Archive:: World Journal of Public Health:: Science Publishing Group

Volume 10, Issue 1, March 2025

Research Article
Knowledge Gaps in Food Safety Practices Among Street Food Vendors in the Tamale Metropolis, Ghana

Abukari Salifu^*, Abdul Muizz Muktar, Abdul-Matin Alhassan

Issue: Volume 10, Issue 1, March 2025

Pages: 1-12

Received: 17 October 2024

Accepted: 6 December 2024

Published: 9 January 2025

DOI: 10.11648/j.wjph.20251001.11

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Abstract: Majority of food handlers have poor knowledge of the proper cleaning of equipment, cross-contamination prevention, foodborne diseases, food temperature danger zones, and correct procedures for thawing frozen food (Moore et al., 2019). This study aimed at assessing the knowledge gaps in food safety practices among street food vendors in Tamale Metro... Show More

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Reducing Social Inequalities in Access to Dental Care in Senegal: Evaluation of a Flat-Rate Pricing Program at the Health District Level

Serigne Ndame Dieng^*, Amadou Dieng, Alimatou Diallo, Mbathio Diop, Aïda Kanouté, Massamba Diouf

Issue: Volume 10, Issue 1, March 2025

Pages: 13-18

Received: 17 December 2024

Accepted: 27 December 2024

Published: 14 January 2025

DOI: 10.11648/j.wjph.20251001.12

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Abstract: Objectives In Africa, profound social inequalities exist in access to oral health care, with one of the principal determinants being financial factors. To overcome this financial barrier, Senegal has implemented the Program for Support of Supply and Demand for Care (PAODES). Therefore, the aim of this study was to evaluate the impact of the program... Show More

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Introduction of Human Papilloma Virus Vaccination in Delta State, Nigeria: Mother’s Knowledge, Attitude and Concerns

Obinna Chinedu Ajaegbu^*, Faith Nnenna Ajaegbu, Chukwunyem Uche Nwokoma, Sarah Onajefe Uwa, Helen Obiajulum Ogbangwo, Nkemjika Emmanuel Mbagwu

Issue: Volume 10, Issue 1, March 2025

Pages: 19-25

Received: 11 December 2024

Accepted: 24 December 2024

Published: 17 January 2025

DOI: 10.11648/j.wjph.20251001.13

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Abstract: Background: Cervical cancer remains a major cause of death among women especially in Nigeria. Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is a major risk factors for the development of cervical cancer. The HPV vaccine has been found safe and effective in reducing the burden of HPV infection and consequently, of cervical cancer. Aim of the study: The study is aimed ... Show More

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