Central African Journal of Public Health

Volume 6, Issue 2, April 2020

  • Health Seeking Behaviours and Challenges to Utilizing Health Facilities in the North West Region of Cameroon

    Joel Ngwa Ambebila, Ebenezer Obi Daniel, Paul Olaiya Abiodun, Israel Olukayode Popoola, Stellamaris Moronkeji, Ahmed Mamuda Bello, Olayinka Victor Ojo, Christie Omolola Adams

    Issue: Volume 6, Issue 2, April 2020
    Pages: 55-61
    Received: Jan. 15, 2020
    Accepted: Jan. 27, 2020
    Published: Feb. 11, 2020
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    Abstract: In a given community, health seeking behaviours determine how health care services are used. This in turn determine the health outcomes on members of this community. Utilization of health care facilities can be determined by cost, cultural beliefs, level of education, family incomeand distance to health facility. The purpose of this study was to de... Show More
  • Social Determinants Effect on Maternal Mortality in Central Sulawesi Province

    Ketut Suarayasa, Hermiyanty, Bertin Ayu Wandira, Muh Rizki Ashari, Pitriani

    Issue: Volume 6, Issue 2, April 2020
    Pages: 62-65
    Received: Jan. 16, 2020
    Accepted: Feb. 10, 2020
    Published: Feb. 18, 2020
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    Abstract: Central Sulawesi has an area of 61,841 km2. Geographical conditions contribute to delays in receiving health care services. All cultures, education levels, and other social determinants that affect pregnant women who receive ANC. ANC visit data in Central Sulawesi figures show 88.8% to 78.4% for K1 and K4. This study uses a case control study desig... Show More
  • Knowledge and Attitudes Regarding Exclusive Breastfeeding Among Mothers of 0-23 Months Children in Public Healthcare Centre in Togo

    Compaore Wendinpuikondo Raketa Ella, Agbokou Koffi Apéali Wassiou, Ouedraogo Ousmane, Souho Tiatou, Mouawiyatou Bouraima, Virginio Pietra, Kiemde Wend-Lassida Michel Eric, Zagre Marie Noel, Amouzou Sabiba Kou’Santa Emile, Meda Nicolas, Dicko Hama Mamoudou

    Issue: Volume 6, Issue 2, April 2020
    Pages: 66-72
    Received: Jan. 30, 2020
    Accepted: Feb. 11, 2020
    Published: Feb. 18, 2020
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    Abstract: The purpose of this study was to assess the knowledge and attitudes of mothers of children aged 0 to 23 months towards exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) in public health facilities in Lome, Togo. A cross-sectional, descriptive and analytical study was carried out over a period of two months among the target group who brought their children for consulta... Show More
  • Vitamin A Rich Foods Consumed For Dietary Intake and Supplementation Among Children Aged 12 To 59 Months in Gatunga Ward, Tharaka Nithi County, Kenya

    Nkingo Christine Kananu, Judith Waudo, Eunice Njogu

    Issue: Volume 6, Issue 2, April 2020
    Pages: 73-79
    Received: Nov. 15, 2019
    Accepted: Dec. 06, 2019
    Published: Feb. 21, 2020
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    Abstract: Vitamin A food sources intake is one of the dietary interventions that support the achievement of nutrition priority outcomes. Inadequate Vitamin A intake leads to its deficiency which causes depressed immune response, impaired movement of iron, poor growth, night blindness and xerophthalmia which are a major public health concerns. The study objec... Show More
  • Factors Affecting Level of Adherence Among People Living with HIV Attending Antiretroviral Care at Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi, Anambra State

    Mary Nnenna Ibezim, Uchechukwu Chibuzo Ogbodo, John Ndie, Ogonnaya Kanu-Oji, Ndubuisi Oji, Michael Olugbamila Dada, Emeka Victor Ifemenam

    Issue: Volume 6, Issue 2, April 2020
    Pages: 80-87
    Received: Jan. 26, 2020
    Accepted: Feb. 10, 2020
    Published: Feb. 21, 2020
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    Abstract: The effectiveness of Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) portends a viable remedy for Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infection with some context-specific factors identified to pose barriers to adherence to treatment. Consequently, non-adherence to treatment regimens impacts on desired improved health outcomes of affected individuals and socio-economic... Show More
  • The Effect of Social Health Issues on Postpartum Depression: Analysis from a Community Sample in Ghana

    Abdul Cadri, Abdul Aziz Nagumsi Bonyo, Aboagye Gyan Richard, Augustine Adomah-Afari

    Issue: Volume 6, Issue 2, April 2020
    Pages: 88-94
    Received: Feb. 05, 2020
    Accepted: Feb. 21, 2020
    Published: Mar. 02, 2020
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    Abstract: Background: Postpartum depression is a mild mental or behavioural disorder that usually commences few weeks after delivery. Even though some studies have identified the association between postpartum depression and socio-demographic factors, no study has explored the association between stressors in women’s life after birth and postpartum depressio... Show More
  • Seroprevalence, Knowledge and Behavioral Factors Associated with HIV Infection Among Men Who have Sex with Men (MSM) in Benin

    Pepin Septime Hector Hessou, Yolaine Glele-Ahanhanzo, Clement Ahoussinou, Colette Sylvie Azandjeme, Codjo Djignefa Dadje, Wilfrid Bonou, Virgile Capo-Chichi, Bruno Doussoh, Michel Boko, Michel Alary

    Issue: Volume 6, Issue 2, April 2020
    Pages: 95-105
    Received: Feb. 17, 2020
    Accepted: Feb. 24, 2020
    Published: Mar. 03, 2020
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    Abstract: Most of HIV infections among adults in sub-Saharan Africa have been acquired through unprotected sex, including with sex workers and through sex between men. Unprotected sex between men promotes the transmission of STIs and HIV in particular. Unprotected anal penetration is a high-risk route of transmission. The study will estimate HIV prevalence a... Show More