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From The Desk of The Editor-in-Chief Dear Colleagues, I would like to take this opportunity to extend my heartfelt gratitude for the invaluable role you have played in the continued success of the West African Journal of Medicine (WAJM) over the years. Your dedication, expertise, and unwavering commitment have been instrumental in ensuring the steady monthly publication of the journal and its impact within the medical community. In line with our commitment in previous communications, we are pleased to announce that the backlog of 2024 publications has been successfully cleared. The January 2025 edition is now published. Work on the February and March 2025 issues is progressing simultaneously, and both editions are scheduled for release within the next two weeks. Our editorial and production teams remain fully dedicated, implementing strategic measures to enhance the journal’s relevance, improve operational efficiency, and strengthen its global visibility. CALL FOR REVIEWERS I kindly seek the continued support and cooperation of our esteemed reviewers. Your role is crucial in upholding the high academic and professional standards that define WAJM. Therefore, I appeal to you to prioritize any pending manuscript reviews and submit your recommendations at the earliest opportunity. To further enhance the quality of our peer-review process, we are actively seeking, enthusiastic, and dedicated reviewers across all specialties. We welcome individuals who are willing to contribute their expertise and commit to reviewing manuscripts within the designated time frame. If you are interested in joining our pool of reviewers—or if you know someone who might be—we encourage you to reach out to me directly. CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION FOR REVIEWERS We would like to inform our esteemed reviewers that the journal has deemed it fit to recognize and appreciate those who have remained dedicated to our mission over the years. In particular, reviewers who have evaluated at least three manuscripts will receive a Certificate of Recognition as a token of our appreciation. This certificate will be valuable for administrative records and will enhance your academic CV. Kindly submit your full name and institutional affiliation for the issuance of the certificate. MANUSCRIPT SUBMISSION – CALL FOR PAPERS FOR SPECIAL EDITION We are delighted to announce a forthcoming special edition of the journal that will highlight ground-breaking developments, innovative research, and emerging discoveries across all medical specialties and healthcare delivery particularly sportlighting contributions from West African region. Accordingly, we invite the submission of relevant original research, and review articles for inclusion in this edition. This will receive prompt consideration, and we also plan to offer a subsidy on processing fees for manuscripts accepted for publication. MOVING FORWARD I remain optimistic about the future of WAJM. With your continued collaboration, we will not only overcome existing challenges but also elevate the journal to new heights of academic excellence and global recognition. Thank you once again for your unwavering support and commitment. I look forward to working closely with all of you as we strive to strengthen the journal’s impact and contribution to medical research and healthcare in West Africa and beyond. WAJM VOLUME 41, DECEMBER (12)  2024 This edition is available at the West African Journal of Medicine (WAJM) office, located at 6 Taylor Drive, Edmund Crescent, Medical Compound, Yaba, Lagos State. However, the e-copy has been sent to the corresponding authors. For authors and individuals interested in obtaining copies of this edition, requests can be made at the journal office or by sending an email to the Editor-in-Chief. through wajmeditorinchief@gmail.com WAJM VOL. 42. N0. 