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Assessment of Microbial Contaminations Associated with Steering Wheels and Palms of Commercial Drivers at the University of Cape Coast’s Taxi Rank

F. A. Osei, H. D. Nyarko & A. Atter · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2021

Aims: The study aimed at enumerating, identifying and showing similarities and variation of microbial species found on the palms of drivers and steering wheels.  Methodology: Twenty-one (21) samples each from steering and palms were randomly collected into sterile bags and transp...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2021/v31i930345

Food Derived Bioactive Peptides for Health Enhancement and Management of Some Chronic Diseases

A. F. Ogori, A. T. Girgih, J. O. Abu & M. O. Eke · Asian Food Science Journal · 2019

The bioactive peptides produced by enzymatic hydrolysis, acid hydrolysis and fermentation approach have been identified and used widely in research. These methods are important in enhancement or prevention and management of chronic diseases that are ravaging the world such as typ...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2019/v8i130011

Bioactive Compounds in Fish and Their Health Benefits

Dorcas Nguemo Kundam, Israel Okpunyi Acham & Abraham Tartenger Girgih · Asian Food Science Journal · 2018

Fish have received considerable attention in the last several decades due to the presence of a unique blend of bioactive compounds like omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, protein hydrolysates, polypeptides, peptides, amino acids, vitamins and minerals. The danger of developing...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/AFSJ/2018/41803

Antibiogram Pattern Development of Pyogenic Bacteria and the Evaluation of their Multi-drug Resistance

Asma Bashir, Kiran Fatima, Neha Farid & Kashif Ali · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2018

Purpose: Different studies show consistent predictable bacterial profiles in wound infections, antibiotic resistance and capacity to adapt to a changing environment, which render the pathogens a matter of concern in hospital acquired infections. Therefore, periodical monitoring o...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ARRB/2018/41785

Occupational Health Regulations in Nigeria: A Narrative Overview

B. O. Ogbonna, L. N. Ezenekwe, S. U. Uzodinma, C. P. Isidienu, C. E. Ejim, I. K. Asogwa, I. G. Ohiaeri & O. L. Okwuosa · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2016

The immediate and remote consequences of morbidity and mortality associated with occupational health are alarming. It underscores the need to put measures in place to protect employees who are the most vulnerable. This study examined the existing occupational health regulations i...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/AJMAH/2016/29540