Published: 2026-07-22

Pain Assessment and Use of Non-Pharmacological Interventions: A Survey of Paediatric Nurses

Isaac Sunday Chukwu, Emmanuel Uzoma Nwaelewa, Eberechi Ojimgba, Uchechukwu Obiora Ezomike

519 – 525

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1205

Interprofessional Collaboration and Spiritual Care in Health settings

Ogbonna L. Onyenweaku, Stella E. Osim, Eridiong O. Onyenweaku

766 - 774

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1388

Global Policy and Advocacy Landscape on Menopause: A Global Comparative Review and Analysis

Okiomiteni Joy Olufuye, Saheed Akinmayowa Lawal, Adegboyega Moses Oyefabi

853 – 867

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1399

Scrotal Elevation and Postoperative Scrotal Haematoma in Children Undergoing Surgery for Inguinoscrotal Swellings: A Narrative Review

Isaac Sunday Chukwu, Chukwuemeka Theophilus Ezeonwumelu, Ikenna Stanley Ilo, Doris Ifeyinwa Ilo, Chioma Rita Uzoma Uchendu, Amarachukwu Faith Okafor, Paul Eberechukwu Ngwu, Chidi Samuel Ekpemo

893 – 901

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1407

Mental Health Disorders Associated with Type-2 Diabetes Mellitus and the Importance of its Incorporation into Diabetes Care Protocol: A Narrative Review

Otovwe Agofure, Oluwaseun Oluwafunmilayo Abiodun, Morenike Oluwafunmilayo Akpo, Loveth Igumbor, Godlene Osokam Ugbaja, Ruth Oghenevwede Eduviere

952 – 969

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1417

Challenges and Coping Strategies of Widowhood among Widows and Widowers in Enugu State, Nigeria: A Cross-Sectional Study

Colette Obianujunwa Ike , Fredrick Chuks Enuagwuna, Constance Chioma Oko , Tobechi Amaechi Nwiwu

984 – 995

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1419
DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1488
DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1115
DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1206
DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1266

Transition to Pediatric Dolutegravir: A Before and After Study of Virologic Suppression Rate Among Pediatric Treatment Cohort in Rivers State, Nigeria

Chigolum C. David-Onuoha, Golden Owhonda, Ihuoma Aaron Wali, Chidinma Eze, Stanley Idakwo , Ufuoma Edewor, Ogumka Chieme , Uebari Korfii, Steven Takwi, Rogers Kanee, Michelle Owhonda, Ndubuisi Akpuh, Adaeze Oreh

545 - 552

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1272
DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1276
DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1294
DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1296

Awareness and Utilization of Birth Registration Services among Caregivers of Under-Five Children at a Tertiary Hospital in Southern Nigeria

Ifeoma Anika, Chinedu Nwadiaru, Nnenda Omeodu, Onyekanichi Nwabiara, Celine Osi, Kelechi Nnadi

582 – 594

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1321

The Morbidity and Mortality Pattern of Non-communicable Diseases among Patients in Paediatric Medical Ward of a Tertiary Hospital in Calabar, Nigeria: A 7-Year Review.

Egorp Ogberachi Ineji, Elemi Agbor Iwasam, Anthony Chimereze Amajor, Ekaette Itam Nsa, Nta Okoi, Offiong Emmanuel Ikpeme, Esther Amalachukwu Uzomba, Maxwell Udoh Anah

601 – 608

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1342

Prevalence of Salmonella Enterica Subspecies Enterica Serovar Typhi in Hospital Landfill: An Environmental Cross Sectional Study

Ikechukwu Harmony Iheukwumere, Chidiogo Marigold Iheukwumere, Victor Echezona Ike, Bright Chukwuebuka Unaeze, Chinenye Azuka Mere, Francisca Chinwendu Ezeoke, Ikechukwu Asika, Ifeoma Grace Akabuike

609 – 618

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1347

Gastric Ulceration in Albino Wistar Rats Following Chronic Consumption of Lime

Polycarp Unim Adie, Irene Okpoene Atim, Ekpe Okpata Aribo

619 – 625

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1348

Phytotherapeutic Intervention Against MDR Salmonella Enterica Serovar Typhi: Evaluating the Plasmid Curing Potential of Selected Medicinal Plants

Ikechukwu Harmony Iheukwumere, Chidiogo Marigold Iheukwumere, Victor Echezona Ike, Patricia Amaka Egbe, Henry Chimamkpa Nnadozie, Ifeoma Adaora Chima Mbachu, Prisca Amala Okoye, Ray Niofunimbi Izumor, Chineze Helen Ugwu

626 – 636

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1352
DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1354
DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1356

Knowledge of Sickle Cell Trait, Perception of Premarital Genetic Counselling and Testing, and Their Influence on Future Marital Decisions among Youths in Oko, Oyo State

