World Journal of Public Health

Volume 9, Issue 4, December 2024

  • Research Article

    Gender Dynamics and the Socioeconomic Implications of Infertility in Sierra Leone: A Study on Health, Social Stigmatization, and Economic Impact

    Safuan Muckson Sesay*

    Issue: Volume 9, Issue 4, December 2024
    Pages: 313-321
    Received: 13 September 2024
    Accepted: 29 September 2024
    Published: 18 October 2024
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    Abstract: Gender Dynamics and the Socioeconomic Implications of Infertility in Sierra Leone delves profoundly into the intricate effects of infertility on persons and broader society. Infertility in Sierra Leone surpasses medical confines, interweaving fundamentally with cultural, communal, and economic factors. Women disproportionately bear the consequences... Show More
  • Research Article

    Exploring Information Sources on Malaria Prevention and Their Impact on Knowledge Among Pregnant Women in Urban Ghana

    Akua Kumi Yeboah, Richmond Bediako Nsiah*, Lynna Naa Adade Obeng, Priscilla Sarkodie, Dominic Nyarko, Jonathan Mawutor Gmanyami, Isaac Ayirebi, Charlotte Yeboah Domfeh, Isaac Morrison, Margaret Morrison, Florence Owusuaa Peprah, Geoffrey Akungoe Ayambire, Patrick Larbi-Debrah, Obed Atsu-Ofori, Frank Prempeh, Kwame Kusi Agyemang, Samuel Malogae Badiekang, Daniel Ike Adinkrah, Gilbert Elara Dagoe, Gabriel Tchatchouang Mabou

    Issue: Volume 9, Issue 4, December 2024
    Pages: 322-334
    Received: 21 September 2024
    Accepted: 11 October 2024
    Published: 31 October 2024
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    Abstract: Background: Adequate knowledge of malaria prevention among pregnant women is crucial for mitigating the associated risks. This study aimed to explore the various information sources on malaria preventive measures and assess their impact on the knowledge of malaria prevention among pregnant women in an urban district of Ghana. Methods: A cross-secti... Show More
  • Research Article

    Mechanical Ventilator Development During COVID-19 Crisis: Preclinical Data Analysis from Porcine Bio-model

    Elian Conejo*, Eduardo Calderón, Carlos Araya, Ralph García

    Issue: Volume 9, Issue 4, December 2024
    Pages: 335-342
    Received: 5 August 2024
    Accepted: 2 September 2024
    Published: 31 October 2024
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    Abstract: This paper describes a mechanical ventilator prototype with preclinical test performed on 10 bioporcine models, where tests were performed for eight hours for each individuals, giving the respective life support on different scenarios inducing stress and evaluating that each subject physiological parameters remain and return swiftly to the normal v... Show More
  • Research Article

    Prevalence and Predictors of COVID-19 Vaccine Acceptance in a Healthcare Setting in Bauchi State, Northeastern Nigeria: Outcome of a Cross-Sectional Study

    Hassan Adamu Garkuwa*, James Iliya Kyamru, Usman Adamu Garkuwa

    Issue: Volume 9, Issue 4, December 2024
    Pages: 343-353
    Received: 4 October 2024
    Accepted: 28 October 2024
    Published: 20 November 2024
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    Abstract: Background: COVID-19 has been a deadly disease in the last three-four years with huge economic impact globally. Although it does not seem to be severe in our environment, but the aftermath is devastating. Public health preventing measures like limiting social gatherings, maintaining social distance, isolating infected persons, and lately vaccines w... Show More
  • Research Article

    Knowledge of Non-Communicable Diseases Among Adolescents in Public and Private Secondary Schools in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria

    Fredrick Chuks Enuagwuna*, Charles Ibiene Tobin-West, Efemierhere Tamaramiebibo Asiboje, Shekinah Adonye Wilcox

    Issue: Volume 9, Issue 4, December 2024
    Pages: 354-365
    Received: 13 September 2024
    Accepted: 14 October 2024
    Published: 22 November 2024
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    Abstract: Background: Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are the leading causes of poor health and early death globally. Although NCDs are most common in middle to late adulthood, many lifestyle habits that contribute to these diseases begin during adolescence. This research evaluated the knowledge of non-communicable diseases among adolescents in public and p... Show More
  • Research Article

    Risk and Determinants of Non-communicable Diseases Among Adolescents in Public and Private Secondary Schools in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria

    Fredrick Chuks Enuagwuna*, Efemierhere Tamaramiebibo Asiboje, Ifeoma Chinyere Ofurum, Shekinah Adonye Wilcox

    Issue: Volume 9, Issue 4, December 2024
    Pages: 366-379
    Received: 13 September 2024
    Accepted: 14 October 2024
    Published: 22 November 2024
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    Abstract: Background: Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are the leading causes of poor health and premature mortality worldwide. Although NCDs are majorly prevalent in middle to late adulthood, most lifestyle habits are started during adolescence a significant period of development. This research evaluated the risk and determinants of non-communicable disease... Show More
  • Case Report

    A Unique Case of Pretonamid Resistance on MDR TB Patient: A Case Report

    Mustofa Hassen Yesuf, Getachew Mekete Diress, Abraham Eshetu Mamo, Abdurehman Seid Mohammed*

    Issue: Volume 9, Issue 4, December 2024
    Pages: 380-385
    Received: 12 October 2024
    Accepted: 14 November 2024
    Published: 28 November 2024
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    Abstract: Background: Pretomanid is a novel medication that belongs to the class of nitroimid-azooxazines. The development of resistance to this novel agent not only complicates clinical management but also poses a threat to public health efforts aimed at controlling TB. This case report highlights the clinical presentation, laboratory findings, and therapeu... Show More