• An Epidemic in the Making: The Urgent Need to Address the Diphtheria Outbreak in Nigeria

• Systemic and Dermatologic Impact of MPox: An Overview of Guideline-Based Management for Nigerian Healthcare Workers

• A Study of Visual Functions Amongst Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma Patients in Abuja, Nigeria

• School-Based Study of the Prevalence and Associated Factors of Prediabetes Among Adolescents in Kano, Nigeria

• Prevalence and Associated Factors of Congenital Heart Disease in Cleft Lip and Palate Patients at the University of Benin Teaching Hospital

• Mentees’ Perspectives on the Factors that Influence the Choice of Mentors in the Medical Profession

• A Survey of the Management of Diabetic Macular Oedema in Sub-Saharan Africa

• An Evaluation of Push and Pull Factors associated with the Emigration of Medical Consultants from Nigeria

• Nigerian Medical Association, Annual General Scientific Conference, Port Harcourt, Nigeria, 2022, Conference Abstracts.

Letter to the Editor

Review articles

Systemic and Dermatologic Impact of Mpox: An Overview of Guideline-Based Management for Nigerian Healthcare Workers

Sebastine Oseghae Oiwoh, Perpetua U. Ibekwe, Atinuke Ajani, Folakemi Cole-Adeife, Fatai O. Olanrewaju, Murphy M. Oripelaye, Adeolu O. Akinboro, Ayesha .O. Akinkugbe, Tahir T. Mohammed
Abstract 332 | PDF Downloads 190 | DOI https://doi.org/10.60787/nmj.v64i1.142

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Floods in Sub-Saharan Africa; Causes, Determinants and Health Consequences

Alhaji Aliyu, Khadeejah Liman-Hamza, Aminu Lawal
Abstract 445 | PDF Downloads 470 | DOI https://doi.org/10.60787/nmj.v64i1.150

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Original Articles

A Study of Visual Functions Amongst Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma Patients in Abuja, Nigeria

Adaora Okudo, Olufemi Emmanuel Babalola, Adeola Onakoya, Adunola Ogunro, Aisha Sheriff Kalambe
Abstract 220 | PDF Downloads 147 | DOI https://doi.org/10.60787/nmj.v64i1.124

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A Comparative Study of Serum Lipid Levels in Pregnant Normotensive and Pre-eclamptic Women in Dalhatu Araf Specialist Hospital Lafia, Nigeria

Oluwaseye F Oyeniran, Lucky L. Changkat, Salihu O. Mohammed, Omodunni Afolabi-Oboirien
Abstract 187 | PDF Downloads 145 | DOI https://doi.org/10.60787/nmj.v64i1.184

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School-based Study of the Prevalence and Associated Factors of Prediabetes Among Adolescents in Kano, Nigeria

Aishatu Zaidu Musa, Umar Isa Umar, Patience Ngozi Obiagwu, Muuta Ibrahim
Abstract 274 | PDF Downloads 194 | DOI https://doi.org/10.60787/nmj.v64i1.161

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Prevalence and Associated Factors of Congenital Heart Disease in Cleft Lip and Palate Patients at the University of Benin Teaching Hospital

Ekaniyere Benlance Edetanlen, Ufadime Lawani, Wilson Ehidiamen Sadoh, Esezobor Peter Egbor
Abstract 147 | PDF Downloads 156 | DOI https://doi.org/10.60787/nmj.v64i1.126

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Mentees’ Perspectives on the factors that influence the choice of Mentors in the Medical Profession

Mike Tochi Achor, Datonye Christopher Briggs, Tamunokuro Ezekiel Diamond, Ifeoma Anochie
Abstract 165 | PDF Downloads 169 | DOI https://doi.org/10.60787/nmj.v64i1.151

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COVID-19 Pandemic: A Survey of its Knowledge and Risk Perception among Nigerians

Ugochukwu Eze, Adenekan Osiyemi, Adegboyega Alao, Kingsley Ndoh, Babalola Ibisola, Nnamdi Ude, Chinemerem Onwuliri, Amalachukwu Chime, Eric Ogbor, Ashiru Abdullahi
Abstract 111 | PDF Downloads 118 | DOI https://doi.org/10.60787/nmj.v64i1.155

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A Review of Medical Admissions at the Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital (ABUTH) Zaria, Nigeria

Muhammad Mujtaba Abdulrasheed, Maryam Kuso Nuhu
Abstract 289 | PDF Downloads 251 | DOI https://doi.org/10.60787/nmj.v64i1.157

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A Survey of the Management of Diabetic Macular Oedema in Sub-Saharan Africa

