African health sciences
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African health sciences · Sep 2018
Case ReportsNeuroleptic malignant syndrome in a young adult female at the university of Benin Teaching Hospital: a case report.
Neuroleptic malignant syndrome is a rare but life-threatening idiosyncratic complication following the use of antipsychotic agents, anaesthesia and surgery. It is characterized by hyperthermia, muscle rigidity, autonomic disturbances and mental state alterations. ⋯ Though rare, neuroleptic malignant syndrome can occur in young adult females following use of antipsychotics, anaesthesia and surgery. Its clinical course can be prolonged and distressing with the use of depot preparations. Early diagnosis and prompt supportive measures are essential to reduce morbidity and mortality.
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African health sciences · Sep 2018
HIV Epidemiology in Uganda: survey based on age, gender, number of sexual partners and frequency of testing.
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is a major cause of morbidity and mortality in the world. When compared to the developed countries where HIV prevalence is on the decline, sub-Saharan Africa has experienced either a rise or stagnation in rates. ⋯ Robust implementation of methods such as education and frequent testing can lower Uganda's prevalence of HIV even further.
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African health sciences · Sep 2018
Vitamin A deficiency among under-five Nigerian children with diarrhoea.
Vitamin A deficiency (VAD) and diarrhoea are still important contributors to childhood deaths in Africa, and vitamin A deficient children are at increased risk as well as severity of diarrhoea. ⋯ Wasting and hospitalization are factors that may indicate the presence of VAD in a child with diarrhoea. Vitamin A supplements should therefore be given, as part of the treatment for diarrhoea, to children who have wasting, especially when they require hospitalization.
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African health sciences · Sep 2018
Substance abuse among students in selected secondary schools of an urban community of Oyo-state, South West Nigeria: implication for policy action.
Substance abuse among youths is fast becoming a global Public Health concern. ⋯ Our findings underscore an urgent need to intensify awareness against substance abuse among secondary school students in Nigeria.