April-June - Volume 11, Number 2 (2023)
HEALTH EDUCATION IMPACT: COMMUNITY KNOWLEDGE OF NON-COMMUNICABLE DISEASES IN AFIGYA-KWABRE SOUTH DISTRICT, ASHANTI REGION
Mensah Acheampong Kwasi
Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) pose a significant global health challenge, contributing to a substantial portion of annual deaths. This study addresses a critical gap in the literature by examining the knowledge levels of NCDs within the Afigya-Kwabre South District in the Ashanti region of Ghana. Understanding community knowledge of NCDs is vital for developing effective public health interventions to prevent these diseases and reduce their impact on lifestyle. The study will provide valuable insights into the current state of awareness and perception of NCDs in a rural setting, shedding light on areas where educational initiatives can be improved.
ASSESSING ACUTE KIDNEY INJURY IN SURGICAL CARE: PREVALENCE AND CONSEQUENCES IN CARDIAC AND VASCULAR SURGERIES AT A NIGERIAN HIGH DEPENDENCY CENTER
Funmilayo Abimbola Ogunleye, Adeyemi Oluwaseyi Ogundele Ogundele
Acute kidney injury (AKI) is a common complication in surgical procedures, particularly heart and vascular surgeries, leading to increased healthcare costs, prolonged hospital stays, and adverse outcomes. Various criteria and definitions have been used to diagnose AKI, with the Kidney Disease: Improving Global Outcome (KDIGO) criteria being the most widely accepted. Cardiac surgery-associated AKI (CSA-AKI) has a reported prevalence of approximately 30%, while the prevalence of AKI requiring dialysis (AKI-D) is around 6%. Accurate and timely diagnosis of CSA-AKI is crucial for early intervention and improved patient outcomes.
CAFFEINE'S COLLEGE SURGE: INVESTIGATING ITS ROLE IN COPING STRATEGIES AMONG UNDERGRADUATES DURING THE COVID-19 ERA
Sarah Elizabeth Garcia
Caffeinated beverages have long been a staple for college students, raising concerns about caffeine overuse. A recent survey conducted across five U.S. universities revealed a staggering 92% of students reporting caffeine consumption in the past year. This trend is on the rise, largely attributed to a lack of education regarding overconsumption. Notably, the primary source of caffeine among college students, regardless of gender, was found to be coffee. The study, "Intake of caffeine from all sources and reasons for use by college students," conducted by Mahoney and colleagues, not only identified coffee as the preferred choice but also provided insights...