Healthcare Studies

[ Volume-2(2024) & Issue-1 ]

Research Article

Haematological and Biochemical Viability of Stored Whole Blood, Packed Red Cells and Fresh Frozen Plasma

  • By Goodnews Nkabari Nwika, Stella U Ken-ezihuo, Evelyn Mgbeoma Eze - 18 Jan 2024
  • Healthcare Studies, Volume : 2(2024), Issue: 1, Pages: 1 - 8
  • https://doi.org/10.58612/hs211
  • Received: November 10, 2023; Accepted: January 7, 2024; Published: January 18, 2024
Abstract:  

Aim: This study aimed at evaluating the haematological and biochemical viability of whole blood, packed red cells and fresh frozen plasma under storage. Methods: This study adopted the venipuncture blood collection method, sedimentation method for components prep Read more

Research Article

Exploring Patient Views and Contentment with Healthcare Practitioners in Primary Health Centers within Onelga

  • By Udo Orukwowu, Aleruchi Lenchi Oji, Jane Baridah Kue - 29 Feb 2024
  • Healthcare Studies, Volume : 2(2024), Issue: 1, Pages: 9 - 26
  • https://doi.org/10.58612/hs212
  • Received: November 13, 2023; Accepted: February 15, 2024; Published: February 29, 2024
Abstract:  

This study investigates the patient's perspective and contentment with healthcare professionals at primary health care facilities in Onelga (Ogba Egbema Ndoni LGA). Employing a survey research design, data was collected from 100 healthcare professionals using a structured questionnaire. The s Read more

Research Article

Influence of Secretor Status on the Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase Activity

  • By Alphonsus Ogbonna Ogbuabor, Miriam Obiageli Aniagolu, Emmanuel Sunday Onah - 29 Feb 2024
  • Healthcare Studies, Volume : 2(2024), Issue: 1, Pages: 27 - 32
  • https://doi.org/10.58612/hs213
  • Received: November 30, 2023; Accepted: February 20, 2024; Published: February 29, 2024
Abstract:  

Background: Glucose 6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency is the commonest human enzymopathy. It is particularly common in populations living in malaria-endemic areas, affecting more than 400 million people worldwide. Objective: The aim of the present study was to investigate the associatio Read more

Research Article

Xylene-Free Histoprocessing using an Alternative Method: Effect of Microwave Temperature

  • By God’sman Chidugam Eberechukwu, Amalachukwu O Ike, Pepple Ibiere Allwell - 21 Mar 2024
  • Healthcare Studies, Volume : 2(2024), Issue: 1, Pages: 33 - 45
  • https://doi.org/10.58612/hs214
  • Received: November 13, 2023; Accepted: March 10, 2024; Published: March 21, 2024
Abstract:  

The mechanism of microwave histoprocessing is based on the rapid dehydration of previously fixed tissue using microwave energy to heat the reagent (alcohol) to a temperature below its boiling point. Isopropanol further dehydrates the tissue and prepares it for paraffin infiltration. The present s Read more

Research Article

Evaluation of infection control measures among dental Technicians in Benghazi City Libya

  • By Muna. R. Farag, Abdelsalam I ELhddad, Hawwa S Beaayou, Roba I EL-Refadi, Halima A Ayyad - 02 May 2024
  • Healthcare Studies, Volume : 2(2024), Issue: 1, Pages: 46 - 53
  • https://doi.org/10.58612/hs215
  • Received: November 30, 2023; Accepted: April 17, 2024; Published: May 2, 2024
Abstract:  

A cross infection is transfer of harmful microorganisms from susceptible host to reservoir these microorganisms. In general, dental technicians may be exposed to infection with non-disinfected items especially if are handled without gloves and masks wearing, to control these ways of transmission Read more

Review Article

Breakdowns in the HIV Care Cascade: Implications for National HIV Control Programs

  • By Ayodele Blessing Ayo-ige, Jennifer Aisosa Osayande, Eniola Kabirat Soyinka - 05 May 2024
  • Healthcare Studies, Volume : 2(2024), Issue: 1, Pages: 54 - 62
  • https://doi.org/10.58612/hs216
  • Received: 12.03.2024; Accepted: 21.04.2024; Published: 05.05.2024
Abstract:  

Background: The HIV care cascade is widely used to monitor national HIV responses, yet persistent losses across cascade stages continue to undermine epidemic control. Methods: We conducted a structured narrative review of peer-reviewed studies and programmat Read more