1, 2025 WAJM VOLUME 42, NUMBER 1 JANUARY 2025 The contents of this issue are listed below. The free abstract-text content of this edition can be accessed on the journal website and on PubMed Central amongst others. EDITORIAL  Addressing the Silent Strain: Unmasking Post-COVID Neurologic Complications in Resource-Limited Settings G. E. Erhabor West Afr J Med. 2025 January; 42 (1): 1-2 PMID: 40544426 ORIGINAL ARTICLE Quality of Life Assessment Among Patients with Papulosquamous Disorders in Southern Nigeria E. A. Sokunbi, C. R. Madubuko, B. U. Okwara, E. O. Omatighene, H. O. Elimian, S. O. Oiwoh, A. N. Onunu West Afr J Med. 2025 January; 42 (1): 3-10 PMID: 40544438 ORIGINAL ARTICLE Kaolin-Induced Hydrocephalus in the Developing Rat Brain: Deficits of Visual Perception and Structural Changes in the Visual Cortex M. T. Shokunbi, F. E. Olopade, O. M. Femi-Akinlosotu, A. J. Adekanmbi, O. A. Akpoke West Afr J Med. 2025 January; 42 (1): 11-20 PMID: 40544446 ORIGINAL ARTICLE Symptoms and Physiological Parameters of Obstructive Sleep Apnoea Patients Diagnosed with a Portable Sleep Monitor: Implications and Challenges N. I. Nwosu, C. V. Odinaka, P. I. Nlewedim, C. F. Udeh, A. G. Obiefuna, U. C. Abazie, C. C. Onyedum, J. C. Chukwuka West Afr J Med. 2025 January; 42 (1): 21-28 PMID: 40544469 ORIGINAL  ARTICLE A Social Media Survey on the Prevalence of Post-COVID Neurologic Complications Among Nigerians I. E. Akase, S. O. Awodumila, C. E. Nwanmah, O. O. Ojo, O. P. Agabi, O. Ede, F. O. Nwaokorie, R. A. Anyanwu, P. S. Ghajiga, O Kalejaiye, G. S. Perez-Giraldo, Z. S. Orban, M. Jimenez, I. J. Koralnik, N. U. Okubadejo West Afr J Med. 2025 January; 42 (1): 29-35 PMID: 40544471 ORIGINAL  ARTICLE The Interplay Between Fibroblast Growth Factor-23 (Fgf-23) and Traditional Biomarkers of Chronic Kidney Disease – Mineral and Bone Disorder R. S. Ezeugonwa, T. A. Bamikefa, Y. A. Ayoola, I. O. Sanni, R. O. Alaya, B. A. Omotoso, M. O. Hassan, S. Adamu, O. O. Okunola, A. A. Sanusi, F. A. Arogundade West Afr J Med. 2025 January; 42 (1): 36-43 PMID: 40544508 ORIGINAL ARTICLE Population Survey on Contributing Factors to Sustained Prevalence of Sickle Cell Disease in Enugu, Nigeria A. O. Ugwu, C. J. Okamkpa, C. S. Anigbo, E. A. Muoghalu, O. I. Obodo, C. R. Onwasigwe, P. C. Ekwueme, G. U. Ene West Afr J Med. 2025 January; 42 (1): 44-51 PMID: 40544512 CORIGINAL ARTICLE Diagnostic Performance of Xpert MTB/RIF Assay in Adults with Presumed Pulmonary Tuberculosis at Uyo, Nigeria S. B. Udoette, A. E. Onukak, U. V. Ugwu, M. O. Iroezindu, U. S. Unigwe, V. A. Umoh West Afr J Med. 2025 January; 42 (1): 52-60 PMID:   40546122 ORIGINAL ARTICLE Assessing the Efficacy of Peko-D Forte as Add-on Therapy for Parkinson's Disease: A Proof of Concept, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study O. V. Olalusi, O. O. Oguntiloye, A. I. Makanjuola, J. O. Yaria, I. Chukwuocha, R. O. Akinyemi, A. Ogunniyi West Afr J Med. 2025 January; 42 (1): 61-66 PMID: 40548419 REVIEW ARTICLE A Short Review of Migraine headaches in Nigeria: Epidemiology, Current Challenges, Treatment Approaches, and Future Directions for Improved Management A. Osonuga, A. A. Osonuga, G. C. Okoye, O. A. Osonuga, A. DaCoasta, A. C. Osonuga, D. DaCosta West Afr J Med. 2025 January; 42 (1): 67-72 PMID: 40548491 