A5027842665- Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health
- Global Maternal and Child Health
- HIV/AIDS Research and Interventions
- Child Nutrition and Water Access
- Intimate Partner and Family Violence
- Poverty, Education, and Child Welfare
- HIV, Drug Use, Sexual Risk
- Reproductive Health and Contraception
- HIV/AIDS Impact and Responses
- Sex work and related issues
- Food Security and Health in Diverse Populations
- Demographic Trends and Gender Preferences
- Blood Pressure and Hypertension Studies
- Patient-Provider Communication in Healthcare
- Medication Adherence and Compliance
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- School Health and Nursing Education
- Malaria Research and Control
- Family Dynamics and Relationships
- Child Nutrition and Feeding Issues
- Global Public Health Policies and Epidemiology
- Assisted Reproductive Technology and Twin Pregnancy
- Bipolar Disorder and Treatment
- Child and Adolescent Psychosocial and Emotional Development
- Reproductive Health and Technologies
University of Ghana
2016-2025
University of Nusa Cendana
2021-2024
Institute for Human Development
2021
Haramaya University
2019
Population Council
2019
Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad
2014
OMV Petrom (Romania)
2008
Young people aged 10-24 years represent one-third of the Ghanaian population. Many are sexually active and at considerable risk negative health outcomes due to inadequate sexual reproductive knowledge. Although growing international evidence suggests that parent-child communication has positive influence on young people's behaviours, this subject been poorly studied among families. This study explored extent patterns communication, topics commonly discussed by parents.A cross-sectional...
Little is known about the multilevel social determinants of adolescent sexual and reproductive health (SRH) that shape use family planning (FP) among young women in Africa. We conducted in-depth, semi-structured, qualitative interviews with 63 aged 15-24 years Accra Kumasi, Ghana. used purposive, stratified sampling to recruit from community-based sites. Interviews were English or local languages, recorded, transcribed verbatim. Grounded theory-guided thematic analysis identified salient...
Adolescent pregnancy contributes to high maternal mortality rates in Sub-Saharan Africa. We explored stigma surrounding adolescent sexual and reproductive health (SRH) its impact on young Ghanaian women’s family planning (FP) outcomes. conducted in-depth, semi-structured interviews with 63 women ages 15-24 recruited from facilities schools Accra Kumasi, Ghana. Purposive sampling provided diversity reproductive/relationship/socioeconomic/religious characteristics. Using both deductive...
This study aimed to determine the burden of depression, suicidal ideation and behaviour amongst adolescents at sites in six sub-Saharan African countries examine associated risk protective factors.Household-based cross-sectional involving male female ages 10-19 years. A total 7,662 from eight participated survey. Three were urban: Dar es Salaam (Tanzania), Harar (Ethiopia) Ibadan (Nigeria); five rural: Dodoma Iganga/Mayuge (Uganda), Kersa (Ethiopia), Ningo Prampram (Ghana) Nouna (Burkina...
Abstract Background In sub-Saharan Africa HIV transmission is a major challenge in adolescents, especially among girls and those living urban settings. Major international efforts have aimed at reducing sexual of HIV. This analysis aims to assess the trends prevalence by gender as well urban–rural disparities. Methods data ages 15–19 years were obtained for 31 countries with national survey since 2010 23 one circa 2005 recent 2015. Country medians average annual rates changes used summarize...
<title>Abstract</title> <bold>Background</bold> Young sexual minority men (YSMM) living in slums face high risks of contracting HIV due to poverty and limited healthcare access. Certain areas Accra's have much higher rates than the national average, around 7% compared 2%. YSMM these struggle access services, lower perceptions risk, less education, poverty, leading low testing. These also encounter increased stigma because where they live, like slum area known as "Old Fadama" or "Sodom...
The objective of this study was to evaluate gender differences in nutritional status, dietary intake, physical activity and hand hygiene among adolescents from diverse geographical settings sub-Saharan Africa.This utilised cross-sectional data six countries (Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Ghana, Nigeria, Tanzania Uganda) within the ARISE Adolescent Health Survey (n = 7625). Body mass index (BMI) calculated using measured heights weights, z-scores were based on 2007 WHO growth standards for age sex....
