sub-Saharan Africa

Utilisation of HIV Self-Testing Services in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Scoping Review of Delivery Models, Barriers and Outcomes

Daniel Asogun, Aigbokhaevbo Ehimemen Stacy, Ojeh-Oziegbe Oseyomon Gabriel, Aigbavboa Azohitare Omoikhaye, Okoduwa Barnabas Oseahumen, Aimalohi Iziren, Arinze Chinonso Augustus, Awo Chronicle Aimiuwu, Oyekunle Olufunmike Itunu & Walter Osaghae · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2026

Background: Sub-Saharan Africa remains the epicenter of the HIV epidemic, with persistent gaps in testing access, particularly among key and underserved populations. HIV self-testing (HIVST) has emerged as a complementary strategy to facility-based testing. Objectives: This scopi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2026/v24i21350

A Review of Nosocomial Infections in Sub-Saharan Africa

Elizabeth N. Mbim, Clement I. Mboto & Bassey E. Agbo · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2016

Nosocomial infections are a major public health problem globally and are on the increase despite efforts in hospital infection control measures and contribute significantly to morbidity and mortality.  Naturally, any micro-organism has the potential to cause infection in hospital...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BMRJ/2016/25895