From The Desk of The Editor-in-ChiefAPRIL 2023 NEWSLETTER | Dear Colleague, It is my pleasure to present the Journal newsletter for April 2023. I would like to appreciate the authors, reviewers, and the two colleges (West African College of Physicians and West African College of Surgeons) for their continuous support. For a few months now we have commenced Open access. Open access is a great way to increase visibility and access to your published articles. It allows readers to access your work and is beneficial for readers, especially in the West African Sub-region and globally. You can access and download articles from the journal website. WAJM VOLUME 40, NUMBER 3, MARCH 2023 The printed copies of this edition are available at the West African Journal of Medicine (WAJM) office at 6, Taylor Drive, Edmund Crescent, Medical Compound, Yaba, Lagos State. Complimentary copies have been sent to the corresponding authors by courier service. Authors and those interested in copies of this edition can request it at the journal office or send an email to the Editor-in-Chief through wajmeditorinchief@gmail.com | | | WAJM VOLUME 40, NUMBER 4 APRIL 2023 The contents of the current issues are listed below. The free abstract-text content of this edition can be accessed on the journal website and on PubMed Central amongst others. | | | | | ORIGINAL ARTICLE An Evaluation of Platelet Factor 4, Beta-Thromboglobulin and Mean Platelet Volume in the Assessment of Thrombotic Risks in Subjects with Diabetic Mellitus Subjects at Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria A. O. Dada, O. A. Dada, A. A. Akinbami, A. R. Bamiro, I. E. Uche, O. I. Adeyemi, O. A. Kareem, O. B. Okunowo, M. R. Dosu West Afr J Med April 2023; 40(4):357-361 PMID: 37115730 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | ORIGINAL ARTICLE Yellow Fever Disease: Pattern of Presentation of Patients in Federal Medical Centre, Asaba, Delta State, Nigeria A. Q. Aigbokhaode, N. L. Orhue, A. O. Ojimba, F. C. Ugoeze, C. E. Origbo, D. Caleb, S. I. Ezemenahi, N. P. Ekhator, U. Mkpuma, J. I. Okereke, V. A. Osiatuma, E. O. Ezunu West Afr J Med April 2023; 40(4):428-434 PMID: 37120797 | | | | | | | | | | | PROCESSING AND PUBLICATION FEESThe Journal has reviewed its processing and the publication charges in line with the current exchange rate approved by the college and this is applicable to the journal. From January 1st 2023, all transactions will be based on the new exchange rate of N750 to $1.00. Payments should be made preferably in USD in line with the college requirements. However, if there is difficulty in transacting in USD, the equivalent could be paid in naira to the designated account.Processing Fee: $60.00 - Naira Equivalent is #45,000.00 Publication Fee: $150.00 - Naira Equivalent is #112,500.00 Bank Details for payment are as follows: Payment in Nigerian Naira Account Name: West African Journal Medicine Account Number: 0265229681 Bank: GT Bank Payment in Dollars (Domiciliary Account) Account Name: West African Journal Medicine Account Number: 0483489788 Bank: GT Bank Swift Code: GTBINGLA Sort Code: 058194010 | MAY 2023 EDITIONThis edition is currently in the final stages of publishing. Corresponding authors of manuscripts are advised to kindly pay the statutory charges within the next week in order to expedite the process. Please, note that the publishing fees should be paid ONLY into the WAJM Account. Evidence of payment should be forwarded to the Editor-In-Chief’s email - wajmeditorinchief@gmail.com.The following articles have been listed for the MAY 2023 edition. | | ARTICLES COVID-19 PANDEMIC RESPONSE: A PRIMARY CARE EXPERIENCE IN NORTHWEST NIGERIA Bukar Alhaji Grema, Salihu Tanko Tanimu, Godpower Chinedu Michael, Ibrahim Aliyu, Sani Ali Aji, Idris Usman Takai, Abubakar Idris Sulaiman | | SOCIO-DEMOGRAPHIC FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH HEALTH-SEEKING BEHAVIOUR AND CLINICAL OUTCOMES AMONG PATIENTS ATTENDING HEALTH INSURANCE FACILITY OF A TEACHING HOSPITAL IN SOUTHWESTERN NIGERIA SOLOMON Olusoji Abidemi, SOLOMON Oluremi Olayinka, AKINOLA Yetunde Olusola, OLUSOLA Abiodun Emmanuel, IBIRONGBE Demilade Olusola | COMPARING THE NIGERIA NATIONAL HEALTH INSURANCE SCHEME ACT, 2004 AND THE NATIONAL HEALTH INSURANCE AUTHORITY ACT, 2022 – WHAT IS NEW AND ITS IMPLICATIONS FOR THE HEALTH SYSTEM Tope Michael Ipinnimo, Ayodeji Andrew Omotoso, Tolulope Ayodeji Bamidele, Taofeeq Adedayo Sanni, Demilade Olusola Ibirongbe, Motunrayo Temidayo Ipinnimo, Oluwafunmilayo Oluwadamilola Ibikunle | | FACTORS WHICH INFLUENCE POSTGRADUATE CAREER CHOICE AMONG FINAL-YEAR MEDICAL STUDENTS Emmanuel E. Akpo | | PREVALENCE OF MENTAL ILL-HEALTH AMONG VISUALLY IMPAIRED PATIENTS IN A TERTIARY INSTITUTION IN SOUTHWESTERN NIGERIA Susannah Temitope Adepoju, Joshua Owoeye, Yinka Ologunsua, Olukayode Abayomi | | A FATAL CASE OF A HUGE BRAIN ABSCESS MISDIAGNOSED AS MIGRAINE HEADACHE IN AN 18YEAR OLD WOMAN Opeyemi Christopher Muyiwa, Akinlade Folasade Titilayo | | FREQUENCY AND PATTERN OF SHOULDER PAIN SYNDROME IN A NIGERIAN TERTIARY HOSPITAL G. J Odunlami, H. O.O Adelowo, G. E Erhabor, J Hakeem Olaosebikan | | HIV KNOWLEDGE AND SCREENING PRACTICES AMONG IN-SCHOOL ADOLESCENTS IN A SEMI-URBAN COMMUNITY OF OSUN STATE, SOUTHWEST NIGERIA Ajibola Idowu, Oluwatomisin Victoria Ajeleti, Perpetual Ekene Christopher, Odunayo Victoria Fajembimo, Ayomide Joshua Owolabi | | USEFULNESS OF SERUM PEPSINOGEN I AS A BIOMARKER IN EARLY DIAGNOSIS OF AETIOLOGY OF DYSPEPSIA Osundina MA, Akere A, Akande KO, Oke TO, Otegbayo JA, Aje AO, Ola SO | | TOTAL SALIVARY ANTIOXIDANT AND SERUM ANTIOXIDANT LEVELS IN RECURRENT APHTHOUS STOMATITIS: A CASE CONTROL STUDY Oluwadaisi A.M, Owotade F.J, Oyetola E.O, Olawuni I. J, Aborisade A.O | | RISK FACTORS AND PATTERN OF LOWER LIMB DEEP VENOUS THROMBOSIS IN GOMBE, NORTH-EASTERN NIGERIA Saleh Yuguda, Ahmed Iya Girei, Kasim Mohammed Pindiga, Rufai Abdu Dachi, Aminu Umar Usman, Aisha Mohammed Umar, Okologo Tega, Abubakar Saidu | | KNOWLEDGE AND COMPLIANCE WITH MALARIA NATIONAL TREATMENT GUIDELINES AMONG PRIMARY HEALTH CARE WORKERS IN A RURAL AREA IN NORTHERN NIGERIA Oyefabi A, Awaje M, Usman NO, Sunday J, Kure S, Hammad S | | THROMBOTIC RISK ASSESSMENT IN PATIENTS WITH LYMPHOID NEOPLASM SEEN AT THE NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL, NNEWI, ANAMBRA STATE Chilaka Ugochi, Nwogoh Benedict, Chilaka Kingsley, Ajuba Clara, Egbunike Geoffery, Ehirim Chinedu | | DERMOSCOPIC FEATURES SEEN IN TINEA CAPITIS, TINEA CORPORIS AND TINEA CRURIS Zainab Ibrahim Babba, MY Shehu, B.A Ukonu, PU. Ibekwe | PRENATAL SCREENING FOR DOWN SYNDROME: HOW ACCEPTABLE IS IT AMONG PREGNANT NIGERIAN WOMEN J.A. Akinmoladun, E.J. Enabudoso, O.O. Bello | | ADVERT Advertise your brand, products and events (conferences, exhibitions and workshops) in our esteemed journal and reach out to healthcare professionals and institutions worldwide. For advert placement, kindly contact the Editor-in-Chief for details (email: wajmeditorinchief@gmail.com). | INQUIRIES/COMPLAINTS For inquiries and complaints, please call +2348068925934 or send a message through whatsApp. | WEBSITE The website (www.wajmed.com) is now fully functional. Procedures and steps on how to navigate the website are available on the homepage and in the monthly newsletter you receive from us. Everyone is encouraged to actively engage with the content of the website. This will improve the impact factor of the journal. Published articles and past articles are available for free download to registered users. | | | Thank you. I look forward to receiving your suggestions and feedback. Prof. G. E. Erhabor Editor-in-Chief West African Journal of Medicine |
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