Hospital preparedness for accidents like fires is essential because fire outbreaks in healthcare settings can occur anytime and require quick responses. Therefore, this study assessed the knowledge of safety emergency among workers, as well predictors workers. An institutional-based descriptive cross-sectional online survey was employed to assess 257 workers from three hospitals Kunene region. Both inferential statistics were carried out using STATA version 18. Frequencies percentages used...

Background: Women's empowerment is a key determinant of maternal healthcare utilization, influencing antenatal care (ANC) quality in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). While ANC crucial for neonatal health outcomes, disparities persist service uptake Ghana. This study examines the association between women's empowerment, measured using Survey-based Women’s emPowERment (SWPER) index, receipt Methods: A cross-sectional analysis was conducted 2022 Ghana Demographic Health Survey (GDHS)...

<title>Abstract</title> <bold>Introduction:</bold>Female genital mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C) is a global health issue that has severe social and psychological consequences for women girls. In Kenya, the prevalence of FGM/C varies by area time. considered violation human rights, studies demonstrate it done in variety places. This study seeks to investigate trends associated factors among productive-aged Kenya. The purpose identify practice female mutilation Kenya through four waves Demographic...

<title>Abstract</title> ABSTRACT Introduction: Female genital mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C) is a global health issue that has severe social and psychological consequences for women girls. In Kenya, the prevalence of FGM/C varies by area time. This study investigates trends associated factors among reproductive-aged in Kenya through four waves Demographic Health Surveys (KDHS) from 2003 to 2022. Methods: The employed cross-sectional using data KDHS sample included (n=8175), 2008-09 (n=8442),...

<title>Abstract</title> Background Exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) for the first six months of life is critical infant health and maternal well-being, yet Nigeria’s EBF rates remain suboptimal at 23–28.7%, far below WHO’s 2030 target 70%. This study identifies individual community-level predictors in Nigeria, using nationally representative data to inform targeted interventions. Methods A cross-sectional analysis 2018 Nigeria Demographic Health Survey (NDHS), involving 1,232 infants under...

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are responsible for a high burden of morbidity and mortality in many developing countries especially among adolescents. Adolescents predisposed to STIs because they more likely engage unhealthy lifestyles. However, these adolescents have limited knowledge the use barriers sexual reproductive health information care services. This study explored Senior High School Wa Municipality Ghana. The designed as descriptive cross-sectional research. A multistage...

Introduction Perinatal mortality remains a pressing concern, especially in lower and middle-income nations. Globally, 1 72 babies are stillborn. Despite advancements, the 2030 targets challenging, notably sub-Saharan Africa. Post-war Liberia saw 14% spike perinatal between 2013 2020, indicating urgency for in-depth study. Objective The study aims to investigate predictors of using 2019–2020 Demographic Health Survey datasets. Methods In two-stage cluster design from Survey, 6572 5285...

Abstract Background Caesarean section is an important obstetric intervention that saves the lives of mother and newborn babies. However, its increase global public health concern. Despite tremendous reduction in maternal morbidity mortality, Rwanda has shown a very high incidence CS among mothers recent years. Therefore, this study investigated predictors patient-initiated elective Rwanda. Methods In cross-sectional study, we used nationally representative data from Demographic Health Survey...

Introduction/Aims Anaemia is the most severe pregnancy-related hematological condition globally and affects approximately 32.4 million pregnant women. This study's aim was to identify factors influencing anaemia in pregnancy at 36 weeks Wa municipality. Methods A descriptive cross-sectional study conducted among 410 The participants' haemoglobin levels obstetric variables were extracted from antenatal record books. Data analysed using multivariate binary logistics regression analysis...

Abstract Lymphatic filariasis, also known as elephantiasis, is a debilitating parasitic disease that has been prevalent in various parts of the world, including China and Ghana. This paper explores historical context lymphatic filariasis Ghana China, well fights towards eliminating both countries. The review covered strategies employed by Chinese government to eliminate key lessons can learn from China's success. discussion highlights importance political commitment, multisectoral...

Abstract Introduction Pregnant women worldwide face significant risks from malaria, which can adversely affect both mother and baby. To combat malaria in Cameroon, the WHO, 2004, recommended a strategy including intermittent preventive treatment during pregnancy (IPTp) using sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP), insecticide-treated nets (ITNs), proper management for clinical anaemia. This study explores prevalence predictors of IPTp-SP uptake across individual, community, regional levels Cameroon....

<title>Abstract</title> <bold>Background</bold>: Anaemia is one of the leading causes morbidity and mortality among under-five children in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). has a significant impact on children's health. It can interfere with cognitive physical development, severe situations, it prove fatal. The purpose this study to provide detailed review current prevalence anaemia SSA identify important risk factors under five years, suggest practical solutions for prevention control....

ABSTRACT Background Unmet needs for family planning (FP) among women of reproductive age living with HIV (WRLWH) increase the risk mother-to-child transmission (MTCT) HIV, hindering efforts to control epidemic. These unmet lead unintended pregnancies high-risk mothers, resulting in maternal health complications, and MTCT HIV. This study examines factors predicting FP WRLWH Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Method cross-sectional used secondary data from Demographic Health Survey (DHS) program,...

Abstract Background Women empowerment can enhance and improve women decsions will power to negotiate stand against sensitive issues that affect women’s health sexuality. Practices such as Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) are generally requires education holistic interventions enable its eradication, particularly in sub-Sahara Africa (SSA), where the practice is still pervasive. This study investigated effect of empowerment, using Survey-base Empowerment (SWPER) Global index, on FGM selected...

<title>Abstract</title> Background: Female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C), recognized as a severe form of gender-based discrimination, is harmful traditional practice involving the non-therapeutic alteration female genitalia. The common in Sierra Leone, like other sub-Saharan African countries. It poses serious health risks, including fistula, bleeding, infections, childbirth complications, and increased perinatal mortality. elimination this requires strong will empowerment, particularly...

<title>Abstract</title> Background Exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) is the feeding practice where infants are exclusively fed with breastmilk without anything else for first 6 months of life. Despite its benefits to both mother and child, low prevalence EBF an alarming public health concern in SSA leading highest child mortality attributable inappropriate practice. This study aimed identify factors influencing using nationally representative data from Demographic Health Survey program (DHS)....

<title>Abstract</title> Background Hospital preparedness for accidents like fires is essential because fire outbreaks in healthcare settings can occur anytime and require quick responses. Therefore, this study assessed the knowledge of safety emergency among workers, as well predictors workers. Methods An institutional-based descriptive cross-sectional online survey was employed to assess 257 workers from three hospitals Kunene region. Both inferential statistics were carried out using STATA...

Meningitis is a fatal condition and survivors often face long-term effects burdened their families. It therefore important to understand how families cope with the aftermath of infection. This study examined experiences meningitis patients in Ghana’s Upper West Region support public health interventions. The researchers employed Giorgi phenomenological qualitative method conduct between March April 2023. Data were collected from 40 facilities four District Health Directorates. Sixteen...