Abstract:

The combined effects of limited time to the deadline of the UNAIDS 95-95-95 by 2020 for the epidemic control of HIV, need for early HIV case detection and decline in funding for HIV services necessitated partners in the HIV response to seek cost effective but smarter and result oriented methods of reaching the HIV testing targets which is the gateway to prevention and treatment of HIV, using the partner notification services (PNS) as a key approach.

A descriptive cross-sectional quantitative method was employed to review the performance of PNS after eight months of implementation. A multi staged random sampling was employed to select six health facilities providing comprehensive HIV services. Data from HIV testing services registers utilized within the period were reviewed for testing approaches, gender of clients, and linkage status. The anti-retroviral therapy registers were accessed for confirmation of linkages. Data was collected in excel sheet and transferred to SPSS version 21 for statistical analysis.

A significantly higher positivity rate and linkage from PNS though low coverage was observed. More women were reached than men. PNS needs to be optimized and also prioritized while challenges such as stigma, disclosure and gender issues should be addressed.

Keywords: Index case testing for HIV, provider-initiated testing and counseling, formative evaluation, innovative testing for HIV.

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Abstract:

Background. The emergence of MDR TB poses a great treat to global health. Progress in response to the global MDR/RR-TB crisis is dismal. There is need to intensify efforts.

Methods We mapped the gene experts in Kano state. We reviewed the MDR-TB patients line list using the National tuberculosis and leprosy control program (TBLCP) line listing template. The data was analyzed using Epi Info version 3.5.4 and Microsoft Excel 2007.

Results The number of Cepheid gene Xpert machines increased from 1 in 2013 to 18 in 15 (34.1%) of the 44 LGAs in 2018. A total of 288 MDR TB cases were managed in 2017 and 2018 in Kano state, of which 262 (90.1%) were cases identified within the 2 years, 26 (9.0%) were referred in from other states. Of the 288 cases managed, 225 (78.1%,) were enrolled, 6 (2.1%), died, 8 (2.7%) refused enrollment and 18 (6.3%) loss to follow up. Of the 68151 reported and tested cases, 60479 (88.7%) were MTB negative, 7672 (11.3%) were MTB positive. Of the 7672 MTB positive cases, 7313 (95.3%) were drug sensitive (DS MTB), 280 (3.7%) were MDR TB and 79 (1.0%) were indeterminate.

Conclusions We conclude that there is progress in the MDR TB control program of Kano state with number of gene Xpert machines increased over time. We found improvement in MDR TB enrollment rate by 24.4% from 2017 to 2018. However, there is need to intensify tracking of MDR TB cases for enrollment.

Keywords: Multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB), control, progress, Kano state, north west Nigeria.

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Abstract:

Background. The role of health cost in vaccination programmes cannot be overemphasized: it has contributed significantly to creating and sustaining demand for vaccination services and improving vaccination coverage. In Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), numerous cost approaches have been deployed but these interventions are not without challenges. We therefore aimed to compare the CDC cost of vaccine according to brand name and find out which manufacturer produces the most expensive and the cheapest vaccine.

Methods. We used a quantitative approach and conducted a comparative study using the 5 manufacturers published on CDC website: Sanofi Pasteur, GlaxoSmithKline, Merck, Pfizer, Grifols and their vaccine brand names respectively. We identified cost of each vaccine for children program for September 2019 form CDC website. We also reviewed relevant documents. Secondary Data generated were analyzed manually because the data was small.

Results. The CDC cost for all the vaccine for children program are cheaper than the private sector cost. The cheapest vaccine is Hiberix manufactured by GlaxoSmithKline for both CDC and private sector cost ($9.46 and $ 10.85). The most expensive vaccine is Gardasil manufactured by Merck for both CDC and private cost ($178.14 and $217.11).

Conclusions. It is important to realize that health is wealth and a healthy nation is a wealthy nation! For every $1 spent on childhood vaccinations, United State of America saves $10.90. And CDC estimates that for the vaccination of children born between 1994 and 2018 has saved the U.S. nearly $406 billion in direct medical costs and $1.88 trillion in total society costs.

Keywords: VACCINE, COST, CDC, Sanofi Pasteur, GlaxoSmithKline, Merck, Pfizer, Grifols.

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http://www.who.int/immunization/givs/GAVI_Imm_Forum_piece.pdfWorld Development Indicators 2004, https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/programs/vfc/awardees/vaccine-management/price-list/index.html.

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Abstract:

The Boma Health Teams training report was part of my capstone project. South Sudan like other developing countries has critical skilled human resources for health (HRH) challenges that have dramatically impeded timely delivery of basic health care services. The country is characterized by sparse population settlements, semi mobile communities, few qualified health workers and poor health seeking behavior among some communities and social groups which has hampered effective delivery of health services to all citizens. Only 44% of the population has access to health care services as a result the maternal, new-born and child health indicators are amongst the worst in the world. The training of Boma Health Teams (BHTs) was conducted to address the skilled health personnel gaps by having community owned resource person to deliver health services within reach to increase access and create demand for health care service utilization. The participants were identified and selected within the community by the community. The training was designed and offered through 30% of the time for modified lectures, 20% of the time on skills demonstration and return demonstration using models and Mankins in the training hall and 50% of the time for supervised skills practice at a health facility and community settings. Learning was assessed through written and practical pre-and post-tests.