Adetunji Olusesan Adenekan, Evelyn Mensah, Kwesi Nyan Amissah-Arthur
Abstract 191 | PDF Downloads 193 | DOI https://doi.org/10.60787/nmj.v64i1.182

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Short Communications

Use of Short Message Service (SMS) in a Chronic Kidney Disease Screening Programme: A Feasibility Study

Emmanuel Effa, Henry Ohem Okpa, Obiageli Chiezey Onwusaka, Henry Chima Okpara, Patrick Ntui Mbu, Daniel Emmanuel Otokpa, Udeme Ekpenyong Ekrikpo
Abstract 113 | PDF Downloads 157 | DOI https://doi.org/10.60787/nmj.v64i1.71

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Abstract of Conference Proceedings

Status of Serum Prolactin Levels Among Male Cohorts in Infertile Couples

Collins Amadi, Kinikanwo I. Green
Abstract 105 | PDF Downloads 112 | DOI https://doi.org/10.60787/nmj.v64i1.224

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Hypokalemia and its Correlates among Nigerian SARS-CoV-2 Infected Patients

Amadi Collins, Lawson Stephenson, Bright Amadi
Abstract 69 | AbstractAGCNMJ64No1Page122 Downloads 82 | DOI https://doi.org/10.60787/nmj.v64i1.225

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Is Serum Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) A Predictor of Male Hypogonadism? Testing the Hypothesis

Amadi Collins, Green I. Kinikanwo, Odum P. Ehimen
Abstract 97 | PDF Downloads 105 | DOI https://doi.org/10.60787/nmj.v64i1.226

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Point Prevalence Survey of Hospital-Acquired Infections in a Tertiary Institution, in Southern Nigeria

Bob-Manuel M, Oboro I. L, Okafor AC, Briggs DC, Amadi SC, Enyinnaya SO, Uzosike TC, Lawson SD, Dan-Jumbo AI, Aaron FE
Abstract 372 | PDF Downloads 160 | DOI https://doi.org/10.60787/nmj.v64i1.228

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Serum Levels of Selenium and Manganese in the Elderly in Owerri Metropolis

Okwara, Emmanuel Chidiebere, Wakwe Victor Chukwuma
Abstract 101 | PDF Downloads 98 | DOI https://doi.org/10.60787/nmj.v64i1.233

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Serum Levels of Zinc and Copper in the Elderly in Owerri Metropolis

Okwara Emmanuel Chidiebere, Victor Chukwuma Wakwe
Abstract 79 | PDF Downloads 115 | DOI https://doi.org/10.60787/nmj.v64i1.234

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Knowledge, Attitudes, and Beliefs of HIV Transmission among People Living With HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) in Sokoto, Nigeria

Hudu Shuaibu Abdullahi, Jimoh Abdulgafar Olayiwola, Shinkafi Sa’adatu Haruna
Abstract 102 | PDF Downloads 112 | DOI https://doi.org/10.60787/nmj.v64i1.235

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Morphometry of the Psoas Muscle in Individuals with Chronic Low Back Pain Using Magnetic Resonance Imaging

Erekosima Boma Uriah, Robinson Ebbi, Didia Monday Kinikanwo, Nwokocha Grateful
Abstract 112 | PDF Downloads 102 | DOI https://doi.org/10.60787/nmj.v64i1.238

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Haemoglobin Genotype Patterns of Booked Mothers in a Tertiary Hospital in South-South Nigeria

Altraide Basil, Nonye-Enyidah Esther, Jumbo Awopola
Abstract 97 | PDF Downloads 111 | DOI https://doi.org/10.60787/nmj.v64i1.245

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Colposcopic Findings in Human Immunodeficiency Virus Positive Patients in Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Sapira-Ordu Leesi , Nyengidiki Kennedy T, Bassey Goddy, Sapira Monday K, Wegbom AI, Awoyesuku Peter A, John DH
Abstract 164 | PDF Downloads 111 | DOI https://doi.org/10.60787/nmj.v64i1.246

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Sero-Prevalence and Risk Factors for Rubella Infection in Pregnancy in Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Simeon C Amadi, Ibinabo L Oboro, Cosmos E. Enyindah, Anthony C Olobuah, Anthony O.U. Okpani
Abstract 116 | PDF Downloads 112 | DOI https://doi.org/10.60787/nmj.v64i1.247

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Prevalence, Trend, and Foeto-Maternal Outcomes of Placenta Praevia at a Tertiary Hospital in Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Wekere Felix C.C, Okagua Kenneth E, Clement-Wekere Gift A, Altraide Basil O, Ositadinma Pius M
Abstract 305 | PDF Downloads 145 | DOI https://doi.org/10.60787/nmj.v64i1.250

