1. MICROBIAL FOOD SPOILAGE DISORDERS (DISEASES) AND ITS CONTROL
ABSTRACT
Foods and microorganisms have long and interesting associations which developed long before the beginning of recorded history. Foods are not only nutritious to consumers, but are also excellent sources of nutrients for microbial growth. Depending on the microor...
2. ANTIBIOGRAM OF UROPATHOGENIC BACTERIA ISOLATED FROM PATIENTS IN SOME HOSPITALS IN NIGERIA
ABSTRACT
Urinary tract infection (UTI) is a common infection of human being and if untreated could lead to serious complications. This study was conducted to investigate the antibiotic susceptibility pattern of uropathogens from patients in two hospitals in Birnin kudu, Jigawa State, Ni...
3. ANTIBIOTICS SUSCEPTIBILITY AND MOLECULAR CHARACTERIZATION OF CLINICAL ISOLATES OF E. coli FROM UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL IN NIGERIA
ABSTRACT
Antimicrobial drug resistance is a global challenge with the emergence of resistant bacterial strains worldwide. This study was conducted to determine the incidence of E. coli in ABUTH Shika, Zaria (from March 2011 to February 2012), their antibiotics susceptibility pattern, mo...
4. ANTIMALARIAL SUSCEPTIBILITY AND DRUG RESISTANCE CHARACTERIZATION STUDIES OF PLASMODIUM SPECIES ISOLATES FROM PATIENTS IN NIGERIA
ABSTRACT
About half of Nigerian population experience at least one episode of malaria per year, resulting in high morbidity and mortality and loss of economic value. Retrospective study of the profile of malarial patients and the antimalarial drugs prescribed at Umaru Musa Yaradua memor...
5. BIOFILM FORMATION AND ANTIMICROBIAL RESISTANCE IN ISOLATES OF PSEUDOMONAS AERUGINOSA FROM BENUE STATE UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL MAKURDI, NIGERIA
ABSTRACT
Pseudomonas aeruginosa is one of the biofilm-forming bacteria implicated in infections such as, urinary tract infections, medical device infections, middle ear infections, cystic fibrosis, wounds etc. that pose serious threat to patients, resulting in prolong hospital stay, mor...
6. ANTIMICROBIAL SUSCEPTIBILITY AND MOLECULAR CHARACTERIZATION OF STAPHYLOCOCCUS AUREUS FROM MASTITIC COWS
ABSTRACT
This study investigated the antimicrobial susceptibility and molecular characterization of Staphylococcus aureus in mastitic cows in southern part of Kano State of Nigeria. A total of two hundred and thirty four (234) milk and swab samples were collected from six (6) local gove...
7. BIOFILM PRODUCTION AND ANTIBIOTIC SUSCEPTIBILITY OF UROPATHOGENS ISOLATED FROM UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL IN NIGERIA
ABSTRACT
Biofilm Production on surfaces (animate and inanimate object) by microorganisms has become a major concern now in medical settings since it poses threat of induction and spread of resistance among pathogens. Uropathogens as associated with catheterization, ureter and bladder su...
8. MOLECULAR EPIDEMIOLOGY OF LIVESTOCK-ASSOCIATED METHICILLIN RESISTANT STAPHYLOCOCCUS AUREUS (LA-MRSA) FROM POULTRY IN EBONYI STATE, NIGERIA
ABSTRACT
Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is now a leading cause of staphylococcal infections in humans and animals. In this study, cloacae and nostrils of 1800 poultry birds selected at random in 9 farms spread across Ebonyi State and 19 poultry farm workers from thes...
9. MOLECULAR CHARACTERIZATION OF MULTIDRUG RESISTANT BACTERIAL UROPATHOGENS FROM PREGNANT WOMEN IN IBADAN METROPOLIS, SOUTH-WEST NIGERIA
ABSTRACT
Urinary tract infection (UTI) is one of the commonest infectious diseases of women worldwide, and pregnant women are more predisposed. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of bacterial infecting agents in UTI during pregnancy, to establish their antimicrobial susceptibi...
10. MOLECULAR EPIDEMIOLOGY OF METHICILLIN RESISTANT STAPHYLOCOCCUS AUREUS (MRSA) IN UNIVERSITY OF JOS COMMUNITY
ABSTRACT
Staphylococcus aureus is a virulent pathogen that is currently not only the most common cause of infections in hospitalized patients worldwide but increasingly also as a community associated pathogen. This study was aimed at determining the prevalence of methicillin resistant S...