Keywords: Boma health team, community health system strengthening, human resource for health.

References:

[1].   Human Resources for Health Strategic Plan., 2017-20121. Strengthening Leadership and Management of Health Systems. Juba, South Sudan.

[2].   National Health Policy., 2016-2026. A Community Anchored Health System for Sustainable Health Sector Development. Juba, South Sudan.

[3].   South Sudan Health Sector Development Plan,.2016-2021. One maternal death is one too many. Juba, South Sudan.

[4].   The Boma Health Initiative Strategy., 2016. The Community Health System in South Sudan. Juba, South Sudan.

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Abstract:

Sickle cell disease is the general name for a group of disorders that affect haemoglobin, the red pigment in red blood cells that delivers oxygen to cells throughout the body. Fortunately, Vitamin C has been found to be very vital in improving and sustaining health. This study sought to determine the effect of vitamin C supplementation on the blood pressure and blood count in sickle cell patients. The study was a randomized double blind, placebo –controlled study. The treatment group received 300mg of vitamin C per day for 3 months. The data of 60 subjects were analysed. Vitamin C supplementation increased the mean haemoglobin concentration and haematocrit of the subjects with SC genotype by 2.4% and 2.5% respectively compared to baseline (even though not statistically significant). There was a statistically significant increase in the Mean Copuscular Haemoglobin Concentration of the subjects with SC genotype on vitamin C (from 29.61 to 31.32 g/dl) compared to those on placebo (from 30.44 to 28.5 g/dl) (P = 0.01). Vitamin C supplementation therefore has some beneficial effects on some full blood count parameters of sickle cell patients with SC genotype.

Keywords: Sickle Cell Disease; Vitamin C.

References:

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Abstract:

Background: LLIN is one of the proven interventions adopted by the national malaria program to reduce malaria burden in Nigeria. Despite the marginal high ownership of LLIN across the geo-political zones of Nigeria, utilization among the under-five children is low. The study aimed to identify determinants of household use of long-lasting insecticidal net among under-five children in Nigeria.

Methods: A review of 2015 Malaria Indicator Survey was done. Independent variables include household’s and women socio-demographic and economic characteristics. Outcome variables of interest was LLIN use by persons in household. Univariate, bivariate and multivariate analysis done to identify predictors of HH LLIN use in under-five children. Level of significance was set at <0.05.

Results: Twenty-five thousand six hundred and thirty-nine (66.7%) of under-five children slept under LLIN the night before the conduct of the survey. There was statistically significant association (p<0.05) between age, type of residence, wealth index, fever in the last two weeks before the conduct of the survey, number of mosquito bed nets and number of sleeping rooms.

Conclusion : LLIN ownership among household members most especially the under-five children were still not optimal bearing in mind the need for universal coverage of LLIN. Predictors of LLIN use among under-five children include age, type of residence, wealth index, fever in the last two weeks before the conduct of the survey, number of mosquito bed nets and number of sleeping rooms.

Keywords: LLIN ownership, LLIN utilization, Under-five children, Malaria, Household, Nigeria.

References:

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Abstract:

Elderly in India, older ones (above 80yrs) are growing at a fast pace and these very elderly people are usually weaker, insecure, dependent and suffer more often from age-related diseases ^[4]. A Cross sectional study was done using a Questionnaire along with Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS) to evaluate both physical and mental health of 410 participants above 60yrs of age using a Multi Stage Cluster Sampling technique with 137 samples each from 3 regions of Urban Chennai. Physically elderly complained with Joint pain, Leg pain, Loss of power or sensation, followed by Back pain, Constipation, Chest pain and Neck pain for the past two months. And mentally they complained about Loss of memory, appetite and Sleep. Amongst 233 males &177 females, physically 38.2 % &30.5% and 15.0% &27.7% were evaluated to be with Stage 1 &Stage 2 Hypertension. Amongst males and female, 1.3% and 6.8% were found to be with Severe Depression similarly, 3.9% and 14.1% were Moderately Depressed and 13.7% and 32.8% had Mild Depression while others were normal. Analysis of Chi-square Test for depression with other factors were sleeplessness, being widowed, monthly Income of less than Rs. 5000, Feeling Neglected, Living in Old Age Home and in Joint Family revealed a significant association (p < 0.05) with SPSS11.0. There is a strong association of depression amongst elderly were with External and Family influence which could make way for more studies related to development of Psycho physiological and Psycho social impacts on Geriatric health.

