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View article: Diabetes self-care activities and health-related quality of life of patients with type 2 diabetes in Ho, Ghana: a cross-sectional study
Diabetes self-care activities and health-related quality of life of patients with type 2 diabetes in Ho, Ghana: a cross-sectional study Open
Background Adherence to diabetes self-care activities (DSCA) has been recognised as a major factor to reduce complications and improve the health-related quality of life (HRQOL) of patients with diabetes. However, despite the increasing ca…
View article: ‘Knowing how the machine works’: a novel framework for engaging with the political determinants of health
‘Knowing how the machine works’: a novel framework for engaging with the political determinants of health Open
It is well established that social determinants influence people’s health and well-being. Yet, limited attention is given to the fact that social determinants are, in turn, the result of political determinants. The political struggle betwe…
View article: ‘My mother said it is not good, so I poured that one away’: a mixed methods study on breast feeding knowledge, perceptions and practices in Ghana’s urban slums
‘My mother said it is not good, so I poured that one away’: a mixed methods study on breast feeding knowledge, perceptions and practices in Ghana’s urban slums Open
Background: The World Health Organization recommended immediate and exclusive breastfeeding to give the newborn a healthy start. This paper examined breastfeeding knowledge, perceptions, and practices in two large urban slums in Accra, Gha…
View article: Newborn thermal care practices in two urban slums in southern Ghana: evidence from a concurrent mixed methods study
Newborn thermal care practices in two urban slums in southern Ghana: evidence from a concurrent mixed methods study Open
View article: Strategies to build trust in the conduct of clinical trials: Stakeholders’ views in a qualitative study in Ghana
Strategies to build trust in the conduct of clinical trials: Stakeholders’ views in a qualitative study in Ghana Open
While clinical trials have evolved and improved over time producing significant advances in diagnosis, treatment and prevention of diseases, there are equally key challenges such as feasibility of some clinical trials and most importantly …
View article: Efficacy of communication interventions for promoting blood donation in low‐ and middle‐income countries: A systematic review
Efficacy of communication interventions for promoting blood donation in low‐ and middle‐income countries: A systematic review Open
Background and Objectives In low‐ and middle‐income countries (LMICs), information on the efficacy of communication interventions promoting blood donation is very scarce. The present review aimed to identify specific communication interven…
View article: An exploratory methodological approach to enhancing public health policy in Ghana's mining operations
An exploratory methodological approach to enhancing public health policy in Ghana's mining operations Open
View article: Deferrals for Low Haemoglobin and Anaemia Among First‐Time Prospective Blood Donors in Southern Ghana: Results From the BLOODSAFE Ghana—Iron and Nutritional Counselling Strategy Pilot (BLIS) Study
Deferrals for Low Haemoglobin and Anaemia Among First‐Time Prospective Blood Donors in Southern Ghana: Results From the BLOODSAFE Ghana—Iron and Nutritional Counselling Strategy Pilot (BLIS) Study Open
In Ghana, prevalence of anaemia is higher than the worldwide average and contributes to deferral of blood donors. A cross‐sectional study was carried out as part of a pilot study aimed at improving haemoglobin levels and promoting repeat d…
View article: Correction: Reaching adolescents with health services: Systematic development of an adolescent health check-ups and wellbeing programme in Ghana (Y-Check, Ghana)
Correction: Reaching adolescents with health services: Systematic development of an adolescent health check-ups and wellbeing programme in Ghana (Y-Check, Ghana) Open
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View article: ‘Asram' is not for hospital’: Perceptions and management of newborn illnesses in two urban slums in Accra, Ghana
‘Asram' is not for hospital’: Perceptions and management of newborn illnesses in two urban slums in Accra, Ghana Open
Background: Neonatal mortality remains a significant public health challenge globally, and Ghana is no exception. In Ghana, neonatal deaths accounts for 61% of infant deaths and 43% of under-five deaths. While the illnesses that affect neo…
View article: Prevalence, distribution and predictors of the occurrence of newborn illnesses in two urban slums in Accra, Ghana
Prevalence, distribution and predictors of the occurrence of newborn illnesses in two urban slums in Accra, Ghana Open
Background Neonatal mortality remains a significant public health challenge globally, and Ghana is no exception. In Ghana, neonatal mortality accounts for 61% of infant deaths and 43% of under-five deaths. Few studies have investigated the…
