Volume 3 Issue 2
- Research Article
Strengthening enforcement of prescription only antibiotic dispensing in Nigeria: Design and process evaluation of a multi channel advocacy campaign
Odis Adaora Isabella*; Ogbenna Ann; Tambe Elvis Akem; Anyichie Ifezuluchukwu Camillus
Antimicrobial resistance threatens health security in Nigeria. Although antibiotics are legally prescription-only, weak enforcement and access constraints sustain over-the-counter sales and inappropriate use....
- Review Article
Cytokine and chemokine modulation for immune reprogramming in cancer and neurodegeneration: A comprehensive therapeutic review
Neha Anees; Hammad Ali Hassan; Ayesha Siddiqa; Umer Anayyat; Aliza Fatima; Yang Yi#; Xiaomei Wang#*
Immune reprogramming, the dynamic process by which immune cell phenotypes and functions adapt in response to microenvironmental signals, plays a central role in both cancer progression and neurodegenerative disease pathogenesis....
- Short Commentary
The psycho-neuro-endocrine-immune (PNEI) axis: Unravelling the intricate link between mind, motor neurons, master immune-endocrines, motility, microbiome and metabolic chaos
Ramnik Patel*; Shailinder Jit Singh
The global obesity epidemic, coupled with the alarming rise of insulin resistance and metabolic syndrome, poses a formidable challenge to public health. Interaction between the gut and the brain is essential for energy homeostasis. In obesity, this homeostasis is disrupted....
- Short Commentary
Cephalic index in tribal districts of Himachal Pradesh: Relevance in forensic Anthropology
Nirmal Nagar, MD*; Yatiraj Singi, MD; Dipen Dabhi, MD
Cephalometry has been a cornerstone of anthropological and forensic sciences for over a century [1]. Among the many craniofacial parameters, the Cephalic Index (CI) continues to hold relevance because of its simplicity, reproducibility, and applicability across diverse fields...
- Research Article
The co-occurrence of non-suicidal self-injury and suicide attempts in a non-clinical sample of South African adolescents
Collings SJ*; Valjee SR
A co-occurrence of Non-Suicidal Self-Injury (NSSI) and Suicide Attempts (SA) has been documented in the literature, with such co-occurrence tending to be associated with higher psychological and behavioural problems. However, to date no such study has been conducted in Africa. ...
- Research Article
Gone viral: Do QAnon beliefs relate to preventive behaviors and vaccine intentions for COVID-19?
Justin Travis*
QAnon is a conspiracy theory that is increasingly prevalent in the United States; however, there is scarce empirical literature on this conspiracy and its effects. Among many claims, QAnon declares COVID-19 does not exist, or alternatively that it was purposefully manufactured for hostile purposes and is accompanied by political distrust among its believers. ...
- Review Article
Improving treatment compliance in adult-onset testosterone deficiency by using charts depicting probability of mortality based on algorithms
Mruga M Dhebar; Richard C Strange; Geoffrey Hackett; Sudarshan Ramachandran*
Treatment non-adherence is a major problem in the management of chronic pathologies. Research has suggested that education, shared decision making and clear communication were factors that may help mitigate non-adherence. ...
- Research Article
Antibiotic resistance among bacterial pathogens causing otitis media in Iraq: A systematic review (2014-2025)
Dhafer Rahman*
Otitis media remains one of the most prevalent infections in clinical practice, particularly among children. In Iraq, numerous independent studies have been conducted across various regions and years, yet no unified comparative analysis has been published to consolidate their findings. ...
- Research Article
An analysis of intra-familial transmission in Chronic Hepatitis-B (CHB) infected families
Tanu Yadav; Suchit Swaroop*
This study concentrated on the pattern of intrafamilial Hepatitis-B Virus (HBV) transmission. It has been observed that the infection can also be passed to any of the family member of Chronic Hepatitis-B (CHB) infected individuals from them. ...
- Research Article
Public private partnership for solid waste management: Community knowledge and attitudes in Jinja municipality, Uganda
Lukooya Daniel*
Solid waste management remains a pressing challenge in urban centers, especially in developing countries. Public Private Partnerships (PPP) are increasingly considered as a solution to enhance efficiency and service delivery. This study assessed community knowledge, attitudes, and willingness to accept the PPP approach in Jinja Municipality, Uganda. ...
- Research Article
Effectiveness of a breastfeeding promotion program on breastfeeding self-efficacy among primigravid mothers in a North Indian state – A randomized controlled trial
Neha Frederick*; Lekha Viswanath; Sanchita Pugazhendi; Kamli Prakash; Cindy-Lee Dennis
Breastfeeding self-efficacy is an important factor that helps improve maintenance of breastfeeding. Studies indicate that if mother is confident in breastfeeding her baby, the longer she can continue to do so...
- Short Commentary
Exploring a vascular hypothesis: The thyroid IMA artery as a potential contributor to Hashimoto's thyroiditis
Fernando Fontoura de Almeida*
Hashimoto's thyroiditis is the most common autoimmune thyroid disorder, yet the initial trigger that exposes thyroid antigens such as Thyroid Peroxidase (TPO) to the immune system remains unclear. This article proposes a novel anatomical hypothesis suggesting that the presence of the Thyroid Ima Artery (TIA). ....