This study investigates the hematological characteristics of pregnant women attending antenatal clinics in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, with a focus on understanding how these parameters may influence maternal health outcomes. A total of 300 pregnant women were recruited for this cross-sectional study, and their hematological profiles were analyzed, including parameters such as hemoglobin concentration, packed cell volume, red blood cell count, white blood cell count, and platelet count. The findings revealed that the average hemoglobin concentration was significantly lower than the standard reference range, indicating a high prevalence of anemia among the participants. Additionally, variations in white blood cell and platelet counts were observed, which may reflect the physiological changes during pregnancy and the potential risk for pregnancy-related complications. The study highlights the critical need for regular hematological assessments in pregnant women to identify and manage potential health issues early. These findings underscore the importance of integrating comprehensive maternal health services, including nutritional support and anemia management, into antenatal care programs in Port Harcourt to enhance maternal and fetal health outcomes.

This study investigates the influence of peer, family, and school factors on alcohol consumption among students in high-cost schools in Lusaka, Zambia. With the rising concerns about adolescent substance abuse, particularly alcohol, understanding the socio-environmental factors that contribute to such behavior is crucial. The research employed a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews, to collect data from students, parents, and school administrators. Results indicate that peer influence, parental attitudes towards alcohol, and the school environment play significant roles in shaping students' drinking behaviors. Peer pressure emerged as the most prominent factor, with students in social circles where alcohol use is normalized showing higher consumption rates. Parental permissiveness and the lack of structured school programs to address substance use were also identified as key contributors. The findings suggest that targeted interventions, focusing on peer education, parental guidance, and comprehensive school policies, are essential in mitigating alcohol use among students. This study highlights the need for a multi-dimensional approach to addressing adolescent alcohol consumption, one that involves families, schools, and peers in the prevention and intervention process.

Sepsis intensive care medicine continues to evolve. Every year, the Society for Surgical Infection and Critical Care Medicine issues updated guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of sepsis, which indicates progress in the study of the fundamental mechanisms of the development of this formidable complication and the expansion of knowledge in this field of Medicine, which results from a dysregulated host response to infection. Further emphasizing its importance, the World Health Organization has recognized sepsis as a global health priority. This scientific article is devoted to the problem of the features of clinical and laboratory manifestations of the generalization of infection in patients with long-term non-healing wounds. It reflects the features of the relationship between the frequency of the development of generalized infection and local manifestations of long-term non-healing wounds.

The state of energy starvation is the main phenomenon of the early postoperative period of bariatric surgery. All organs and systems of the body undergo such changes. Under normal physiological conditions, with the development of energy hunger, there is an excitation of metabolic centres in the hypothalamic-pituitary system of the brain. Transmitted impulses from chemoreceptor cells increase lipolysis, which ultimately leads to the mobilisation of large amounts of fatty acids from the fat depot to the liver. Excessively high concentrations of ketone bodies due to rapid weight loss are accompanied by the development of ketonemia, the severity of which depends not only on the compensatory capabilities of the body but also on the condition of the liver. Ketonemia is one of the common side effects reported by patients after bariatric surgery. Despite this, the evidence for the incidence of ketonemia after various bariatric surgeries and the mechanism of the development of this phenomenon is very limited. In this regard, this scientific article is devoted to the features of the manifestation of ketonemic syndrome in obese patients after the most popular type of bariatric surgery - laparoscopic longitudinal resection of the stomach.

The development of livestock, poultry, and equestrian industries has become a priority of state policy, aiming to provide the population with high-quality meat, dairy, and other livestock products in the Republic of Uzbekistan. These industries are essential for ensuring food security, creating jobs in agriculture, and improving rural livelihoods. Expanding these sectors supports increased production volumes, enhanced export potential, and bolstered competitiveness in global markets.

This study focuses on improving working conditions and protecting the health of workers in meat production enterprises. It analyzes the working environment in livestock, poultry, and equestrian industries, highlighting health risks and proposing optimization measures to protect workers.