3 publications
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Published Subscription Review Article
Prevalence and Risk Factors of Neglected Tropical Diseases Among Women and Children in Rural Liberia: A Regional PerspectiveBy J. Samuel Kamanda, Atul Khajuria, Eric Kwasi Elliason, Stephen Monday
Abstract: Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) remain a critical public health challenge in Liberia, disproportionately affecting women and children in rural regions due to systemic inequities in water, sanitation, and healthcare access. This cross-sectional study assessed the prevalence and risk factors of NTDs among 1,000 participants (600 children above 15 years and 400 women aged 15–49) in rural Liberia using stratified and cluster sampling. Laboratory diagnostics, including Kato-Katz stool analysis, urine filtration, …
Published in Recent Trends in Infectious Diseases · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–7 Read article →
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Environmental and Sanitation Challenges and Their Role in Malaria Transmission: A Case Study of Duport Road Community, Paynesville City, LiberiaBy J. Samuel Kamanda, Atul Khajuria, Eric Kwasi Elliason, Stephen Monday
Abstract: Introduction: Environmental sanitation plays a crucial role in controlling malaria transmission, yet several factors continue to impede its effectiveness, particularly in communities with poor waste management and drainage systems. This study explores the factors that hinder proper environmental sanitation and their association with the spread of malaria among residents of Duport Road Community, Paynesville City, Liberia. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted, gathering data from 400 participants—both men and …
Published in International Journal of Tropical Medicines · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 24–29 Read article →
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Social Media Usage Among Youth in Punjab: Platform Preferences, Usage Habits, and Academic ImpactBy Eric Kwasi Elliason, Atul Khajuria, Stephen Monday, J. Samuel Kamanda
Abstract: Background: The role of social media in daily life and communication activities continues to grow, especially among young people. Given the shift towards more social interaction and engagement online, it is important to look at the preferences of the platforms, their habits of usage, and how they relate with academic engagement. This research study analyzes the social media utilization patterns of youth residing in Punjab, India with the aim of …
Published in Journal of Communication Engineering & Systems · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 21–30 Read article →