Browsing by Author "Obey, Jackie K."
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Antibacterial activity of Methanolic extracts of Cola nitida Seeds on Selected Pathogenic Organisms
Obey, Jackie K.; Swamy, T.Anthoney (International Journal of Current Microbiology and Applied Sciences, 2014)Cola nitida has been used in folk medicine and is a member of the family Steculicca. The aim of the current study was to investigate the antibacterial activity of Cola nitida. Antibacterial screening was done using agar ... -
Antimalarial Activity of Croton macrostachyus Stem Bark Extracts against Plasmodium berghei In Vivo
Obey, Jackie K.; Ngeiywa, Moses M.; Kiprono, Paul; Omar, Sabah; Wright, Atte von; Kauhanen, Jussi; Tikkanen-Kaukanen, Carina (Hindawi Journal of Pathogens, 2018-06-10) -
Appraisal of Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices of Secondary School Students Regarding HIV and AIDS in Kuria East Sub- County, Kenya
Marwa, Immaculate N.; Obey, Jackie K.; Amimo, Fred (British Journal of Medical and Health Research, 2016-02)HIV and AIDS continue to be a heavy burden to most individuals, families and countries especially in the developing countries. Empowerment of the youth regarding HIV and AIDS can have a lifelong influence on their behaviour ... -
Determination of iron content in selected indigenous green leafy vegetables in Baraton, Kenya.
Swamy, T.Anthoney; Kerubo, Nyabwari Loice; Obey, Jackie K.; Hillary, Magut (2016-03)A study was done to determine the level of iron in selected indigenous vegetables using UV-vis spectrophotometric method. The four indigenous vegetables that was frequently consumed by Baraton families were; amaranths, ... -
Evaluation of in vitro antibacterial activity in Senna didymobotrya roots methanolic-aqua extract and the selected fractions against selected pathogenic microorganisms
Swamy, T.Anthoney; Ngule, Chrispus Mutuku; Obey, Jackie K.; Edwin, Akumu; Ngule, Makau Elijah (International Journal of Current Microbiology and Applied Sciences, 2014)The study was done to evaluate antibacterial activity in Senna didymobotrya roots methanolic-aqua extract and the selected fractions against selected pathogenic bacterial organisms. The aqueous fraction of S. didymobotrya ... -
In vitro Antibacterial activity of ethanolic extract of Myrsine africana against laboratory strains of pathogenic organisms
Obey, Jackie K.; Swamy, Anthoney; Timothy, Lasiti; Rachel, Makani (INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOASSAYS, 2016-03-15)The determination of the antibacterial activity (zone of inhibition) and minimum inhibitory concentration of medicinal plants a crucial step in drug development. In this study, the antibacterial activity and minimum ... -
IN VITRO ANTIBACTERIAL ACTIVITY OF ETHANOLIC EXTRACT OF PITTOSPORUM VIRIDIFLORUM LEAVES EXTRACT AGAINST LABORATORY STRAINS OF SELECTED MICROORGANISMS
Swamy, T.Anthoney; Obey, Jackie K.; Kipngetich, Terer Erick; Miyogo, Miyogo (2014-09-13)The aim of this study was to analyse the antibacterial Activity of Pittosporum viridiflorum leaves extract against laboratory strains of selected microorganisms. Infusions of the bark of P. viridiflorum are used to ... -
In Vitro Antibacterial activity of Methanolic-aqua extract of Tragia brevipes Leaves
Swamy, T.Anthoney; Ngule, Chrispus Mutuku; Obey, Jackie K. (2014-02)The plant Tragia brevipes is used traditionally as purgative and in the treatment of stomach problems, in the lower eastern part of Kenya. The aim of this research was to evaluate the antibacterial activities of the crude ... -
IN VITRO ANTIBACTERIAL ACTIVITY OF THE AQUA EXTRACT OF PHYTOLACCA DODECANDRA ROOTS AGAINST LABORATORY STRAINS OF SELECTED HUMAN PATHOGENIC ORGANISMS
