A5091770714- Global Maternal and Child Health
- Health Systems, Economic Evaluations, Quality of Life
- Malaria Research and Control
- Mosquito-borne diseases and control
- Vaccine Coverage and Hesitancy
- Healthcare Systems and Reforms
- COVID-19 epidemiological studies
- HIV/AIDS Impact and Responses
- Global Public Health Policies and Epidemiology
- Environmental and Social Impact Assessments
- HIV/AIDS Research and Interventions
- Psychological Well-being and Life Satisfaction
- Health Sciences Research and Education
- Travel-related health issues
- SARS-CoV-2 and COVID-19 Research
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia research
- Health Policy Implementation Science
- Healthcare Policy and Management
- Mining and Resource Management
- HIV-related health complications and treatments
- Chronic Disease Management Strategies
- Global Health Care Issues
- Psychological and Temporal Perspectives Research
- Health and Well-being Studies
- Delphi Technique in Research
University of Ghana
2016-2025
Childhood cancer is not a high priority in health care financing for many countries, including Ghana. Delayed seeking and treatment abandonment, often due to the financial burden of families, are common reasons relatively low overall survival (OS) low-and middle-income countries. In this study, we analyzed cost-effectiveness extending insurance coverage children with Burkitt lymphoma (BL) We developed Markov model Microsoft Excel estimate costs effects BL when National Health Insurance...
<title>Abstract</title> <bold>Background: </bold>The outbreak of SARS-CoV-2 has led to numerous cases and deaths globally. Ghana Benin are two Africa countries which prioritized vaccination, introducing them as early March 2021 alongside non-pharmaceutical interventions (NPIs) mitigate the epidemiological socio-economic impact COVID-19. This study quantified vaccination coverage on cases, averted, hospital resources, economic impacts compared a scenario without vaccination. <bold>Methods:...
Although the use of evidence products has been identified as beneficial in improving reproductive, maternal and child health, very little is known about processes that facilitate these by frontline Maternal, Newborn Child Health Reproductive (RNCH/RCH) practitioners decision-making on issues confront them their line work. The study examined nature, processes, barriers, to for care MNCH/RCH staff selected health facilities Ghana. Using a qualitative case design, interviews 24 RNCH/RCH across...
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Managing HIV alongside chronic conditions such as hypertension and diabetes present significant economic challenges for households, especially in low-and middle-income countries. These diseases not only reduce the quality of life people living with (PLHIV) but also further increase their burden. This study seeks to examine burden managing PLHIV comorbidities. The cross-sectional cost-of-illness used quantitative data gathered from 56 and/or receiving ART at two Polyclinics Pentecost Hospital...
This study estimated cost of COVID-19 vaccine introduction and deployment in Ghana.Using the WHO-UNICEF Vaccine Introduction Costing (CVIC) tool Ghana's Ministry Health Technical Working Group for Technology Assessment (TWG-HTA) collaboration with School Public Health, University Ghana, organized an initial two-day workshop that brought together partners to deliberate agree on input parameters populate CVIC tool. A further 2-3 days validation Expanded Program Immunization (EPI) other...
Ghana introduced rotavirus vaccine (ROTARIX 1-dose presentation) into the routine national immunization program in 2012 and switched to a different product (ROTAVAC 5-dose 2020. ROTAVAC has lower price per dose (US$0.85 versus US$2.15 for ROTARIX) smaller cold chain footprint but requires more doses regimen (three two). This study estimates supply service delivery costs associated with each product, involved switching products, compares cost-effectiveness of both products over next ten...
In 2003, the Government of Ghana launched National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) to enable all Ghanaian residents have access health services at point care without financial difficulty. However, system has faced a number challenges relating delays in submission and reimbursement claims. This study assessed views stakeholders on claims submission, processing re-imbursement under NHIS how that affected service delivery Ghana. The employed qualitative methods where in-depth interviews were...
This study seeks to compare the performance of HRP2 (First Response) and pLDH/HRP2 (Combo) RDTs for falciparum malaria against microscopy PCR in acutely ill febrile children at presentation follow-up. is an interventional that recruited < 5 years who reported health facilities with a history fever within past 72 h or documented axillary temperature 37.5 °C. Using longitudinal approach, recruitment follow-up participants was done between January May 2012. Based on results HRP2-RDT screening,...