Keywords: Elderly, Geriatric, Depression, GDS, Chennai.

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Abstract:

Department of Health (DOH) the regulator of Abu Dhabi region in UAE launched Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI) on March 21, 2016. Despite this drive for last 3 years, there has been no noticeable changes or initiatives in private health sector. There are different factors that affect the breastfeeding behaviors that may result in sluggish response from private healthcare sector. The purpose of this article is to develop a comprehensive conceptual model that can guide researches investigating the factors affecting breastfeeding behavior. This study will analyze different theories related to breastfeeding to identify common theoretical constructs that constitutes the breastfeeding behavior. Prominent constructs identified will be used to develop a conceptual framework. A methodical survey of existing literatures is reviewed to delineate the factors affecting breastfeeding. The factors are then categorized using the concept of bioecological systems theory to formulate the conceptual model. The conceptual model assumes the breastfeeding behavior as the resultant of interaction between the person, behavior and environment. Breastfeeding is the end behavior, while personal factors is a combination of maternal and infant synergies. Environmental factors are categorized as micro and marco-environmental factors based on their level of influences.

Keywords: breastfeeding, breastfeeding factors, breastfeeding practice, breastfeeding theories.

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Abstract:

Objective: To critically review the preventive strategies of Hepatitis C and its prevalence in Pakistan; and to find out any existing gap in health care delivery, so as to minimize the burden of this major health problem.

Research Design and Methods: This study follows systemic review method and includes randomized control trial studies which focus on preventive strategies of Hepatitis C. Strict inclusion and exclusion criteria for study selection were made and followed. Data’s were properly extracted and analyzed to minimize bias. Different data base was used including Google Chrome, Google, Pub Med, Cochrane Review using key words as Hepatitis C prevalence and prevention in Pakistan.

Results: The results from Randomized control trials studies will compare the benefits in control and cases using risk reduction strategy, drug intervention and are expected to show huge benefits in cases group.

Conclusion: Health education, access to ARVs at government Hospital, stop reusing of syringes, ANC visit for pregnant women, good governance decreases prevalence of hepatitis C.

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Abstract:

The present literature review aims to examine a range of reciprocal effects between alcohol abuse and family relations: as individuals and as a system. The study targets the mutual relationship between alcohol abuse and the family. Alcohol abuse is being examined to affect the personalities of family members and the functioning and interactions of the family as a system. The family in turn is examined in terms of contributing to the onset, alleviation or persistence of alcohol abuse. Accordingly, recovery from alcohol abuse would necessitate the involvement of family members besides the main subject of abuse. An ethnographic study would be used to examine the direct and indirect mutual effect families and alcohol abuse have on one another.

Keywords: Alcohol, abuse, family, systems, recovery, abstinence.

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Abstract:

Out of every 10 women, 9 of them receive skilled ante-natal care but only 4 receive skilled birth attendance. The objective was to assess the knowledge and perception of birth Preparedness and complication readiness (BP/CR) among mothers attending antenatal clinics (ANC) in medina health center. The specific objectives were to assess the knowledge of antenatal mothers concerning BP/CR, the attitude and perception of antenatal mothers about BP/CR, determine the proportion of pregnant women who have BP/CR plan in Galbet ward. The study population was women at 36 weeks attending ANC. A descriptive study was carried out. Data collection was done using questionnaires and interviews. Every client who attended ANC and consented was included in the study. The sample size was 339 mothers. SPSS 18.0 was used for analysis. The study found out that the BP/CR is low at 18%. The most planned for aspect was the care taker (51%) followed by birth companion (49%) and the least was arrangement of a blood donor (22%). Illiteracy affected levels of preparedness in the area. The research recommends to ministry of health to sensitize women of reproductive age on BP/CR. BP should be improved through quality ANC. The government should encourage education of the girl child.

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Abstract:

Introduction: Malaria is a major cause of fever and a leading public health problem in Uganda, causing significant morbidity, mortality and negative socio-economic impact. However, malaria is not the only cause of fever; there are other none malaria causes of fever that must be ruled out before treatment with expensive Artemisinin-based Combination Therapy (ACTs). In 2010 and 2011 World Health Organisation (WHO) and Ministry of Health (MOH) Uganda respectively recommended that all fever cases be subjected to malaria test, provided an appropriate treatment according to test results and tracked. This study assessed the compliancy of health workers in public and private health facilities in four Northern districts of Uganda i.e. Apac, Dokolo, Gulu and Nwoya in implementation of Test, Treat and Track (T3) strategy for malaria.

Methods and materials: Across sectional descriptive study design was adopted. Both quantitative and qualitative data collection approaches were applied to ascertain the extent health workers in the targeted districts adhere to the T3 policy. The study was conducted in 115 public, 22 PNFP and 20 private health facilities. In total 489 health workers, 63 community health workers (CHWs) and seven district officials participated in the study as respondents. Quantitative data were entered and cleaned in EpiData 3.1 and analysed using Stata 12.0. Qualitative data were audio-recorded, transcribed and entered into Nvivo 10 for analysis and coded based on both pre-determined themes as well as those that emerged from the data.

