A5083374244- Global Maternal and Child Health
- Parasites and Host Interactions
- Malaria Research and Control
- Vaccine Coverage and Hesitancy
- Pharmaceutical Economics and Policy
- Vibrio bacteria research studies
- Health Systems, Economic Evaluations, Quality of Life
- HIV/AIDS Research and Interventions
- Identification and Quantification in Food
- Antibiotic Resistance in Bacteria
- Mosquito-borne diseases and control
- Healthcare Systems and Reforms
- Maternal Mental Health During Pregnancy and Postpartum
- Maternal and Perinatal Health Interventions
- Child Nutrition and Water Access
- SARS-CoV-2 and COVID-19 Research
- Biosimilars and Bioanalytical Methods
- Global Health and Surgery
- Salmonella and Campylobacter epidemiology
- Parasite Biology and Host Interactions
- Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health
- Global Health Workforce Issues
- Metastasis and carcinoma case studies
- Retinal and Optic Conditions
- Ocular Infections and Treatments
University of Ghana
2004-2025
Indepth Network
2024
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
2022
London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine
2021
University of Leeds
2021
Ghana Health Service
2021
University of London
2021
Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine
2008-2013
University of York
2010-2011
Erasmus MC
2004-2010
Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) vaccine-related side effects have a determinant role in the public decision regarding vaccination. Therefore, this study has been designed to actively monitor safety and effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines globally.
Schistosomiasis causes long-term illness and significant economic burden. Morbidity control through integration within existing health care delivery systems is considered a potentially sustainable cost-effective approach, but there paucity of information about health-seeking behaviour.A questionnaire-based study involving 2,002 subjects was conducted in three regions Ghana to investigate behaviour utilization facilities for symptoms related urinary (blood urine painful urination) intestinal...
Over the past decade there has been growing interest in use of herbal medicine both developed and developing countries. Given high proportion patients using Ghana, some health facilities have initiated implementation as a component their healthcare delivery. However, extent to which integrated Ghanaian facilities, how integration is implemented perceived by different stakeholders not documented. The study sought explore these critical issues at Kumasi South Hospital (KSH) outline challenges...
Abstract Background Artisanal mining creates enabling breeding ground for the vector of malaria parasites. There is paucity data on effects artisanal malaria. This study assessed burden and caregivers’ health-seeking behaviour children under five in communities East Akim District Ghana. Methods A cross-sectional involving caregivers their was conducted three Caregivers were interviewed using a structured questionnaire. Finger prick blood samples collected analysed haemoglobin concentration...
Spontaneous reporting of adverse drug reactions (ADR) is an effective means ensuring postmarketing surveillance drugs, and health professionals play a cardinal role through voluntary ADR. However, the pharmacovigilance system in Ghana plagued with under-reporting issues, which public concern.A questionnaire-based cross-sectional study involving 268 at Kpone-Katamanso District was carried out. Data on spontaneous ADR, demographics participants, knowledge, attitudes towards factors that may...
Background Despite the availability of a safe and effective vaccine coupled with awareness potential risk Healthcare Workers acquiring Hepatitis B Virus infection, some HCWs never get vaccinated. Generally, hepatitis vaccination coverage globally is below expected level as adherence has remained poor in various healthcare settings, especially developing countries. The objective this study was to assess completion three-dose virus cycle associated factors among workers Greater Accra Region...
The prevalence of epilepsy in sub-Saharan Africa varies considerably, and the exact estimate for Ghana remains unclear, particularly peri-urban areas where data are scarce. More community-based studies required to understand better actual burden these difficulties accessing healthcare. To adapt validate a household survey epilepsy-screening instrument Shai-Osudoku Ningo-Prampram District Greater Accra Region, Ghana. We developed 17-item screening by modifying previously validated English...
Abstract Background Evidence linking diet and ocular diseases is growing, yet variations persist, with a paucity of data in sub-Saharan Africa. The proposed review will systematically synthesize evidence on dietary factors associated predominant eye disorders (cataracts, refractive error, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, dry disease) the African population. Methods systematic meta-analysis follow gold standard for reporting reviews meta-analysis, thus...
Abstract Background Typically, raw meat can be contaminated with antibiotic resistant pathogens at unhygienic slaughter and sale points. Consumption of E. coli is associated grave health care consequences. The aim this study was to determine the microbial quality meat, antimicrobial susceptibility Extended Spectrum Beta Lactamase (ESBL) production in isolates from meat. Results Total Plate Counts exceeded acceptable limit 5.0 log CFU/ cm 2 60.5% (124/205) samples. Coliform 70.7% (145/205)...
Pregnancy and postpartum-related mental health problems pose serious public threat to the society, but worryingly, neglected in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). This review will assess burden distribution of maternal (MMH) SSA, with aim inform implementation context sensitive interventions policies.
Summary Morbidity control of schistosomiasis through integration within existing health care delivery systems is considered a potentially sustainable and cost‐effective approach. We conducted questionnaire‐based field study in Ghanaian village endemic for both urinary intestinal to determine whether infected individuals self‐reported centres or clinics identify factors that influenced their decision seek care. A total 317 subjects were interviewed about having signs symptoms suggestive...
Clinicians in areas where malaria and typhoid fever are co-endemic often treat infected patients irrationally, which may lead to the emergence of drug resistance extra cost patients. This study determined proportion febrile conditions attributable either and/or susceptibility patterns Salmonella spp. isolates commonly used antimicrobial agents Ghana.One hundred fifty-seven (157) attending Ga West Municipal Hospital, Ghana, from February May 2017 were sampled. Blood samples collected for...
Abstract Background Job satisfaction describes an employee’s motivation and/or feeling of towards his/her work. Globally, healthcare professionals’ turnover and retention play a critical role in the delivery essential health services. In Ghana, however, little has been done to ascertain job levels among human resources for eye-health. The objective this study therefore was assess its associated factors optometrists Ghana. Methods A cross-sectional survey conducted 304 registered licensed...
To assess the determinants of glycaemic control among patients with Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) presenting at Greater Accra Regional Hospital, Ghana.The study employed semi-structured questionnaires and review clinical records 16 years above Diabetes.The mean age participants was 56.6 ± 13.8 years, majority (71.6%) being females. A total 161 (59.4%) had poor (HbA1c ≥8.1%; 95% CI: 53.6 to 65.3%). Poor significantly associated high body mass index patient (AOR 13.22; 1.95 89.80), having...
Background Socio-economic growth in many low and middle-income countries has resulted more available, though not equitably accessible, healthcare. Such also increased demands from citizens for their health systems to be responsive needs. This paper shares a protocol the RESPONSE study which aims understand, co-produce, implement evaluate context-sensitive interventions improve responsiveness needs of vulnerable groups Ghana Vietnam. Methods We will use realist mixed-methods theory-driven...