Determinants of MRSA Colonization and Presence of the Panton-Valentine Leukocidin Gene (LUK-PVL) Among MRSA Isolates from People Living with HIV/AIDS at Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital, Edo State, Nigeria

Ogbue Itohan Joan1,2, Adewuyi Gbolagade Morufu1,2, Samuel Olowo Sunday1,2 DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.20438453 SSR Journal of Medical Sciences (SSRJMS) Background: Understanding which host characteristics predict Methicillin-resistant Staphyloccus aureus (MRSA) colonisation status and multi-site burden is essential for designing targeted infection-control strategies among Read More …

Assessment of the Different Methods of Diagnosis of Malaria Parasite Among Children in Port Harcourt Metropolis

Isomah, Chiladi Jeff1, Isomah, Abiye Chiladi2, Horsfall, Seleipiri Jemina3, Adamu, Kabiru4 DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.20412978 SSR Journal of Medical Sciences (SSRJMS) Malaria affects millions of lives annually, and it is considered as one of the major global health challenges. Plasmodium species are Read More …

Pattern of Skin Disorders in General Outpatient Clinic, Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital

Adewuyi Bolanle Toyin1,2, Adewuyi Gbolagade Morufu3,4 and Obasanmi Susan1 DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.20072134 SSR Journal of Medical Sciences (SSRJMS) Introduction: The occurrence of various skin diseases is linked to certain geographical, racial, environmental and socioeconomic factors. There are also seasonal skin disorders Read More …

Attenuation of High-Salt Diet-Induced Renin–Angiotensin–Aldosterone System (RAAS) Activation and Endothelial Dysfunction by Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Quercetin Supplementation in Wistar Rats

Ekerette Sampson Udo1, Ezeani Chidiebere2, Egharevba Jovita Eghe2, Udeh Owen Chikere2,  Onurah  Sylvester1, Ofem Effiong Ofem3 DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.19983809 SSR Journal of Medical Sciences (SSRJMS) Excessive dietary salt intake is a major contributor to hypertension and many other cardiovascular dysfunctions. The Read More …

Evaluating the Neurotherapeutic Potential of Annona Muricate Through Molecular Docking and Phytochemical Analysis

Ose Precious Akaniyere*, Ologhaguo Macstephen Adienbo & Austin A Ajah DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.19983209 SSR Journal of Medical Sciences (SSRJMS) The increasing global burden of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease has intensified the search for effective, plant-based therapies. Annona muricata (soursop) Read More …

Effects of Underfeeding and Overfeeding on Growth and Multi-Organ Metabolic Alterations in Wistar Rats

Opurum H. C. and Austin. A. Ajah DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.19916681 SSR Journal of Medical Sciences (SSRJMS) Background: Early-life nutritional imbalance is increasingly recognized as a key determinant of long-term cardiometabolic health. Both undernutrition and overnutrition during critical developmental periods can induce Read More …

Hepatitis B Virus Infection: Knowledge, Misconceptions, and Preventive Practices among Undergraduate Students of Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin, Nigeria

Yusuf Funsho Issa1, Oyeniyi Rasheed Muhammed2, Abdul-Rasheed Olalekan Tijani3 & Maryam Abimbola Jimoh4 DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.19712007 SSR Journal of Medical Sciences (SSRJMS) Background: There is high endemicity of hepatitis B virus (HBV) in Nigeria, but there is low utilization of prevention Read More …

Antimicrobial Susceptibility Profile of Salmonella Isolates from Veterinary Specimens in Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria

Okere, C. E; Yongabi, K. A; Uwaezuoke, J. C & Ohabughiro, N. B DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.19615551 SSR Journal of Medical Sciences (SSRJMS) The antimicrobial susceptibility profile of Salmonella isolates obtained from veterinary specimens in Owerri was investigated. Chicken and pig faecal Read More …

Carbapenem-Resistant and ESBL-Producing Salmonella in Poultry: A One Health Threat Driven by CTX-M–Mediated Multidrug Resistance in Owerri, Imo – State, Nigeria

Okere,C.E; Yongabi,K.O and  Uwaezuoke, J.C DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.19597934 SSR Journal of Medical Sciences (SSRJMS) The emergence of multidrug-resistant (MDR) and extended-spectrum β-lactamase (ESBL)–producing Salmonella in poultry represents a critical public health threat due to potential food-chain transmission. This study assessed antimicrobial Read More …

Effect of Nurse-Led Oral Health Coaching on Periodontal Health and Glycemic Control among Adults with Type 2 Diabetes

Samson Bamidele Gabriel1, Akpala Kingsley Chigozie2, Okunola Toyin O.3 & Victor Inemo Ayebaiduate4 DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.19580855 SSR Journal of Medical Sciences (SSRJMS) Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and periodontal disease are bidirectionally related, but oral health promotion is rarely integrated into Read More …