Publications by authors named "Jeremiah E Gabisa"
Article Synopsis
- There has been an increase in Monkeypox (Mpox) cases globally, prompting a study on healthcare workers' understanding of its transmission, prevention, and response in Cameroon.
- An online survey was conducted with 342 healthcare workers, revealing that while over 90% were aware of Mpox, only 12.9% had excellent knowledge and 42.1% had good knowledge of the disease.
- The findings suggest a need for capacity-building programs to enhance healthcare workers' education on Mpox to ensure effective response to this and similar emerging diseases.
Characterization of oral candidiasis according to antiretroviral treatment status, immunological and virological profiles among HIV infected patients in two health facilities in Yaoundé-Cameroon: a cross-sectional and analytical study.
Joseph Fokam Alex Durand Nka Ezechiel Ngoufack Jagni Semengue Cynthia Kelly Essono Asso'o Jeremiah Efakika Gabisa
Pan Afr Med J
August 2023
Article Synopsis
- The study investigates the prevalence of oral candidiasis among people living with HIV (PLHIV) in Cameroon, differentiating between those on antiretroviral treatment (ART) and those who are ART-naive.
- Results show a significantly higher occurrence of oral candidiasis in ART-naive patients (27.7%) compared to ART-experienced patients (6.3%), indicating a strong link between ART use and decreased incidence.
- The findings highlight that immunodeficiency (CD4<200 cells/mm) and high viral loads (VL≥1000 copies/ml) contribute to the presence of oral candidiasis, emphasizing the need for management strategies for those experiencing immuno-virological failure.
Introduction: Determining the HIV status of some individuals remains challenging due to multidimensional factors such as flaws in diagnostic systems, technological challenges, and viral diversity. This report pinpoints challenges faced by the HIV testing system in Cameroon.
Case Presentation: A 53-year-old male received a positive HIV result by a rapid testing algorithm in July 2016.