Vol. 3 No. 4 (2025)

Articles

• Articles

  The Relation between Media and Public Health: A Bibliometric Analysis of Research Trends, Networks, and Thematic Evolution (1990–2025)

  Lahbib LAHDAB, Imad BELAARAIDIA, Ahmed Fath-Allah RAHMOUNI, Hicham ALLOUMI

  Across recent decades, the relationship between media and public health has intensified, largely driven by the expansion of digital platforms and the recurrence of global health crises. Within this context, the media has become a central vector for the circulation and communication of public…

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  The Evolution of Contraceptive Methods: Past, Present, and Future

  Israt Zerin

  Contraceptive methods have evolved significantly over time, from ancient herbal remedies to modern-day hormonal treatments and long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARCs). This article provides a comprehensive overview of the evolution of contraceptive methods, examining their historical roots,…

  View Article → 20-39
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  Zika Virus Knowledge, Perception, Belief, Attitude, and Preventive Practices among Pregnant Women in Plateau State, Nigeria: Public Health Implications

  Ayuba Bulus Dawurung, Auwal Idris Kabuga, Yusuf Mohammed, Lawal Dahiru Rogo, Shikmwa Ayuba Dawurung, Thomas Andrew Na’anpoen, Gayus Sale Dafur

  In this study, 324 pregnant women who visited prenatal clinics in Plateau State, Nigeria, had their knowledge, perception, attitude, and preventive actions regarding Zika virus (ZIKV) infection evaluated. Between July 2022 and January 2023, we collected data using a structured questionnaire and a…

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  Surgical Management of Giant, Disfiguring Facial Angiofibromas in Tuberous Sclerosis

  Ali Husain MD, Sameh Hashem MD, Sadiq Alekri MD

  Background: Tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) is a rare genetic disorder that affects many systems in the body. It is marked by benign hamartomas in many organs, especially the skin, brain, and kidneys. Facial angiofibromas are one of the most obvious skin problems that can lead to severe cosmetic…

  View Article → 53-56
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  Hepatitis E and C Co-Infection in HIV-Infected Individuals: Prevalence, Diagnosis, and Management

  Jakonda Mercy Mbechu, Ishaku Akyala A., David Ishaleku, Osu Musa Udeh, Aliyu Umar Faruk

  Co-infection with Hepatitis E Virus (HEV) and Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) is a significant public health concern among people living with HIV/AIDS. This study aimed to determine the prevalence, diagnosis, and management of HEV and HCV co-infection among HIV-infected individuals accessing care at…

  View Article → 57-62
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  Evaluation of a Community-Based Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) Infection Screening and Vaccination Program among Peer Groups in Nasarawa State, Nigeria

  Osu Musa Udeh, Atang Ishaku Solomon, Aaron Rifkatu Solomon

  Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection is a significant public health concern in Nigeria, with a high prevalence of chronic infection and liver disease. Community-based interventions, including HBV screening and vaccination programs, can be effective in reducing the burden of HBV infection among…

  View Article → 63-69
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  Assuring the Safety of Patient Data in AI-Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment

  Jannatul Raiyana, Ridwanul Alam

  Artificial Intelligence (AI) implementation in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer can be used to positively impact the overall clinical results without jeopardizing the level of patient data security and adherence to legal and ethical standards. This paper appraises the effectiveness of an…

  View Article → 70-82
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  Pathology AI: Safe Slide, Sample, and Medical Report Analysis in Cancer Care

  Ridwanul Alam, Jannatul Raiyana

  The diagnosis of cancer is usually based on the analysis of tissue slides, biopsies, and medical reports. Conventional pathology is efficient and possesses limitations because of the human factor of fatigue, experience, and interpretation bias that may result in misdiagnosis or postponements in…

  View Article → 83-95
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  AI-Driven Predictive Analytics for Early Diagnosis and Healthcare Cost Reduction

  Mst Zannatun Ferdus, Rowsan Jahan Bhuiyan, Daryl Brydie, Md Hasan Monsur, Abdullah Hel Shafi, Zamadi Uz Sani, Most. Jafrun Nessa, Mariya Tabassum CN

  The increasing healthcare costs and the escalating number of chronic and acute diseases require novel scalable solutions that will allow early diagnosis and maximum utilization of resources. Predictive analytics based on Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming a potent tool to determine the risk…

  View Article → 96-101
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  Community Pharmacists’ Roles in Screening and Communicating of Risks about Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs

  John Arthur E. Rojas, Elizabeth Y. Tan

  Community pharmacists play an important role in identifying risk factors and communicating potential adverse effects associated with NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) in ensuring medication safety and patient outcomes. However, pharmacy practice in Cebu City does not meet the…

  View Article → 102-119
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  A Life-Course Exposome for Maternal and Child Health: Linking Climate, Infection, Nutrition, and Health-Service Access

  Mahir Al Asif Masrur

  Changes in maternal and child health due to climate conditions frequently are cascading events. The impact of these factors may be cumulative, starting at pregnancy, through early childhood. This study compared these sequences of exposure and investigated if continuous care decreased the impact of…

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