Results: The study showed that adherence to testing was excellent in public (97.1%) as compared to 70.3% in the PFP (P < 0.001). Averagely, 95% of positive cases across the four districts were treated with recommended antimalarial medicines (ACTs). The study found that senior health workers had poorer adherence to T3 compared to their junior counterparts. For instance, on average 64% of malaria negative confirmed patients seen by medical officers received antimalarial medicines compared to 23% and 5% that were seen by nurses and Community Health Workers (CHWs) respectively. We also found that adherence to T3 reduces as you ascend from low level to high level facilities. As such adherence to testing all suspected cases of malaria was highest (100%) at CHWs and lowest (70.1%) at hospital level

Conclusion: Adherence to T3 strategy was found to be dependent to the Health facility level, ownership and level of education and seniority of health workers.

Keywords and abbreviations: Adherence, Community health Workers (CHW), Private for Profit (PFP), Private Not for Profit (PNFP), Ministry of Uganda (MOH), World Health Organisation (WHO).

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Abstract:

The objective of the study was to assess the effectiveness of the Electronic Health Records system (EHR) and the level of adoption by health facility personnel.

This study was conducted between January and June, 2019 at Kalewa Urban Health Center in Ndola, Zambia. This was a pilot secondary case study before EHRs could be rolled out to other facilities. Fifty-six (n=56) representing 94.9% of facility staff.

06 (10.7%) had previously been using EHRs in HIV Clinic before the training under review. 44 (78.6%) of respondents preferred e-first based practice while 12 (21.4%) preferred e-last based practice. 51 (91%) respondents argued that it was not possible to do away with paper-based practice. 38 (67.9%) respondents agreed that members of the community appreciated EHRs use.

The advantages associated with use of EHRs were appreciated by every health worker. Each service point had personnel trained with emphasis to the role each department plays at the facility. The study produced positive results and recommendations would be used to ensure that use of EHRs produced the desired results. The experiences of Kalewa Urban Health Center would be useful as the program is extended to other Defence Force facilities.

Keywords: Electronic Health Records, Defence Force, Logistics Management Information System, Health Management Information Systems, SmartCare.

References:

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Abstract:

Vaccines hesitancy is an established phenomenon that contributes significant health challenges with resultant high morbidities and mortalities. This study examined the impact of health education in resolving vaccines hesitancy and non-adherence to routine immunization schedule among intervention group in comparison to the non-intervention group in Taraba State. Interventions to resolve vaccines-hesitancy and non-adherence to childhood routine immunization schedule in Nigeria is highly needed but inadequate.

Quasi-experimental design used; newborn infant’s mothers accessing immunization in two health facilities PHCC Kona (the intervention group) and PHC Mayo Gwai (the control group) constitute target population explored in this study. Sample size of 20 newborn infant mothers each from the two health facilities, intervention and non-intervention.

The mean age for both intervention and control group are 27.20+ 2.93, and 27.51+ 2.95 respectively. Participants were female, 60% have non-education, 25% have primary education, 15% have secondary education, participants with none and tertiary education 0%. Married [78%] Single [18%]; Divorced [4%]; Widow [0%]; Separated [0%]. The results of appointment-keeping measured at 9thmonth follow-up on a 9-point scale reported for control (𝑋=4.77, SE=0.13 or 64.1%) and for intervention one (𝑋=7.50, SE=0.06 or 94.3%) showed a large effect size (ES) of 2.31(95%CI: 2.74 to 3.88) that was significant at p<0.001.

At the end of the study fully vaccinated were 20 (100%), partial and not vaccinated 0% each. For the control group, fully vaccinated were 5(25%) partially vaccinated 13 (65%) not vaccinated 0 (0%).

Keywords: Vaccines hesitancy, vaccination, routine immunization schedule adherence, vaccines preventable diseases, mothers, and family support health education.

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Abstract:

Water in Zambia, is not equally provided to everyone. For example, out of the population of about 13 million in Zambia, about 5 million do not have access to clean water. This also applies to sanitation in Zambia; about 7 million of Zambians do not have access to sanitation facilities.

In Zambia, water pollution has been seriously affecting the life of humans, plants as well as animals. The eco-system of rivers, streams and lakes is also getting deteriorated due to the contamination of water, through various sources. This condition also leads to the outbreak of numerous diseases, majority of them being lethal and contagious. Although certain natural processes may cause some of the water pollution, however, human activity is the largest cause of our streams, rivers and lakes getting polluted. We get this water from groundwater sources, rivers, and lakes, and after using it, and often contaminating it, most of this water gets back into the rivers, lakes, and streams. The used water from agricultural and industrial practices as well as household use creates wastewater, also referred to as sewage.

