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📢 Latest Update: Call for Papers: Special Issue on Medical and Health Research – Submit to British Journal (BJMHR) by March 31, 2026

📢 Latest Update: Call for Papers: Special Issue on Medical and Health Research – Submit to British Journal (BJMHR) by March 31, 2026

Volume 2, Issue 3 - 2015 (March 2015 Issue 3)

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Volume 2 Issue 3
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Editorial: March 2015 Issue 3

Welcome to the 2015 issue of British Journal of Medical and Health Research. This issue showcases the remarkable breadth and depth of contemporary research across multiple disciplines. From cutting-edge applications of machine learning in climate science to the revolutionary potential of quantum computing in drug discovery, our featured articles demonstrate the power of interdisciplinary collaboration in addressing global challenges.

We are particularly excited to present research that bridges traditional academic boundaries, reflecting our journal's commitment to fostering innovation through cross-disciplinary dialogue. The integration of artificial intelligence with environmental science, the application of blockchain technology to supply chain management, and the convergence of urban planning with smart city technologies exemplify the transformative potential of collaborative research.

As we continue to navigate an era of rapid technological advancement and global challenges, the research presented in this issue offers both insights and solutions that will shape our future. We thank our authors, reviewers, and editorial board members for their continued dedication to advancing knowledge and promoting scientific excellence.

Dr Hemangi J Patel
Editor-in-Chief
British Journal of Medical and Health Research

Articles in This Issue

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Research PaperID: BJMHR0203001

Evaluation of Antimicrobial and Antifungal Properties of AnnonamuricataLeaf Extracts

Santhoshkumar Muthu, Brindha J Durairaj

The worldwide increase of multidrug resistance associated bacterial infections has gained the attention of researchers to warrant an effective antimicrobial therapy. Annonamuricata (Graviola) has a long, rich history of use in herbal medicine as well as a lengthy recorded indigenous use for many ailments. The present study was designed to screen for selected phytochemicals and antibacterial properties (antibacterial and antifungal)using different solvent extracts (Hydroethanolic, Chloroform, Ethylacetate and Petroleum ether)in graviola leaves. The results obtained shows that Annonamuricata contains alkaloids, flavanoids, tannins, terpenoids, steroids, glycosides, and reducing sugar. Hydroethanolic extract was noticed to exert significant inhibitory effect against the growth of P.aeruginosa, Klebsiella, and E.Coli. Stapylococcusaureuswas sensitive to petroleum ether and chloroform extracts. Ethyl acetate extract was found to be effective against the fungal strains (Candida albicans, A.fumigatus and andA.niger). In addition, minimum inhibitory concentration of the extracts was found to be ranging from 250 to 350µg /ml against all tested bacterial strains. The results could justify the traditional use of Annonamuricata in the treatment infectious diseases.

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 Santhoshkumar Muthu
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 Brindha J Durairaj
Research PaperID: BJMHR0203002

Influence of Cultural and Traditional Practices on the Management and Prevention of Hypertension in Some Rural Settlements in Delta State, Nigeria

Ofili M Isioma, NcamaBusisiwe Purity

Hypertension is a global health challenge affecting many adults. Cultural perception has been identified to affect disease progression and management. This article describes the experiences of a typical rural community in Delta State Nigeria in terms of their various traditional and cultural practices and the influence these have on the management and prevention of high blood pressure in the community. An ethnographic study was conducted utilizing in-depth interviews method. Ten known hypertensive patients were purposively selected who had blood pressure readings of ≥140/90 mmHg observed on three separate occasions from a previous survey conducted in the same community, and who had also confirmed their use of traditional practices in the management of high blood pressure. The traditional and cultural practices identified were: medicinal plants, sacrifices, scarification and tribal marks. Anti-hypertensive drugs were used alongside with traditional practices and where these traditional practices fail, local diets served as a remedy. These cultural practices such as local foodstuffs and dietary preferences (especially the palm kernel soup, which is a high cholesterol item), may either predispose them to risk factors of certain diseases or promote their health (as do the medicinal plants and some herbal preparations). Models of community based management of hypertension in rural settings is highly recommended. This will help retain and preserve relevant cultural values and serve to maintain community wellbeing.

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 Ofili M Isioma
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 NcamaBusisiwe Purity
Research PaperID: BJMHR0203003

Development of Guidelines for Management of Hypertension in Rural Areas in Delta State, Nigeria

Ofili M Isioma, NcamaBusisiwe Purity

Hypertension (high blood pressure) is presently one of the most important risk factors for the development of cardiovascular diseases. Several developed and developing nations including Nigeria have adopted various initiatives to prevent and/or manage hypertension. This article entails the development of guidelinesby means of integrated and collaborative approach involving experts knowledgeable in the field coupled with community actionin rural settings in Delta State Nigeria. Using the Nominal Group Technique meeting, a group of seven key stakeholders knowledgeable in the field were brought together to harmonize their ideas and experiences within a period of three days. The meeting lasted six hours each day.Each round addressing a topic lasted for an hour and 45 minutes.Major concepts addressed were: optimal diagnosis and appropriate medical evaluation for high blood pressure, principles of blood pressure measurement and different steps in blood pressure measurement. Others are management options (routine baseline investigations, pharmacological and non-pharmacological measures) and prevention of high blood pressure as well as community screening programmes. This simple guideline will not only serve as a vade mecum but will also have a strong impact on the health, quality of life and mortality rate among rural communities in Nigeria.

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Contributors:

 Ofili M Isioma
,
 NcamaBusisiwe Purity

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