Swamy, T.Anthoney; Obey, Jackie K.; Miyogo, Edwin O; Terer, Erick (INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOASSAYS, 2015-02-26)The aim of this study is to test the antibacterial activity of the aqua extract of Phytolacca dodecandra roots against Bacillus cereus, Staphylococcus epidermidis, Streptococcus pyogenes, Escherichia coli, Serratia ... -
In Vitro control of selected pathogenic organisms by Vernonia adoensis roots
Swamy, T.Anthoney; Obey, Jackie K.; Ngule, Chrispus Mutuku (INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PHARMACY & LIFE SCIENCES, 2013-08)The main aim of conducting this study was to evaluate antibacterial activity of methanol–water extract of Vernonia adoensis roots against Salmonella typi, Klebsiella sp, Bacillus cereus, Streptococcus pyogenes, E. coli, ... -
In vitro evaluation of antibacterial activity of infused Cola nitida seeds
Obey, Jackie K.; Swamy, T.Anthoney (International Jounal of Current Microbiology and Applied Sciences, 2014)The aim of the current work is to investigate the antibacterial activity of infused Cola nitida seeds. Antibacterial screening was done using agar well diffusion method against Bacillus cereus, Serratia marcescens, ... -
The Knowledge on Lassa fever Management among Healthcare Workers in Maryland County, Liberia
Payne-Barclay, Neonora Ade; Obey, Jackie K.; Ramasamy, Poornima (Journal of Public Health, 2021-08)This research study examined the Knowledge on Lassa fever Management among Healthcare Workers in Maryland County, Liberia.. This virus is transmitted by the rodent of the genus Mastomys natalensis commonly known as the ... -
PHYTOCHEMICAL ANALYSIS OF VERNONIA ADOENSIS LEAVES AND ROOTS USED AS A TRADITIONAL MEDICINAL PLANT IN KENYA
Swamy, T.Anthoney; Obey, Jackie K.; Mutuku, Ngule Chrispus (International Journal of Pharmacy and Biological Sciences, 2013-09)Medicinal plants play an important role in the treatment of various sicknesses in Kenya and the whole world. Vernonia adoensis is one of such plants used traditionally in Kenya to treat illness such as gonorrhea. The main ... -
PHYTOPHARMACOLOGICAL ANALYSIS OF METHANOLIC-AQUA EXTRACT (FRACTIONS) OF SENNA DIDYMOBOTRYA ROOTS
Swamy, T.Anthoney; Ngule, Chrispus Mutuku; Obey, Jackie K. (International Journal of Bioassays, 2013-09)The study was carried to analyze the phytochemical constituents of the Senna didymobotrya roots. The plant samples were extracted using methanol and water in the ratio of 9:1. The crude extract was disintegrated ... -
PHYTOPHARMACOLOGICAL EVALUATION OF LANTANA CAMARA LEAVES’ SMOKE
Akumu, Edwin O; Swamy, T.Anthoney; Ngule, Chrispus Mutuku; Obey, Jackie K.; Edwin, Miyogo (International Journal of Pharmacy and Biological Sciences, 2014)Lantana camara has been named as one of the most important medicinal plants in the world. The plant has been used in various communities for treatment against various diseases. The plant has been found to have antibacterial ... -
PRELIMINARY PHYTOCHEMICAL SCREENING OF METHANOLIC–AQUA EXTRACT OF ACANTHOSPERMUM AUSTRALE LEAVES
Swamy, T.Anthoney; Ngule, Chrispus Mutuku; Obey, Jackie K. (International Journal of Bioassays, 2013-09)The study was carried to analyze the phytochemical constituents of the Acanthospermum australe. The plant samples were extracted using methanol and water in the ratio of 9:1. From the study the extract of Acanthospermum ... -
Prevalence of Gender-Based Violence among Pregnant Women attending Antenatal Care at a Tertiary Health Institution in Benin City, Nigeria
Giftson, Musa Adah; Obey, Jackie K.; Ramasamy, Poornima; Osaikhuwuomwan, James A. (2017-09)Objective: The aim of the study was to determine the socioeconomic/demography and prevalence of gender-based violence among pregnant women attending antenatal care clinic (ANCC) at University of Benin Teaching Hospital ...