Scientific Scholar (DN), Author at International Journal of Maternal and Child Health and AIDS

Volume 14 | Issue 1 | Continuous 2025

SHORT RESEARCH COMMUNICATION

Racism, Psycho-Social Stress, and Health-related Quality of Life

Hamisu M. Salihu, Abraham A. Salinas-Miranda, Lindsey M. King, Deepa Dongarwar, Korede K. Yusuf, Sahra Ibrahimi, Chioma A. Ikedionwu, Estrellita Lo Berry

Int J MCH AIDS 9:1; 73-76

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International Journal of Maternal and Child Health and AIDS

ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Effectiveness Comparison of Mothers’ In-person Versus Written Nutritional Education Intervention on Infant Growth in Iran

Nemati Ali, Tazakori Zahra, Maryam Namadi Vosogh, Nazila Vosoghi, Maryam Zare, Afroz Mardi, Adham Davoud, Hamidzadeh Arbabi Yousef, Kazemzadeh Rafat

Int J MCH AIDS 3:1; 74-80

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.40

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Pregnancy Outcomes in HIV-Infected Women: Experience from a Tertiary Care Center in India

Vatsla Dadhwal, Aparna Sharma, Kavita Khoiwal, Dipika Deka, Plaboni Sarkar, P. Vanamail

Int J MCH AIDS 6:1; 75-81

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.196

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COMMENTARY

Addressing Supply Chain Management Issues in Cost-effective Maternal and Pediatric Global Surgery: A Call to Action

Sergio M. Navarro, Andile Sibiya, Maziar M. Nourian, Kelsey A. Stewart, Taylor D. Ottesen, Raymond R. Price

Int J MCH AIDS 9:1; 77-80

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.295

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Knowledge, Perception and Management of Pre-eclampsia among Health Care Providers in a Maternity Hospital

Titilayo Olaoye, Oyewole O. Oyerinde, Oluwatoyin J. Elebuji, Oluwapelumi Ologun

Int J MCH AIDS 8:2; 80-88

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EDITORIAL

Overcoming Challenges in Conducting Clinical Trials in Minority Populations: Identifying and Testing What Works

Romuladus E. Azuine, Sussan E. Ekejiuba

Int J MCH AIDS 3:1; 81-84

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.41

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE | MALARIA & HIV

Malaria, Helminth Infections and Clinical Status Among HIV-Infected Pregnant Women

Olawunmi R. Rabiu, Hannah Dada-Adegbola, Catherine O. Falade, Olatunbosun G. Arinola, Alexander B. Odaibo, Olusegun G. Ademowo

Int J MCH AIDS 10:1; 81-87

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.352

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Adherence to Combination Antiretroviral Therapy among Pregnant Women Enrolled in a HIV Prevention Program in Rural North-central Nigeria

Cedrina L. Calder, Heather O’Hara, Mohammad Tabatabai, Celia J. Maxwell, Salisha Marryshow, Aima A. Ahonkhai, Carolyn M. Audet, C. William Wester, Muktar H. Aliyu

Int J MCH AIDS 9:1; 81-92

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Factors Influencing the Choice of Child Delivery Location among Women Attending Antenatal Care Services and Immunization Clinic in Southeastern Nigeria

Johnbull Egharevba, Jennifer Pharr, Brian van Wyk, Echezona Ezeanolue

Int J MCH AIDS 6:1; 82-92

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.213

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Social, Cultural, and Environmental Challenges Faced by Children on Antiretroviral Therapy in Zimbabwe: a Mixed-Method Study

Margaret Macherera, Lindani Moyo, Mkhanyiseli Ncube, Angella Gumbi

Int J MCH AIDS 1:1; 83-91

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.7

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METHODOLOGY ARTICLE

Socio-ecological Model as a Framework for Overcoming Barriers and Challenges in Randomized Control Trials in Minority and Underserved Communities

Hamisu M. Salihu, Ronee E. Wilson, Lindsey M. King, Phillip J. Marty, Valerie E. Whiteman

Int J MCH AIDS 3:1; 85-95

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.42

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COMMENTARY

Improving Health, Social Welfare, and Human Development Through Women’s Empowerment in Developing Countries: The 2016 Girl Up Leadership Summit, Washington, DC, USA

Janel Mendoza

Int J MCH AIDS 5:2; 87-91

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE | COVID-19 DISEASE

COVID 19: Evaluating the Knowledge, Attitude and Preventive Practices of Healthcare Workers in Northern Nigeria

