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Despite growing concerns regarding insufficient sleep among adolescents, emerging evidence suggests that sleep duration alone may not adequately reflect sleep-related impairments in learning and acade
Digital-induced pseudo-sufficient sleepBedtime mobile phone useSleep qualityDaytime alertnessAcademic functioning.
Original Article
Introduction: Drug utilization studies are usually aimed at promoting rational use of medicines, improving therapeutic outcomes and enhancing patients’ quality of life. Studies on anti-diabetic drugs
Antidiabetic drugsSexual dysfunctionGlycaemic control
Systematic Review
Background: Workplace violence is a growing concern in healthcare, especially in emergency departments and psychiatric settings. To address this, some institutions have turned to Conducted Electrical
TASERConducted Electrical WeaponsHealthcare SecurityEmergency MedicineMedical EthicsHospital Violence
Original Article
Background: Healthcare workers (HCWs) faced increased risk of SARS-CoV-2 infection. During the early pandemic, shortages of N95 respirators made their rational, risk-based use essential. The Ministry
COVID-19healthcare workersN95 respiratormask useinfection preventionSARS-CoV-2.
Original Article
Background: Malaria in pregnancy is a public health problem in tropical countries like Nigeria where it is associated with adverse pregnancy outcomes. Several strategies have been put in place to cont
malaria preventionmaternal malaria parasitesnewborn malaria parasitesNigeria
Original Article
Background: Rational use of medicines (RUM) is crucial for optimal patient care and efficient utilization of healthcare resources. In obstetrics and gynecology, inappropriate prescribing practices can
drug utilizationrational use of medicinesantimicrobial stewardshipobstetrics and gynecologyfixed dose combinationpolypharmacy
Review Article
Chlorhexidine is widely used in restorative dentistry because of its broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity, substantivity, and low cost. Beyond its antiseptic properties, chlorhexidine has attracted c
ChlorhexidineRestorative DentistryDentin BondingMatrix MetalloproteinasesCytotoxicityDrug Utilization
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Objective: To assess how renal function influences the efficacy and safety of Apixaban and Rivaroxaban in patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) and chronic kidney disease (CKD). Design: Systematic re
Atrial FibrillationStroke PreventionChronic Kidney DiseaseRenal InsufficiencyApixabanRivaroxaban
Original Article
Objective: compare a disposable cuff pressure device with a traditional analogue manometer in terms of ease of use, time efficiency, and user preference. Design: prospective randomised cohort study. S
cuff pressureendotracheal tubemonitoringusabilityMcNemar’s test
Original Article
Background: Cervical spine surgery outcomes in resource‑constrained settings are often assessed subjectively, lacking standardised objective measures that account for local realities. This study aimed
Cervical spine surgerymathematical modelfunctional outcomeresource-constrained settingsspinal cord injuryNigeria.
Original Article
Introduction: Mental disorders represent a major global public health issue, particularly in low-resource countries. They are often associated with the use of psychoactive substances, notably cannabis
Cannabis dependencepsychiatric comorbiditiesassociated factorsseverity.
Original Article
Background: Medical educators and clinical trainers are increasingly expected to demonstrate competencies beyond clinical expertise, including in curriculum design, assessment, educational research, a
Medical EducatorClinical TrainerHealth Professions EducationValueUse
Original Article
Background: Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a growing global health concern, with increasing prevalence linked to rising obesity rates. Early identification of at-risk women can mitigate advers
gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM)Glycated Hemoglobin APregnancy TrimesterFirstPregnancyInsulin Resistance
Original Article
Background and Aim: Surgical site infections (SSIs) remain a major complication in orthopedic surgery, contributing to morbidity, prolonged hospitalization, and economic burden. This study explores th
Peri-operative antibioticsSurgical site infectionsOrthopedic surgeryNigeria
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Diarrhea remains a major cause of child mortality in sub-Saharan Africa. Although Oral Rehydration Solution is a highly effective intervention, its utilization in Ethiopia is low. This community-based
ORS utilizationDiarrhea managementUnder-two childrenMaternal healthJimma Ethiopia