Streptococcus pneumonia is responsible for 18% of infant deaths in Ghana. With co-financing from Gavi 2012, Ghana introduced the PCV13 into childhood immunization programme to reduce burden pneumonia. However, will graduate fully self-financing phase 2026, when nation assumes full responsibility paying PCV13. This research aims evaluate health impact and cost-effectiveness since its implementation after cessation support Gavi.
This study assessed the impact of Ghana's Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Akoben programme, a rating and disclosure tool which seeks to promote better environmental performance in mining manufacturing industries Ghana. Using case approach, audit report card for company was analyzed over three-year period (2009–2011) based on 7-criteria – legal requirements, hazardous on-site waste management, toxic emissions monitoring reporting, best practice complaint corporate social responsibility....
The Affordable Medicine Facility-malaria (AMFm) was an innovative global financing mechanism for the provision of quality-assured artemisinin-based combination therapy (ACT) across both private and public health sectors in eight countries sub-Saharan Africa. This study evaluated effectiveness AMFm subsidies increasing access to ACT Ghana documented malaria management practices at household community levels during implementation AMFm.This study, conducted four regions between January, 2011...
Malaria is one of the most challenging public health concerns in developing world. To address its impact endemic regions, several interventions are implemented by stakeholders. The Affordable Medicine Facility-malaria (AMFm) an example such interventions. Its activities include communication to enhance knowledge caregivers children under five years, licensed chemical sellers (LCS) and prescribers on malaria management with artemisinin-based combination therapy (ACT). This study was conducted...
### Summary box The COVID-19 pandemic underscores that infectious disease is a global challenge. For many diseases, vaccines are the best tools available for control and elimination. Vaccines helped eliminate smallpox reduce annual measles deaths from 2.6 million before widespread vaccination to 140 000 in 2018.1 avert two three million annually, they often touted as one of most cost-effective health interventions.1 Since diseases do not recognise borders, vaccine deployment requires...
Background Work-related stress is a prevailing concern within the community of Certified Registered Anesthetists (CRAs), significantly impacting both health and professional performance these individuals. This study aimed to assess work-related its influencing factors among CRAs practicing in Greater Accra region was examined. Methods Using convenience sampling techniques, data were gathered from 140 participants via Google form questionnaire distributed through WhatsApp. Descriptive...
Road traffic accidents (RTAs) are a prominent contributor to both mortality and morbidity, particularly affecting individuals aged 5-29 years. Injuries impose substantial physical economic burden on individuals, households, governments, in African nations. Thus, our study focuses assessing the cost of road within context St. Joseph Hospital, Koforidua. A cross-sectional survey was conducted at Emergency Unit Hospital with sample size 291 patients. patient perspective used costing management...
Introduction The intersection of infectious diseases, such as HIV, with chronic conditions like hypertension and diabetes poses a significant challenge in global health. While advancements antiretroviral therapy have transformed HIV into manageable condition, growing number individuals now grapple coexisting non-communicable impacting their Health-Related Quality Life (HRQoL). Despite strides care, there is notable policy gap that undermines efforts to address HIV-associated co-morbidities,...
Abstract Background Without a cure, antiretroviral therapy (ART) continues to be the primary mode of managing HIV, transforming it from formerly lethal disease less severe one. Adherence ART can impacted by several factors, including poor quality care. Methods A quantitative cross-sectional study design was used assess factors that influence adherence among adults receiving care at two health facilities in Accra. structured interviewer-administered questionnaire collect data on associated...
Clinical studies, particularly in the context of HIV/AIDS, have utilized health-related quality life (HRQoL) and health state utility values to assess both clinical economic implications. Improvement HIV management with antiretroviral therapy (ART) has coincided an increased morbidity chronic conditions such as diabetes hypertension among people living HIV. The study offers empirical evidence establishing a link between HIV, comorbidities like diabetes, their collective impact on HRQoL.
Introduction Worldwide, countries have the challenge of meeting ever-increasing demand for healthcare amidst limited resources. While priority setting is necessary in all settings, it especially critical low- and middle-income because their often-low budgetary allocations health. Despite long history disease programmes supported by Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis Malaria (GFATM) Ghana, there evidence on approaches used three programmes. This study aimed at exploring priority-setting...