Fatimah Isma’il Tsiga-Ahmed, Taiwo Gboluwaga Amole, Baba Maiyaki Musa, Aishatu Muhammad Nalado, Omeiza Baba Agoyi, Hadiza Shehu Galadanci, Hamisu M. Salihu

Int J MCH AIDS 10:1; 88-97

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Opioid Epidemic in the United States: Empirical Trends, and A Literature Review of Social Determinants and Epidemiological, Pain Management, and Treatment Patterns

Gopal K. Singh, Isaac E. Kim, Mehrete Girmay, Chrisp Perry, Gem P. Daus, Ivy P. Vedamuthu, Andrew A. De Los Reyes, Christine T. Ramey, Elijah K. Martin, Michelle Allender

Int J MCH AIDS 8:2; 89-100

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.284

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REVIEW ARTICLE

Biochemical Manifestation of HIV Lipodystrophy Syndrome

Kenneth Ihenetu, Darius Mason

Int J MCH AIDS 1:1; 92-101

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.6

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Prevalence and Determinants of Contraceptive use among Employed and Unemployed Women in Bangladesh

Ahmed Zohirul Islam, Md. Nazrul Islam Mondal, Mt. Laily Khatun, Md. Mosiur Rahman, Md. Rafiqul Islam, Md. Golam Mostofa, Md. Nazrul Hoque

Int J MCH AIDS 5:2; 92-102

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Characteristics of Early Newborn Care: A Descriptive Analysis of Recent Births in Nigeria

Comfort Z. Olorunsaiye, A-Mac Harris, Korede K. Yusuf

Int J MCH AIDS 9:1; 93-102

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.324

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Newborn Survival Case Study in Rwanda – Bottleneck Analysis and Projections in Key Maternal and Child Mortality Rates Using Lives Saved Tool (LiST)

Manpreet Singh Khurmi, Felix Sayinzoga, Atakilt Berhe, Tatien Bucyana, Assumpta Kayinamura Mwali, Emmanuel Manzi, Maharajan Muthu

Int J MCH AIDS 6:2; 93-108

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.214

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE | CONTINUUM OF CARE

Utilization, Predictors and Gaps in the Continuum of Care for Maternal and Newborn Health in Ghana

Juliana Y. Enos, Richard D. Amoako, Innocent K. Doku

Int J MCH AIDS 10:1; 98-108

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.425

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

HIV Non-Occupational Post Exposure Prophylaxis in Nigeria: A Systematic Review of Research Evidence and Practice

Sorochi H. Iloanusi, Osaro O. Mgbere, Susan. M. Abughosh, Ekere J. Essien

Int J MCH AIDS 8:2; 101-119

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.287

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Reproductive Tract Infections and Treatment Seeking Behavior among Married Adolescent Women 15-19 Years in India

Ranjan Kumar Prusty, Sayeed Unisa

Int J MCH AIDS 2:1; 103-110

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.15

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SYSTEMATIC REVIEW

Trends in Ultrasound Use in Low and Middle Income Countries: A Systematic Review

Kelsey A. Stewart, Sergio M. Navarro, Sriharsha Kambala, Gail Tan, Revanth Poondla, Sara Lederman, Kelli Barbour, Chris Lavy

Int J MCH AIDS 9:1; 103-120

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Comparative Study of the Prevalence of Type-2 Diabetes Mellitus in Various Demographic Regions of Andhra Pradesh, India: a Population based Study

Pangi Vijaya Nirmala, Mani Gudivada, ChikkamVijaya Lashmi

Int J MCH AIDS 5:2; 103-111

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Widening Socioeconomic and Racial Disparities in Cardiovascular Disease Mortality in the United States, 1969-2013

Gopal K. Singh, Mohammad Siahpush, Romuladus E. Azuine, Shanita D. Williams

Int J MCH AIDS 3:2; 106-118

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.44

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SHORT RESEARCH COMMUNICATION | COVID-19

A Framework for Protecting Pregnant Women in the Era of COVID-19 Pandemic

Deepa Dongarwar, Veronica B. Ajewole, Kiydra Harris, Emmanuella Oduguwa, Theresa U. Ofili, Collins Onyenaka, Sade Arnold, Jorhn Broussard, Joan Ishioye, Jasmine Marshal, Jamila Mayoya, Danchau Le, Mouch Fadel, Omonike A. Olaleye, Hamisu M. Salihu

