90 research outputs found
sj-pdf-1-inq-10.1177_00469580211056061 – Supplemental Material for Utilization of Health Facility–Based Delivery Service Among Mothers in Gindhir District, Southeast Ethiopia: A Community-Based Cross-Sectional Study
No full textSupplemental Material, sj-pdf-1-inq-10.1177_00469580211056061 for Utilization of Health Facility–Based Delivery Service Among Mothers in Gindhir District, Southeast Ethiopia: A Community-Based Cross-Sectional Study by Demisu Zenbaba, Biniyam Sahiledengle, Diriba Dibaba and Mitiku Bonsa in INQUIRY: The Journal of Health Care Organization, Provision, and Financing</p
sj-docx-1-ehi-10.1177_11786302221131690 – Supplemental material for Work-Related Musculoskeletal Symptoms and Associated Factors Among Academic Staff in Ethiopian Universities
No full textSupplemental material, sj-docx-1-ehi-10.1177_11786302221131690 for Work-Related Musculoskeletal Symptoms and Associated Factors Among Academic Staff in Ethiopian Universities by Demisu Zenbaba, Biniyam Sahiledengle, Diriba Dibaba, Tilahun Tufa, Ayele Mamo and Daniel Atlaw in Environmental Health Insights</p
sj-docx-1-smo-10.1177_20503121211066682 – Supplemental material for COVID-19-related anxiety and knowledge toward its preventive measures among patients with chronic medical illness on follow-up in public hospitals of Bale, East Bale, and West Arsi zones, Ethiopia
No full textSupplemental material, sj-docx-1-smo-10.1177_20503121211066682 for COVID-19-related anxiety and knowledge toward its preventive measures among patients with chronic medical illness on follow-up in public hospitals of Bale, East Bale, and West Arsi zones, Ethiopia by Ahmed Yasin, Tesfaye Asefa, Abule Takele, Genet Fikadu, Biniyam Sahiledengle, Birhanu Tura, Addisu Gemmechu, Mohammed awel Abduku, Demisu Zenbaba, Edao Tesa, Alelign Tasew, Yohannes Tekalign, Adem Abdulkadir, Kenbon Seyoum, Garoma Morka, Adem Esmael, Gemechu Ganfure, Zinash Teferu, Eshetu Nigussie, Alemu Girma, Tadele Regasa, Kebebe Bekele, Abdi Tesema, Makida Kemal, Heyder Usman, Gebisa Haile, Asfaw Negero, Daniel Atlaw, Safi Haji, Mohammedaman Mamma, Damtew Solomon and Habtamu Gezahegn in SAGE Open Medicine</p
Practices of healthcare workers regarding infection prevention in bale zone hospitals, Southeast Ethiopia
No full textIntroduction. In Ethiopia, infection prevention to protect patients, healthcare workers, and visitors from healthcare-acquired infections is one of a number of nationwide transformational initiatives to ensure the provision of quality healthcare services. The aim of this research was to assess the practice of healthcare workers regarding infection prevention and its associated factors in Bale zone Hospitals. Methods. A cross-sectional study targeted 402 healthcare workers using simple random sampling to learn about their practices related to infection prevention. Data were collected in interviews using pretested, structured questionnaires. Returned questionnaires were checked for completeness and then data were entered into a database and analyzed using SPSS Version 20. Adjusted odd ratio (AOR) with a 95% confidence interval was calculated to determine the strength of association, and variables with a p valu
Association between female genital mutilation/cutting and caesarean delivery in singleton births across Sub-Saharan Africa
No full textAbstract Introduction Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C) has significant implications for reproductive health, including childbirth. Women who have undergone FGM/C are more likely to experience complications during delivery, such as obstructed labour, fistulas, and excessive bleeding. While there is evidence suggesting that FGM/C can lead to adverse obstetric outcomes, it is unclear whether FGM/C directly increases the likelihood of requiring a Caesarean section, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa. In this study, we aim to explore whether FGM/C decreases the likelihood of a C-section in singleton births across sub-Saharan Africa. Methods This is a cross-sectional study using Demographic and Health Survey data from Burkina Faso, Gambia, Kenya, Senegal, and Tanzania. The study targeted women aged 15–49 with a total sample of 28,176. Initially, bivariate analysis was conducted to assess the association between FGM/C and C-Section, as well as other covariates. A multivariable logistic regression model was then used to examine the association between FGM/C and the likelihood of C-Section, adjusting for potential confounders. The adjusted odds ratios (AOR) and 95% confidence intervals (CI) were calculated to determine the strength of association between FGM/C and C-Section, after controlling for other variables. Data analysis was performed using STATA™ software version 17. Results Our findings show that approximately 6800, 37.06% (95% CI 36.37, 37.76%) of women across the 5 sub-Saharan African countries reported they had undergone