CASE REPORT Pulmonary Aspergillosis Complicated by Recurrent Pneumothorax in a Healthy Nigerian Adolescent at Cedar Crest Hospital, Abuja – A Diagnostic Conundrum (Case Report) O. A. Oyedeji, V. O. Alabi, E. A. Onoh, A. S. Agboola, P. I. Princewill-Nwajiobi, I. I. Alioke West Afr J Med. 2025 January; 42 (1): 73-76 PMID: 40548510 PROCESSING AND PUBLICATION FEES Given the prevailing economic conditions, the increasing production costs, and the fluctuating exchange rates, we kindly request authors to submit payments in US Dollars (USD) for all processing and publication fees. Kindly be informed that from January 2024, manuscripts accepted for publication will be rescheduled for the subsequent edition if publication fees are not settled within the designated payment period. If any author encounters challenges making payments in USD, please don't hesitate to contact the Editor-in-Chief via email. - wajmeditorinchief@gmail.com or whatsapp (08068925934)  The current fees are as stated below: Processing Fee: $60.00  Publication Fee: $150.00  Payment in Dollars (Domiciliary Account) Account Name: West African Journal Medicine Account Number: 0483489788 Bank: GT Bank Swift Code: GTBINGLA Sort Code: 058194010 FEBRUARY 2025 EDITION This edition is currently in the final stages of publishing. Kindly note that corresponding authors of manuscripts are encouraged to settle any outstanding statutory charges at their earliest convenience. 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 FEBRUARY 2024 edition. EDITORIAL ENDING NUCLEAR WEAPONS, BEFORE THEY END US Kamran Abbasi, Editor-in-Chief, BMJ; Parveen Ali, Editor-in-Chief, International Nursing Review; Virginia Barbour, Editor-in-Chief, Medical Journal of Australia; Marion Birch, Editor-in-Chief, Medact & University College London; Inga Blum, At-large Board Member, IPPNW; Peter Doherty, 1996 Nobel Prize for Physiology or Medicine; Andy Haines, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine; Ira Helfand, Past President, IPPNW; Richard Horton, Editor-in-Chief, The Lancet; Kati Juva, Co-President, IPPNW; Jose F. Lapena Jr, Vice-President, WAME; Robert Mash, Editor-in-Chief, African Journal of Primary Health Care & Family Medicine; Olga Mironova, Co-President, IPPNW; Arun Mitra, Past President, IPPNW; Carlos Monteiro, Editor-in-Chief, Revista de Saúde Pública; Elena N. Naumova, Editor-in-Chief, Journal of Public Health Policy; David Onazi, Co-President, IPPNW; Tilman Ruff, Past President, IPPNW; Peush Sahni, Editor-in-Chief, National Medical Journal of India; James Tumwine, Editor-in-Chief, African Health Sciences; Carlos Umaña, Co-President, IPPNW; Paul Yonga, Editor-in-Chief, East African Medical Journal; Chris Zielinski, President, WAME   ORIGINAL ARTICLES PREDICTORS OF ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION AMONG NIGERIAN MEN WITH TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS Adeola Monsuru Badmus, Stephen Odunayo Ikuerowo, Emmanuel Ajibola Jeje, Abimbola Ayodeji Abolarinwa  and Olufunmilade Akinfolarin Omisanjo WORK-RELATED STRESS AMONG ACADEMIC STAFF OF A HIGHER INSTITUTION IN SOUTH-WEST, NIGERIA: A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY O. Q Bakare, A. O Coker, M Saibu, T. O Durojaiye PROGRAMMED CELL DEATH LIGAND 1 (PD-L1) EXPRESSION IN TRIPLE NEGATIVE BREAST CANCER CASES IN BENIN CITY Owolabi DO, Obahiagbon I, Udoh MO, Owobu C, Ekanem VJ, Ogunbiyi JO, Olu-Eddo AN POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER IN THE EPICENTER OF THE BOKO HARAM INSURGENCY: PREVALENCE AND PSYCHOSOCIAL CORRELATES Ibrahim Abdu Wakawa, Umar Baba Musami, Yesiru