Int J MCH AIDS 10:1; 109-112

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Determinants of Voluntary HIV/AIDS Counseling and Testing among Community College Students in the United States

George Chidi Anwuri, Michael S. Dunn, Frederick Schulze

Int J MCH AIDS 6:2; 109-120

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.212

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Contraceptive Characteristics of Women Living with HIV in the Kumasi Metropolis, Ghana

Akosua A. Gyimah, Emmanuel K. Nakua, Ellis Owusu-Dabo, Easmon Otupiri

Int J MCH AIDS 2:1; 111-120

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.16

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Diagnosis, Treatment and Outcome of Gestational Trophoblastic Neoplasia in a Low Resource Income Country

Mamour Gueye, Mame D. Ndiaye-Gueye, Serigne M. Kane-Gueye, Omar Gassama, Moussa Diallo, Jean C. Moreau

Int J MCH AIDS 5:2; 112-118

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COMMENTARY | COVID-19 AND HIV/AIDS

COVID-19 Infection among People with HIV/AIDS in Africa: Knowledge Gaps, Public Health Preparedness and Research Priorities

Ekere James Essien, Osaro Mgbere, Sorochi Iloanusi, Susan M. Abughosh

Int J MCH AIDS 10:1; 113-118

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Increasing Area Deprivation and Socioeconomic Inequalities in Heart Disease, Stroke, and Cardiovascular Disease Mortality Among Working Age Populations, United States, 1969-2011

Gopal K. Singh, Mohammad Siahpush, Romuladus E. Azuine, Shanita D. Williams

Int J MCH AIDS 3:2; 119-133

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.45

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PUBLIC HEALTH PRACTICE | OPT-OUT APPROACH IN HIV TESTING

Use of Trained Non-Medical Staff to Improve Access to HIV Testing Services in Africa: Implementation of the World Health Organization Opt-out Approach in Cameroon

Charles Kouanfack, Skinner Nguefack Lekelem, Fala Bede, Claude Ngwayu Nkfusai, Yvette Micha Nouafo, Christian Tchokonte, Nicaise Tsomo Zephirin, Pierre Joseph Fouda

Int J MCH AIDS 10:1; 119-127

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REVIEW ARTICLE

China-Africa Health Development Initiatives: Benefits and Implications for Shaping Innovative and Evidence-informed National Health Policies and Programs in Sub-saharan African Countries

Ernest Tambo, Chidiebere E. Ugwu, Yayi Guan, Ding Wei, Xiao-Ning, Zhou Xiao-Nong

Int J MCH AIDS 5:2; 119-133

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Reproductive Plans And Utilization of Contraceptives Among Women Living With HIV

Khadija Kofoworola Adeleye, Margaret Omowaleola Akinwaare, Prisca Olabisi Adejumo

Int J MCH AIDS 8:2; 120-130

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Evaluating Birth Preparedness and Pregnancy Complications Readiness Knowledge and Skills of Accredited Social Health Activists in India

Smitha Kochukuttan, TK Sundari Ravindran, Suneeta Krishnan

Int J MCH AIDS 2:1; 121-128

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.17

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COMMENTARY

Artificial Intelligence in Global Health —A Framework and Strategy for Adoption and Sustainability

Trevor D. Hadley, Rowland W. Pettit, Tahir Malik, Amelia A. Khoei, Hamisu M. Salihu

Int J MCH AIDS 9:1; 121-127

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COMMENTARY

Emigration of skilled healthcare workers from developing countries: can team-based healthcare practice fill the gaps in maternal, newborn and child healthcare delivery?

Yaw Owusu, Prerana Medakkar, Elizabeth M. Akinnawo, Althea Stewart-Pyne, Eta E. Ashu

Int J MCH AIDS 6:2; 121-129

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PUBLIC HEALTH PRACTICE | CHILD DEVELOPMENT

Child Development Monitoring in Well-baby Clinics in Kenya

Eren Oyungu, Anna Roose, Ananda R. Ombitsa, Rachel C. Vreeman, Megan S. McHenry

Int J MCH AIDS 10:1; 128-133

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.473

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Cesarean Section and Maternal-fetal Mortality Rates in Nigeria: An Ecological Lens into the Last Decade

Hadiza Galadanci, Deepa Dongarwar, Wolfgang Künzel, Oladapo Shittu, Murtala Yusuf, Sadiq Abdurrahman, Dolapo Lufadeju, Hamisu M. Salihu