female genital mutilation. The data reveals that about 2280 (8.09%, 95% CI 7.78, 8.42%) women had singleton birth in the past 5 years through caesarean section. After controlling for potential confounders, it was found that women who had undergone FGM were 31% less likely to have Cesarean sections (AOR = 0.69, 95% CI 0.56, 0.84). On the other hand, there was higher likelihood of C-section rate among women at first birth 31–36 years (AOR = 1.83, 95% CI 1.07, 3.13). Higher birth weight (AOR = 1.69, 95% CI 1.13, 2.53), and higher education levels for both women (AOR = 1.61, 95% CI 1.23, 2.10) and their husbands (AOR = 1.75, 95% CI 1.34, 2.28) were associated with increased odds of Caesarean sections. Conclusion The study showed that about 2 in 5 women in the selected five sub-Saharan African countries had undergone FGM/C with a high level of between countries disparity in FGM/C prevalence. There was a relatively low prevalence of Caesarean section with variations based on age, education, and wealth. Based on the findings, policy and advocacy efforts should focus on prohibiting FGM/C and engaging community leaders to challenge harmful norms. Public awareness campaigns are essential to educate the public about the risks of FGM/C and the benefits of safe childbirth practices, like Caesarean sections
Trends and prevalence of HIV infection among tuberculosis patients in two public hospitals in Bale Zone, Southeast Ethiopia: five-year retrospective study
No full textPrevalence of Computer Vision Syndrome and Associated Factors among Instructors in Ethiopian Universities: A Web-Based Cross-Sectional Study
No full textBackground. In this globalized and high-tech era, the computer has become an integral part of daily life. A constant use of computer for 3 hours and more per day can cause computer vision syndrome (CVS), which is one of the leading occupational hazards of the 21st century. The visual difficulties are the most common health problems associated with excessive computer use. Therefore, this study aimed to assess the prevalence and associated factors of CVS among instructors working in Ethiopian universities. Methods. A web-based cross-sectional study was conducted among 422 university instructors in Ethiopia from February 02 to March 24, 2021. A structured and self-administered questionnaire prepared by Google Forms was shared among instructors through their e-mail addresses, Facebook, and Telegram accounts. Data cleanup and cross-checking were done before analysis using SPSS version 23. A multivariable logistic regression was applied to identify factors associated with CVS using p value <0.05 and 95% confidence interval. Results. Of the total 416 participants, about 293 (70.4%) were reported to have CVS (95% CI: 65.9–74.5%), of which 54.6% were aged 24–33 years. Blurred vision, pain in and around the eye, and eye redness were the main symptoms reported. Working in third-established universities (AOR = 8.44, 95% CI: 5.47–21.45), being female (AOR = 2.69, 95% CI: 1.28–5.64), being 44 years old and above (AOR = 2.73, 95% CI: 1.31–5.70), frequently working on the computer (AOR = 5.51, 95% CI: 2.05–14.81), and sitting in bent back position (AOR = 8.10, 95% CI: 2.42–23.45) were the factors associated with computer vision syndrome. Conclusions. In this study, nearly seven-tenths of instructors in Ethiopian universities reported having symptoms of computer vision syndrome. Working in third-generation universities, being female, age, frequently working on the computer, and sitting in bent back position were statistically significant predictors in computer vision syndrome. Therefore, optimizing exposure time, addressing ergonomic hazards associated with computer usage through on-the-job and off-the-job training, and making the safety guidelines accessible for all university instructors would be critical to address the problem
Blood Pressure Control and Associated Factors among Hypertension Comorbid Type 2 Diabetic Patients in Southeast Ethiopia
No full textBackground. Hypertension is the main contributor to the morbidity and mortality of patients with cardiovascular disease. Even though hypertension is very common in comorbid type 2 diabetic patients, it is frequently overlooked. This study aimed to assess blood pressure control and its associated factors among hypertension comorbid type 2 diabetic patients in Bale Zone public hospitals in Southeast Ethiopia. Methods and Materials. A hospital-based cross-sectional study design was conducted among hypertension comorbid type 2 diabetic patients. The data were collected using an interviewer-administered structured questionnaire and a review of the medical charts of patients. A simple random sampling technique was used to select the study participants. The bivariate and multivariate logistic regression analyses were performed to assess the association between blood pressure control and its associated factors. Independent variables that showed a P10 years (AOR = 5.2, 95% CI: 1.27, 21.38, P=0.022), participants who attended secondary education (AOR = 3.2, 95% CI: 1.18, 8.87, P=0.023), and being obese (AOR = 4.1, 95% CI: 1.24, 13.49, P=0.021) were significantly associated with uncontrolled hypertension. Conclusion. Uncontrolled hypertension was found to be high among hypertension comorbid type 2 diabetic patients. Patients’ adherence to antihypertensive medication, physical activity, and alcohol abstinence should be maximized. Loss of weight is also crucial, as is the early detection and management of comorbidities
