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A BIANNUAL PUBLICATION OF WEST AFRICAN POSTGRADUATE COLLEGE OF PHARMACISTS (WAPCP), FCT ABUJA ZONE

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EVALUATION OF PHARMACEUTICAL CARE IN THE MANAGEMENT OF HYPERTENSION IN KWALI GENERAL HOSPITAL FEDERAL CAPITAL TERRITORY.

Volume 1, Issue 1, November 2025

Authors: Ajayi Ruth Feyisayo, Abali Kenneth Ede and Ajayi Victor Oluwaseun


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Hypertension, often termed the β€œsilent killer,” remains the most significant modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD), kidney disease, stroke, and premature mortality worldwide, contributing to an estimated 10 million deaths annually . .....

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MICROBIOLOGICAL ANALYSIS OF CONTENTS OF COMMERCIALLY AVAILABLE PACKAGED POTABLE WATER IN ABUJA METROPOLIS, FEDERAL CAPITAL TERRITORY, NIGERIA.

Volume 1, Issue 1, November 2025

Authors: Danraka Abubakar Mustapha and Kirim Rukaiyatu Abdullahi


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For all the cells within the body, water acts as a universal cooler, creates a climatic equilibrium between the sun and the earth to make life possible. It forms about 65% of our body; about 7% (or 3 litres) circulates as part of blood and lymph......

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ANTIMICROBIAL STEWARDSHIP KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE, AND PERCEPTION AMONG NATIONAL EAR CARE CENTRE HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS: A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY IN SPECIALIST HOSPITAL, NORTHWEST NIGERIA.

Volume 1, Issue 1, November 2025

Authors: Adamu Y.S Hussaina, Joseph Isaac, Gidado Halilu Halima, Usman Karuma Shuaib and Ahmed Olowo-okere


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Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a major global health threat, undermining the prevention and 1-3 treatment of bacterial infections . Pathogens are evolving resistance mechanisms, complicating the treatment of common infectious diseases such as pneumonia, tuberculosis, and foodborne 4,5 illnesses .......

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EFFECTIVENESS OF MOBILE HEALTH INTERVENTION IN IMPROVING ASTHMA OUTCOMES, MEDICATION ADHERENCE AND DISEASE CONTROL IN A TERTIARY HOSPITAL: A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY.

Volume 1, Issue 1, November 2025

Authors: Abel Onyeke C, Zainab Galadima Abubakar, Idris Amina Rufai, Josephine O. Abiri, Zimthamaha Bonkuru Wilson, Idoko Agumage, Foluke Alimi and Rebecca H. Sani


Introduction:

Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airways characterized by recurring episodes of wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, and breathlessness. It significantly impairs quality of life and functional capacity across all age groups. Globally, an estimated 339 million people are affected, making it one of the most prevalent noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), particularly in rapidly urbanizing regions of the world. .......

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ANTIMICROBIAL STEWARDSHIP IN CLINICAL PHARMACY PRACTICE: ENHANCING THERAPEUTIC OUTCOMES AND COMBATING RESISTANCE.

Volume 1, Issue 1, November 2025

Author: Chidubem Akubue Godsent.


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Antimicrobial resistance has emerged as one of the most pressing threats to global health, food security, and development today. The World Health 1 Organization identifies AMR as a top priority, warning that misuse and overuse of antimicrobials in human and animal health contribute significantly to resistance. .....

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IMPORTANCE OF ADOPTING HEALTH-PROMOTING BEHAVIORS BY HEALTHCARE WORKERS.

Volume 1, Issue 1, November 2025

Author: Abubakar Danraka.


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Health-promoting behaviors (HPBs) are activities that individuals perform to maintain or enhance 1 their well-being and prevent disease . These behaviors encompass various dimensions, including physical activity, healthy eating, stress management, regular medical checkups, and avoiding harmful habits such as smoking and 2 excessive alcohol consumption .. .....

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KNOWLEDGE AND BARRIERS OF INFECTION PREVENTION AND CONTROL AMONG HEALTHCARE WORKERS IN A TERTIARY INSTITUTION IN ABUJA.

Volume 1, Issue 1, November 2025

Authors: Kate Orinya and Adewumi Segun Igbinlade.


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Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) remain a global concern, contributing significantly to 1,2 morbidity, mortality, and healthcare costs . Infection prevention and control (IPC) is critical in mitigating HAIs. IPC is a very critical component of safe and effective healthcare delivery, particularly in resource-limited settings. Despite the existence of national and global IPC frameworks, healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) continue to contribute significantly to morbidity and mortality in Nigeria.. .....

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Editorial Team

Pharm. Zainab Galadima Abubakar
Pharm. Zainab Galadima Abubakar
FPCPharm, MSc (Public Health) Editor in Chief, AJPHS.
Clinical and Public Health Pharmacist, Research and healthcare leader with expertise in Pharmacoepidemology, Health systems research, public health and clinical pharmacy practise. Passionate about advancing evidence based healthcare, scholarly publishing and research mentorship
Pharm. Ema Eunice Gado
Pharm. Ema Eunice Gado
FPCPharm, Managing Editor, AJPHS.
Public Health Pharmacist, Immunization and Supply Chain Specialist and Health System Advocate committed to advancing evidence base health care, strenthening health systems and promoting quality pharmaceutical service.
Pharm. Adeniji Busayo Monsurat
Pharm. Adeniji Busayo Monsurat
FPCPharm, Associate Editor, AJPHS.
Clinical Pharmacist and Emerging Clinical Research with interests in medication adherenc, patient centered care, healthcare communication and evidence based pharmaceutical practice.
Dr. Abubakar Danraka
Dr. Abubakar Danraka
FPCPharm, Advisory Editor | Pioneer Editor, AJPHS.
Health Sociologist, Pharmacist and Research Schoolar with over 50 scientific publications and significant contributions to public health, pharmacy practice, health policy and health systems research
Pharm. Valentine O. Adegoke
Pharm. Valentine O. Adegoke
FPCPharm, Advisory Editor, AJPHS.
Consultant Pharmacist and Clinical Researcher with expertise in Pharmaceutical care, infectious Diseases, Pharmacology and Health Systems Research.
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THE OBJECTIVE OF THE JOURNAL

AJPHS Publishes articles that advance pharmaceutical and health sciences practice, research and policy with particular attention to patient safty, medication safty, and the quality of medicines. Submissions are welcome from all areas of pharmacy, health sciences, public health and interrelated disciplines. our Jounals accepts original research, review articles, short communications, case reports, commentaries, letters to the editors and conference or workshop reports. all manuscript undergo peer review to uphold scholarly quality and integrity.

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