Int J MCH AIDS 9:1; 128-135

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Does Pre-Survey Training Impact Knowledge of Survey Administrators and Survey Outcomes in Developing Countries? Evaluation Findings of a Training of Trainers Workshop for National AIDS and Reproductive Health Survey-Plus in Nigeria

Kolawole Solomon Oyedeji, Adeniyi Francis Fagbamigbe, Johnbull Sonny Ogboi, Adebobola Toluwalashe Bashorun, Kawu Bolakale Issa, Perpetua Amida, Adeniyi Ogundiran, Ezire Onoriode

Int J MCH AIDS 2:1; 129-138

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SYSTEMATIC REVIEW

Progresses and challenges of utilizing traditional birth attendants in maternal and child health in Nigeria

Ndidiamaka Amutah-Onukagha, Monica Rodriguez, Ijeoma Opara, Michelle Gardner, Maame Araba Assan, Rodney Hammond, Jesus Plata, Kimberly Pierre, Ehsan Farag

Int J MCH AIDS 6:2; 130-138

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.216

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Impact of Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy on Chronic Hepatitis B Serological Markers among Senegalese HIV Co-infected Children

Abou Ba, Fatou K Ndiaye, Yaay J Djeng, Cecile Cames, Aminata Diack, Ousmane N’diaye

Int J MCH AIDS 8:2; 131-137

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.321

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Widening Geographical Disparities in Cardiovascular Disease Mortality in the United States, 1969-2011

Gopal K. Singh, Romuladus E. Azuine, Mohammad Siahpush, Shanita D. Williams

Int J MCH AIDS 3:2; 134-149

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.46

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COMMENTARY | COVID-19 VACCINE

Acceptability of COVID-19 Vaccine in Africa

Frankline Sevidzem Wirsiy, Claude Ngwayu Nkfusai, Denis Ebot Ako-Arrey, Esther Kenfack Dongmo, Florence Titu Manjong, Samuel Nambile Cumber

Int J MCH AIDS 10:1; 134-138

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.482

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Factors that Influence Teenage Antenatal Care Utilization in John Taolo Gaetsewe (JTG) District of Northern Cape Province, South Africa: Underscoring the Need for Tackling Social Determinants of Health

Eshetu Bekele Worku, Selamawit Alemu Woldesenbet

Int J MCH AIDS 5:2; 134-145

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

House Ball Community Leaders’ Perceptions of HIV and HIV Vaccine Research

Amina P. Alio, Candace Sibley, Halimah S. Ouedraogo, Stephaun E. Wallace, Steven Wakefield, Damon L. Humes, Sheldon D. Fields, Michael C. Keefer

Int J MCH AIDS 9:1; 136-145

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Non-Occupational HIV Post-exposure Prophylaxis: A 10-Year Retrospective Review of Data Following Sexual Exposure From Yaounde Central Hospital, Cameroon

Charles Kouanfack, Hermine Meli, Samuel N. Cumber, Fala Bede, Claude N. Nkfusai, Patience Y. Ijang, Emerson Wepngong, Olga Yvonne M. Bassong, Benjamin-Alexandre Nkoum

Int J MCH AIDS 8:2; 138-145

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Has the Rate of Reduction in Infant Mortality Increased in India Since the Launch of National Rural Health Mission? Analysis of Time Trends 2000-2009 with Projection to 2015

Rajesh Narwal, Lu Gram

Int J MCH AIDS 2:1; 139-152

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.19

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PUBLIC HEALTH PRACTICE | PREGNANCY WHEEL

Reinventing the Pregnancy Wheel to Improve Pregnancy Dating and Antenatal Care Visits: A Pilot Randomized Trial in Malawi

Mary Stokes, Amber Olson, Mtisunge Chan’gombe, Bakari Rajab, Isabel Janmey, Carolyn Mwalwanda, Judy Levison, Rachel Pope

Int J MCH AIDS 10:1; 139-145

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Social Determinants of Health in the United States: Addressing Major Health Inequality Trends for the Nation, 1935-2016

Gopal K. Singh, Gem P. Daus, Michelle Allender, Christine T. Ramey, Elijah K. Martin, Chrisp Perry, Andrew A. De Los Reyes, Ivy P. Vedamuthu

Int J MCH AIDS 6:2; 139-164

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.236

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PUBLIC HEALTH PRACTICE | CHILD HEALTH

Clinical Characteristics of Children with HIV Initiated on Antiretroviral Treatment at HIV Clinics in Bloemfontein, South Africa

