goal of human existence is to be happy, free from pain and live a qualitative life. Hence, human beings employ different strategies to ensure the attainment ... Continue Reading
Literature on the anatomy of the African Giant rats (AGR) is gradually building; there is paucity of information on the detailed morphometric, histologic analysis of the cerebrum and olfactory bulbs of the AGR. No stereologically study has been done on the olfactory bulb and cerebrum of the AGR. The quantification of cerebral layers and olfactory b... Continue Reading
Endosulfan is an organochlorine pesticide commonly used to control pests in vegetables, cotton, fruits and other agricultural produce. It is a contact and stomach insecticide toxic to mammals, fish and other aquatic organisms. Several reports have shown that it is a highly neurotoxic agent. The aim of this study was to evaluate the role of brain li... Continue Reading
Hyperlipidemia is viewed as a primary mediator of cardiovascular disease. The aim of the study is to evaluate the effect of camel milk on Poloxamer 407 induced hyperlipidemic Wistar rats. Thirty adult male Wistar rats weighing between 150-200g were randomly assigned into six groups of five animals each; Group I: administered distilled water, Group ... Continue Reading
Rivers State cum Niger-Delta region is one spot across the globe that Amnesty International has identified to be contending with high degree of human rights challenges, despite several attempts made by successive government and other stakeholders to redress it. The main culprits alleged to be involved in violating human rights are the oil companies... Continue Reading
Vitamin A deficiency (VAD) is associated with increased morbidity and mortality, especially among pregnant, lactating women and children. Its availability in the body therefore plays a very important role in the physiology of vision and immunity. The aim of this study is to determine the factors affecting the uptake of vitamin A supplements among u... Continue Reading
The onset of menarche signals the start of women‘s reproductive life and is determined by genetics, race, environmental, nutritional habits, socioeconomic status, and exercise. The present study is primarily aimed at determining the mean menarcheal age of adolescent girls from Hausa and Igbo ethnic groups living in rural and urban regions. The st... Continue Reading
Numerous studies have shown a depletion of antioxidants and increased amount of ROS (reactive oxygen species) in patients with malignancies but no such study have been carried out on the levels of antioxidants in cancer patients in Zariawhich necessitated this study. The overall objective of this study was to measure the serum antioxidant minerals ... Continue Reading
Listeriosis is an emerging zoonoses requiring continuous surveillance in order to prevent outbreaks in humans. The disease can develop after consumption of a wide range of foods such as meat products, dairy products especially in ripened cheeses, delicatessen products, fish and seafood products and vegetables. It is a rare disease with high hospita... Continue Reading
Cancer is a disease defined to be a tissue growth that continues even after cessation of the stimulus that first evoked it. The cancer symbol is synonymous with the animal Crab which has many fingers depicting the multidirectional spread of the disease. Late presentation is the most important factor responsible for high morbidity and mortality due ... Continue Reading
The capacity of the cranium has in many studies been used to indirectly reflect the volume of the brain, predict mental ability and reflects racial characteristics. The Aim of the present work is to study cranial capacity in relation to other anthropometric parameters and intelligence amongstudents of Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria. Five h... Continue Reading
Hypertension, a non communicable, silent killer disease is of public health significance worldwide. As a public health challenge, hypertension is fast becoming a great concern in Chiroma Community, Lafia with complications such as stroke, kidney failure, heart failure and sudden death. Ill-health associated with hypertension shortens life expectanc... Continue Reading
Cannabis (marijuana) abuse has become a source of concern globally affecting almost every nation for decades. Medical use of marijuana is also on the increase being legalized in some countries. Despite extensive research on smoked Cannabis, little is known about the psychotropic effects of marijuana wax (similar to n-butanol extract), a high potenc... Continue Reading
Lead poisoning is known to cause a number of adverse effects including nephrophaty, infertility, liver, testis and heart damages in human and experimental animals. The toxic effects of lead are treated by chelation therapy whichalso depletes the body store of essential cations and as such there is need to look for alternative therapy to lead poison... Continue Reading
Globally there has been an increase in Internally Displaced Persons (IDP). IDPs are a disadvantaged population and prone to numerous challenges including insecurity, sexual violence, poverty and malnutrition among others. For IDPs in malaria endemic countries, malaria is a major cause of morbidity and mortality, especially among vulnerable populati... Continue Reading