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Abstract:

Road safety has become a global issue of concern and concrete effort needs to be espoused at the ground level to dwindle the thousands of lives being lost in road traffic accidents around the world. The present study was conducted to dissect factors contributing to impair driving in Ghana; a case study of the Ashanti region of Ghana and scan the association between impaired driving and road traffic accidents. Cross-sectional study design was used. Questionnaire, alcohol breathalyzer test and focus group discussions were used to collect data. Simple random and convenient sampling methods were used to select participants, who were made up of motor vehicle users, Driver Vehicle and Licensing Authority, Motor Traffic and Transport Department and Ghana Private Road Transport Union. The study participants were 216. 96% of the study participants were males. The average age of the respondents was 45.5. Distracted driving, drugs driving, drunk driving, emotions and fatigue driving were the major causes of impaired driving. 74% of the subjects practice drunk driving. The study found that, drunk driving, fatigue and distracted driving were the major causes of road crashes. Drunk driving causes almost 40% of road traffic accidents and it is related to over speeding. Driving while using a cell phone is the major cause of distracted driving. Most of the motor vehicle users continuously drive more than 8 hours. Loss of lives and property damages are expected to continue if suitable corrective measures are not put in place to peter out the problem.

Keywords: impaired driving, road crashes, safety measures, enforcement.

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Abstract:

Road safety has become a global issue of concern and concrete effort needs to be adopted at the ground level to abate the thousands of lives being lost in road traffic accidents around the world. One of the important and cogent measures for subsidising road crashes fatalities is continuously improving and maintaining good shapes and conditions of our roads. The design of roads plays paramount role in terms of road safety.

This study provides strategies and measures that are concrete to tail off the problem through multifaceted methods which involve effective road engineering solutions at the design stage.

The purpose of the study was to assess road infrastructure situation in Ghana and provide effective measures to recede the problem.

The study seeks to measure how roads are maintained with frequent relaying of road surfaces and markings of road safety signs and also to assess the condition of pedestrian’s footpaths and pedestrians crossing at intersection and measure availability of road signs and signals, pavement, and road lanes.

Cross sectional study design was used to collect data. Ashanti region of Ghana was used as a case study. Open and close ended questions and also focus group discussions were used to collect data from the respondents. The study participants were made up of road users (motor vehicle users and pedestrians), and stakeholders within road infrastructure management. The study participants were 217. The study found that, road infrastructure in the region is strongly associated with road traffic accidents in the region.

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Abstract:

Background: Immunization is considered as one of the key interventions for protection of children against life threatening conditions that are preventable. In India, nearly 8.9 million are missed for full immunization every year. The study was conducted to assess the reasons for partial immunization of below two years children in Raipur district of Chhattisgarh.

Methodology: Out of all villages and urban wards, randomly one urban and one rural area were selected. A community based cross-sectional study was done with 300 children aged below two years. Simple random sampling (using revolving pen) was used to select the first household for the survey. The immunization status of the child was assessed by vaccination card and by mother's recall where vaccination card was not available.

Results: Chhattisgarh has increased its full immunization coverage from 58% in 2002-04 to 76.4%. overall 67% (135/203) children were fully immunized. In urban areas, 74% (74/100) children were fully immunized whereas in rural areas 59% (61/103) children were fully immunized. Dropout rate for BCG to measles rubella vaccine in urban areas was 5%, while, it was 7% in rural areas. Two most common reasons came out to be unaware of missed dose (38%) and fear of adverse event following immunization (28%).

Conclusion: Immunization program has not only failed in achieving its target but is lagging far behind the desired coverage goal. More awareness should be generated among the people immunize their children.

Keywords: Below two years children, immunization, reasons for partial immunization, drop out, full immunization.

References:

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[8].   Reasons for failure of immunization: A cross-sectional study among 12-23-month-old children of Lucknow, India, Rajaat Vohra, Anusha Vohra, Pankaj Bhardwaj, Jyoti Prakash Srivastava, and Pratibha Gupta https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3814854/.

Abstract:

The purpose of the study was to analyze the underlying factors affecting effective solid waste management in the Ghana using the Tamale metropolis as a case. Solid waste management has become a major development challenge in Tamale Metropolitan Assembly (TAMA) in recent times. This deserves not only the attention of the Metropolitan Assembly and the waste management institutions but also concerns of corporate organizations and individuals to find a lasting solution to the problem. Therefore, with the aid of concurrent mixed method design, three main techniques employed in gathering the primary data were: preliminary field investigation, questionnaire survey and face-to-face interview. Findings of the study established that factors affecting effective solid waste management in the Metropolis included inadequate skip supply for storing waste, lack of routine collection of waste and poor methods of waste management. The study also concluded that there were inadequate resources for waste management institutions to effectively collect the waste generated. In the light of these problems enumerated above, the research recommended the adequate supply of skips, regular collection of waste, use of Integrated Solid Waste Management Model (ISWM), proper management of the landfill and adequate resourcing of the waste management institutions.