Ibukun Mary Akanbi, Yetunde Toyin Olasinde, , Ayodele Olatayo Aremu, Efeturi Agelebe, Adepeju Olatayo Adegoke, Oluwole Adeogun, Oluwafemi Olaide Adekoya, Ajibola Idowu, Ayokunmi Jesupelumi Elegbede, Elizabeth Ayomikun Oyefara, Oghenegaverere Eleazer Erivona, Princewill Obinna Ihiasota, , Muzeenat Oyinkansola Imam, Chimzi David Onu-Boms, Ojochegbe Judith Usman,, Mariam Olanike Yusuf, Omotayo Ayomide Pratt, Opemiposi Omowumi Adesola-Famade, Olufimihan Taiwo Abolade, , Oluwatomiwa Theresa Labinjo, Chinonyelum Sylvia Ilomuanya

658 – 669

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1363

Perceived Quality of Life among Persons Living with Tuberculosis in Karu LGA, North-Central Nigeria: A Cross-Sectional Study

Modupe Arinola Ogunsina, , Beatrice Ohumeme Bello-Ovosi, Joseph Ogirima Ovosi, Oluwatitomi Damilola Ogunsina, Usman Ahmed Kana, Oluwatoyosi Adekeye

670 – 677

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1365

Infection Rates in Split-Thickness Skin Graft Donor Sites in Early Versus Late Exposure Wound Dressing Methods in a Centre, Southeast, Nigeria

Blasius Okechukwu Okwara, Ugbala Amaechi, Nnadozie Ugochukwu Uzodimma , Maduba Charles Chidiebele, Eze Chinonso Blessing, Jacob Joy Nkeiruka

678 – 684

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1367

Metabolic and Pancreatic Effects of Short-Term Bitter Leaf Enriched Herbal Tea Blend Consumption in A Healthy Student Population

Emmanuel Chukwuemeka Ogbodo, Nkiru Theresa Meludu, Samuel Chukwuemeka Meludu, Rosemary Adamma Analike, Christian Ejike Onah, Chinenye Stellamaris Chiedu, Chidiadi Maryann Njoku, Faith Uchechukwu Ndili, Elijah Omeiza Aliyu, Chinecherem Miracle Ebomuche

685 – 692

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1369

Socioeconomic Disparities in Access to Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgical Care in a Semi-Urban Community in Oyo State, Nigeria

Ademuyiwa Adetona, Yinka Bamidele Aderibigbe, Adebola Tayo Ibirongbe, Okechukwu Obumneme Ezekpo, John Olujide Ojo, Mojoyinola Oyindamola Adeosun, David Sylvanus Ekpo, Opeyemi Oladipupo Abioye, Ezekiel Oyeniyi Oyewole, Mercy Olayinka Yemi-Kekere, Stella Mubo Falana, Mary Okon, Khadijat Ayomide Adegbiji, Ismaheel Aderogba Azeez, Oluwafemi Andrew Ogunniyi, Oluwafemi Ogunniyi, Waheed Atilade Adegbiji

693 – 699

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1370

Association of EPHX1 Gene Polymorphisms (rs1051740 and rs2234922) with Preeclampsia among Pregnant Women in Lagos, Nigeria: A Molecular Case-Control Study

Tawakalt Ajoke Fagbayi, Olamide Victoria Jolaoso, Titilayo Modupeola Obasa, Chisom Stephanie Ogbonna, Precious Adaeze Nwekori, John Oluwatoyin Adebusola

700 – 711

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1371

Assessment of TNF-Alpha, Interleukin-10, Glycated Hemoglobin and Red Blood Cell Indices in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients With or Without Malaria Co-Infections

Friday Alfred Ehiaghe, Rebacca Chinyelu Chukwuanukwu, Vivian Chinasa Okafor, Joy Imuetinyan Ehiaghe, Usiosefe Raphael Erhunmwunse, Ogochukwu Godfrey Ezema GO, Syvia Ifeoma Obu, Nkiruka Nwamaka Eze, Progress Arhenrhen Obazelu, Ndudi Mary Dibigbo-Ibeaji, Patrick Onochie Manafa

712 – 722

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1372
DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1377

Knowledge, Barriers and Enablers of Clients Utilizing Basic Obstetric Ultrasound Services in PHC Facilities in Rivers State, Nigeria

Pearl Iyaye Daibi Abereton, Siyeofori Belema Dede, Joy Tonye Wihioka, Adaeze Chidinma Oreh

730 – 738

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1378
DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1382
DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1383
DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1384

Willingness to Participate in the National Health Insurance Scheme among Staff of a Higher Academic Institution in South-West Nigeria

