Nutritional status and feeding habits of females in public and private Universities in Osun state, Southwestern, Nigeria
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DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2020.e05023
Abstract: This study examined the dietary habits, nutritional status and socio-demographic characteristics of female undergraduates in selected public and private Universities in Osun State, Southwestern, Nigeria. The anthropometric assessment of selected respondents consisted measurements of height,… read more here.
Keywords: osun state; public private; private universities; nutritional status ... See more keywords
Multiple Sexual Partners as Major Predictor of Human Immunodeficiency Virus Seropositivity Among Pregnant Women, Osun State, Nigeria.
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DOI: 10.1089/vim.2021.0029
Abstract: Concerning human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) epidemiology, pregnant women (PW) are particularly vulnerable and severely affected. Nigeria has over 40 years of HIV epidemiology and enlightenments; to suggest control hub, we sought to know extant variables… read more here.
Keywords: osun state; hiv; seropositivity; sexual partners ... See more keywords
Biting Rates and Onchocerca Infectivity Status of Black Flies from the Simulium damnosum Complex (Diptera: Simuliidae) in Osun State, Nigeria
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DOI: 10.1093/jme/tjz250
Abstract: Abstract The Simulium damnosum Theobald complex transmits Onchocerca volvulus Leuckart (Spirurida: Onchocercidae), the causative agent of onchocerciasis. Recent evidence suggests that control efforts have strongly suppressed parasite populations, but vector surveillance is needed in parts… read more here.
Keywords: infectivity status; osun state; simulium damnosum; black flies ... See more keywords
Parasitological and Bacteriological Evaluation of Common Raw Fruits Collected from Two Major Markets in Iwo, Osun State, South-West Nigeria
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DOI: 10.1155/2023/5524499
Abstract: Background Fruits are a vital part of human nutrition because they contain the growth factors required to maintain normal health. Fruits are also known to harbour a wide range of parasites and bacteria. Consumption of… read more here.
Keywords: raw fruits; osun state; major markets; two major ... See more keywords
Black flies and Onchocerciasis: Knowledge, attitude and practices among inhabitants of Alabameta, Osun State, Southwestern, Nigeria
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pntd.0010320
Abstract: Background and objectives This study reports knowledge of residents of Alabameta community, Osun State, Nigeria on the bioecology and socio-economic burden of black flies and onchocerciasis. Methods Using structured questionnaires and Focus Group Discussion (FGD),… read more here.
Keywords: flies onchocerciasis; osun state; black flies; bioecology ... See more keywords
Investigating insecticide susceptibility status of adult mosquitoes against some class of insecticides in Osogbo metropolis, Osun State, Nigeria
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0285605
Abstract: The study evaluates the resistance and susceptibility of adult female Anopheles gambiae s. l., Aedes aegypti and Culex quinquefasciatus mosquitoes sourced within Osogbo metropolis, Osun State, Nigeria to four groups of insecticides [Permethrin, Deltamethrin, Pirimiphos-methyl… read more here.
Keywords: osogbo metropolis; osun state; susceptibility; resistance ... See more keywords
Physicochemical Properties and Total Coliform Distribution of Selected Rivers in Osun State, Southwestern Nigeria
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DOI: 10.15244/pjoes/81561
Abstract: Rivers are important freshwater resources for domestic and industrial activities, and the availability of good-quality freshwater is indispensable for preventing water-borne diseases and improving quality of life, especially in communities that lack a water supply… read more here.
Keywords: osun state; selected rivers; rivers osun; southwestern nigeria ... See more keywords
Hepatitis E Virus Seroprevalence and Associated Risk Factors in Apparently Healthy Individuals from Osun State, Nigeria
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DOI: 10.3390/pathogens9050392
Abstract: Hepatitis E virus (HEV) infection is a major public health concern in low-income countries, yet incidence and prevalence estimates are often lacking. Serum (n = 653) and faecal (n = 150) samples were collected from… read more here.
Keywords: osun state; seroprevalence; anti hev; hev ... See more keywords
Factors associated with risky sexual behaviour among sexually experienced undergraduates in Osun state, Nigeria
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DOI: 10.4314/ahs.v22i1.6
Abstract: Background Risky sexual behavior (RSB) is common among youths which predispose them to sexually transmitted infections. This study sets out to identify the factors associated with RSB among undergraduates in Osun state. Methods The study… read more here.
Keywords: osun state; sexually experienced; factors associated; risky sexual ... See more keywords