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Official MCNP College Journals (Maiden Issues)
Specialized peer-reviewed research publications across MCNP health and allied sciences colleges.
CHARTULAE
Official Research Publication of the Pharmacy Department (Est. 2024)
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DAGILAP
Official Research Publication of the College of Radiologic Technology
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Official Research Publication of the College of Medical Laboratory Science
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PRIMUM MOVENS
Official Research Publication of the Physical Therapy Department
Visit Portal ↗Advances in Northern Luzon Community Health & Clinical Care
Published by MCNP Research & Development Center • Open Access
Articles in this Issue
4 Peer-Reviewed PapersAssessment of Antimicrobial Activity of Selected Indigenous Flora in Peñablanca, Cagayan Against Clinically Isolated Pathogens
This study investigated the phytochemical constituents and in vitro antibacterial efficacy of crude ethanolic and aqueous leaf extracts of three indigenous plant species collected from the karst landscapes of Peñablanca against multi-drug resistant clinical isolates of Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli. Disc diffusion tests demonstrated significant zones of inhibition (p < 0.01) comparable to standard ciprofloxacin controls.
Diagnostic Accuracy and Radiation Dose Reduction in Pediatric Chest Digital Radiography Protocols
Evaluated the image contrast-to-noise ratio (CNR) and dose-area product (DAP) across 150 pediatric chest radiographic examinations using optimized exposure parameters in secondary and tertiary diagnostic centers in Cagayan Valley. Results demonstrated a 28% reduction in entrance surface dose without loss of diagnostic image quality.
Nurse Resilience, Compassion Fatigue, and Patient Care Outcomes in Critical Care Units in Northern Luzon
A cross-sectional investigation examining structural empowerment, occupational stress markers, and resilience coping mechanisms among 210 registered bedside nurses in public and private medical institutions in Region II, offering institutional mental health intervention strategies.
Knowledge, Attitudes, and Self-Medication Practices with Antibiotics Among Rural Households in Peñablanca
Community-based epidemiological survey evaluating non-prescription antibiotic acquisition habits, risk awareness, and compliance with prescribed dosage regimens among heads of households in seven rural barangays in Peñablanca, Cagayan.
Journal Information
- Frequency: Bi-annual (June & December)
- Review Process: Double-blind peer review
- Ethics Clearance: Mandatory IERC/PHREB
- Article Processing Charge (APC): None (Institutional Grant funded)
- Plagiarism Threshold: Turnitin < 15% similarity
- Indexing: DOAJ pending, Google Scholar, Philippine E-Journals
Editorial Board
Dr. Christian R. Guzman, PhD, EdD
Dr. Maria Angela Santos, MD, FPHP
Prof. Emmanuel Ramos, RN, MAN, PhD
Prof. Rachel V. Mallillin, MSMLS
Author Preparation Guidelines
Manuscripts must follow the IMRAD format (Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion) with Vancouver or APA 7th referencing. Max 6,000 words excluding references.
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