Demilade Olusola Ibirongbe, Victoria Oluwabunmi Oladoyin, Juliana Oluwatoyin Adegbola, Temitope Ebenezer Aderemi, John Tony Aderibigbe, Olusola Anthony Ajabaluku, Gloria Oluwaseun Olatunji, Aderonke Christiana Afolayan, Wasiu Olalekan Adebimpe

758 – 765

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1387

Helicobacter Pylori Infection Using Stool Antigen Test and Its Associated Factors among Adult Rural Dwellers in Southwest Nigeria

Azeez Oyemomi Ibrahim, Omowonuola olubukola Sonibare, Olanrewaju Olawale Musbau, Oluwaserimi Adewumi Ajetunmobi, Omotayo Folorunsho Afolayan, Olagoke Erinomo, Gbadebo Oladimeji Ajani, Wasiu Adegbenga Ajetunmobi, Musah Yusuf, Abayomi Olusola Ayodapo, Tosin Anthony Agbesanwa, Adebankole Adewoyin, Oluwatosin Oluwagbenga Oguntoye, Ibrahim Sebutu Bello, Shuaib Kayode Aremu

775 – 785

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1389

Prevalence of Respiratory Symptoms, Patterns and Determinants of Lung Function Abnormality Among Patients Attending a Tertiary Respiratory Clinic in Abuja, Nigeria: A Two-Year Retrospective Analysis

Idris Muhammad Yakubu, Dorcas Obidiya Okoro Ulu, Adam Haruna Umar, Maryam Oyiza Sadiq,, Ngozi Christiana Wogu, Chidubem Onyinyechi Umezinwa

786 – 795

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1391

A Retrospective Study of the Prevalence and Patterns of Ocular Morbidities among Adults in Rivers State

Pearl Iyaye Daibi Abereton, Joy Tonye Wihioka, Siyeofori Belema Dede, Adaeze Chidinma Oreh

796 – 804

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1392

Hematological and Iron-Related Biomarkers in Cervical Cancer: Insights from Serum Ferritin, Iron, Platelet, and White Blood Cell Profiles among women attending IMSUTH Orlu, Nigeria

Akubuo Chigaemezu Remmy-Martin, Chinedu Barry Iheukwumere, Melford Uche Elendu, Moses Chukwuemeka Ohamaeme, Eustace Mary Nzube Nwosu, Feziechi Benigna Egwurugwu, Paschaline Odichimma Egwurugwu

805 – 814

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1393

Modulation of Synaptophysin Immunoreactivity, Oxidative Stress Markers, and Cerebral Cortex Toxicity: The Role of Magnesium Glycinate in Cyclophosphamide-Treated Rats

Kolade Pelumi Folorunso, Augustine Kehinde Ojo,, Aishat Abidemi Olawale, Muhsinat Bisola Lawal, Mary Tolulope Onaolapo, Abiodun Abioye Oyeleke, Olayemi Afolabi , Bukola Ezekiel Olatundun, Luqman Adepoju Hassan, Foluso Olamide Ojo, Reuben Jesulayomi Ogundiran

815 – 831

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1395

Effects of Artificial Ripening on the Nutritional and Biochemical Characteristics of Musa paradisiaca (Plantain): Food Safety and Public Health Implications

Nwamaka Maureen Odu, Vivian Ifeoma Okonkwo, Olatunji Yussuf Adedokun, Lebechi Faith Akor, Halimatu Sa'adiya Isah, Maryam Umar, Nasir Shako Ahmad, Mary Uchenna Ogunsanya, Joseph Akor, Marygloria Oluchukwu Ugwuja

832 – 844

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1397
DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1398
DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1404

Perceived Influence of Menopausal Symptoms on Social and Cognitive Dispositions of Female Lecturers in Universities in Anambra State, Nigeria: A Comparison by Age Group

Joy Nkeiruka Jacob, Blasius Okechukwu Okwara, Amaechi Ugbala, Ngozichika Obiageli Okeke, Victor Obosinde Adika

902 – 910

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1408

Alterations in Coagulation and Hematological Parameters in Coronary Artery Disease: A Case–Control Study in Owerri, Nigeria

Chigaemezu RemmyMartin Akubuo, Melford Uche Elendu, Chinedu Barry Iheukwumere, Eustace Mary Nzube Nwosu, Feziechi Benigna Egwurugwu, Paschaline Odichimma Egwurugwu, Ernest Emeka Ngwu

916 – 927

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1411

Prevalence and Associated Risk Factors of Genital Herpes: A 5-Year Retrospective Study

Abednego Samuel Dahal, Ukingat Mahan Mahanan, Johnson Okoh Okidu,, Joy MC Thomas, Akogwu Ernest Oteikwu, Reward Audu, Nanret Kyeswet Suchi , Nakah Joseph Nababa, Yadang Dasohot Maktep, Mershak Pangam Prosper

