Globally, little evidence exists on transmission patterns of COVID-19. Recommendations to prevent infection include appropriate and frequent handwashing plus physical social distancing. We conducted an exploratory observational study assess compliance with these recommendations in selected transportation stations Ghana. A one-hour audit 45 public transport the Greater Accra region was carried out between 27th 29th March 2020. Using adapted World Health Organization (WHO) hand hygiene...

<b>Objective</b> To examine the impact of providing rapid diagnostic tests for malaria on fever management in private drug retail shops where most poor rural people with present, aim reducing current massive overdiagnosis and overtreatment malaria. <b>Design</b> Cluster randomized trial 24 clusters shops. <b>Setting</b> Dangme West, a district Ghana. <b>Participants</b> Shops their clients, both adults children. <b>Interventions</b> Providing realistic training. <b>Main outcome measures</b>...

Acceptability of malaria chemoprevention interventions by caregivers is crucial for overall programme success. This study assessed coverage and acceptability Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention (SMC) in selected communities the Northern part Ghana. An analytical cross-sectional design was conducted from "July 23rd to August 4th, 2020—a 12-day period that covered 5 days first SMC implementation cycle 7 post-implementation. Using a stratified multi-stage sampling technique, total 495 providing...

This study evaluated Health Care Workers' (HCWs) knowledge, attitude, perceived compliance, and potential influencing factors related to Infection Prevention Control (IPC) standards in the North Bank East region of The Gambia. was an analytic cross-sectional study, conducted 2021 using a multistage sampling technique. Thirteen health facilities were sampled from Region sample size calculated Cochrane formula, based on healthcare worker population 408, with 95% confidence interval....

Despite years of preventive interventions, Mother-to-child transmission (MTCT) HIV remains high in low- and middle-income countries. This study aimed to identify risk factors associated with MTCT Ghana. A 1:1 unmatched case-control was conducted among HIV-infected mothers their exposed children (184 cases 184 controls) using data from the 2021–2022 HIV-Positive Babies Audit by National AIDS/STI Control Programme Only variables missing values ≤ 5% were included univariable logistic regression...

Studies on healthy individuals that show minor signs of distress and depression—but are not significant enough to be debilitating or report the hospital for treatment—are rare. Our primary objective was measure prevalence depressive symptoms sociodemographic correlates among women 18 years above in urban Accra, Ghana. We used secondary data from Women's Health Study Wave 1 (WHSA-1), a large scale, analytic, cross-sectional study conducted Ghana involving 3183 women. The presence absence...

Abstract Background The Global Fund alone contributed 56% of all international financing for malaria and has invested more than US$13.5 billion in treatment, prevention, control programmes by June 2021. These investments include interventions such as mosquito nets, indoor residual spraying, preventive treatment children pregnant women. However, there is paucity studies assessment to a reduction prevalence. This study was aimed at quantifying the impact household access insecticide-treated...

Abstract Introduction Despite breakthroughs in cervical cancer detection, resource-constrained countries continue to have a disproportionately high incidence and death rate. Mhealth has been identified as an important tool for increasing screening rates Sub-Saharan Africa. We determined whether sending Ghanaian women culturally tailored one-way mobile phone SMS text messages about would encourage the uptake of human papillomavirus (HPV) test. Methods From August November 2016, 88 aged 18 39...

Febrile children seen in malaria hypo-endemic settings, such as the Greater Accra region (GAR) of Ghana are more likely to be suffering from a non-malarial febrile illness compared those hyper-endemic settings. The need for prescribers rely on test results guide treatment practices GAR is even greater. This study was designed investigate factors associated with inappropriate artemisinin-based combination therapy (ACT) prescription.A survey conducted six health facilities 2015. Treatment...

Abstract Background There has been extensive research across the globe to understand barriers and facilitators of cervical cancer (CC) screening. However, few studies have focused on how such information used develop text messages for mHealth screening programs, especially in resource-poor countries. This study elicited facilitators, preferences women regarding modalities delivery health SMS cancer, demonstrates this was create a program among Greater Accra Region Ghana. Methods Four main...