Adeyemi Kareem, Mohammed Yusuf Mahmood, Amina Isa Halid, Babagana Kundi Machina, Falmata Baba Shettima, Abdurrahman Ashiru, Placidus Nwakuba Ogualili PARACETAMOL-DICLOFENAC AND PENTAZOCINE-DICLOFENAC FOR POST-CAESAREAN SECTION PAIN RELIEF: A DOUBLE BLIND RANDOMISED CONTROLLED TRIAL T. O. Odetayo; J. O. Chionuma; K. A. Rabiu, Gbadegesin PREVALENCE AND DETERMINANTS OF MALOCCLUSION AMONG PRESCHOOL CHILDREN IN MAIDUGURI T. O. Ligali, A.E. Oromakinde EVALUATING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF MULTIPLE PROVIDER ENHANCED ADHERENCE COUNSELING IN THE IMPROVEMENT OF TREATMENT OUTCOMES AMONGST ADOLESCENTS LIVING WITH HIV (ALHIV) Adebawojo, Tolulope Oluwatimileyi. N, Oladosu Olaniyi. M, Onifade Ajibola Olasunkanmi, Eloho Hambolu ASSESSING FIBROSIS AND STEATOSIS UTILIZING TRANSIENT ELASTOGRAPHY (FIBROSCAN) IN METABOLIC-DYSFUNCTION ASSOCIATED STEATOTIC LIVER DISEASE: AN EXPERIENCE FROM UBTH, BENIN CITY, NIGERIA Rose Ashinedu Ugiagbe, Ezekiel Enoghama Ugiagbe, Abraham Orkurga Malu EFFECTS OF FOOTWEAR TYPES ON BALANCE AND RISK OF FALLS AMONG PREGNANT WOMEN: A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY C P Ojukwu, J S Eleojo, O J Nebo, N E Ubochi, E M Anekwu, I J Ilo PROMOTING ADOLESCENTS’ ORAL HEALTH: EFFECTIVENESS OF TWO ORAL HEALTH EDUCATIONAL METHODS AMONG SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN LAGOS, NIGERIA Ekowmenhenhen U I, Sofola O O, Uti O G, Odogu U, Akande A , Oluwaleti O J 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). WEBSITE Our website is fully accessible and functional. For assistance or support, please don't hesitate to contact us. Our team is ready to help. For more information, kindly reach out to the Editor-in-Chief (email: wajmeditorinchief@gmail.com). INQUIRIES/COMPLAINTS For inquiries and complaints, please call +2348068925934 or send a message through whatsApp. Tweet LinkedIn Blogspot Share 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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Dear [[data:firstname:"Esteemed Colleague"]] As we approach the close of another fruitful year, I wish to extend my heartfelt gratitude to everyone for the integral role you have played in the success of the West African Journal of Medicine (WAJM) this year. Your dedication, expertise, and unwavering commitment have made this year a remarkable one for our publications that have continued steadily on a monthly basis. Your growing patronage in terms of the quantity and excellent quality of articles submitted have contributed immensely to the growing impact of WAJM in the west African sub-region and globally. We truly value the painstaking effort and rigour authors put into executing their research and reporting them for publication. This has enriched the academic and scientific discourse within our journal's pages. To our esteemed reviewers and editorial board members, your critical insights and tireless efforts to uphold the quality and integrity of our journal are commendable. Your work behind the scenes ensures that every piece published meets the highest scholarly standards. As we recount successes of this and previous years, it is also an opportunity to renew our vision for the advancement of WAJM in the new year. This requires partnership with all stakeholders. I therefore warmly invite you to continue and deepen your active involvement; whether by submitting your groundbreaking research, serving as reviewers, or championing our mission and publicizing the journal within your professional networks. Your ideas, feedbacks, and collaborations are vital to our growth. With warm regards and best wishes for the yuletide season and a prosperous new year, Sincerely,   Prof. Gregory Erhabor Editor-in-Chief WAJM   Visit our website

