European Journal of Preventive Medicine

Volume 3, Issue 2, March 2015

  • Evaluation of Some Physicochemical Properties as Quality Control Parameters of an Ayurvedic Preparation “Khadirarishta”

    Kamrun Nahar, Most. Shammi Rahman, Shahana Jahan, Md. Zakir Sultan, Md. Musfaqur Rahman Sajjad, Md. Taimuzzaman Sharif, Nur Jaharat Lubna, Abu Asad Chowdhury, Shaila Kabir, Mohammad Shah Amran

    Issue: Volume 3, Issue 2, March 2015
    Pages: 17-21
    Received: Dec. 09, 2014
    Accepted: Jan. 22, 2015
    Published: Feb. 16, 2015
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    Abstract: Traditional or alternative medicines such as Ayurvedic drugs are getting importance and reputation day by day in the treatment of various diseases. This is because it has fewer side effects and gives necessary pharmacological action. But prolonged and excess usage may lead to harmful effects such as damage of the heart muscle leading to various typ... Show More
  • Relationship of Physical, Emotional Health Variables and Functional Health Status of the Elderly in Asaba, Delta State

    Lokoyi Ose Lovet Osita

    Issue: Volume 3, Issue 2, March 2015
    Pages: 22-25
    Received: Dec. 24, 2014
    Accepted: Jan. 29, 2015
    Published: Feb. 16, 2015
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    Abstract: Functional health status is the level of activities performed by an individual to realize needs of daily living in many aspects of life including physical, psychological, social, spiritual and intellectual roles. Level of performance is expected to correspond to normal expectation in the individual's nature, structure and conditions. Researching in... Show More
  • Sexual Behaviour Among Senior Secondary School Students in Nnewi North and Nnewi South Local Government Areas of Anambra State, South-Eastern Nigeria

    Azuike Emmanuel Chukwunonye, Iloghalu Ifeoma Chisom, Nwabueze Simeon Achunam, Emelumadu Obiageli Fidelia, Balogun John Seyifumi, Azuike Ebele Dabeluchukwu, Obi Kamtoochukwu Mmaduneme, Enwonwu Kenechukwu Grace, Ebulue Charles Chukwudalu, Obi Darlington Chukwudinma, Chikezie Nkiru Ifeoma

    Issue: Volume 3, Issue 2, March 2015
    Pages: 26-33
    Received: Nov. 15, 2014
    Accepted: Feb. 15, 2015
    Published: Mar. 02, 2015
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    Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Many adolescents engage in risky sexual activity without protection as shown by recent WHO report and this practice commonly resulted in sexually transmitted infections (STIs) including human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), unwanted pregnancy and unsafe abortion. OBJECTIVE: This study is intended to describe the sexual behaviour of stud... Show More
  • Assessment of Nutritional Status Among Primary School Pupils in Rural and Urban Areas of Anambra State

    Nwabueze Achunam Simeon, Ilika Amobi Linus, Azuike Emmanuel Chukwunonye, Nwabueze Nneka Chidimma, Obi Kamtoochukwu Mmaduneme, Onebunne Michael Emeka, Enwonwu Kenechukwu Grace, Aniagboso Clifford Chidiebere, Ezenyeaku ChijiokeAmara, Ajator Chioma Chetachukwu, Azuike Ebele Dabeluchukwu

    Issue: Volume 3, Issue 2, March 2015
    Pages: 34-38
    Received: Jan. 31, 2015
    Accepted: Feb. 15, 2015
    Published: Mar. 02, 2015
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    Abstract: Background: Malnutrition is a common problem in Sub-Saharan Nigeria. The untoward effects of malnutrition on children cannot be overemphasized. There is need for studies to understand the dynamics of malnutrition in order to intervene appropriately. Nutritional assessment in the community is essential for accurate planning and implementation of int... Show More