View article: Community beliefs and practices about diabetes and their implications for the prevention and management of diabetes in Southeast Ghana
Community beliefs and practices about diabetes and their implications for the prevention and management of diabetes in Southeast Ghana Open
The local belief that diabetes is caused by spiritual forces, likened to HIV/AIDS, delays at hospitals, and poverty, has affected the prevention and management of diabetes. Incorporating local beliefs and practices into the intervention de…
View article: Thermal care practices among neonatal mothers in two urban slums in Southern Ghana: evidence from a concurrent mixed methods study
Thermal care practices among neonatal mothers in two urban slums in Southern Ghana: evidence from a concurrent mixed methods study Open
Background: In Ghana, neonatal deaths accounts for 61% of infant deaths and 43% of under-five deaths. While there are several studies examining the determinants of neonatal mortality and thermal care practices, few studies have focused on …
View article: Reaching adolescents with health services: Systematic development of an adolescent health check-ups and wellbeing programme in Ghana (Y-Check, Ghana)
Reaching adolescents with health services: Systematic development of an adolescent health check-ups and wellbeing programme in Ghana (Y-Check, Ghana) Open
Background Routine health check-ups may improve adolescent health, but global guidelines are lacking. Phase 1 of the WHO-coordinated Y-Check Research Programme involved three African cities to co-produce a programme of adolescent health ch…
View article: Assessing LLIN distribution implementation using evidence-informed intervention core elements: a qualitative study in a resource-constrained setting
Assessing LLIN distribution implementation using evidence-informed intervention core elements: a qualitative study in a resource-constrained setting Open
View article: The future of public health doctoral education in Africa: transforming higher education institutions to enhance research and practice
The future of public health doctoral education in Africa: transforming higher education institutions to enhance research and practice Open
The African Union and the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a Call to Action in 2022 for Africa's New Public Health Order that underscored the need for increased capacity in the public health workforce. Additional do…
View article: Is it fear or politics? A qualitative exploration of stakeholders’ views on the failed Ebola vaccine trial in Southern Ghana
Is it fear or politics? A qualitative exploration of stakeholders’ views on the failed Ebola vaccine trial in Southern Ghana Open
Background: The negative meaning and rumours associated with the conduct of clinical trials regarding their experimental nature adversely affect trust and their conduct. A typical example of the challenges in conducting clinical trial stud…
View article: Implementation and effectiveness outcomes of Community Health Advocacy Teams to improve long-lasting insecticide net distribution and use in six districts in Ghana: A one-group pre-post-test study
Implementation and effectiveness outcomes of Community Health Advocacy Teams to improve long-lasting insecticide net distribution and use in six districts in Ghana: A one-group pre-post-test study Open
Malaria remains a leading cause of illness and death especially among children and pregnant women in Ghana. Despite the efforts made by the National Malaria Elimination Programme (NMEP), including distribution of Long-Lasting Insecticide N…
View article: Gender differences in disclosure among tuberculosis (TB) and human immune-deficiency virus (HIV) patients reporting in some health facilities in the Greater Accra region of Ghana
Gender differences in disclosure among tuberculosis (TB) and human immune-deficiency virus (HIV) patients reporting in some health facilities in the Greater Accra region of Ghana Open
The study explored the gender differences that exist in patterns and effects of disclosure among TB only and TB co-infected with HIV patients receiving TB treatment in some selected health facilities in the Greater Accra region and how the…
View article: Factors associated with glycaemic control among patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus in Ho, Ghana: A cross-sectional study
Factors associated with glycaemic control among patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus in Ho, Ghana: A cross-sectional study Open
View article: Pilot implementation of community health advocacy teams to improve the effectiveness of long-lasting insecticide net distribution through both campaigns and continuous channels in Ghana: a qualitative study of opportunities and barriers to implementation
Pilot implementation of community health advocacy teams to improve the effectiveness of long-lasting insecticide net distribution through both campaigns and continuous channels in Ghana: a qualitative study of opportunities and barriers to implementation Open