11. INCIDENCE OF MULTIDRUG RESISTANT STAPHYLOCOCCUS AUREUS AND ENTEROBACTERIACEAE FROM GROUNDNUT CAKES (KULI-KULI) AND ROASTED GROUNDNUTS OBTAINED FROM ZARIA METROPOLIS
ABSTRACT
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is a bacterium responsible for several difficult-to-treat infections in humans. Previous studies reported the identification of MRSA in food demonstrating that food can represent a source of Staphylococcus aureus which may carr...
12. ISOLATION AND MOLECULAR CHARACTERIZATION OF METHICILLIN RESISTANT STAPHYLOCOCCUS AUREUS FROM POULTRY AND POULTRY FARM WORKERS IN NIGERIA
ABSTRACT
The increasing rate of drug resistance associated with methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus is not only a problem in the clinical sector but also in livestock disease treatment and management. Methicillin resistant Staph. aureus is now a leading cause of staphylococcal i...
13. PREVALENCE AND RESISTANCE OF SALMONELLA TYPHII IN PRIMARY HEALTH CARE CENTERS, A CASE STUDY IN TIRWUN AND GIDA DUBU PHC
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background of the study
Salmonella typhi, the causative agent of typhoid fever, remai...
14. An Evaluation of Nurses' Role in Preventing Hospital-Acquired Infections in Federal Medical Centre, Katsina State
Background of the Study
Hospital-acquired infections (HAIs), also known as nosocomial infections, are a significant public health concern worldwide, contributing to increased morbidity, prolonged hospital stays, higher healthcare costs, and mortality ra...
15. The Effect of Childhood Tuberculosis Management on Treatment Compliance in Sokoto State
Background of the Study
Tuberculosis (TB) is a major infectious disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis, and it remains a significant public health issue globally, particularly in low-income countries. Children are particul...
16. An Examination of Nurses' Knowledge and Management of Tuberculosis in High-Risk Populations at University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital
Background of the Study
Tuberculosis (TB) remains one of the leading infectious diseases in many parts of the world, especially in developing countries. In Nigeria, TB is a significant health burden, particularly among high-risk populations, including individuals living wi...
17. An Appraisal of Nurses' Awareness and Response to Emerging Antimicrobial-Resistant Infections at Adamawa State Specialist Hospital
Background of the Study
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a global public health challenge that threatens to undo decades of progress in the treatment of infectious diseases. In Nigeria, AMR is particularly concerning, with reports indicating an increasing incidence of inf...
18. The Effect of Nurses’ Hand Hygiene Compliance on Nosocomial Infection Rates at Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital, Zaria
Background of the Study
Nosocomial infections, also known as healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), remain a major challenge in healthcare settings, leading to increased morbidity, mortality, and healthcare costs. Hand hygiene is widely recognized as the most effective measure for pre...
19. The Impact of Nurse-Led Health Education on Tuberculosis Treatment Adherence at State Specialist Hospital, Maiduguri
Background of the Study
Tuberculosis (TB) remains a major public health challenge, with Nigeria ranking among the countries with the highest TB burden globally (World Health Organization [WHO], 2024). Effective TB management requires strict adherence to...
20. An Assessment of Emergency Nurses’ Adherence to Infection Control Protocols in Trauma Centers in Jigawa State
Background of the Study
Infection control is a critical component of healthcare delivery, particularly in trauma centers where patients are highly vulnerable to hospital-acquired infections (HAIs). Emergency nurses play a vital role in ensuring strict adherence to infection control prot...
21. Evaluation of Bioinformatics Approaches for Studying Antimicrobial Resistance: A Case Study of Sokoto State University, Sokoto State
Background of the Study
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) represents a significant global health threat, characterized by the complex genetic mechanisms that enable microorganisms to evade conventional treatments. Bioinformatics has emerged as a critical tool in understandin...
22. An appraisal of the effectiveness of community-based tuberculosis screening in Taraba State
Background of the Study
Tuberculosis (TB) remains a significant public health challenge in many parts of Nigeria, including Taraba State, where community-based screening initiatives have been implemented to enhance early detection and treatment. Community...
23. Investigation into the Role of Bioinformatics in Drug Repurposing for Infectious Diseases: A Case Study of Federal University, Gusau, Zamfara State
Background of the Study
Drug repurposing, or the process of identifying new uses for existing drugs, has gained significant attention as a promising approach to addressing the growing challenges posed by infectious diseases. This strategy offers the potential to acceler...
24. Enhancing Computational Biology-Based Drug Repurposing Approaches for Tuberculosis Treatment: A Case Study of Federal University, Lokoja, Kogi State
Background of the Study
Tuberculosis (TB) remains one of the most prevalent and deadly infectious diseases worldwide, with Nigeria ranking among the top 30 high-burden countries. Traditional treatments for TB have faced numerous challenges, including the development of dru...
