Case report of congenital bilateral ectropion of the upper eyelids in a 6 year old boy with Down Syndrome

Introduction: Congenital ectropion is a rare but usually benign condition in which the upper eyelid is turned outward. It may be associated with Down syndrome, congenital lid disorders such as…

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Breastfeeding practices among nursing mothers with under-five children in Ilesa, Osun State, Nigeria

  Introduction Breastfeeding is one of the most effective ways to ensure child health and survival (1). The best infant feeding plan for optimal growth, development and health as recommended…

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Maternal Perception, Knowledge and Health-Seeking Behaviour of Childhood Anaemia in Ondo, South-West Nigeria

Introduction: Anaemia is a condition that affects a significant number of children under the age of five in Nigeria. The perception, knowledge, and health-seeking behaviours of mothers can play a…

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Prevalence and Determinants of Work Place Violence among Civil Servants in Osogbo, Nigeria

Introduction: Violence is a universal phenomenon that occurs virtually in all settings where there is human interaction. The civil service represents a conglomeration of individuals with diverse backgrounds working with…

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Co-administration of Zinc and Ascorbate Attenuates Germ Cell mRNA Androgen Receptor in Valorphin Induced Testicular-Toxicity in Wistar Rats

Introduction: Opioids are substances that act on opioid receptors to produce morphine-like effects. Medically, they are primarily used for pain relief and reports have shown that Valorphin causes degenerative changes…

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Prevalence, Pattern and Correlates of Substance Use among Adolescents in selected Public Secondary Schools, in Ado Ekiti, Southwest Nigeria

Introduction: This study sought to determine the prevalence, pattern and factors associated with substance use among adolescents in three secondary schools within Ado Ekiti, Ekiti state, Nigeria. Methods: The study…

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Knowledge of Risk Factors for Surgical Complications and Psychosocial Well-Being Among Post-Operative Patients in Selected State Hospitals in South West, Nigeria

Introduction: The study assessed the knowledge of risk factors for surgical complications; assessed the state of psychosocial well-being of postoperative patients after surgical intervention; identified factors for psychosocial well-being and…

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The Knowledge and Attitude of Traditional Birth Attendants towards Infection Prevention and Control Practices in a Southwestern Nigeria Community

Introduction: Traditional birth attendants (TBAs) are an essential component of the social, cultural, and religious fabric of many Nigerian communities. For care throughout pregnancy and labor, they are generally acknowledged…

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