928 – 935

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1413

Food Safety Knowledge, Hygienic Practices, Environmental Conditions, and Microbial Contamination Among Food Vendors in Abuja, Nigeria: A Cross-Sectional Mixed-Methods Study

Idris Muhammad Yakubu, Oluwafemi Peter Oladele, Tomide Daniel Oluwatuase, Adebanke Christianah Oniyide, Kofoworade Ayobami Olaniyan, Olatayo Jethro Olaniyi

936 – 944

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1414

Assessment of Dietary Practices and the Dual Burden of Malnutrition among Out-of-School Adolescents in Makurdi, Benue State: A Cross-Sectional Study

Patience Msendoo Gwadza, Israel Olanrele Dada, Justina Yetunde Talabi, Chioma Nonyelum Onyekweli-ugeh, Elizabeth Oyeyemi Adedayo

970 – 983

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1418

Influence of Psychosocial Factors on Maternal Mental Health in The Postpartum Period in Ekiti State

Gbenga Damilola Akinlua, Oluwole Dominic Olaogun, Omolola Oluwabunmi Ajayi, Temitope Okunola, Olusola Peters Aduloju

996 – 1007

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1420

Molecular Determination of Factor V Leiden Gene Mutations and Natural Coagulation Inhibitors among Sickle Cell Patients in Ekiti State

Ayodele Jacob Esan, Oluwafemi Nathaniel Adeyanju , Ibukun Akinsola Omisakin, Omolola Onayemi , Mojisola Feyisayo Owoseni, Amauche Martina Ngwu, Olufemi Ebenezer Folaranmi, Adeleke A. Ibijola, Sunday Adetunji Omonijo, E. O. Osime

1008 - 1016

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1421
DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1428

Dietary Practices, Obstetric Characteristics and Serum Micronutrient Status of Pregnant Women in Ondo State, Nigeria: A Cross-Sectional Study

Elizabeth Oyeyemi Adedayo, Israel Olanrele Dada, Kayode Ajayi , Patience Msendoo Gwadza, Chioma Nonyelum Onyekweli-Ugeh, Omoniyi Isaac Olanrewaju

1030 – 1042

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1430

Dietary Supplementation among Working Women at a Tertiary Institution in Southwest Nigeria: A Cross-Sectional Study

Ngozi Onyinye Adefala, Nnamdi Emmanuel Okoro, Victor Chimezie Okebalama, Ayo-Omole Chiamaka, Onyemekara Joseph. , Ikon Roland, Adebayo Rita, Ogbunude Oluchi

1043 – 1053

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1432

Extensive Perineal Injury Managed Through a Multidisciplinary Approach: A Case Report

Friday Emeakpor Ogbetere, Famous Dickson Ukpebor , Clement Odion

595 – 600

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1338

Long-Term Growth and Pubertal Outcomes After Seven Years of Treatment for Peripheral Precocious Puberty in a Girl with Mccune–Albright Syndrome: A Case Report

Michael Eteng Eyong, Edu Michael Eyong, Ekaette Itam Nsa, Nonso Emmanuel Onyia, Samuel Archibong Efanga, Maxwell Udo Anah

877 – 885

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1402

Chronic Uterine Inversion as a Rare Complication of Mismanaged Labour: A Case Report

Assumpta Nnenna Nweke, Chidiadi Nathan Ekpe, Chuka Nobert Obi, Silas Nwali , Francis Okoroafor, Ifeanyichukwu Oka, Emmanuel Nwokwu, Justus Ndulue Eze

911 – 915

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1410

Central Neuraxial Anaesthesia for Exploratory Laparotomy: A Case Series

Doris Ifeyinwa Ilo, Ikenna Stanley Ilo, Isaac Sunday Chukwu , Enyinna Chikwendu Nduka, Kelechi Chiemela Nwachukwu

945 – 951

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1415

Management of Plasmacytoma and its outcome in a low resource setting

Ajayi Adeleke Ibijola, Oluwafemi Johnson Adegbamigbe, Olagoke Olaseinde Erinomo, Oluwole Olarinmoye Oyeleye, Olawale Morenikeji Adeniyi

1017 – 1022

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1422

Pattern of Psychiatric Educational Participation Over One Year: A Descriptive Thematic Engagement Analysis

Ayodeji Saad Erubu, Miracle Morenike Oluwasanmi, Michael Ngwa Nguh, Ephraim Saawua Swande, Precious Fayokemi Olarotimi

685 – 692

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1368

An Overview of the Frequency Distribution of the Prediabetes Population: Identified by a FINDRISC Survey in Semarang City

Satriya Pranata, Shinta Nur Cahyanti, Lalu Muhammad Irham, Wirawan Adikusuma, Danang P. Amukti

868 – 876

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v26i2.1400