Publications by authors named "Y A Kareem"
Background: Unintended pregnancy is a global public health issue with significant adverse effects which include health and economic consequences. Globally, there were 121 million unintended pregnancies annually between 2015 and 2019 among women of reproductive age between 15 and 49 mainly due to the non-uptake of modern contraceptives, harmful norms, stigma and lack of sexual and reproductive health care and information.
Methods: We extracted information from the Nigeria Demographic Health Survey conducted in 2008, 2013, and 2018 to assess the trends and factors associated with unintended pregnancies among women of reproductive-aged 15-49.
Background: Older adults have a high prevalence of chronic conditions like arthritis with morbidities, especially depression ranging up to 40% - 70%. Therefore, it is important to explore depression in older adults with arthritis.
Aim: This study aimed to determine if any demographic and clinical factors are associated with depression in older adults aged ≥ 60 years with arthritis attending a rheumatology clinic.
Polymer nanoparticles (PNPs) have significantly advanced the field of biomedicine, showcasing the remarkable potential for precise drug delivery, administration of nutraceuticals, diagnostics/imaging applications, and the fabrication of biocompatible materials, among other uses. Despite these promising developments, the invention faces notable challenges related to biodegradability, bioactivity, target-site specificity, particle size, carrier efficiency, and controlled release. Addressing these concerns is essential for optimizing the functionality and impact of PNPs in biomedical applications.
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- Teen pregnancy is prevalent in Nigeria, with a notable rise in teen motherhood from 2008 to 2018, but no significant change was found in the overall adjusted analysis.
- Knowledge of contraceptives, education level, religious beliefs, and socioeconomic status all play critical roles in teen motherhood prevalence.
- The study suggests implementing comprehensive sexuality education and empowering young girls economically to help reduce the rates of teen motherhood.
Background: Nigeria's shortage of psychiatrists is exacerbated due to health worker migration.
Aim: This study explores migration experiences and tendencies among early-career psychiatrists in Nigeria.
Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional survey covering Nigeria's six geopolitical zones, using a 61-item online questionnaire assessing short-term mobility, long-term migration experiences and migration attitudes.