Andrew Walubo, Refuoe Baleni, Hillary Mukudu, Henry Kambafwile, Mukesh Dheda, Thanduxolo Thengwa, Tshepang Jiane

Int J MCH AIDS 10:1; 146-155

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.471

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SHORT RESEARCH COMMUNICATION

Trends in Stillbirths and Stillbirth Phenotypes in the United States: An Analysis of 131.5 Million Births

Deepa Dongarwar, Anjali Aggarwal, Kenneth Barning, Hamisu Mohammed Salihu

Int J MCH AIDS 9:1; 146-148

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.344

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Mitigating Gender and Maternal and Child Health Injustices through Faith Community-Led Initiatives

Ikenna J. Nwakamma, Amber Erinmwinhe, Arinzechukwu Ajogwu, Aniekan Udoh, Anne Ada-Ogoh

Int J MCH AIDS 8:2; 146-155

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Prevalence of Intestinal Parasitic Infections and their Association with Nutritional Status of Rural and Urban Pre-School Children in Benue State, Nigeria

Kpurkpur Tyoalumun, Sani Abubakar, Nongu Christopher

Int J MCH AIDS 5:2; 146-152

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SHORT RESEARCH COMMUNICATION

Risk of Stillbirth after Infertility Treatment in the United States: 2014-2017

Deepa Dongarwar, Hamisu Mohammed Salihu

Int J MCH AIDS 9:1; 149-152

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

PEPFAR Funding and Reduction in HIV Infection Rates in 12 Focus Sub-Saharan African Countries: A Quantitative Analysis

Roger J. Chin, Domrongphol Sangmanee, Lisa Piergallini

Int J MCH AIDS 3:2; 150-158

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.47

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Individual and Community Perspectives, Attitudes, and Practices to Mother-to-Child-Transmission and Infant Feeding among HIV-Positive Mothers in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Systematic Literature Review.

Alexander Suuk Laar, Veioshnee Govender

Int J MCH AIDS 2:1; 152-162

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.20

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SHORT RESEARCH COMMUNICATION

Stillbirths among Advanced Maternal Age Women in the United States: 2003-2017

Deepa Dongarwar, Anjali Aggarwal, Kenneth Barning, Hamisu Mohammed Salihu

Int J MCH AIDS 9:1; 153-156

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.346

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

A Comparison of Placental Alpha Microglobuliun-1 Rapid Immunoassay and Standard Clinical Method For Diagnosis of Premature Rupture of Membranes

Idowu O Adebara, Damilola Ifarinola, Olumide Adewara, Adebayo Adeniyi, Ayobami O. Oni, Gabriel Alayode, Olusegun Busari, Kolawole Fasakin

Int J MCH AIDS 8:2; 156-162

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.325

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE | CHILD HEALTH

Predictors of Intrapartum Stillbirths among Women Delivering at Mulago Hospital, Kampala, Uganda

Paul Kiondo, Annettee Nakimuli, Samuel Ononge, Julius N. Wandabwa, Milton W. Musaba

Int J MCH AIDS 9:2; 156-165

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.409

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SHORT RESEARCH COMMUNICATION

Oral Health Problems among Children with Neurodevelopmental Disorders in the United States

Zenab I. Yusuf, Deepa Dongarwar, Rafeek A. Yusuf, Hamisu M. Salihu

Int J MCH AIDS 9:1; 157-160

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.342

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Disparities in Healthcare Access and Utilization among Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder from Immigrant Non-English Primary Language Households in the United States

Sue C. Lin, Stella M. Yu

Int J MCH AIDS 3:2; 159-167

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.48

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Paternal Involvement and Adverse Birth Outcomes in South Gujarat, India

Nupur B. Godbole, Megan S. Moberg, Parth Patel, Jayesh Kosambiya, Hamisu M. Salihu, Elba Adriana Campos, Lynette Menezes, Ragini Verma, Ronee Wilson

Int J MCH AIDS 9:1; 161-166

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.348

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Costs and Patterns of Financing Maternal Health Care Services in Rural Communities in Northern Nigeria: Evidence for Designing National Fee Exemption Policy

Nnennaya N. Kalu-Umeh, Mohammed N. Sambo, Suleiman H. Idris, Abubakar M. Kurfi

Int J MCH AIDS 2:1; 163-172

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.21

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Epidemiology of Opportunistic Infections in HIV Infected Patients on Treatment in Accredited HIV Treatment Centers in Cameroon

