Childhood illnesses and heath-seeking process among under-fives presenting in primary healthcare facilities in Uyo, Nigeria
Background: Childhood infections are a significant cause of under-five morbidity and mortality in Nigeria. These infections are curable if the care-givers seek appropriate treatment early. The aim of this study was to assess the common symptoms of children 0-59 months (under-fives) presenting at PH...
Main Authors: | Motilewa OO, Ekuma AE, Markson EF, Akpan MA, Usanga AE, Nwaeke CF, Otuo TO |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Nigerian Medical Association, Akwa Ibom State Branch
2021-01-01
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Series: | Ibom Medical Journal |
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Online Access: | https://ibommedicaljournal.org/index.php/imjhome/article/view/78 |
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