Introduction Dog bite is the second most common injury sustained by humans after snake bites, and it amongst top 12 causes of non-fatal injuries worldwide. Globally, 59,000 human deaths occur annually due to rabies, 95% these in Asia Africa. bites remained a public health concern Ghana, with three out every 1000 incidence resulting rabies. Analysis surveillance data key understanding burden dog Volta region. This study describes epidemiology Region, inform policy on prevention control....

Background The test, treat, and track (T3) strategy is directed at ensuring diagnosis prompt treatment of uncomplicated malaria cases. Adherence to T3 reduces wrong prevents delays in treating the actual cause fever that may otherwise lead complications or death. Data on adherence all three aspects sparse with previous studies focusing testing aspects. We determined associated factors Mfantseman Municipality Ghana. Methods conducted a health facility based cross-sectional survey Saltpond...

Sickle cell disease (SCD) poses a significant health burden globally, particularly in Africa, where prevalence rates are notably high.Hydroxyurea has emerged as promising therapeutic agent for managing SCD, yet its effects on clinical outcomes the Ghanaian context remain understudied.This retrospective study aimed to investigate changes and haematological parameters associated with hydroxyurea use adolescents adult patients living sickle disease.A three-level review was conducted among 105...

Abstract Globally, as little evidence exists on transmission patterns of COVID-19, recommendations to prevent infection include appropriate and frequent handwashing plus physical social distancing. We conducted an exploratory observational study assess compliance with these in selected transportation stations Ghana. A one-hour audit 45 public transport the Greater Accra region was carried out between 27 th 29 March 2020. Using adapted World Health Organization (WHO) hand hygiene assessment...

Abstract Background Misguided prescription of antibiotics is an important contributor towards the emergence and spread antibiotic resistance. The absence effective interventions to control use leads increased consumption beyond needed requirements. Antibiotic stewardship must be appropriately targeted assessed enhance controlled antibiotics. objective this study was determine factors associated with febrile outpatients who seek care in health facilities within Greater Accra region Ghana....

Hypertension remains a cause of morbidity and mortality in the Ashanti Region Ghana. It has been featured top ten causes OPD attendance, admissions, deaths since 2012. We investigated sociodemographic characteristics spatial distribution inpatient hypertensives factors associated with their admission outcomes. A 2014 line list 1715 HPT cases aged ≥25 years was used for cross-sectional analytic study. Accounting clustering, all analyses were performed using "svy" command Stata. Frequencies,...

Despite recent strides made towards reducing the emergence of artemisinin resistance, inappropriate dispensing practices for anti-malarials in both private and public sectors affect treatment outcomes negatively. In Ghana, retail pharmacies are most accessible health facilities managing diseases common occurrence. However, there is growing concern about number patients harmed by errors management malaria pharmacies. Although considerable work has been done this area, several questions...

Background The number of elderly people living with HIV (EPLHIV) has increased significantly as a result antiretroviral treatment (ART) and this brought about variety psychosocial challenges that have an impact on their quality life (QoL). Various interventions been tried or implemented in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) to improve QoL EPLHIV. However, there is paucity data the types effectiveness these interventions. This systematic review, therefore, aims explore available SSA improving Methods...

Abstract Background Tuberculosis (TB) and human immunodeficiency virus/acquired syndrome (HIV/AIDS) co-morbidity continues to be a serious worldwide health issue, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa. Studies on the quality of life (QOL) TB/HIV co-infected patients guide stakeholders delivery patient-centred healthcare. This study evaluated QOL individuals its contributing factors. Methods We conducted cross-sectional among patients, receiving treatment at clinics Northern Region Ghana. Simple...

Vaccines are important public health tools and formed part of the fight against COVID-19 pandemic. Five vaccines were given Emergency Use Authorization in Ghana deployed during Early phase trials mostly not conducted Africans. This study examines safety data their deployment under real-life conditions Ghana. analysed secondary on vaccine-related adverse events following immunization (AEFI) reported to Food Drugs Authority (GFDA) between March 2021 June 2022 using STATA. AEFIs coded with...

Objective: Early detection through screening could improve breast cancer (BC) outcomes in sub‐Saharan Africa (SSA). We explored women’s preferences for BC‐related mobile health text messaging, described the development of a mobile‐health messaging platform, and examined enablers barriers to BC screening. Methods: A concurrent mixed‐method study women aged 40–59 years was conducted. Four essential actions were carried out: (i) baseline survey 130 women, (ii) five focus group discussions...