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WEST AFRICAN JOURNAL OF MEDICINE - LATEST ISSUE: WAJM VOL. 41 FEBRUARY 2024

From The Desk of The Editor-in-Chief FEBRUARY 2024  Dear Colleague, I am delighted to present the February 2024 edition of the Journal. I extend my sincere appreciation to the authors, reviewers, proofreaders, the two colleges (West African College of Physicians and West African College of Surgeons), and our dedicated staff for their unwavering support and contribution to the journal. We have been experiencing delays in our publication schedule due to various factors including unforeseen socio-economic challenges, which have impacted our production and publishing processes. Rest assured, we're actively working to return to our normal schedule of timely publication Our teams are fully engaged and committed to the growth and consistent production throughout the year. We are making aggressive moves to further raise the bar of the quality, impact, and reputation of the journal. We remain committed to enhancing the journal's relevance and significance within the global medical community. WAJM VOLUME 41, NUMBER 1, JANUARY  2024 This edition is currently at the collation stage of the printing process and will soon be available at the West African Journal of Medicine (WAJM) office, located at 6 Taylor Drive, Edmund Crescent, Medical Compound, Yaba, Lagos State. However, the e-copy has been sent to the corresponding authors. For authors and individuals interested in obtaining copies of this edition, requests can be made at the journal office or by sending an email to the Editor-in-Chief. through wajmeditorinchief@gmail.com LATEST ISSUE - WAJM VOL. 41. N0. 2, 2024 WAJM VOLUME 41, NUMBER 2 FEBRUARY 2024 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. EDITORIAL  Right Ventricular Dysfunction in Hypertension, and the Risk and Remedies of Obstructive Sleep Apnoea among Young Persons G. E. Erhabor West Afr J Med. February 2024; 41 (2): 107-108 PMID: 38581411 ORIGINAL ARTICLE Inflammatory Bowel Disease in Adults – Experience and Challenges in Gastroenterology Practices in Calabar, South-South Nigeria M. Kooffreh-Ada, E. Chukwudike, T. Ugbem, A. E. Itam-Eyo, O. Uba-Mgbemena, I. E. Nwa, B. A. Eko, E. I. Effiong, A. J. Omotoso, G. Kajogbola, U. C. Okonkwo, O. E. Ngim, R. Ndoma-Egba West Afr J Med. February 2024; 41 (2): 109-117 PMID: 38581647 ORIGINAL ARTICLE Burden of Thyroid Dysfunction Among Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients in South East Nigeria with Emphasis on its Prevalence and Pattern of Presentation: A Case-Controlled Study Ezeani Ignatius U, Ogbonna Stanley U West Afr J Med. February 2024; 41 (2): 118-125 PMID: 38581652 ORIGINAL ARTICLE Effect of Motivational Interviewing on Lifestyle Modification among Patients with Hypertension Attending the Family Medicine Clinics of ISTH, Irrua, Nigeria (Milmaph Study) – A Randomised Control Trial Study Protocol T. I. A. Oseni, A. O. Oku, N. E. Udonwa West Afr J Med. February 2024; 41 (2): 126-134 PMID: 38581673 ORIGINAL ARTICLE A Review of the Current Management of Intracranial Infections of Neurosurgical Importance Eghosa Morgan, Olowo Samuel, Ezemwenghian Morgan, Edward Poluyi West Afr J Med. February 2024; 41 (2): 135-147 PMID: 38581674 ORIGINAL ARTICLE Functional Disability and Social Support in Older Patients attending Chief Tony Anenih Geriatrics Center (CTAGC) University College Hospital, Ibadan