Background: Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a common sexually transmitted infection and a cause of cervical cancer. Vaccination is effective, yet coverage remains low in many low- and middle-income countries. Nigeria struggles with scale-up, particularly in Rivers State. Aim: This...
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Research Article10.9734/irjo/2026/v9i2236
Repeated use of vegetable oil for frying has been reported as a potential contributor to many health hazards affecting human populations, particularly in developing countries where regulatory oversight may be weak or limited. Thermal oxidation of vegetable oils during repeated de...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfrn/2026/v5i4455
Peripheral ossifying fibroma (POF) is a benign, reactive gingival lesion whose clinical features may resemble those of other localised gingival enlargements. This case report describes the clinical, radiographic and histopathological findings, management and follow-up of POF invo...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrd/2026/v9i2354
The vaginal microbiome undergoes dynamic changes during pregnancy and plays an important role in maintaining maternal reproductive health and supporting a healthy pregnancy. The vaginal microbial community is commonly dominated by Lactobacillus species, which contribute to vagina...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrgy/2026/v9i1193
Kambiz Ebrahimi, Emir Can Arslan, Zahra Bagherian, Koosha Balak, Negin Jokar, Tahoura Talebidelooei, Mohammadreza Jahri Sheijani, Seyyed Mohammad Hossein Aghaei, Sergey Sergeevich Ivanov, Arian Safi Esfahani & Kiyana Khodabandehloosoltani·Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports·2026
Background: Paediatric maxillofacial fractures present distinct management challenges because of ongoing craniofacial growth, developing dentition and age-related differences in remodelling potential. Aims: To synthesise current evidence on paediatric maxillofacial fracture manag...
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Research Article10.9734/ajarr/2026/v20i111493
Sustainable procurement integrates economic, environmental and social considerations into purchasing decisions and may contribute to organisational performance. This study examined the drivers of sustainable procurement practices and their relationship with organisational perform...
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Research Article10.9734/air/2026/v27i61757
A blood type (also known as a blood group) is a classification of blood based on the presence or absence of antibodies and inherited antigenic substances on the surface of red blood cells (RBCs). Although the Rhesus D antigen is the most important Rhesus antigen in blood transfus...
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Research Article10.9734/ibrr/2026/v17i4407
The foliage business occupies a distinctive but incompletely measured position within ornamental horticulture. It spans living indoor foliage plants, cut foliage and florist greens, propagation material, and the specialised services that connect breeding, production, logistics, w...
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Research Article10.9734/ajahr/2026/v13i4506
Honey bees (Apis spp.) are important social insects whose ecological and agricultural significance arises primarily from pollination, honey production and their contribution to ecosystem functioning. This narrative review synthesises current knowledge on honey bee biology, colony...
Aims: The study aimed to identify and characterise the patient, therapy, and health system-related factors influencing the utilisation of antiglycaemic agents among patients with diabetes attending selected health facilities in Nasarawa State, Nigeria. Study Design: A descriptive...
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Research Article10.9734/ajbge/2026/v9i2208
Background: Microscopy and malaria rapid diagnostic tests (mRDTs) are routinely used to identify Plasmodium infection. Locally generated paired-test data can help characterise agreement between diagnostic approaches in symptomatic hospital attendees. Objective: To estimate malari...
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Research Article10.9734/sajp/2026/v9i4321
Aims: This study evaluated whether cabbage (Brassica oleracea) juice could attenuate bisphenol A (BPA)-associated liver injury in female Wistar rats. Study Design: A controlled animal experiment was conducted over 28 days. Methodology: Thirty female Wistar rats were randomly dist...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmpcp/2026/v9i2498
Aims: To estimate adherence to antiglycaemic regimens and identify contributing factors among patients with diabetes attending rural health facilities in Nasarawa State, Nigeria. Study Design: Descriptive cross-sectional mixed-methods study. Place and Duration of Study: General H...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrre/2026/v9i1149
Background: Pseudoxanthoma elasticum (PXE) is a rare inherited multisystem disorder characterised by progressive calcification of elastic tissues. Angioid streaks may provide an important ophthalmic clue, prompting investigation for associated cutaneous and systemic manifestation...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrrop/2026/v9i1168