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Rethinking Assessment in C‐STEAM Education: A Culturally Responsive Framework for Ghanaian Secondary Schools

Future in Educational Research, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT The study investigated how a culturally grounded 6C instructional model aligns with assessment practices in C‐STEAM education across 30 Ghanaian secondary schools (N = 720; 600 students, 120 teachers). It was found that integrating local cultural content significantly increased student engagement and ownership.
Simon Ntumi
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Prevalence and risk factors for postpartum depression and stress among mothers of preterm and low birthweight infants admitted to a neonatal intensive care unit in Accra, Ghana

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, Volume 169, Issue 1, Page 131-137, April 2025.
Abstract To determine the prevalence of postpartum depression (PPD) and postpartum stress (PPS) and identify associated risk factors among mothers of preterm and low birth weight (LBW) infants. We conducted a secondary analysis of data collected from 255 mothers with preterm and LBW infants admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) at Korle ...
John Pellegrino, Paddington T. Mundagowa, Kwame Sarfo Sakyi, Prince Gyebi Owusu, Babbel Agbinko‐Djobalar, Leila M. Larson, Mufaro Kanyangarara   +6 more
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Establishing a Sustainable Training Program for Laparoscopy in Resource-Limited Settings: Experience in Ghana

Annals of Global Health, 2020
Background: Healthcare equipment funded by international partners is often not properly utilized in many developing countries due to low levels of awareness and a lack of expertise.
Mee Joo Kang, Kwabena Breku Apea-Kubi, Kojo Assoku Kwarko Apea-Kubi, Nyabenda-Gomwa Adoula, James Nii Noi Odonkor, Alfred Korbia Ogoe   +5 more
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Characteristics of adult tetanus in Accra

West African Journal of Medicine, 2004
Tetanus is a life threatening infection with an estimated annual global incidence of about 1 million cases and a mortality of 50%. It is very common in developing countries. The prevalence in Ghana is not known, however, cases continue to be admitted in hospitals in the country.
Hesse, IFA, Mensah, A, Asante, DK, Lartey, Margaret, Neequaye, A   +4 more
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Obstetrics and gynecology devices designed for low‐ and middle‐income countries: A narrative review

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, Volume 169, Issue 1, Page 71-80, April 2025.
Abstract There are many barriers contributing to poor health outcomes for women in low‐ and middle‐income countries (LMICs), one of which is the lack of necessary medical devices. Presently, the development of various kinds of devices intended to improve women's health outcomes specifically in LMICs remains underrepresented in the literature; therefore,
Dhanalakshmi Thiyagarajan, Enaam A. Adanu, K. Rivet Amico   +2 more
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Making a Case for Infection Control at Public Places of Convenience in Accra, Ghana

Environmental Health Insights, 2020
In Ghana, environmental hygiene remains a major problem and infection control measures are hardly practised, particularly outside of the hospital. To provide evidence for infection control measures at public places of convenience in Accra (capital city ...
Eric S Donkor, Nana Esi S. Anyen, Amos Akumwena   +2 more
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Knowledge, attitudes, and practices of obstetrics residents towards cesarean delivery–sparing procedures

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.
Abstract Objectives Obstetrics and gynecology (ObGyn) trainees will impact future practice patterns and their cesarean rates. The knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) of ObGyn residents have not been extensively studied. We aimed to assess KAP towards mode of delivery and cesarean‐sparing procedures among ObGyn trainees.
Lina Roa, Kaitlyn E. James, Hossam Fahem Abdel‐Rahim, Maclean Abonie, Kwame Adu‐Bonsaffoh, Onesmus Byamukama, Samantha DeAndrade, Rossana Pulcineli Vieira Francisco, Henry Mark Lugobe, Lars Ladfors, Saknan Manotaya, Jania A. Ramos, Sarrah Shahawy, Kasemsri Srisupundit, Emma Svensson, Adeline A. Boatin   +15 more
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Trends in adherence with a home blood pressure monitoring intervention among pregnant women in Ghana: A prospective cohort study

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.
Abstract Objective This study evaluates trends in adherence with home blood pressure (BP) monitoring in a cohort of Ghanaian pregnant women. Methods In this prospective cohort study, participants were pregnant women receiving antenatal care at a tertiary hospital in Ghana.
Emma R. Lawrence, Perez Sepenu, Betty A. Nartey, Clara Buxton, Andrea Pangori, Roxanne F. Harfmann, Sarah Compton, Titus K. Beyuo, Cheryl A. Moyer, Jody R. Lori, Samuel A. Oppong   +10 more
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Is Accra a superstar city ? [PDF]

A recent study of house price behavior in U.S. cities by Gyourko, Mayer, and Sinai (2006) raises questions about so-called superstar cities in which housing is so inelastically supplied that it becomes unaffordable, as higher-income families outbid ...
Buckley, Robert M., Mathema, Ashna S.
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Respectful maternity care: A multinational survey of maternity care providers by the World Association of Trainees in Obstetrics and Gynecology

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.
Abstract Objective This study evaluates maternity care providers' knowledge, practice, and perspectives on respectful maternity care (RMC). Methods A global cross‐sectional online survey on RMC was conducted by the World Association of Trainees in Obstetrics and Gynecology (WATOG).
Akaninyene Eseme Ubom, Mawrah Mughal, Francisco Javier Ruiloba Portilla, Chidinma Peace Ohachenu, Munachiso Iheme Ndukwe, Ayda Linda Wanjiku, Hasmik Bareghamyan, Martin Stepan, Mei Yee Ng, Elif Göknur Topçu, Tamunokoro Christabel Kio, Jessica Lenu Daniel, Abuchi Chima Stephen, Odigonma Ikpeze, Rafal Zadykowicz, Adaeze Oreh, Ngozi Orazulike, Nestor Inimgba, John Igemo Ikimalo, Anne‐Beatrice Kihara, Frank Louwen   +20 more
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