Southwestern, Nigeria M. O. Olawuyi, F. A. Olaniyan, O. O. Olowookere, A. F. Fagbamigbe West Afr J Med. February 2024; 41 (2): 148-155 PMID: 38581684 ORIGINAL ARTICLE Pattern of Right Ventricular Changes in Patients with Uncomplicated Systemic Hypertension at a Tertiary Centre in Southwest Nigeria R. K. Moronkola, A. C. Mbakwem, A.O. Ajibare, O. T. Ojo, O. M. Oladimeji, C. Amadi, Folasade Daniel, O. Kushimo West Afr J Med. February 2024; 41 (2): 156-162 PMID: 38581689 ORIGINAL ARTICLE Morbidity Pattern in the Medical Wards of a Nigerian Teaching Hospital During the COVID-19 Pandemic O. G. Oriaifo, A. O. Opadeyi, A. O. Isah West Afr J Med. February 2024; 41 (2): 163-168 PMID: 38581690 ORIGINAL ARTICLE COVID-19 and Activities of Daily Living Among Primary Health Care Workers in Ekiti State, South-West Nigeria A. Adeniran, O. Q. Bakare, E. O. Oluwole, F. C. Chieme, T. Durojaiye, O.Y. Ojo, B. Olujobi, M. M. Ilesanmi West Afr J Med. February 2024; 41 (2): 169-174 PMID: 38581692 ORIGINAL ARTICLE Infection Prevention and Control: Baseline Knowledge and Practices of TBAs in Rural Kano, Northwestern Nigeria T. G. Amole, A. K. Ayaba, F. I. Tsigah-Ahmed, R. I. Jalo, U. Bashir, A. L. Adamu, S. M. Abu,F. M. Mahmud, H. S. Galadanci West Afr J Med. February 2024; 41 (2): 175-182 PMID: 38581696 ORIGINAL ARTICLE Profile and Correlates of Sleep Quality and Obstructive Sleep Apnoea among Young Persons in Ibadan, Southwestern Nigeria S. Oiwoh, O. Adebayo, K. K. Kanmodi, J. Agbogidi, O. F. Ojo., O. Ogunsuji, A. O. Oyabambi, A.P. Wachinou West Afr J Med. February 2024; 41 (2): 183-190 PMID: 38581697 ORIGINAL ARTICLE Knowledge of Hepatitis B Vaccine and Vaccination Status of Theatre Personnel at ATBUTH, Bauchi K. J. Bwala, M. M. Muhammed, A. Mohammed, Isa Sajo Mienda, H. U. Liman West Afr J Med. February 2024; 41 (2): 191-196 PMID: 38583065  ORIGINAL ARTICLE Insights into Breast Cancer Knowledge Among Female Adolescents in Delta State, Nigeria: A School-Based Study M. O. Akpo, E. E. Akpo, D. O. Akpo West Afr J Med. February 2024; 41 (2): 197-201 PMID: 38583066 ORIGINAL ARTICLE Weight Changes in Breast Cancer Survivors in a Nigerian Hospital: Pattern and Correlates S. A. Folorunso, A. A. Abdus-salam, M. A. Jimoh, B. M. Alabi, A. O. Folorunso, J. A. Obadipe West Afr J Med. February 2024; 41 (2): 203-208 PMID: 38583081 ORIGINAL ARTICLE Selenium Deficiency as a Risk Factor for Peripartum Cardiomyopathy K. M. Karaye, H. Sa'idu, N. A. Ishaq, S. A. Balarabe, B. G. Ahmed, I. Y. Mohammed, A. G. Habib, M. Y. Henein; on behalf of Peripartum Cardiomyopathy in Nigeria (PEACE) Registry Investigators. West Afr J Med. February 2024; 41 (2): 209-214 PMID: 38583094 ORIGINAL ARTICLE Residents-as-teachers: A Needs Assessment of Residents’ Teaching Skills in the Clinical Setting using Direct Observation of Teaching O.E. Ayodele, J. Blitz West Afr J Med. February 2024; 41 (2): 215-225 PMID; 38583130 PROCESSING AND PUBLICATION FEES Given the prevailing economic conditions, the increasing production costs, and the fluctuating exchange rates, we kindly request authors to submit payments in US Dollars (USD) for all processing and publication fees. Kindly be informed that from January 2024, manuscripts accepted for publication will be rescheduled for the subsequent edition if publication fees are not settled within the designated payment period. If any author encounters challenges making payments in USD, please don't hesitate to contact the Editor-in-Chief via email. - wajmeditorinchief@gmail.com or whatsapp (08068925934)  The current fees are as stated below: Processing Fee: $60.00  Publication Fee: $150.00  Payment in Dollars (Domiciliary Account) Account Name: West African Journal Medicine Account Number: 0483489788 Bank: GT Bank Swift Code: GTBINGLA Sort Code: 058194010  MARCH 2024 EDITION This edition is currently in the final stages of publishing. Kindly note that corresponding authors of manuscripts are encouraged to settle any outstanding statutory charges at their earliest convenience. 