Keywords: Ghana, Environment, Waste management, Solid waste.

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Abstract:

Introduction: Assessing patients’ perceptions on the quality of health services they receive is an integral part of health service quality management strategies and an important vehicle for improving health services. Zimbabwe has limited data on patients’ perceptions of the quality of maternal and child health services.

Methodology: An analytic cross-sectional study was conducted to determine perceptions of pregnant women attending antenatal care (ANC) on the quality of maternal and child health services at 21 health facilities in 2 out of the 10 provinces. Exit interviews with 190 pregnant women were conducted using a semi-structured questionnaire. Data were analysed using Epi Info, generating measures of central tendency, proportions, bivariate and multivariate analysis.

Results: A majority (84.8%) of participants were satisfied with maternal and child health services. Participants who reported having been given a pleasant welcome [COR=3.37 (1.92 – 5.90)], given clear instructions on how to take medication [COR=2.11 (1.03 – 3.91)], and treated with respect [COR=4.14 (2.37 – 7.33)] were more likely to be satisfied with health services. Patients who visited several departments to get health services were less likely to be satisfied [COR=0.38 (0.19 - 0.67)]. Independent determinants of satisfaction / dissatisfaction include being given a pleasant and warm welcome (AOR=1.38, p=0.01), being treated with respect (AOR=2.14, p=0.03) and visiting several departments to get health services (AOR=0.47, p=0.04).

Discussion: Although a majority of participants reported satisfaction with quality of maternal and child health services, there is room for improvement especially patients’ clinical consultation process and integration of health services.

Keywords: Satisfaction, maternal, child, health services, Zimbabwe.

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Abstract:

Background: Lassa fever is a viral haemorrhagic disease caused by an RNA virus of the family Arenaviridae. The seroprevalence in Nigeria is about 21%. Since 1969, several outbreaks reported in various states in Nigeria. The objective of this study was to investigate and control the Lassa fever outbreak in Ebonyi State, Nigeria.

Methodology: A cross-sectional study was done with laboratory confirmation. Sociodemographic data were collected and recorded on a line list and used for descriptive epidemiology. Blood samples were collected for confirmation by reverse transcriptase-polymerase chain reaction.

Findings: From January 22nd to March 1st, 2019 a total of 92 suspected cases were identified; with most being between 15-44 years, (59.1%), female (62.5%) and from Abakaliki LGA (47.6%). There were 30 laboratory-confirmed cases and 12 deaths with a case fatality rate (CFR) of 40%. Following confirmation, the incidence was highest in those aged 15-44 years (66.7%), and the CFR was highest in the same age group (58.3%). Disaggregated CFR showed a CFR of 25% in males and 50% in females. The Number of days from onset of symptoms to the presentation at the health facility was statistically significant with an odds ratio of 1.3 (1.009-1.700). (P-value < 0.05).

Conclusion: Poor health-seeking behaviour increases the chance of death from Lassa fever infection. It is essential to continue to institute preventive measure like health promotion. it will increase awareness on signs and symptoms as well as service availability of health for Lassa fever management.

Keywords: Lassa fever, Arenaviridae, Incidence, Disease Outbreak.

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Abstract:

Background: The National Tuberculosis Program plan to eliminate Tuberculosis (TB) as a public health problem in Nigeria by 2050 and WHO 90-90-90 target of ending TB may be difficult to achieve without an efficient and effective sample referral system.

Aims: The aim of this study is to critically evaluate the outsourcing of sputum transportation logistics in TB diagnosis, prevention, and control in Nigeria.

Materials and Method: Information was obtained from all the TB testing laboratories in all the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory in Nigeria. Data were extracted from the excel database used for tracking specimen transportation logistics, cleaned and analyzed using IBM-SPSS version 25.0.

Result: This study revealed a steady increase in the number of samples transported from collection centers to testing laboratories from 393 in March 2018 to 5211 in March 2019. Samples transported by 3PLs increased by 508.7% at month 7 (midway) and increased by 1,326% at month 13. Similarly, the number of results transported from testing laboratories back to collection centers increased by 1,121% and 3,166% respectively. Akwa Ibom state recorded the highest number of sample movements; (13.6%), followed by Benue (11.7%) and Lagos state (11.5%). Percentage of sputum results pick-up were above 50% and 69% overall. Sample rejection was low, at 0.25%, indicating effectiveness and efficiency in the system.

Conclusion and Recommendation: The study reported very good performance of 3PL services. However, the low sample transportation in some states requires further investigation and attention.

Keywords: Tuberculosis, Sputum, Sample Referral, Logistics, 3PL, Outsourcing.

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Abstract:

The subject of poliomyelitis cuts across several courses undertaken as part of the requirements for the PhD in Public Health program. It involves issues of public health, use of data in its implementation and monitoring, including education of communities and the population at large on the dangers of the disease and prevention.

