Hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and HIV are blood-borne infections that pose a serious threat to human health, particularly in Nigeria and other sub-Saharan African countries. The infections continue to pose a serious threat to public health, particularly in areas like Ekiti State wher...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2025/v16i6453
The quality and safety of fresh cow milk are of critical concern due to the potential presence of pathogenic microorganisms. The high nutritional content of milk makes it susceptible to contamination by various pathogenic bacteria and thus serves as a vector for pathogens in huma...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2025/v16i6452
Infections caused by Staphylococcus species are frequently linked to wounds, particularly in patients who are hospitalized. Wounds can serve as a source of bacteria that lead to cross-contamination and pose a risk for methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infections....
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2025/v16i6451
Introduction: The accumulation of unvaccinated or poorly vaccinated subjects is generally at the root of vaccine-preventable disease outbreaks. The aim of this study was to assess routine vaccination coverage in children under two years of age and to identify the reasons for non-...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2025/v16i5450
Objectives: To describe the strategic, operational, and tactical aspects of the response to COVID-19 in Togo. Study Methods: This was a cross-sectional descriptive study, both qualitative and quantitative, conducted from January 1, 2020, to June 30, 2023. It involved analyzing do...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2025/v16i5449
Meningoencephalitis caused by Extended-spectrum betalactamase (ESBL)-producing E. coli is rare and associated with a high mortality risk, especially if complicated by septic shock. We report the case of a 28-year-old female patient admitted to intensive care unit with febrile com...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2025/v16i5448
Introduction: The Henipavirus genus includes the zoonotic Nipah virus (NiV), primarily transmitted from fruit bats to humans and other animals, notably pigs. Since its first outbreak in Malaysia in 1999, NiV has led to significant morbidity and mortality in regions like Banglades...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2025/v16i5447
Linezolid is a new class of antimicrobials with excellent safety and efficacy profiles and has been suggested as a promising alternative to treat patients with multidrug-resistant tuberculosis or extensively drug-resistant TB. While being effective in managing strains, Linezolid...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2025/v16i5446
Husham M Taha Aloob, Abdelhakam H Ali, Algozoly awad Algozoly, Duaa muhamadien Muhammed, Nusaiba Salah Mahmoud & Sabreen Haitham Ali Altayeb·Asian Journal of Research in Infectious Diseases·2025
Background: Blood transfusion is a critical, life-saving medical intervention performed worldwide. However, it carries potential risks, including the transmission of transfusion-transmissible infections (TTIs), particularly viral hepatitis. Hepatitis B virus (HBV) and hepatitis C...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2025/v16i5445
Background: Bronchiectasis is a chronic respiratory condition characterized by the irreversible dilation and damage of the bronchial walls, leading to chronic cough, sputum production, and recurrent respiratory infections. The condition is often underdiagnosed, particularly in re...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2025/v16i5443
Background: Urinary tract infection (UTI) is prevalent among hospitalized male patients and is often complicated by multidrug resistance (MDR). Aim: This study determined the MDR profile of bacterial isolates from UTIs in hospitalized male patients at Faith Mediplex Hospital, Ben...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2025/v16i5444
Hepatitis B virus (HBV), a vaccine-preventable infection, remains one of the leading causes of acute and chronic liver diseases. The resulting cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma were the main contributing factors to HBV burden. Hepatitis B is one of the main infectious diseas...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2025/v16i5442
Breast cancer is a malignant tumor that arises from cells in the glands, glandular ducts, and supporting glands of the breast. Histopathological examination is needed to establish a definitive diagnosis, determine the type of breast cancer, assess the histopathological grade, and...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2025/v16i5441
Dengue fever is caused by the dengue virus, a Flaviviridae member, transmitted through Aedes Egypti mosquitos. Dengue virus causes dengue fever and can develop into dengue haemorrhagic fever and Dengue shock syndrome and can be fatal and life threatening. Kerala, a small state fr...
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Introduction: HIV Testing Service Integration refers to the process of embedding HIV testing and related services into the existing healthcare systems and other service delivery platforms. This approach ensures HIV testing is not provided in isolation but as part of a comprehensi...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2025/v16i4440