Parasitological surveys before, and ten years after village-scale malaria vector control operations in Angola

Introduction Malaria is transmitted throughout Angola. 100 percent of the population (# 40 million) is at risk of the disease. Malaria remains a primary health burden in the country and…

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The Influence of School and Social Factors and Social Media Use on Mental Health Literacy and Help-Seeking Behaviors among Thai Adolescents

1. Introduction Adolescence represents a formative developmental stage marked by profound emotional, psychological, and social transitions. During this period, individuals undergo rapid changes in self-concept, peer relationships, and academic demands,…

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Human Exposure to Endocrine-Disrupting Chemicals: A Review of Sources, Health Effects, and Biomonitoring Strategies

1. Introduction Endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) are exogenous agents that interfere with the normal function of the endocrine system by altering hormone synthesis, secretion, transport, metabolism, receptor binding, or signal transduction.…

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Immunosuppressive Potential of Co-Administration of Azathioprine and brown Seaweed Extracts on Inflammatory Biomarkers in Rheumatoid Arthritis; A Systematic Review

1.     Introduction 18 million people around the globe suffered from rheumatoid arthritis in 2019. Rheumatoid arthritis affects about 70% of women, and 55% of those affected are over 55. Rheumatoid…

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Developmental Implications of USAID Funding Suspension in Northeastern and North Central Nigeria: An Analysis of Conflict-Related Deaths (2021–2025)

Introduction Global security challenges are evolving in scope, complexity, and consequences, thus creating humanitarian crises that transcend borders and affect vulnerable populations across Continents, Regional, Sub-Regional and National lines. Its…

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Differential Effect of Fresh and Dried Jatropha tanjorensis Leaves on Dichlorvos- Induced Renal Injury

1. Introduction The increasing use of synthetic pesticides in agriculture and domestic pest control has raised serious public health and environmental concerns. Among these chemicals, dichlorvos (2,2- dichlorovinyl dimethyl phosphate;…

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Extraction and Utilization of Colorants From Tea Leaf Fibre in The Formulation of Shelf-Stable Local Beverages

INTRODUCTION Tea (Camellia sinensis) leaves yield extracts rich in polyphenols (10-13%) and caffeine (2-4%) [9; 34], known for strong antioxidant properties and diverse human health benefits [13]. The specific chemical…

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