Postpartum contraception is important for spacing and limiting childbirth. Although the use of modern has been shown to reduce maternal child morbidities mortalities, postpartum women have one highest unmet needs family planning. Inter-birth intervals less than 24 months adverse effects on both mother child, yet very limited empirical evidence exist contraceptive among in Ghana. This study sought determine prevalence determinants Tema Metropolis, Ghana.A facility-based cross-sectional survey...
Abstract Background Adolescent sexual and reproductive health (ASRH) is a major public concern in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). However, inequalities ASRH have received less attention than many other priority areas, part due to limited data. In this study, we examine key indicators. Methods We analyzed national household surveys from 37 countries SSA, conducted during 1990–2018, trends adolescent behaviors related early marriage, childbearing debut among adolescents using data respondents 15–24...
In Ghana, men who have sex with (MSM) are estimated to be 11 times more likely living HIV than the general population. Stigmas at intersection of HIV, same-sex and gender non-conformity potential key drivers behind this outsized disease burden. Healthcare workers (HCWs) essential prevention, care treatment can also sources stigma for people MSM. This article describes process results adapting an evidence-based stigma-reduction HCW training curriculum address among HCWs in Greater Accra...
Abstract Background Worldwide, pregnancy termination due to unintended is crucial in maternal health, particularly settings where abortion laws are restrictive. Presently, there a paucity of literature on determinants induced among women reproductive age Sierra Leone. The study findings could be used improve the country's mortality indices and inform health programs policies geared toward tackling abortion. Methods We analyzed secondary data from 2013 2019 Leone Demographic Health Surveys....
Using our previously developed and tested Adolescent Sexual Reproductive Health (SRH) Stigma Scale, we investigated factors associated with perceived SRH stigma among adolescent girls in Ghana.
This study examined the feasibility and acceptability of an evidence-based HIV prevention programme for men who have sex with (MSM) in Ghana through a participatory approach. The involved 57 self-identified adult cisgender MSM led by community-based organisation collaboration local nurses. We used explanatory mixed-method design to evaluate programme. computed descriptive statistics, relative frequency, paired proportionate analysis survey data subjected focus groups summative content...
Background Men with have sex men (MSM) in Africa face high levels of stigma due to elevated HIV exposure (actual or perceived), same-sex practices, and gender non-conformity. These stigmas are documented barriers prevention treatment. Most stigma-reduction interventions focused on single-level targets (e.g., health care facility level [HCF]) addressed one type HIV), without engaging the multiple intersecting that MSM encounter. Determining feasibility acceptability multi-level intervention...
BackgroundDespite lifelong and detrimental effects, the co-occurrence of health risk behaviors (HRBs) during adolescence remains understudied in low- middle-income countries. This study examines HRBs its correlates among adolescents sub-Saharan Africa, China, India.MethodsA multi-country cross-sectional was conducted 2021–2022, involving 9697 (aged 10–19 years) from eight countries, namely Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, India, Ghana, Nigeria, Tanzania, Uganda. A standardized questionnaire...
Ethiopia is a signatory to various international conventions, regional charters, and protocols related violence against women, yet many women suffer domestic violence. To date, very little known about how these conventions are being implemented, the barriers associated with their implementation. This study explored implementation of prevention policies programs in northwestern Ethiopia. We conducted qualitative using in-depth interviews, key informant focus group discussions among 43...
Young women's experiences with sexual and reproductive health (SRH) stigma may contribute to unintended pregnancy. Thus, interventions rigorous measures assess their impact are needed. Based on formative work, we generated a pool of 51 items perceived around different dimensions adolescent SRH family planning (sex, contraception, pregnancy, childbearing, abortion). We tested in survey study 1,080 women ages 15 24 recruited from schools, facilities, universities Ghana. Confirmatory factor...
Abstract Background Effective control of blood pressure is necessary to avert the risk cardiovascular diseases from uncontrolled hypertension. Despite evidence on benefits hypertension control, rates in Ghana remain low. This study assessed patient-level factors that influence among adults Accra, Ghana. Methods A total 360 hypertensive patients two hospitals were enrolled study. Patient socio-demographic characteristics tabulated and associations between patient estimated using chi-square...