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2024 College of Humanities and Social Sciences

Evaluating the Effectiveness of E-Government Platforms in East Africa

1Ugwu Jovita Nnenna, 2Ugwuanyi Ifeoma Perpetua, 3Asuma Mariita Nchaga, 4Tushabe Hadijah, 5Eric Mabonga and 4Tom Ongesa Nyamboga

2024 | IAA Journal of Arts and Humanities | Pp. 10-17,

This review evaluates the effectiveness of e-government platforms in East Africa, analyzing their impact,challenges, and best practices. It examines evaluation frameworks, adaptation for the region, and key performanceindicators (KPIs). Case studies from Keny...

2024 School of Allied Health Sciences

Impact on Viral Load Dynamics: Understanding the Interplay between Blood Transfusion and Antiretroviral Therapy in HIV Management

*Emmanuel Ifeanyi Obeagu1, Ebere Emilia Ayogu2,3 and Getrude Uzoma Obeagu4

2024 | Elite Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences | Pp. 5-15

This review delves into the intricate relationship between blood transfusion and antiretroviral therapy (ART) in the context of HIV management, specifically focusing on their impact on viral load dynamics. Viral load, a critical marker of HIV replication, ser...

2024 School of Allied Health Sciences

Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors in Type 1 Diabetes: A New Frontier in Therapy

*Emmanuel Ifeanyi Obeagu1 and Getrude Uzoma Obeagu2

2024 | Elite Journal of Medicine | Pp. 26-41

Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) is a chronic autoimmune disease characterized by the immune-mediated destruction of insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas. Current therapeutic strategies primarily focus on glycemic control through exogenous insulin administration...

2024 School of Allied Health Sciences

Hematologic Considerations in Breast Cancer Patients with HIV: Insights into Blood Transfusion Strategies

*Emmanuel Ifeanyi Obeagu1 and Getrude Uzoma Obeagu2

2024 | Elite Journal of Medical Sciences | Pp. 20-35

Breast cancer and HIV coexistence presents a challenging medical landscape, necessitating a thorough exploration of hematologic considerations and blood transfusion strategies. This review delves into the intricate interplay of anemia, thrombocytopenia, neutr...

2024 School of Allied Health Sciences

Hematological Horizons: Diabetes Care Considerations in Sickle Cell Anemia - A Review

*Emmanuel Ifeanyi Obeagu1 and Getrude Uzoma Obeagu2

2024 | Elite Journal of Haematology | Pp. 70-79

This review delves into the intricate relationship between sickle cell anemia and diabetes, shedding light on the unique challenges and considerations in diabetes care for individuals affected by this hemoglobinopathy. Sickle cell anemia, a hereditary blood d...

2024 School of Allied Health Sciences

Harnessing B Cell Responses for Personalized Approaches in HIV Management

Emmanuel Ifeanyi Obeagu1 and Getrude Uzoma Obeagu2

2024 | Elite Journal of Immunology | Pp. 15-28

This comprehensive review explores the forefront of HIV management through the lens of personalized medicine, with a specific focus on harnessing B cell responses. The dynamic interplay between the virus and the adaptive immune system, particularly B cells, f...

2024 School of Allied Health Sciences

Gestational Diabetes and Neutrophil Activation: A Cellular Symphony

Emmanuel Ifeanyi Obeagu1 and Getrude Uzoma Obeagu2

2024 | International Journal of Current Research in Medical Sciences | Pp. 26-38

Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) represents a complex metabolic disorder during pregnancy, impacting bothmaternal and fetal health. Recent investigations have shed light on the intricate interplay between gestational diabetesand neutrophil activation, reve...

2024 School of Allied Health Sciences

Evaluation of Thyroid Hormones in Congestive Heart Failure Subjects Attending Federal University Teaching Hospital Owerri, Imo State

Ukamaka Edward1, Esther E. Iwuajoku1 and *Emmanuel Ifeanyi Obeagu2

2024 | Elite Journal of Laboratory Medicine | Pp. 1-7

This study was carried out to evaluate levels of thyroid hormones in patients with congestive heart failure. A total of sixty (60) subjects aged forty-five (45) – sixty-five (65) years were recruited for the study and were divided into two groups subjects wit...

2024 School of Allied Health Sciences

Erythropoietin Receptor Signaling in HIV: Implications for Therapy

*Emmanuel Ifeanyi Obeagu1 and Getrude Uzoma Obeagu3

2024 | Elite Journal of Haematology | Pp. 46-62

Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) remains a global health challenge, necessitating continuous exploration of novel therapeutic avenues. Erythropoietin (EPO), traditionally recognized for its role in erythropoiesis, has emerged as a multifaceted cytokine with...

2024 School of Allied Health Sciences

Eosinophilic Modulation of Neonatal Vaccine Immune Responses in HIV-Exposed Infants

Emmanuel Ifeanyi Obeagu1* and Getrude Uzoma Obeagu2

2024 | Haematology International Journal | Pp. 1-6

The intricate interplay between eosinophils and neonatal vaccine immune responses in HIV-exposed infants has emerged as acaptivating avenue of research, offering insights into the multifaceted dynamics of early-life immunity. This review synthesizescurrent kn...