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 MARCH 2024 edition. EDITORIAL xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx G. E. Erhabor ORIGINAL ARTICLES SONOGRAPHIC EVALUATION OF NIGERIAN WOMEN WITH MAMMOGRAPHIC FOCAL ASYMMETRIC DENSITY DU Itanyi, H Ibrahim, WO Ka’alu W ANGIOGRAPHIC PATTERNS OF YOUNG PEOPLE WITH CORONARY ARTERY DISEASE IN AN INDIAN POPULATION                                                                                                                 Ngabea M.A, Prathap K.N, Manu R, Thanu S EFFECT OF MOTIVATIONAL INTERVIEWING ON LIFESTYLE MODIFICATION AMONG PATIENTS WITH HYPERTENSION ATTENDING THE FAMILY MEDICINE CLINICS OF ISTH, IRRUA, NIGERIA – A RANDOMISED CONTROL TRIAL (MILMAPH STUDY) STUDY PROTOCOL                                                                 Oseni TIA, Oku AO, Udonwa NE PROGNOSTICATORS OF EXCISION OF GIANT INTRA-ORAL TUMORS IN A RESOURCE-CHALLENGED SETTING.                                                                                                                  Segun-Busari, Segun, Omokanye Habeeb Kayodele, Dunmade Adekunle David, Afolabi Olushola Abdulrahman, Adeniji, Kayode Adebamiji, Braimoh Kolawole Thomas, Uche Okonkwo Kenechukwu, Mashood F. 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Alake, Abdulrasheed Oba, Felix Uche-Nwachu CHILDREN ON THE STREETS OF IBADAN NIGERIA: NEGLECT OF CHILDREN’S RIGHTS Abimbola Margaret Obimakinde, Moosa Shabir ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION: PREVALENCE, AND PATTERN AMONG ADULT MALE PATIENTS ATTENDING THE GENERAL OUT-PATIENT CLINIC OF FEDERAL MEDICAL CENTRE BIDA, NIGERIA                                                                                                                   Gara Philip Nmadu, Mamman Mustapha, Adefemi Samuel Adebowale, Imade Osaretin M, Olaosebikan Olabode Folorunsho PREVALENCE AND DETERMINANTS OF OCULAR DISORDERS AMONG IN-SCHOOL CHILDREN WITH PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DISABILITIES IN OSUN STATE, SOUTHWEST NIGERIA                                                                                                                                        Olubusayo O Adejumo, Michaeline A Isawumi, Bayo D Parakoyi, Ifedola O Faramade, Sunday O Olarewaju TRENDS IN THE MANAGEMENT OF MISCARRIAGES WITH THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE VOLUNTEER OBSTETRICIAN SCHEME IN SELECTED PRIMARY HEALTH CARE CENTRES IN MAIDUGURI, NORTHEASTERN NIGERIA Babagana Bako, Bala Mohammed Audu, Ado Danazumi Geidam, Abdulkarim Garba Mairiga, Hadiza Abdullahi Usman, Abubakar Ali Kullima, Sanusi Mohammed Ibrahim, Bilkisu Isa, Buba Saidu Mshelia, Emmanuel Filibus PLASMID MEDIATED FLOUROQUINOLONE RESISTANCE AMONG ENTEROBACTERALES IN AFRICA: SYSTEMATIC REVIEW                                                                                                Abubakar J, Muhammad SZ, Muhammad KD, Jimoh AK, Egbe OE, Fahad L, Saminu Y, Abdussalam A, Mohammed Y IMMUNOHISTOCHEMICAL EXPRESSION PATTERN OF HER2 IN GASTRIC ADENOCARCINOMAS IN A NIGERIAN TERTIARY HOSPITAL                                                     Mbwas I. 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