Hospital-Based Survey of Malaria and Anemia Among Children 6-10 Years and Pregnant Women in Nkanu West Local Government Area, Enugu State, Nigeria

CME Journal of Medical Microbiology 2026 Open access

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Authors: Chigbogu P. Nwankwocha, Elijah Sunday Okwuonu, Chinaza Blessing Ukwueze, Adaobi O. Opah, Patience Obiageli Ubachukwu, Ijeoma J. Ogbonna, Chioma P. Ezeme
DOI: 10.64030/3070-3638.03.01.02
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Abstract

Background: Malaria remains a significant public health concern, disproportionately impacting vulnerable populations in resource-limited settings. Methods: A study conducted in Nkanu West Local Government Area examined malaria prevalence and related anemia among children aged 6-10 years and pregnant women attending a hospital. The research employed a cross-sectional, hospital-based design, using both microscopy and rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs) to evaluate malaria cases. Microscopy enabled detailed detection of parasites, while RDTs provided quick and supplementary diagnostics. Result: This study revealed an alarming malaria prevalence of 70.3% in children and 65.5% in pregnant women. Microscopy prevalence slightly increased with age (r=0.118, p

Fields of Study & Subjects

Malaria Research and Control Hemoglobinopathies and Related Disorders Bird parasitology and diseases

Publication details

Journal / source
CME Journal of Medical Microbiology
Volume
3
Issue
1
Pages
01–14
Publication date
31 January 2026
Language
EN