From The Desk of The Editor-in-ChiefJUNE 2024 | Dear Colleagues, Subscribers, and Authors, I am delighted to present June 2024 edition of the Journal. I sincerely appreciate 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 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 5, MAY 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 VOLUME 41, NUMBER 6 JUNE 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. | | | | | | | | | | | | | | ORIGINAL ARTICLE Risk Factors Associated with Under Five Children Mortality in Northeast Nigeria; A Retrospective Analysis of National Demographic and Health Survey Data Y. A. Misau, M. F. Bashir, M. M. Dabo, A. S. Adamu, L. M. Dattijo, A. Z. Musa, S. M. Ahmad, J. Yaya, M. Meremikwu, B. M. Usman, N. K. Abdulhamid West Afr J Med. 2024 June; 41(6): 651–658 PMID: 39340779 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | PROCESSING AND PUBLICATION FEESGiven 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 | JULY 2024 EDITIONThis 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 JULY 2024 edition. | | EDITORIAL xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx G. E. Erhabor | | | THE VALUE OF TARGETED SCREENING FOR GLAUCOMA: THE UNIVERSITY OF ILORIN TEACHING HOSPITAL EXPERIENCE Tokunbo Sarah Obajolowo, Ibrahim Abiodun Yusuf, Sodiq Adeoti, Joshua F. A. Owoeye, Mutairu Abiodun Taiwo, Fatai Olasunkanmi Olatunji | | RESEARCH PARTICIPATION AND FEEDBACK: PERCEPTION OF ADOLESCENTS AND YOUNG ADULTS LIVING WITH HIV IN LAGOS, NIGERIA Abideen O Salako, Tomilola Musari-Martins, Folahanmi T Akinsolu, Oluwatosin O Odubela, Priscilla N Ezemelue, Babasola Opaneye, Samuel Bankole, Nurudeen O Rahman, Ifeoma E Idigbe, AhmadRufai Abubakar, Nkiru A David, Titilola A Gbaja-biamila | | | ASSESSMENT, MANAGEMENT, AND QUALITY OF CARE OF ACUTE CORONARY SYNDROME PATIENTS PRESENTING WITH NON-TRAUMATIC ACUTE CHEST PAIN IN THE EMERGENCY ROOM Olulola O Oladapo, Kehinde A. Ojifinni, Oladimeji Adebayo, Olanike A. Orimolade, Olumayowa Oluwasanjo, Veronica A. Obasuyi, Adebukola T. Adeyanju | | A 7-MONTH REVIEW OF CLINICAL AND DEMOGRAPHIC PREDICTORS OF CHILDHOOD MORTALITY IN A TERTIARY CHILDREN HOSPITAL IN FREETOWN, SIERRA LEONE Akhigbe, Irene Eseohe, Ikhurionan, Paul Ehiabhi, Bell, Nellie Valerie Tayo, Luke, Ronita Désirée Cornelia, Abubakarr, Bah Bailor, Geissler-Jalloh, Annett, Mustapha, Ayeshatu Majagbae, Ofovwe, Gabriel Egberue | | MOLECULAR SUBTYPES OF BREAST CANCER IN A TERTIARY CENTRE IN EDO STATE: SOUTH-SOUTH NIGERIA Ugiagbe EE, Owolabi DO | | GAPS IN MANAGEMENT OF DYSLIPIDAEMIA AMONG PHYSICIANS IN NIGERIA: REPORT OF A WEB-BASED SURVEY Ayoola YA, Adejumo OA, Oiwoh SO, Akande JO, Adebayo O, Oseni TIA, Inofomoh FO, Mamza AA, Edeki IR, Enikuomehin AC, Oni OO, Junaid OA, Shogade TT, Yusuf IA, Mustapha YM, Yusuf AO, Oyedepo DS, Adebayo SO, Akintunde AA | | OPINIONS OF DENTAL TECHNOLOGISTS IN NIGERIA ON QUALITY OF WORK AUTHORIZATION FOR REMOVABLE DENTAL PROSTHESES Olugbenga A. ADENUGA-TAIWO, Temitope O. OMOSEEBI, Modupe O. BOWALE, Adenike. O. AWOTILE, Ifeoma. DIKE | | ASSESSING THE QUALITY OF LIFE OF HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS IN HIGH-STRESS UNITS AT A TERTIARY HEALTH CENTRE IN SOUTH-EASTERN NIGERIA Ezemenahi SI, Ibeh CC, Okonkwo OS, Anusi CS, Ezemenahi SC, Eseigbe P, Alabi AN | | PERCEPTION, PRACTICE AND COST BURDEN OF MEDICAL TOURISM AMONG PHYSICIANS IN PUBLIC TERTIARY HEALTH FACILITIES IN OYO STATE, SOUTH-WEST, NIGERIA Rebecca Y. Olatunde, Oluwaseun T. Esan | | AWARENESS OF PRIMARY CARE PROVIDERS ON GENITAL SCHISTOSOMIASIS INFECTION IN NORTHERN NIGERIA Yahanazu Sada Abdullahi, Abdulgafar Lekan Olawumi, Mandisa Tenego, Munir Shu'aibu Sidi, Dan-Inna Muhammad Zaharadeen, Yolah F. Bangbeor Camanor, Tijani Idris Ahmad Oseni | | USE OF PROPHYLACTIC PARENTERAL TRANEXAMIC ACID FOR REDUCTION OF BLOOD LOSS DURING AND AFTER CAESAREAN SECTION: A DOUBLE-BLIND RANDOMIZED CONTROLLED STUDY Adaeze Vivian Ndubuisi, Polycarp Uchenna Agu, Emmanuel Onyebuchi Ugwu, Samuel Nnamdi Obi, George Uchenna Eleje, Matthew Ikechukwu Eze, Kingsley Emeka Ekwuazi, Angela Ogechukwu Ugwu, Peter Chienye Ekwueme, Chukwudi Simon Anigbo | | ANALYSIS OF THE FACTORS AFFECTING MALE-FEMALE SEX RATIO OF BABIES BORN THROUGH ASSISTED REPRODUCTIVE TECHNOLOGY Aloy Okechukwu Ugwu, Christian Chigozie Makwe, Vanessa Kay | | BIVENTRICULAR HYPERTROPHIC CARDIOMYOPATHY IN A 26-YEAR-OLD NIGERIAN WOMAN WITH NOONAN SYNDROME Ogah OS, Aje A, Obasuyi VA, Orimolade OA, Nebo IT, Ajao FA, Olawuyi DA, Olalekan VK, Ogah CM, Obiekwe FE, Odenigbo MN, Adebayo OM, Abiodun M Adeoye AM, Oladapo OO, Adebiyi A | INTRAMURAL PREGNANCY; AN INTRIGUING DIAGNOSIS IN A RESOURCE CONSTRAINT PRACTICE O.O. Lawal, G.O. Obajimi, C.M. Okor, J.A. Ogunsola | CEREBRAL ECHINOCOCCOSIS MIMICKING A BRAIN TUMOUR IN RURAL SOUTHWEST NIGERIA Mikhail Olayinka BUHARI, Oladipo OMOSEBI, Oluwole Olarinmoye OYELEYE, Olaleke FOLARANMI, Olagoke Olaseinde ERINOMO, Olawale Morenikeji Adeniyi | | 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. | | 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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