Patrick Nguku
Biographic Data
| ID | 7014692 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Patrick Nguku |
| GIVEN NAMES | Patrick |
| FAMILY NAME | Nguku |
| SIGNATURE | NGUKU P |
| AFFILIATIONS | African Field Epidemiology Network |
| ORCID | 0000-0001-5684-4796 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 16 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 0 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 16 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2008 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2025 |
| H-INDEX | 0 |
Bridging the gaps in the unmet needs of hypertension care in Nigeria
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Knowledge, risk perception and uptake of Covid-19 vaccination among internally displaced persons in complex humanitarian emergency setting, Northeast Nigeria
This study revealed gaps in COVID-19 knowledge, risk perception, and vaccination uptake but demonstrated a significant relationship between risk perception and COVID-19 preventive practices. Health education and risk communication should be intensified to improve knowledge, elicit stronger risk perception, and enhance COVID-19 preventive practices
Capacity building at points of entry during Covid-19 pandemic
This paper describes the process for developing, validating and disseminating through a train-the-trainer (TOT) event a standardised curriculum for public health capacity building for points of entry (POE) staff across the 15-member state Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) that reflects both international standards and national guidelines. A five-phase process was used in developing the curriculum: phase (1) assessment of existing…
Factors associated with health-seeking patterns among internally displaced persons in complex humanitarian emergency, Northeast Nigeria
This population exhibited heterogeneous patterns of health-seeking at facility and non-facility centers. Perception of illness severity and camps' status were major factors associated with health-seeking. To enhance surveillance, non-facility care providers should be systematically integrated into the surveillance network while ramping up risk communication to shape perception of illness severity, prioritizing unofficial camps
Cholera outbreak in some communities in North-East Nigeria, 2019
Attending social gatherings and drinking unsafe water were risk factors for cholera infection. Public health actions included chlorination of wells and distribution of water guard (1% chlorine solution) bottles to households and public education on cholera prevention. We recommend the provision of safe drinking water by the government as well as improved sanitary and hygienic conditions for citizens of the state
Building local capacity for emergency coordination
Public Health Emergency Operations Centres (PHEOCs) provide a platform for multisectoral coordination and collaboration, to enhance the efficiency of outbreak response activities and enable the control of disease outbreaks. Over the last decade, PHEOCs have been introduced to address the gaps in outbreak response coordination. With its tropical climate, high population density and poor socioeconomic indicators, Nigeria experiences large outbreaks…
Implementing the routine immunisation data module and dashboard of DHIS2 in Nigeria, 2014–2019
In 2010, Nigeria adopted the use of web-based software District Health Information System, V.2 (DHIS2) as the platform for the National Health Management Information System. The platform supports real-time data reporting and promotes government ownership and accountability. To strengthen its routine immunisation (RI) component, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) through its implementing partner, the African Field Epidemiology…
Nigeria’s public health response to the Covid-19 pandemic
The novel coronavirus disease 2019, COVID-19, which is caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome \nvirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) [1] was first reported in December 2019 by Chinese Health Authorities following an outbreak of pneumonia of unknown origin in Wuhan, Hubei Province [2,3]. SARS-CoV-2 is \nlikely of zoonotic origin, similar to SARS and Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS), and transmitted between humans through respiratory droplets and fomit…
Occupational exposure to HIV among healthcare workers in PMTCT sites in Port Harcourt, Nigeria
Occupational exposure to blood and body fluids remains a frequent occurrence among healthcare workers; highest among doctors in PMTCT sites in the study area. Provision of protective safety materials, training and enforcement of adherence to universal precaution strategies are highly recommended
A cholera outbreak in a rural north central Nigerian community
Vibrio cholerae was the cause of the outbreak in Gomani. Drinking water from Zamani river, living in overcrowded HH and poor hand hygiene were significantly associated with the outbreak. We initiated hand hygiene and water treatment to control the outbreak
Mortality Among Confirmed Lassa Fever Cases During the 2015–2016 Outbreak in Nigeria
