Epidemiology, Sociodemographic Characteristics, Symptoms Assessment andOutcome ofCOVID-19 Epidemic amongResidents ofNiger State, Nigeria (March 2020 –March 2021)
Journal Title: International Journal Of Medical Science And Clinical Research Studies - Year 2023, Vol 3, Issue 3
Abstract
Nigeria recorded the first case of COVID-19 infection on Feb 27, 2020. Thereafter, National response was imposed with different curtailing measures including travel bans, closure of schools, markets and limiting the number of persons that could congregatein a place. The objective of this study was to evaluate the epidemiological situationof COVID-19 in Niger state, Nigeria using the data collected during the outbreak, describing the sociodemographic characteristics and epidemiological behavior and clinical symptoms of those tested and confirmed COVID-19 cases.We conducted a state wide population based analysis of the epidemiology of COVID-19 using data reported from all the 25 Local Government Areas of the state from March 2020 to March 2021 for the first, second and third waves of the epidemic. We calculated the overall incidence, case fatality rate, association of sociodemographic variables and the outcome of COVID-19 cases, frequency of different symptoms and drew an epidemic curve. A total of 1128 cases and 20 deaths were included in the analysiswith sex distribution of 63.9% males and 36.1% females. The overall incidence rate was 20 cases per 100,000 populations. Commonest symptoms were cough (62.5%), Fever (54.2%) and difficulty in breathing (42%). We found that age was an important determinant of death in COVID-19 cases and health care workers were significant contributors of morbidity and mortality. We recommend strengthening of the health care system especially emergency response, availability of intensive care services, improvement of laboratory services, community surveillance and contact tracing capacities to prevent and control future epidemics.
Authors and Affiliations
ChindoIbrahim Bisallah, Michael Ochigbo Onyilo , Isah D Mohammed, Oguh Collins Egwu, Prince Obinna Anyanwu, Adetunji Adedokun, Omolola Adedokun, Bilkisu Sulaiman, Uchenna Michael Ugwoke
Keywords
Related Articles
- EP ID EP739840
- DOI 10.47191/ijmscrs/v3-i3-03
- Views 44
- Downloads 0
Response to Adjuvant Therapy of Granulomatous Lymphadenitis: Evidence from High Burden Country
Introduction: A granulomatous lymphadenitis is a form of inflammation of the lymph nodes that are often found. Until now, effective treatment of granulomatous lymphadenitis is still inconsistent, namely between surgical...
A Systematic Review of Procyanidins: Updates on Current Bioactivities and Potential Benefits in Wound Healing
Introduction:Procyanidins are a class of flavonoids found in many fruits and plants and have been used as traditional medicine or other homemade remedies, particularly for wound healing. This study systematically reviews...
The Impact of Self-Reported Anxiety and Body Ιmage on Female Sexual Function
Over the past years, female sexual function and dysfunction has acquired a growing body of research. Some studies have indicated that links may exist among the sexual function of women, their body image and anxiety. The...
The Combination of Polyphenol and G-90 Glyco Lipoprotein in Pheretima Aspergilumas a Promising Modality in Accelerating Cancer Wound Healing
Cancer-related wounds are still one of the healing challenges that are still faced by various health practitioners, where these wounds are often unsightly and associated with foul odor, drainage...
Healing Pathology: Keloid Scar
Skin conditions known as keloid scars can afflict people of all ages and ethnicities. The description, features, and potential risk factors for this ailment are covered in the introduction.I provide a thorough analysis o...