In 1988, the Forty-first World Health Assembly adopted a resolution for the worldwide eradication of polio. This resolution marked the launch of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI), a public-private partnership led by national governments with five partners – spearheaded by national governments, WHO, Rotary International, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), UNICEF, and later joined by additional key partners including the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance. This followed the certification of the eradication of smallpox in 1980, progress during the 1980s towards elimination of the poliovirus in the Americas, and Rotary International’s commitment to raise funds to protect all children from the disease.

The main goal of the GPEI is to eradicate polio worldwide using four strategies, namely: strong routine immunization coverage, conduct supplemental immunization activities (SIAs), conduct Acute Flaccid Paralysis (AFP) surveillance and conduct mop up immunization campaigns wherever and whenever the cases are detected. Since the resolution to eradicate polio was adopted in 1988, the number of wild poliovirus cases have decreased by over 99%,

There are 3 strains of wild poliovirus (type 1, type 2, and type 3). Wild poliovirus type 2 was eradicated in 1999 while wild poliovirus type 3 was declared eradicated in October 2019 during the celebration of the world polio day. This paper has been prepared to enhance the reader’s understanding of the disease of poliomyelitis. The paper will present an overview of poliomyelitis in relation to the following

1.  Background to GPEI

2.  Definition of Poliomyelitis,

3.  Transmission and symptoms

4.  Types of Polio

5.  Prevention,

6.  Complications

7.  Challenges to polio eradication

8.  Possibility of eradicating polio?

9.  Progress made toward polio eradication

10. Measures to keep the world free of polio after certification of eradication,

11. Benefits of polio eradication

12. GPEI Monitoring Boards

13. Conclusion

This paper is aimed at creating awareness of the disease to the larger community so as to promote understanding of the importance of eradicating it just as smallpox was eradicated several years ago.

Keywords: Poliomyelitis

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Abstract:

The study identified the causes and effects of teenage pregnancy in kalingalinga compound of Lusaka province. Teenage pregnancy is a case of which the under aged girl usually within the ages of thirteen to nineteen years gets pregnant, it is both a social and economic problem of each and every country that has not been solved. Therefore, the study examined the general causes and effects, and measures and strategies that can be used to prevent teenage pregnancy. Its focus was on women and teenage girls only. And the targeted population was 50 respondents (interviewees) of which 35 were women and 15 where teenage girls.

A non-probability technique which is the purposive (judgemental) sampling method was used when interviewing people. The study, therefore, used a descriptive method to identify the basic causes and effects of teenage pregnancy as they affect our communities. And the main causes are; peer pressure, environmental influence, lack of financial support, lack of sex education, early marriage and media influence. And the main effects are; economic hardship, school dropout, early marriage and pregnancy complications during birth.

It was recommended that the government should come up with sensitization programs in order to notify teenagers about the effects that may arise if they engage themselves in sexual activities. And also, that the government should start to reach out to orphans and vulnerable in every part of a country.

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Abstract:

Background: Diabetes mellitus is a chronic metabolic disorder characterized by high blood glucose levels, either due to insufficient endogenous insulin production by the pancreatic beta cells, known as Type1 Diabetes Mellitus (T1DM) or due to impaired insulin secretion and/or action, known as Type2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM). It is a growing public health problem that poses major socio-economic challenges.

Local context: For a long time, there has been marginalization and neglect of our African traditional foods in favor of western diets and lifestyle. This has culminated in an increased prevalence of Diabetes Mellitus among Cameroonians in general and North West populations in particular. As at now no scientific research has been carried out to seek solutions to this imminent Non-communicable Disease epidemic.

Objective: The general objective of this study was to evaluate the nutritional status, and dietary management of elderly diabetic patients attending the diabetic clinic in the Bamenda Regional Hospital (BRH).

Purpose: The purpose was to provide crucial baseline information that could be used in the planning and implementation of the prevention, control and treatment strategies for T2DM in the Bamenda health district Mezam Division.

Methodology: The study design was a cross sectional explorative and analytic design and the sample size consisted of all one hundred and forty (140) elderly diabetic patients receiving treatment at Bamenda Regional Hospital (BRH).

Results: The results showed that 71% of the participants had no family history of diabetes. Meanwhile anthropometric assessment showed that there was no significant difference (P<0.05) in the mean weight of the patients, even though 86% of the females were obese compared to their male counterparts (14%). The Fasting Blood Sugar (FBS) for all the participants was above the normal range of 126mg/dl.

Keywords: Diabetes, Nutrition, Food, Blood Glucose, and Anthropometry.

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Abstract:

Background and objective: More than half of the global cancer burden of breast cancer is found in low- and middle-income countries. The magnitude of cancer mortality will be directly related to the presentation and effectiveness of efforts to treat cancer. This study aims to determine the presentation, management and outcome of breast cancer in an African setting.

