Science Journal of Public Health

Volume 13, Issue 1, February 2025

  • Research Article

    Response Rates in a COVID-19 Seroepidemiological Survey in Nigeria: Variations by State, Age Group, and Urban-Rural Settings

    Kazeem Adewale Osuolale*, Adewale Kayode Ojogbede, Adesola Zaidat Musa, Oluwagbemiga Olanrewaju Aina, Tajudeen Akanji Bamidele, Olufemi Samuel Amoo, Azuka Patrick Okwuraiwe, Toyosi Raheem, Nwachukwu William, Chinwe Ochu, Chima Ihemeje, Ehichioya Ofeimun, Abdul-rahaman Ahmad, Abideen Salako, David Oladele, Fehintola Ige, Ifeoma Idigbe, Fatimah Anwoju, Aigbe Ohihoin, Adedeji Abimbola Modupe, Joseph Shaibu, Basit Baruwa, Hussein Abdur-Razzaq, Bisola Adebayo, Richard Ikwuogu, Christian Tetsola, Gloria Patrick-Ferife, Nathaniel Enamuotor, Mildred Okowa, Cornelius Ohonsi, Magdalene Egede, Mustapha Imam, Muhammad Bashir Bello, Muhammad Shuaibu Gobir, Kikelomo Ololade Wright, Oliver Ezechi, Ehimario Igumbor, Babatunde Lawal Salako, Rosemary Audu

    Issue: Volume 13, Issue 1, February 2025
    Pages: 1-11
    Received: 8 November 2024
    Accepted: 23 December 2024
    Published: 9 January 2025
    DOI: 10.11648/j.sjph.20251301.11
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    Abstract: The COVID-19 pandemic has presented substantial global challenges, necessitating a deep understanding of infection dynamics across diverse populations. Seroepidemiological studies offer valuable insights into these dynamics but depend heavily on obtaining representative samples. This study aimed to assess participant response rates across different... Show More
  • Research Article

    Uncommon Life-threatening Complication of Anti Tuberculosis Treatment

    Dushantha Madegedara*, Dhananjaya Ranathunga, Dilky Hirushika Madegedara Rathnayake, Damith Nissanka

    Issue: Volume 13, Issue 1, February 2025
    Pages: 12-16
    Received: 5 December 2024
    Accepted: 16 December 2024
    Published: 14 January 2025
    DOI: 10.11648/j.sjph.20251301.12
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    Abstract: This case report details the occurrence of adrenal insufficiency in a 46-year-old male undergoing anti-tuberculosis (TB) treatment. The patient developed clinical symptoms indicative of adrenal insufficiency on the fourth day following the initiation of anti-Tuberculosis treatment which consisted of rifampicin, a key component of the TB treatment r... Show More
  • Research Article

    Perceptions and Behavioral Practices Concerning Rabies Among Rural Populations in Senegal, with a View to Adjusting Individual and Collective Preventive Policies and Measures

    Amadou Ibra Diallo*, Khardiatou Barro, Fatoumata Binetou Diongue, Mouhamadou Faly Ba, Adama Sow, Mamadou Moustapha Ndiaye, Lamine Gaye, Ibrahima Ndiaye, Mbayang Ndiaye, Oumar Bassoum, Jean Augustin Diègane Tine, Ndèye Marème Sougou, Mayassine Diongue, Mamadou Makhtar Mbacké Lèye, Adama Faye, Ibrahima Seck

    Issue: Volume 13, Issue 1, February 2025
    Pages: 17-34
    Received: 18 December 2024
    Accepted: 6 January 2025
    Published: 17 January 2025
    DOI: 10.11648/j.sjph.20251301.13
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    Abstract: Introduction: Rabies is a 100% fatal disease once it has been confirmed. In 2020, it was estimated at more than 60,000 deaths worldwide. Hence this study of the knowledge, attitudes and practices of the population of Niakhene in Senegal, with a view to producing evidence for behavioral change. Methodology: This was a cross-sectional, descriptive an... Show More