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Emmanuel J. Osemota

Embracing Equity

One of the current issues confronting society is the idea of equity for women, and as the twenty-first century progresses, the push for greater equality for both genders gains traction. Women are entitled to the same resources, opportunities, and power as men, so it is past time to address the issue of gender equity. Women …

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Neglected Tropical Diseases: River Blindness in Focus

River blindness, also known as Onchocerciasis, is a neglected tropical disease affecting millions worldwide, primarily in sub-Saharan Africa. The disease is caused by the filarial parasite Onchocerca volvulus and is transmitted through the bite of infected blackflies (Simulium spp.). The consequences of river blindness can be devastating, leading to skin lesions, eye damage, and eventually …

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Link between Periodontal and Cardiovascular diseases

The global burden of morbidity and mortality due to cardiovascular diseases is significant. More than 550 million people worldwide have cardiovascular problems, and it was responsible for 18 million fatalities in 2019.1  In America two people die every 68 seconds due to cardiovascular disease.2 To comprehend the pathophysiology of this group of disorders, many factors …

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How AI/ML Technology can Improve Disparities in Medical Care 

Racial disparities in healthcare have been well documented in the United States, with Black and Brown communities experiencing worse health outcomes and receiving lower quality care than their white counterparts. One study found that Black patients are far more likely to die from preventable causes than white patients. One way in which Artificial Intelligence (AI) can …

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