Ornella Sybile D. Kouanfack, Charles Kouanfack, Serges Clotaire Billong, Samuel N. Cumber, Claude N. Nkfusai, Fala Bede, Emerson Wepngong, Chombong Hubert, Georges Nguefack-Tsague, Madeleine N. Singwe

Int J MCH AIDS 8:2; 163-172

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.302

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Determinants of Infant Mortality in Southeast Nigeria: Results from the Healthy Beginning Initiative, 2013-2014

Samantha A. Slinkard, Jennifer R. Pharr, Tamara Bruno, Dina Patel, Amaka Ogidi, Michael Obiefune, Echezona E. Ezeanolue

Int J MCH AIDS 7:1; 165-172

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.229

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE | LEISHMANIASIS

Trends and Risk Factors for Leishmaniasis among Reproductive Aged Women in the United States

Chioma A. Ikedionwu, Deepa Dongarwar, Courtney Williams, Evelyn Odeh, Maylis Peguy Nkeng Peh, Hilliary Hooker, Stacey Wiseman, Tramauni Brock, Erinn Payne-Green, Chidinma Chukwudum, Grace Loudd, Andrea Shelton, Jonnae O. Atkinson, Kiara K. Spooner, Jason L. Salemi, Hamisu M. Salihu, Omonike A. Olaleye

Int J MCH AIDS 9:2; 166-173

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.478

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE | HIV/AIDS

A Four-Year Hospital-Based Retrospective Study of the Predictors of Tuberculosis in People Living with HIV and Receiving Care at Bamenda Regional Hospital, Cameroon

Cho Sabastine Anye, Claude Ngwayu Nkfusai, Brenda Mbouamba Yankam, Frankline Sevidzem Wirsiy, Joyce Mahlako Tsoka-Gwegweni, Samuel Nambile Cumber

Int J MCH AIDS 9:2; 167-172

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.299

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

PCR Results and PMTCT Treatment Outcomes among HIV-Exposed Infants in a Tertiary Hospital in Nigeria, 2010-2014

Isaac Oludare Oluwayemi, Simeon Oladele Olatunya, Ezra Olatunde Ogundare

Int J MCH AIDS 3:2; 168-173

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.49

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PROTOCOL | PREGNANCY

Protocol for a Longitudinal Analysis of the Vaginal Microbiome from a Pregnant Cohort of African Women in Nigeria

Nkechi Martina Odogwu, Chinedum A. C. Onebunne, Oladapo O. Olayemi, Akinyinka O. Omigbodun

Int J MCH AIDS 9:2; 173-181

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.330

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Nutritional Assessment and Maternal Perception of Toddler Body Size using Toddler Silhouette Scale in Nigeria a Developing Country

Oluwafunmilayo Funke Adeniyi, Ekanem Ekure, Foluke A. Olatona, Elizabeth O. Ajayi, Nwaoma Nworgu

Int J MCH AIDS 7:1; 173-180

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.217

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE | COVID-19 IN PREGNANCY

Clinical Features and Outcomes of COVID-19 Infection among Pregnant Women in South Africa

Jayati Kusari Basu, Lawrence Chauke, Cert Maternal, Fetal Medicine, Terrance Magoro

Int J MCH AIDS 10:2; 174-182

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.479

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Social Determinants of Depression: Social Cohesion, Negative Life Events, and Depression Among People Living with HIV/Aids in Nigeria, West Africa

Rasaki O. Shittu, Baba A. Issa, Ganiyu T. Olanrewaju, Abdulraheem O. Mahmoud, Louis O. Odeigah, Abdullateef G. Sule

Int J MCH AIDS 2:2; 174-181

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.22

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Acceptance of Cervical Cancer Screening and its Correlates Among Women of a Peri-Urban High-Density Residential Area in Ndola, Zambia

Chiluba Kabalika, David Mulenga, Mazyanga Lucy Mazaba, Seter Siziya

Int J MCH AIDS 7:1; 181-191

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.223

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SHORT RESEARCH COMMUNICATION | COVID-19

Global Ranking of COVID-19-Related Mortality by Country using a Novel Pandemic Efficiency Index (PEI)

Hamisu M. Salihu, Deepa Dongarwar, Muktar H. Aliyu, Romuladus E. Azuine

Int J MCH AIDS 9:2; 182-185

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.378

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Overview of Maternal, Neonatal and Child Deaths in South Africa: Challenges, Opportunities, Progress and Future Prospects

