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Newest firstBACKGROUND: Nigeria faces a substantial burden of illicit drug use alongside intensified enforcement activity. However, the geographic correspondence between enforcement indicators and population-level drug use burden remains poorly characterised. This study provides an ecological assessment of enforcement-burden alignment in Nigeria and introduces a Total Seizure-to-Any-Drug-User Ratio (TSUR) as a policy-relevant…
Open article record in new tab ↗Background Substance use disorder (SUD) is a rapidly growing public health challenge in developing countries across socioeconomic divides. In sub-Saharan Africa, the situation of SUD is particularly concerning and largely unexplored, with projections indicating a worsening trend. Aims This study seeks to fill the gap by generating insights into the multifaceted nature of alcohol and drug use disorders among a youn…
Open article record in new tab ↗BackgroundNorthwest Nigeria is highly vulnerable to climate variability and heavily dependent on rain-fed agriculture, which exacerbates existing socioeconomic vulnerabilities.AimThis study aimed to explore the link among climate-induced stress, poverty, and mental health outcomes, particularly substance use as a maladaptive coping mechanism, in this region.SettingThe study was conducted in Kano, Kaduna, and Katsi…
The increasing deployment of artificial intelligence (AI) assistive systems across healthcare, education, and organisational domains necessitates a deeper understanding of dispositional factors shaping trust and acceptance. This study investigated the Big Five personality traits as predictors of trust in and acceptance of AI assistive systems among a large adult sample (N = 380) in Benue State. Anchored in the Tec…
Open article record in new tab ↗IntroductionMenopause is a central marker of reproductive ageing, but national evidence on menstrual cessation among Nigerian women in the late reproductive ages remains limited. This study examined the prevalence and socio-demographic correlates of prolonged amenorrhea/possible menopausal transition among Nigerian women aged 30-49 years. MethodsThe study used the womens individual recode file from the 2024 Nigeri…
Open article record in new tab ↗Medication adherence among patients with diabetes remains suboptimal in low- and middle-income countries, including Nigeria. Emerging digital health interventions such as AI-powered virtual support may be associated with improved adherence behaviours. This study examined self-care competence and perceived AI-powered virtual support as predictors of medication adherence among patients with diabetes. A cross-section…
Open article record in new tab ↗Clinical decision-making is a critical competency for nurses, particularly in resource-constrained healthcare systems where frontline practitioners must integrate clinical knowledge, judgment, and contextual constraints to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Although prior research highlights the benefits of artificial intelligence (AI)-supported learning and individual competencies, it largely assumes a direct relat…
Open article record in new tab ↗BackgroundZero-dose children, defined as those who have not received the first dose of a diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis-containing vaccine (DPT1), are a key indicator of inequitable access to immunization services. Nigeria remains one of the largest contributors to the global burden of zero-dose children. This study estimated the prevalence of zero-dose children aged 12-23 months and identified individual-and commun…
BackgroundDespite significant advancements in obstetric care, the incidence of preeclampsia remains a substantial public health challenge, and effective strategies to prevent the disease progression remain limited, particularly in low-resource settings. N-acetylcysteine (NAC), an antioxidant and glutathione precursor, has demonstrated anti-inflammatory and vasodilatory effects, making it a promising candidate for…
Open article record in new tab ↗BackgroundConventionally, infertility has been regarded as primarily a female issue, leading to misconceptions, stigma, and underrepresentation of male infertility in healthcare discussions. This study assessed the knowledge, attitude and perception of Undergraduates towards male infertility in Osun State University. MethodsA descriptive cross-sectional design was employed to select 300 undergraduates via multista…
BackgroundNigeria accounts for a significant share of global maternal mortality, and HIV remains a public health threat. Gombe State in northeastern Nigeria contends with profound barriers to healthcare access. This study evaluated the effectiveness of a community-based intervention using trained Community Health Workers (CHWs) to improve early identification of pregnancy and linkage to Antenatal Care (ANC) and HI…
Open article record in new tab ↗BackgroundThe success of programs to control Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) like schistosomiasis is heavily dependent on the knowledge and health behaviors of affected populations. This study aimed to assess the knowledge, awareness, and health-seeking behaviours regarding urinary schistosomiasis among female adolescents, a key demographic, in riverine communities of Abuja, Nigeria. MethodsA descriptive cross-…
Background Reviews on cannabis use have been conducted in high-income countries, but limited data exist in Sub-Saharan Africa. In Nigeria, cannabis use is widespread, but systematic reviews summarizing the available data to generate robust evidence that can facilitate interventions have not been conducted. This systematic review and meta-analysis synthesized results from studies highlighting the patterns, prevalen…
Open article record in new tab ↗BackgroundClinical audit is a vital quality improvement tool in healthcare that enables frontline workers to evaluate their care practices against established standards. This study assessed the knowledge, attitude, and practice of clinical audit among frontline healthcare workers in selected hospitals in Gusau, Zamfara State. MethodsA descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted between February to September 20…
Open article record in new tab ↗IntroductionAntimicrobial resistance (AMR) poses a major global health threat, particularly in low- and middle-income countries such as Nigeria, where antibiotic misuse is common. Strengthening antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) is essential but remains fragmented and underexplored. This study investigates key barriers, facilitators, and implementation strategies influencing AMS programmes in Nigerian healthcare faci…
Open article record in new tab ↗Using the Herzbergs Two-Factor Theory, this study explored factors influencing job satisfaction among nurses in a private hospital in Nigeria. Ten nurses were recruited through purposive sampling to participate in interviews. Data was analyzed in MAXQDA using a thematic analysis approach. Extrinsic (hygiene) factors (i.e., high workload, low salary, limited opportunities for career advancement) were noted by respo…
Open article record in new tab ↗Health insurance coverage remains critically low in developing economies, with Nigerias National Health Insurance Scheme covering only 5% of the population. Understanding consumer demand patterns is essential for designing effective insurance policies, yet limited research has applied behavioral economic frameworks to health insurance decision-making in developing contexts. This mixed-methods study investigated fa…
Limited data exist on knowledge and attitudes towards mpox and the willingness to accept the mpox vaccine among vulnerable populations, such as people living with HIV and men who have sex with men (MSM), in countries facing intersecting HIV and mpox epidemics, like Nigeria. This study assessed the knowledge, attitudes, and willingness of these groups to receive the mpox vaccine in Rivers State. A cross-sectional s…
Open article record in new tab ↗BackgroundVaccine-preventable diseases (VPDs) remain a major public health challenge among children under five in Nigeria, despite sustained government efforts to provide access to essential vaccines. This study assessed the knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions of mothers with under-five children regarding routine childhood immunization at primary healthcare centers in Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), Federal…
Open article record in new tab ↗IntroductionDrug abuse has reached alarming levels in Nigeria, with systemic vulnerabilities exacerbating the crisis. This systematic review evaluates the prevalence and patterns of drug abuse, examines the impact of collective actions and inactions, and identifies socio-economic and gender-specific barriers to treatment. MethodsFollowing PRISMA guidelines, we synthesized data from 32 studies published between 201…
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