Journal of Public Health and Environmental Research

[ Volume-1(2025) & Issue-1(July-December) ]

Research Article

Assessment of Human Care Waste Generation, Composition, And Management Practice in Rivers State University Teaching Hospital, Port Harcourt

  • By Omereji Nkesi Homa, Kingsley Ezechukwu Okpara, Idawarifa Frank Cookey-Gam, Amarikwa Ogechi Chukwuemeka - 30 Sep 2025
  • Journal of Public Health and Environmental Research, Volume : 1(2025), Issue: 1(July-December), Pages: 1 - 12
  • https://doi.org/10.58612/jpher111
  • Received: 01.09.2025; Accepted: 20.09.2025; Published: 30.09.2025
Abstract:  

Improper collection, segregation, transportation, treatment, and disposal of HCW pose risk to public health and the environment. This study aimed to determine HCW generation rate, composition, and management practice in Rivers State University Teaching Hospital. An institutional-based c Read more

Research Article

Health Risk Assessment of heavy metal contaminated Groundwater in Tertiary Institutions in Rivers State

  • By Akpan Mfon Ukeme, Kingsley Ezechukwu Okpara, Anthony Ike Wegbom, Aleruchi Owhonka - 30 Sep 2025
  • Journal of Public Health and Environmental Research, Volume : 1(2025), Issue: 1(July-December), Pages: 13 - 22
  • https://doi.org/10.58612/jpher112
  • Received: 03.09.2025; Accepted: 22.09.2025; Published: 30.09.2025
Abstract:  

Heavy metals contamination of groundwater poses serious public health risks due to their toxic and carcinogenic effects. This study evaluated the health risks associated with heavy metal contamination in groundwater from public universities in Rivers State, Nigeria. Groundwater samples were Read more

Research article

Tooth loss and related factors among the rural adult population in Luangprabang Province Lao PDR

  • By Hue Vang, Phonepadith Norasing, Viengsavanh Inthakoun, Phimfalee Xayaxang, Phetmany Sihavong, Amphayvan Homsavath, Phonesavanh Soundara, Khanthaly Symkhampha - 16 Oct 2025
  • Journal of Public Health and Environmental Research, Volume : 1(2025), Issue: 1(July-December), Pages: 23 - 33
  • https://doi.org/10.58612/jpher113
  • Received: 12.09.2025; Accepted: 09.10.2025; Published: 16.10.2025
Abstract:  

Introduction: Oral health is an important part of people’s physical well-being. Tooth loss is a problem that affects people in Laos in all regions. Until now, there has been a lack of data on tooth loss and related factors in rural areas of Lao PDR. < Read more

Research Article

Assessment of Occupational Hazards and Safety Measures Among Health Care Workers in Northern Nigeria

  • By Sarah Nuhu Kase, Esther Luka Abdulkarim, Garba Ninani, Dennis Amaechi, Christy Chinyere Fredrick, Danladi Jonah, Magdaline Joseph Kwaji - 01 Nov 2025
  • Journal of Public Health and Environmental Research, Volume : 1(2025), Issue: 1(July-December), Pages: 34 - 39
  • https://doi.org/10.58612/jpher114
  • Received: 02.10.2025; Accepted: 23.10.2025; Published: 01.11.2025
Abstract:  

Introduction: Health workers are exposed to various occupational hazards from their day to day activities, which can be life threatening to them, their families, their patients and the society at large. Safety measures help to prevent or reduce the risk of exposure Read more

Editorial Note

Advancing Public Health Through Environmental Insight: Emerging Trends and Current Research

  • By Dennis Amaechi Wesley - 20 Nov 2025
  • Journal of Public Health and Environmental Research, Volume : 1(2025), Issue: 1(July-December), Pages: 40 - 40
  • https://doi.org/10.58612/jpher115
  • Received: 15.11.2025; Accepted: 18.11.2025; Published: 20.11.2025
Abstract:  

Public health and environmental research continue to converge as global communities face complex and evolving challenges. This issue of the Journal of Public Health and Environmental Research brings together studies that reflect cutting-edge advancements, urgent public health concerns, Read more