Predictors of Intestinal Parasites among Food Handlers in Goba Town, Southeast Ethiopia, 2020
No full textBACKGROUND: Globally, around 1.9 million people were dying due to food-borne diseases annually, and intestinal parasites infected one-third of the population, according to estimates and more prevalent in developing countries due to poverty. This study assessed predictors of intestinal parasites among food handlers working in Goba towns. METHODS: A laboratory-based cross-sectional study was conducted from October to December 2020. Clean, dry, and leak-proof stool cups were used to collect the samples. The SPSS version 20 computer software was used to enter and clean the data, code it, and analyze it. The researchers performed binary and multivariable logistic regression analyses, with a p value of 0.05 considered significant. RESULT: A total of 98 (34%) of the 288 food workers tested positive for various intestinal parasites. Giardia lamblia was the most common parasite, with 42 (14.6%), followed by Entamoeba histolytica/dispar with 31 (10.8%), Ascaris lumbricoides with 8 (2.8%), Taenia species with 5 (1.7%), and E. vermicularis with 4 (1.4%). Six (2%) of the 98 positive food handlers had two infections. E. histolytica and G. lamblia were the most common parasites found in mixed infections. Hand washing with soap and water before handling food (AOR: 3.06, 95% CI: 1.16, 7.26) and untrimmed fingernail status (AOR: 2.3, 95% CI: 1.14, 4.34) were found to be strongly linked to intestinal parasite infection. CONCLUSION: In this investigation, intestinal parasite species were found in 34% of stool samples. Independent predictors of intestinal parasite infection were fingernail status and hand washing with water and soap use before food handling. To control intestinal parasite infection among food handlers in the research area, personal hygiene and ambient cleanliness should be improved
Predictors of perinatal mortality in emerging regions of Ethiopia: Evidence from EDHS 2016.
No full textBackgroundPerinatal mortality rate is one of indictors used to measure the quality of obstetric and pediatric services globally. Compared to developed settings, perinatal mortality rate is higher in low-income countries, indicating societal inequities in health care and a scarcity of prenatal services. It is responsible for roughly 42% of all stillbirth in Sub-Saharan Africa, and 41% of newborn death globally. Despite Ethiopia's efforts to reduce perinatal mortality by improving the quality of care for maternal and child health, perinatal mortality rate is still very high, and as to our search of pieces of literature there is no study in Emerging regions of the country. Therefore, this study aimed to assess the factors that contribute to perinatal mortality rate in emerging region (Afar, Gambela, Somali, and Benishangul Gumuz) of Ethiopia's.MethodsThis study relied on data from the 2016 Ethiopian Demographic and Health Survey (EDHS). The analysis included the outcomes of 4, 070 pregnancies with a gestational age of 7 months or more. A multi-level mixed logistic regression analysis was used to examine individual and community-level predictors, accounting for the data's hierarchical structure. A statistically significant association was determined with a p-value of ≤ 0.05.ResultsOf the 4,070 (weighted) pregnancies in total, 432 (57.36%) children were born to women with a mean age of 28.68 ± 6.53 (ages ± SD). The overall perinatal mortality rate in emerging regions of Ethiopia was 36 deaths per 1,000 pregnancies. The study found that having a birth interval ConclusionThis study revealed a higher perinatal mortality rate as compared to national average. Maternal age, drinking an unimproved water source, and birth interval were significantly associated with perinatal deaths. Despite the enhanced effort to improve maternal and child services, there is still a need for more attention to these interconnected issues helps to reduce effectively the perinatal mortality rate in emerging regions of Ethiopia. Future researchers may benefit from focusing on strong study designs to investigate further the determinants of perinatal mortality, and policymakers good to pay special attention to incorporating the findings into policy
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