Musawenkosi H L Mabaso, Thoko Ndaba, Zilungile L Mkhize-Kwitshana

Int J MCH AIDS 2:2; 182-189

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.23

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE | PREGNANCY

Pregnancy and Birth Outcomes Among Women on Antiretroviral Therapy: A Long-term Retrospective Analysis of Data from a Major Tertiary Hospital in North Central Nigeria

Maxwell P. Dapar, Benjamin N. Joseph, Rotkangmwa C. Okunlola, Josiah Mutihir, Moses P. Chingle, Mathilda E. Banwat

Int J MCH AIDS 9:2; 183-190

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.511

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SHORT RESEARCH COMMUNICATION | HEALTHCARE PROVIDER TRAINING

Assessing Training Interests of Latin American and Caribbean Immigrant-serving HIV/AIDS, STD, and Hepatitis C Providers in New York State, United States

Jahron P Marriott, José G Pérez-Ramos, Song Hoa Choi, Gersandre Gonsalves-Domond, Beatrice Aladin, Monica Barbosu, Cheryl Smith, Timothy Dye

Int J MCH AIDS 9:2; 186-190

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.373

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Global Health Donor Presence, Variations in HIV/AIDS Prevalence, and External Resources for Health in Developing Countries in Africa and Asia

Romuladus Emeka Azuine, Gopal K. Singh, Sussan E. Ekejiuba, Eta Ashu, Magnus A. Azuine

Int J MCH AIDS 2:2; 190-199

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.24

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE | HOME DELIVERY

Determinants of Home Delivery among Women Aged 15-24 Years in Tanzania

Florence F. Kimario, Charles Festo, Josephine Shabani, Mwifadhi Mrisho

Int J MCH AIDS 9:2; 191-199

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.361

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE | OBSTETRIC FISTULA REPAIR

A Comparison of Postoperative Surgical Outcomes among Women Undergoing Obstetric Fistula Repair with and without HIV

Prakash R Ganesh, Rachel Mernoff, Renske Dikkers, William Nundwe, Rachel Pope

Int J MCH AIDS 9:2; 191-197

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.509

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SYSTEMATIC REVIEW

Integration of Neonatal and Child Health Interventions with Pediatric HIV Interventions in Global Health

Brianna L. Smith, Sara Zizzo, Anouk Amzel, Sarah Wiant, Molly C. Pezzulo, Sarah Konopka, Rachel Golin, Alexandra C. Vrazo

Int J MCH AIDS 7:1; 192-206

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.268

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE | HIV

An Analysis of Levels and Trends in HIV Prevalence Among Pregnant Women Attending Antenatal Clinics in Karnataka, South India, 2003-2019

Elangovan Arumugam, Joseph K. David, Santhakumar Aridoss, Nagaraj Jaganathasamy, Malathi Mathiyazhakan, Ganesh Balasubramanian, Manikandan Natesan, VM, Padmapriya, BK Kirubakaran, Sanjay Patel, Pradeep Kumar, Shobini Rajan

Int J MCH AIDS 9:2; 198-209

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.520

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Do Infant Birth OutcomesVary Among Mothers With and Without Health Insurance Coverage in Sub-Saharan Africa? Findings from the National Health Insurance and Cash and Carry Eras in Ghana, West Africa

Abdallah Ibrahim, Anne Marie O’Keefe

Int J MCH AIDS 2:2; 200-208

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.25

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Retention in HIV/AIDS Management Services: is it Really Poor? The Case of Yaounde Central Hospital in Cameroon

Charles Kouanfack, Fala Bede, Claude Ngwayu Nkfusai, Emerson Wepngong, Mbinkar Adeline Venyuy, Chombong Hubert, Denise Movuh Sam, Samuel Nambile Cumber

Int J MCH AIDS 9:2; 207-212

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.305

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

The CI Index (CII): A New Instrument to Evaluate and Foster Collaborative Partnership in Public Health

Hamisu M Salihu, Roneé E Wilson, Estrellita “Lo” Berry

Int J MCH AIDS 7:1; 207-216

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.265

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COMMENTARY

Forward to AIDS 2014: Now is the Time to Unite for the Global HIV/AIDS Epidemic

Gregory Pappas

Int J MCH AIDS 2:2; 209-211

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.26

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE | PEDIATRIC HIV

Associations of Sociodemographic and Clinical Factors with Late Presentation for Early Infant HIV Diagnosis (EID) Services in Kenya

