Publications by authors named "Elvis S Lomotey"
Background The World Health Organization recommends surveillance of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) at points of entry to systematically collect and analyze data to inform decisions about the effective and appropriate use of resources needed for interventions. This study sought to determine the prevalence of SARS-CoV-2 and its variants imported into Ghana by travelers entering the country via land borders from February to July 2022. Methods A cross-sectional approach was employed, where recruited participants consented to the collection of oropharyngeal and nasopharyngeal samples.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFSchistosomiasis is a human parasitic disease caused by the species and is recognised in public health as second to malaria in terms of its socioeconomic impact on humans. Four local plants native to many tribes in Ghana and known for their medicinal properties against some diseases were assessed for their cercaricidal activity against cercariae. The plants, namely, stem bark (NLSB), stem bark (SCSB), leaves (MCL), and leaves (OVL), were extracted for their active metabolites using methanol.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFArticle Synopsis
- A study was conducted in Ghana between February and December 2021 to assess the seroprevalence of SARS-CoV-2 using a nationally representative sample of participants 5 years and older, collecting data on various risk factors.
- The results showed a seroprevalence of 67.10%, with lower rates in males and individuals over 20, while young adults aged 20-39 had the highest rates.
- The findings indicate that vaccination coverage was only 10%, and heightened infection risk in urban areas suggests a need for better vaccination efforts and adherence to preventive measures, especially in rural regions.