• 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

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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 490 | PDF Downloads 229 | 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 648 | PDF Downloads 517 | 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 401 | PDF Downloads 198 | 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 341 | PDF Downloads 186 | 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 520 | PDF Downloads 247 | 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 325 | PDF Downloads 200 | 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 320 | PDF Downloads 211 | 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 259 | PDF Downloads 159 | 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 473 | PDF Downloads 301 | 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 337 | PDF Downloads 239 | 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 295 | PDF Downloads 193 | DOI https://doi.org/10.60787/nmj.v64i1.71

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Abstract of Conference Proceedings

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Status of Serum Prolactin Levels Among Male Cohorts in Infertile Couples

Collins Amadi, Kinikanwo I. Green
Abstract 143 | PDF Downloads 136 | 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 166 | AbstractAGCNMJ64No1Page122 Downloads 113 | 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 130 | PDF Downloads 129 | 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 550 | PDF Downloads 210 | 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 133 | PDF Downloads 122 | 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 109 | PDF Downloads 139 | 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 129 | PDF Downloads 134 | 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 144 | PDF Downloads 129 | 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 266 | PDF Downloads 146 | 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 356 | PDF Downloads 157 | 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 255 | PDF Downloads 147 | 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 424 | PDF Downloads 191 | 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 155 | PDF Downloads 127 | 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 335 | PDF Downloads 147 | 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 325 | PDF Downloads 157 | 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 429 | PDF Downloads 208 | 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 1355 | PDF Downloads 179 | 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 216 | PDF Downloads 162 | 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 150 | PDF Downloads 135 | 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 212 | PDF Downloads 148 | 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 342 | PDF Downloads 163 | 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 178 | PDF Downloads 126 | 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 183 | PDF Downloads 118 | DOI https://doi.org/10.60787/nmj.v64i1.287

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