Agnes Langat, Tegan L. Callahan, Isabella Yonga, Boniface Ochanda, Anthony Waruru, Lucy W. Ng’anga, Abraham Katana, Brian Onyango, Benson Singa, Stephen Oyule, George Githuka, Lennah Omoto, Jane Muli, Thorkild Tylleskar, Surbhi Modi

Int J MCH AIDS 9:2; 210-220

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.537

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Socio-economic and Demographic Determinants of Antenatal Care Services Utilization in Central Nepal

Srijana Pandey, Supendra Karki

Int J MCH AIDS 2:2; 212-219

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.27

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SHORT RESEARCH COMMUNICATION | COVID-19 PANDEMIC DISPARITIES

COVID-19 Pandemic: Marked Global Disparities in Fatalities According to Geographic Location and Universal Health Care

Deepa Dongarwar, Hamisu M. Salihu

Int J MCH AIDS 9:2; 213-216

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.389

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR | COVID-19 PANDEMIC

Estimation of the Hidden Population with COVID-19 Disease

Ali Reza Soltanian, Saeid Bashirian, Shahin Akhondzadeh Basti, Manoochehr Karami, Afshin Ostovar, Salman Khazaei

Int J MCH AIDS 9:2; 217-219

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.396

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Individual and Household Risk Factors for Severe Acute Malnutrition among Under-Five Children in the Analamanga Region, Madagascar

David Rakotonandrasana Harimbola, Kaori Mizumoto

Int J MCH AIDS 7:1; 217-225

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.248

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Nutritional Deficiencies and Food Insecurity Among HIV-infected Children in Tanzania

Chelsea E. Modlin, Helga Naburi, Kristy M. Hendricks, Goodluck Lyatuu, Josphine Kimaro, Lisa V. Adams, Paul E. Palumbo, C. Fordham von Reyn

Int J MCH AIDS 2:2; 220-228

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.28

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NOTES FROM THE FIELD | COVID-19 PANDEMIC

COVID-19 Pandemic in Nigeria: Palliative Measures and the Politics of Vulnerability

Isaac Omo-Ehiabhi Eranga

Int J MCH AIDS 9:2; 220-222

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.394

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE | HIV TESTING

Determinants of HIV Testing Uptake among Women (aged 15-49 years) in the Philippines, Myanmar, and Cambodia

Wah W. Myint, David J. Washburn, Brian Colwell, Jay E. Maddock

Int J MCH AIDS 9:2; 221-230

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.525

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE | COMPLEMENTARY FEEDING PRACTICES

Complementary Feeding Practices and Associated Factors Among Nursing Mothers in Southwestern Nigeria

Folake Olukemi Samuel, Ebunoluwa Grace Ibidapo

Int J MCH AIDS 9:2; 223-231

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.363

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Assessment of PMTCT Success Rates Based on Antiretroviral Interventions and Feeding Options: A Prospective Cohort Study

Kolawole A. Fasakin, Christopher T. Omisakin, Idowu O. Adebara, Wasiu A. Ajetunmobi, Adebayo A. Adeniyi, Ayodele J. Esan, Olufunke B. Bolaji, Oluwafemi D. Ajayi, Abayomi J. Afe

Int J MCH AIDS 7:2; 226-234

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.91

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Population and Public Health Implications of Child Health and Reproductive Outcomes Among Carrier Couples of Sickle Cell Disorders in Madhya Pradesh, Central India

Ranbir S. Balgir

Int J MCH AIDS 2:2; 229-235

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.29

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE | HIV Viral Load

Detectable HIV-RNA Viral Load Among HIV-Infected Pregnant Women on Treatment in Northern Uganda

Agnes Napyo, James K Tumwine, David Mukunya, Josephine Tumuhamye, Anna Agnes Ojok Arach, Grace Ndeezi, Paul Waako, Thorkild Tylleskär

Int J MCH AIDS 9:2; 232-241

DOI: 10.21106/ijma.374

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Maternal Mortality at the Dori Regional Hospital in Northern Burkina Faso, 2014-2016

Hyacinthe Zamané, Hyacinthe Euvrard Sow, Dantola Paul Kain, Brice Wilfried Bicaba, Sibraogo Kiemtoré, Issaka Yameogo, Blandine Bonané-Thieba, Mamadou Sawadogo

Int J MCH AIDS 7:2; 235-241

DOI: 10.21106/ijma263

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