Volume 11, Issue 3, September 2025

  • Research Article

    Assessment of Health Conditions of the Fish Handlers in the Two Fishing Communities of the Gambia

    Evelyn Anuli Uyamadu*, Samba Camara, Mansour Badjie

    Issue: Volume 11, Issue 3, September 2025
    Pages: 48-59
    Received: 8 June 2025
    Accepted: 24 June 2025
    Published: 30 July 2025
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    Abstract: Introduction: Because of their jobs and work conditions, fish handlers are susceptible to several health problems. This study aimed to assess various health challenges faced by fish handlers in the Gambia. Methodology: This was a cross-sectional study in which 231 fish handlers were selected randomly from Tanji and Banjul fishing communities in the... Show More
  • Research Article

    Acute Exposure to Dichlorvos and Cypermethrin on Fasting Blood Glucose, Insulin and Liver Enzymes in Male Wistar Rats

    Isehunwa Grace Olufunmilayo*, Oyelade Ruth Oluwakemi, Shittu Sheu-Tijani, Alada Akinola AbdulRasak

    Issue: Volume 11, Issue 3, September 2025
    Pages: 60-66
    Received: 4 July 2025
    Accepted: 19 July 2025
    Published: 5 August 2025
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    Abstract: Dichlorvos (DDVP) and Cypermethrin (CP) are major pesticides used in agriculture to control agricultural pests and household insects and pests. Exposure to DDVP and CP is associated with the risk of developing diabetes. However, there are few studies that have reported the dose effects of DDVP and CP exposure on blood glucose levels and liver enzym... Show More
  • Research Article

    Concentration Levels of Heavy Metals in Tailings, Water and Sweet Potatoes in Artisanal Gold Mining Areas of Kuria West Sub-county, Kenya

    John Gichimu Mbaka*, Julius Kioko Nzeve*, Consolate Awuor Okoth, Alexander Gori

    Issue: Volume 11, Issue 3, September 2025
    Pages: 67-75
    Received: 28 July 2025
    Accepted: 6 August 2025
    Published: 2 September 2025
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    Abstract: Artisanal gold mining is an important economic activity in many regions of the world. However, mining activities can lead to the production of large quantities of heavy metal laden wastes which can result to widespread contamination of the environment. This study investigated the levels of heavy metals (Cr, Cu, Zn, As, Cd and Pb) in gold mine taili... Show More
  • Research Article

    Urban Land Use and Particulate Matter Distribution During Winter: A Case Study of Pabna District Town, Bangladesh

    Ahmad Kamruzzaman Majumder*, Mohammad Tariq Ali

    Issue: Volume 11, Issue 3, September 2025
    Pages: 76-88
    Received: 29 June 2025
    Accepted: 28 July 2025
    Published: 9 September 2025
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    Abstract: Air pollution is a major public health concern in Bangladesh, contributing to significant respiratory and cardiovascular issues. The objective of this study is to monitor the Particulate Matters (PM1, PM2.5 & PM10) and Carbon Monoxide (CO) concentration based on different land use in Pabna district town. This study was conducted in 40 locations of ... Show More
  • Research Article

    Quality Assurance of Water Sources in Selected Areas of Southern Eritrea: Traditionally Used as Medication for Kidney Stones

    Aron Hailemichael*, Efrem Teferi, Rahwa Tekelgergish, Daniel Tesfahans, Feven Tewelde, Huda Ibrahim, Kebron Tesfalem, Noh Kesete, Khalid Siraj

    Issue: Volume 11, Issue 3, September 2025
    Pages: 89-98
    Received: 26 August 2025
    Accepted: 4 September 2025
    Published: 25 September 2025
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    Abstract: The aim of this study is to access the chemistry behind the potential use of water as medication and assure the quality of water sources in certain areas of Southern Eritrea. The sources were boreholes and lifting device varied from solar to hand-pump. Quality of the water sources were examined by measuring the physicochemical parameters, bacteriol... Show More