Methodology: Retrospective study of all consecutive histologically confirmed cases of breast cancer in women was extracted from patient’s clinical case notes and histopathology reports. Data was analyzed using SPSS software version 25.

Results & discussions: A total of 107 patients were seen in a period of 5 years with a breast cancer prevalence of 6.6 per 100,000. The mean age of presentation is 44.5 years. 90% presented with Invasive ductal carcinoma and 71% presented with TNM stages 3. 77% had modified radical mastectomy and 42% had chemotherapy. No patient had radiotherapy within the setting.

After six months the overall mortality was 10.3%. Only 8.4% patients were seen in the first follow up while 30% were loss to follow up.

Conclusion: The breast cancer is still a major public health concern in low- and middle-income countries. Late presentation and absence of modern management techniques contributes to the high mortality associated with the disease in this region.

Keywords: Breast Cancer, Presentation, Management, Outcome, Kebbi, Nigeria.

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Abstract:

Study aimed at establishing efficacy of Indoor Residual Household Spraying (IRHS) program in controlling malaria among children under-five in Ndola, Zambia.

Methods: A comparative study conducted at Nkwazi (intervention) and Masala (non- intervention) compound, over a period of six months from October 2017 to April 2018. Sample size; 410 caretakers and 6 key informants. Sampling: Cluster, systematic and purposive, from, 6^th to 30^th April 2018 and 28^th May to 26^th August 2019 respectively. Interview guide, Semi-structured questionnaire and checklist used. Content analysis, univariate and bivariate, SPSS version 20 Chi-square determined association of variables: Demographic, morbidity, knowledge, acceptability, compliance, and outcome efficacy of IRHS.

Results: Malaria incidence was 25.4% among children under five at IRHS intervention area after six months and non-intervention areas accounted 2.1%. 83.3% had positive results and most affected aged 0-1year 46.1%, and 74 were positive, P >0.225. 96.1% and 74.1% of caretakers in Nkwazi and Masala were knowledgeable about malaria, while 43.4% in Nkwazi lacked knowledge on danger signs. IRHS coverage was average n=4. 83.8% of the caretakers said IRHS was useful P< 0.000. 70% had homes sprayed P<0.000. 68.2% in Nkwazi slept in sprayed houses P<0.000. Acceptability of IRHS was average 56% p<0.000. Community sensitization influences sleeping under mosquito net p<0.000. Program officers n=5 reported spraying done at the same time yearly. Refusals accounted 90.2% and 66.3% in Nkwazi and Masala P<0.000.

Conclusion: Malaria morbidity among children under-five continued to increase in the intervention area despite IRHS.

Keywords: Indoor Residual Household Spraying Malaria Comparative.

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Abstract:

Cholera remains the major public health problem in the world. DRC is frequently affected by cholera introduction of 7^th pandemic in the country in 1974. The 2018 cholera outbreak affected Kasai Oriental Province more than 14 years after the previous one despite constant poverty and lack of potable water. Our main objective was to describe this epidemic focusing on Mbuji-Mayi vs. rural area. We conducted a descriptive study using the line listing data. The case definition used was that of the ministry of public health. Analyses were performed using Microsoft Excel 2010. Out of 5,869 suspected cholera cases including 277 deaths (CFR: 4.7%), 3,228 including 144 deaths (CFR: 4.5%) were from Mbuji-Mayi and 2,626 cases including 133 deaths (CFR: 5.1%) from rural area. Mbuji-Mayi with an Attack Rate of 144 cases per 100,000 inhabitants, were less affected than rural area of the Province (AR: 137 cases per 100,000 inhabitants). Vibrio cholera group 01 was incriminated. This outbreak started after 15 years without cholera in city of Mbuji-Mayi but later, also affected rural area. AR and CFR were higher in rural area.

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Health beliefs have long been associated with a lower risk of various diseases, better compliance with medication and less likelihood of relapsing, and Hypertension is a major global public health problem due to its high prevalence with vascular disease, premature death, stroke, renal diseases, and retinopathy. This study aimed to study the health beliefs of elderly male members of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community in Nigeria as they relate to hypertension lifestyle and prevention behaviors. A total of 372 questionnaires were distributed to collect the information using a stratified random sampling technique. A total of 357 questionnaires were retrieved and analyzed using descriptive statistical methods. The study revealed that the majority of elderly male members (72.3%) did not know their family member(s) with hypertension. The level of awareness of hypertension among the respondents was very low (84.3%) while a larger percentage (52.7%) used light exercise as preventive practice. Only 99 (27.7%) had close relations living with hypertension. The respondents were also associated with other complicated issues related to hypertension. A larger number of respondents were unaware of hypertension severity and associated risk factors. The higher degree was more aware of the benefits of hypertension preventative lifestyle behaviors. Based on these findings, enlightenment campaigns and/or health education on hypertension and mode of its prevention should be put in place, governmental and non-governmental organisations, as well as religious leaders, should take hypertension medication compliances seriously.

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