Measles Virus (MV), despite being well controlled with vaccination, is making a resurgence due to the loss of herd immunity from a decreased rate of vaccination. There are many reasons for the decreased vaccination rate, especially in high income countries. This review will discuss the MV epidemiology, pathophysiology, immunologic response of the host and MV dodging of immune host response, risk factors for MV infection, diagnosis, differential diagnosis, complications, treatment,…

Chronic stroke patients experience persistent upper limb impairments that limit hand function resulting in reduced quality of life and overall independence in ADLs. Soft robotic hand gloves may improve hand Range Of Motion (ROM) by promoting motor learning and neuroplasticity. A descriptive-correlational pre-test and post-test study was used in this study. The participants were composed of 20 chronic stroke patients aged 55-65 years from Metro Manila - selected through a purposive sampling…

Huanglongbing (HLB), also known as citrus greening, is currently one of the most destructive diseases threatening citrus production worldwide, having been reported globally. The disease is associated with the phloem-limited, vector-transmitted bacterium Candidatus Liberibacter asiaticus, and its management is strongly dependent on early and reliable diagnosis. However, symptom development is often slow and nonspecific, frequently overlapping with nutritional disorders and abiotic stress.…

Inguinal hernia remains one of the most frequent surgical conditions in preterm infants. While early repair has traditionally been advocated to prevent incarceration, emerging evidence suggests that delayed intervention may allow for spontaneous resolution in select cases. This review synthesizes updated systematic reviews and meta-analyses, incorporating Trial Sequential Analysis (TSA), to evaluate the balance between early versus late repair. Particular attention is given to the role of…

Background: Labour induction is increasingly common, and misoprostol is widely used due to its efficacy, affordability, and stability. The optimal administration route remains debated, particularly regarding efficacy and safety.

Objective: To compare the efficacy and safety of low-dose oral versus vaginal misoprostol for labor induction and evaluate associated maternal and neonatal outcomes.

Methods: Pregnant women…

Background: Female reproductive hormones exert systemic effects extending beyond reproductive physiology to influence hematopoiesis, immune regulation, endothelial integrity, and haemostatic balance. Cyclical and life‑stage hormonal variations significantly alter haematological and coagulation parameters.

Objective: To systematically review and synthesize evidence on the association between female reproductive hormones and haematological and…

Background: Severe malaria remains a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide, particularly among vulnerable populations such as the elderly and individuals with comorbidities. The interaction between malaria, dehydration, hypertension, and stroke can accelerate multiorgan dysfunction through complex hematological, haemostatic, and microvascular mechanisms.

Case Presentation: We report the case of an 85-year-old hypertensive female with…

This study involved using gamma radiation and lantana leaf extract to preserve cowpea seeds for six months. The study aimed to determine the effect of gamma radiation and lantana leaf extract on certain quality factors of cowpea seeds, such as protein and carbohydrate content, moisture content, and weight loss during storage. This would allow for their use as preservation methods to protect stored seeds from spoilage in grain stores. Gamma radiation was used at doses of 5, 10, and 15 kGy,…

Campylobacter jejuni is a leading cause of foodborne gastroenteritis worldwide, commonly associated with contaminated meat and poultry products. This study aimed to investigate the incidence of C. jejuni in various food samples, evaluate the antimicrobial activity of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles (ZnO-NPs) and thyme essential oil nanoparticles, and characterize key virulence genes among the isolates. A total of 1,060 samples, including meat products, dairy products, and food handlers, were…

As scholarly communication becomes more digital, it is important to have dependable mechanisms for finding researchers and connecting them to their work. The Open Researcher and Contributor ID (ORCID) are a permanent digital ID that sets researchers apart and makes sure that scholarly work is correctly credited. This paper looks at how important ORCID is for researchers and university teachers. It talks about how it can help with visibility, clear up name confusion, and make research…