Objectives. To determine factors associated with mortality among confirmed Lassa fever cases. Methods. We reviewed line lists and clinical records of laboratory-confirmed cases of Lassa fever during the 2016 outbreak in Nigeria to determine factors associated with mortality. We activated an incident command system to coordinate response. Results. We documented 47 cases, 28 of whom died (case fatality rate [CFR] = 59.6%; mean age 31.4 years; SD = …
Immunisation coverage and its determinants among children aged 12-23 months in Atakumosa-west district, Osun State Nigeria
Routine immunisation uptake was still below WHO target in the study area. Encouraging mothers to attend antenatal care and educational interventions targeted at rural mothers are recommended to improve vaccination status of children in the rural communities
An evaluation of psychological distress and social support of survivors and contacts of Ebola virus disease infection and their relatives in Lagos, Nigeria
Survivors and contacts of EVD and their relations develop psychological distress. Development of psychological distress could be predicted by loss of family member. It is recommended that psychiatrists and other mental health specialists be part of case management teams. The clinical teams managing EVD patients should be trained on recognition of common psychological distress among patients. A mental health specialist should review contacts being…
Descriptive characterization of the 2010 cholera outbreak in Nigeria
Our study showed a cholera outbreak that grew in magnitude and spread to involve the whole northern part of the country. It also highlights challenges of suboptimal surveillance and response in developing countries as well as potential endemicity of cholera in the northern part of Nigeria. There is the need for a harmonized, coordinated approach to cholera outbreaks through effective surveillance and response with emphasis on training and motivat…
P2-349 Use of insecticide treated nets among pregnant women attending antenatal care at a primary healthcare facility Kaduna state, Nigeria
Introduction Malaria is an important public health problem in Nigeria. Pregnant women are among the high risk groups for developing malaria. Insecticide Treated Nets (ITNs) have been shown to be an effective means of preventing malaria. A study was undertaken to assess use of ITNs among pregnant women attending Antenatal care. Methods A descriptive study was conducted. A sample of 330 pregnant women attending Antenatal clinic at a Primary Healthc…
Working with risk
The objective of this study was to explore knowledge of, attitudes towards and practice of post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) among healthcare workers (HCWs) in the Thika district, Kenya. We used site and population-based surveys, qualitative interviews and operational research with 650 staff at risk of needlestick injuries (NSIs). Research was conducted over a 5-year period in five phases: (1) a bio-safety assessment; (2) a staff survey: serum draw…
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Working with risk
The objective of this study was to explore knowledge of, attitudes towards and practice of post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) among healthcare workers (HCWs) in the Thika district, Kenya. We used site and population-based surveys, qualitative interviews and operational research with 650 staff at risk of needlestick injuries (NSIs). Research was conducted over a 5-year period in five phases: (1) a bio-safety assessment; (2) a staff survey: serum draw…
P2-349 Use of insecticide treated nets among pregnant women attending antenatal care at a primary healthcare facility Kaduna state, Nigeria
Introduction Malaria is an important public health problem in Nigeria. Pregnant women are among the high risk groups for developing malaria. Insecticide Treated Nets (ITNs) have been shown to be an effective means of preventing malaria. A study was undertaken to assess use of ITNs among pregnant women attending Antenatal care. Methods A descriptive study was conducted. A sample of 330 pregnant women attending Antenatal clinic at a Primary Healthc…
Descriptive characterization of the 2010 cholera outbreak in Nigeria
Our study showed a cholera outbreak that grew in magnitude and spread to involve the whole northern part of the country. It also highlights challenges of suboptimal surveillance and response in developing countries as well as potential endemicity of cholera in the northern part of Nigeria. There is the need for a harmonized, coordinated approach to cholera outbreaks through effective surveillance and response with emphasis on training and motivat…
An evaluation of psychological distress and social support of survivors and contacts of Ebola virus disease infection and their relatives in Lagos, Nigeria
Survivors and contacts of EVD and their relations develop psychological distress. Development of psychological distress could be predicted by loss of family member. It is recommended that psychiatrists and other mental health specialists be part of case management teams. The clinical teams managing EVD patients should be trained on recognition of common psychological distress among patients. A mental health specialist should review contacts being…
Immunisation coverage and its determinants among children aged 12-23 months in Atakumosa-west district, Osun State Nigeria