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Unmet Needs of Caesarean Section in Nigeria: What are the Prevalence and Regional Inequalities

Osaro Benjamin O, Edet Clement Kevin, Onyema Chinemere, George Boma Iweriso, Wegbom Anthony Ike
Abstract 122 | PDF Downloads 100 | DOI https://doi.org/10.60787/nmj.v64i1.252

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Willingness, Hesitancy, and Uptake of COVID-19 Vaccination among Students at The University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria

Gbobie Dumle Jane, Ikpotokin AB, Gospel Ose, Ogbonna Vivian Ifeoma, Maduka Omosivie
Abstract 159 | PDF Downloads 106 | DOI https://doi.org/10.60787/nmj.v64i1.255

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Prevalence and Predictors of Physical Violence among Students in Tertiary Institutions in Rivers State

Isokariari Ogechukwu Mary-Anne, Ogbonna Vivian Ifeoma, Bademosi Adetomi, Adeyemo Chimele, Agala Vetty, Ajie Ireju, Weje Chituru, Buowari Dabota Yvonne, Ogu Rosemary, Maduka Omosivie
Abstract 170 | PDF Downloads 112 | DOI https://doi.org/10.60787/nmj.v64i1.258

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Comparing COVID-19 Vaccine Perception and Barriers to its Uptake among Healthcare and Non-Healthcare Workers in Nigeria

Isokariari Ogechukwu Mary-Anne, Asuru Meredith Chiwenkpe, Brahim Shuaibu Onoruoyiza, Ahmed Ganiyu Olanipekun, Usman Suleiman Alhaji, Lawal Qudus Olajide, Alinnor Ezioma Anne, Ihedoro Ifeanyichukwu Emmanuel, Mata Terver, Nwazor Ernest Okwundu, Onyeaghala Chizaram Anselm, Nnamani Ifeoma Ogonna, Gberedomgbara Dummene Emmauel, Nwasogwa Uchechi Kosisochukwu, Ogunkayode Oluwatosin Stephen, Salami Chika, Kosisochukwu Uchechi, Opeyemi Folorunsho, Omosivie Maduka
Abstract 224 | PDF Downloads 171 | DOI https://doi.org/10.60787/nmj.v64i1.260

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Taxation and Incentives in Private Health Services Delivery in Nigeria: Opinion of Private Health Practitioners

Ijah Rex Friday Ogoronte Alderton, Ibeabuchi Okechukwu, Onyema Chinemere J, Harcourt Somiari L, Alabi Ajibola, Aaron Friday E
Abstract 1027 | PDF Downloads 131 | DOI https://doi.org/10.60787/nmj.v64i1.262

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Awareness of Tuberculosis and HIV Co-Infection amongst Antenatal Clinic Attendees at the Rivers State University Teaching Hospital

Eli S, Nonye-Eyindah E, Owhondah G, Kua P, Altraide BOA, Nnoka VN, Emeghara GI, Tee GP, Onwugbule C
Abstract 103 | PDF Downloads 118 | DOI https://doi.org/10.60787/nmj.v64i1.267

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Prevalence of Anaemia in COVID-19 Positive Women of Reproductive Age in an Isolation Center in Rivers State, Nigeria

Eli S, Orluwene CG, Nnoka VN, Tee GP, Wekere FCC, Emeghara GI
Abstract 67 | PDF Downloads 93 | DOI https://doi.org/10.60787/nmj.v64i1.271

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Prevalence of COVID-19 Vaccination Amongst Undergraduates at the College of Medicine, Rivers State University

Eli S, Elenwo SN, Aaron FE, Nonye-Enyidah E, Nonye-Enyidah E, Iyama AC, Ikenga VO
Abstract 120 | PDF Downloads 109 | DOI https://doi.org/10.60787/nmj.v64i1.272

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Prevalence and Predictors of Non-Adherence to Anti-Retroviral Drug Treatment in a Tertiary Institution in Rivers State

Isokariari Ogechukwu Mary-Anne, Adetomi Bademosi, Ethelbert Nduka, Seye Babatunde, Omosivie Maduka
Abstract 143 | PDF Downloads 126 | DOI https://doi.org/10.60787/nmj.v64i1.279

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Pattern and Treatment of Femoral Shaft Fractures in a Tertiary Hospital: One-Year Retrospective Review

Diamond Tamunokuro, Aaron Friday, Echem Richard Chinedu
Abstract 125 | PDF Downloads 97 | DOI https://doi.org/10.60787/nmj.v64i1.282

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Falling Gate Injuries in Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Philip D. Eyimina, Mike T. Achor, Richard C. Echem
Abstract 162 | PDF Downloads 100 | DOI https://doi.org/10.60787/nmj.v64i1.287

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