Introduction In Ghana, the National Malaria Elimination Programme (NMEP) distributes long-lasting insecticide net (LLIN) to households for free through the periodic point mass distribution (PMD) campaign and continuous distribution to popu…
View article: Implementation and effectiveness outcomes of Community Health Advocacy Teams to improve long-lasting insecticide net distribution and use in six districts in Ghana: a one-group pre-post-test study
Implementation and effectiveness outcomes of Community Health Advocacy Teams to improve long-lasting insecticide net distribution and use in six districts in Ghana: a one-group pre-post-test study Open
Malaria remains a leading cause of illness and death especially among children and pregnant women in Ghana. Despite the efforts made by the National Malaria Elimination Programme (NMEP), including distribution of Long-Lasting Insecticide N…
View article: Top 10 public health challenges to track in 2023: Shifting focus beyond a global pandemic
Top 10 public health challenges to track in 2023: Shifting focus beyond a global pandemic Open
The year 2022 saw COVID‐19 as the primary public health concern, with vaccine rollout and mandates at the forefront. Other viral infectious diseases, such as Monkeypox and Ebola, emerged as public health concerns. Climate change and politi…
View article: Factors affecting trust in clinical trials conduct: Views of stakeholders from a qualitative study in Ghana
Factors affecting trust in clinical trials conduct: Views of stakeholders from a qualitative study in Ghana Open
Evidence exists that scientists’ dehumanization and exploitation of people in the name of science led to suspicion and mistrust in clinical trials conduct. In Ghana, there are equally signs of public distrust in the conduct of biomedical r…
View article: Pilot Implementation of Community Health Advocacy Teams to Improve the Effectiveness of Long-Lasting Insecticide Net Distribution through both Campaigns and Continuous Channels in Ghana: A Qualitative Study of Opportunities and Barriers to Implementation
Pilot Implementation of Community Health Advocacy Teams to Improve the Effectiveness of Long-Lasting Insecticide Net Distribution through both Campaigns and Continuous Channels in Ghana: A Qualitative Study of Opportunities and Barriers to Implementation Open
Introduction In Ghana, the National Malaria Control Programme (NMCP) distributes Long-Lasting Insecticide Net (LLIN) to households for free through the periodic Point Mass Distribution (PMD) campaign and continuous distribution to populati…
View article: Factors affecting trust in clinical trials conduct: Views of stakeholders from a qualitative study in Ghana
Factors affecting trust in clinical trials conduct: Views of stakeholders from a qualitative study in Ghana Open
Introduction Globally, there are signs of declining public trust in science, especially in biomedical research. In Ghana, there are equally signs of public distrust in the conduct of biomedical research in Ghana. Typical examples are the u…
View article: The BLOODSAFE program: Building the future of access to safe blood in Sub‐Saharan Africa
The BLOODSAFE program: Building the future of access to safe blood in Sub‐Saharan Africa Open
Background The supply of blood in many low‐ and middle‐income nations in Sub‐Saharan Africa (SSA) does not meet the patient care needs. Lack and delay of blood transfusion cause harm to patients and slow the rate of progress in other parts…
View article: Reaching adolescents with health services: systematic development of an adolescent health check-ups programme in Ghana (Y-Check, Ghana)
Reaching adolescents with health services: systematic development of an adolescent health check-ups programme in Ghana (Y-Check, Ghana) Open
Background: Routine health check-ups may improve adolescent health, but global guidelines are lacking. Phase 1 of the WHO-coordinated Y-Check Research Programme involved three African cities (Chitungwiza - Zimbabwe, Mwanza - Tanzania, Cape…
View article: Correlates of absenteeism at work, school and social activities during menstruation: Evidence from the 2017/2018 Ghana Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey
Correlates of absenteeism at work, school and social activities during menstruation: Evidence from the 2017/2018 Ghana Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey Open
Background Menstruation is a biological process which is crucial for human reproduction. Menstruation is a source of absenteeism, yet the subject matter has not been well explored. This study aimed to assess the correlates of absenteeism a…
View article: Creating interventions to transition long-lasting insecticide net distribution in Ghana
Creating interventions to transition long-lasting insecticide net distribution in Ghana Open
Objective Mass long-lasting insecticide net (LLIN) distribution campaigns are rolled out, as a part of the Ghana Malaria Strategic plan (2021–2025) which seeks to protect at least 80% of the population at risk with effective malaria preven…