Routine immunisation uptake was still below WHO target in the study area. Encouraging mothers to attend antenatal care and educational interventions targeted at rural mothers are recommended to improve vaccination status of children in the rural communities
Mortality Among Confirmed Lassa Fever Cases During the 2015–2016 Outbreak in Nigeria
Objectives. To determine factors associated with mortality among confirmed Lassa fever cases. Methods. We reviewed line lists and clinical records of laboratory-confirmed cases of Lassa fever during the 2016 outbreak in Nigeria to determine factors associated with mortality. We activated an incident command system to coordinate response. Results. We documented 47 cases, 28 of whom died (case fatality rate [CFR] = 59.6%; mean age 31.4 years; SD = …
A cholera outbreak in a rural north central Nigerian community
Vibrio cholerae was the cause of the outbreak in Gomani. Drinking water from Zamani river, living in overcrowded HH and poor hand hygiene were significantly associated with the outbreak. We initiated hand hygiene and water treatment to control the outbreak
Implementing the routine immunisation data module and dashboard of DHIS2 in Nigeria, 2014–2019
In 2010, Nigeria adopted the use of web-based software District Health Information System, V.2 (DHIS2) as the platform for the National Health Management Information System. The platform supports real-time data reporting and promotes government ownership and accountability. To strengthen its routine immunisation (RI) component, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) through its implementing partner, the African Field Epidemiology…
Nigeria’s public health response to the Covid-19 pandemic
The novel coronavirus disease 2019, COVID-19, which is caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome \nvirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) [1] was first reported in December 2019 by Chinese Health Authorities following an outbreak of pneumonia of unknown origin in Wuhan, Hubei Province [2,3]. SARS-CoV-2 is \nlikely of zoonotic origin, similar to SARS and Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS), and transmitted between humans through respiratory droplets and fomit…
Occupational exposure to HIV among healthcare workers in PMTCT sites in Port Harcourt, Nigeria
Occupational exposure to blood and body fluids remains a frequent occurrence among healthcare workers; highest among doctors in PMTCT sites in the study area. Provision of protective safety materials, training and enforcement of adherence to universal precaution strategies are highly recommended
Building local capacity for emergency coordination
Public Health Emergency Operations Centres (PHEOCs) provide a platform for multisectoral coordination and collaboration, to enhance the efficiency of outbreak response activities and enable the control of disease outbreaks. Over the last decade, PHEOCs have been introduced to address the gaps in outbreak response coordination. With its tropical climate, high population density and poor socioeconomic indicators, Nigeria experiences large outbreaks…
Capacity building at points of entry during Covid-19 pandemic
This paper describes the process for developing, validating and disseminating through a train-the-trainer (TOT) event a standardised curriculum for public health capacity building for points of entry (POE) staff across the 15-member state Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) that reflects both international standards and national guidelines. A five-phase process was used in developing the curriculum: phase (1) assessment of existing…
Factors associated with health-seeking patterns among internally displaced persons in complex humanitarian emergency, Northeast Nigeria
This population exhibited heterogeneous patterns of health-seeking at facility and non-facility centers. Perception of illness severity and camps' status were major factors associated with health-seeking. To enhance surveillance, non-facility care providers should be systematically integrated into the surveillance network while ramping up risk communication to shape perception of illness severity, prioritizing unofficial camps
Cholera outbreak in some communities in North-East Nigeria, 2019
Attending social gatherings and drinking unsafe water were risk factors for cholera infection. Public health actions included chlorination of wells and distribution of water guard (1% chlorine solution) bottles to households and public education on cholera prevention. We recommend the provision of safe drinking water by the government as well as improved sanitary and hygienic conditions for citizens of the state
Knowledge, risk perception and uptake of Covid-19 vaccination among internally displaced persons in complex humanitarian emergency setting, Northeast Nigeria
This study revealed gaps in COVID-19 knowledge, risk perception, and vaccination uptake but demonstrated a significant relationship between risk perception and COVID-19 preventive practices. Health education and risk communication should be intensified to improve knowledge, elicit stronger risk perception, and enhance COVID-19 preventive practices
Bridging the gaps in the unmet needs of hypertension care in Nigeria
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