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Characteristics of longitudinal maternal health studies in sub‐Saharan Africa: A systematic mapping of literature between 2012 and 2022

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, Volume 169, Issue 1, Page 51-62, April 2025.
Abstract Background High maternal mortality rates in sub‐Saharan Africa necessitate the need for aligned research focusing on prevalent causes and neglected conditions in the region. Objective This mapping review aimed to describe the characteristics of longitudinal maternal health studies between 2012 and 2022 in sub‐Saharan Africa and identify gaps ...
Ijeoma Solarin, Cherlynn Dumbura, Darshnika Pemi Lakhoo, Kshama Chande, Gloria Maimela, Stanley Luchters, Matthew Chersich, for the HE2AT Center   +7 more
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Prolonged Turnaround Time of the Hematology Laboratory and Related Factors in the South Gondar Zone, North West Ethiopia, Multi‐Centered Study

Journal of Clinical Laboratory Analysis, EarlyView.
Long turnaround times were prevalent in the hematology laboratories of South Gonder zone hospitals, predominantly as a result of staff incompetence. Clotted blood samples, low blood fill levels, and the day of the week were significant factors linked to delays, with samples collected on Friday having a higher likelihood of prolonged turnaround time ...
Birhanemaskal Malkamu, Getaneh Atikilt Yemata, Andargachew Almaw, Ayenew Berhan, Ayenew Assefa, Alemie Fentie, Birhanu Gete, Biruk Legese, Fanta Obsa, Gebyaw Arega, Habtamu Demelash, Tahir Eyayu, Teklehaimanot Kiros, Mahider Shimelis Feyisa, Mulat Erkihun, Mitikie Wondmagegn, Yenealem Solomon, Shewaneh Damtie, Tegenaw Tiruneh, Girum Tesfaye   +19 more
wiley   +1 more source

From Empire to Aid: Analysing Persistence of Colonial Legacies in Foreign Aid to Africa

Journal of International Development, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT For decades now, Western development agencies and donors have been castigated for their colonial biases in providing aid to Africa. It is well established that donors provide considerably more foreign aid to their former colonies relative to other countries.
Swetha Ramachandran
wiley   +1 more source

More Timely Response to Outbreaks of Zoonotic Compared to Non‐Zoonotic Diseases in Animals in Tanzania

Veterinary Medicine and Science
Timeliness metrics analysis is a useful approach for tracking speed in actions and identifying gaps during disease outbreaks. There is limited information on the time taken for preventing, controlling and containing disease outbreaks in human and animal ...
Esron Karimuribo, Veronica Masawe, Lars Eik Olav, Doreen Ndossi, Ann‐Katrin Llarena, Calvin Sindato   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

Anaemia in Pregnancy: Prevalence, Risk Factors, and Adverse Perinatal Outcomes in Northern Tanzania

Anemia, 2018
Background and Objective. Anaemia in pregnancy is a public health problem in developing countries. This study aimed to determine the prevalence, risk factors, and adverse perinatal outcomes of anaemia among pregnant women in Moshi Municipal, Northern ...
Grace Stephen, Melina Mgongo, Tamara Hussein Hashim, Johnson Katanga, Babill Stray-Pedersen, Sia Emmanueli Msuya   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

Preliminary investigation on presence of peste des petits ruminants in Dakawa, Mvomero district, Morogoro region, Tanzania

Onderstepoort Journal of Veterinary Research, 2014
Peste des petits ruminants (PPR) is an acute viral disease of small ruminants characterised by the sudden onset of depression, fever, oculonasal discharges, sores in the mouth, foul-smelling diarrhoea and death. For many years, in Africa, the disease was
Tebogo Kgotlele, Christopher J. Kasanga, Lughano J.M. Kusiluka, Gerald Misinzo   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Gender and Land Degradation Neutrality (LDN): Evaluating Nigeria's Legislative Framework for Achieving Gender‐Equitable LDN Outcomes

Land Degradation &Development, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Legislative frameworks that support gender equality are crucial for addressing structural inequalities, protecting women's rights, and achieving gender‐equitable land degradation neutrality (LDN) outcomes. This study examines the extent to which national‐level policies and legislation governing LDN and related sectors incorporate gender ...
Cynthia Nneka Olumba, Chukwudi Charles Olumba   +1 more
wiley   +1 more source

Peste des Petits Ruminants Infection among Cattle and Wildlife in Northern Tanzania

Emerging Infectious Diseases, 2013
We investigated peste des petits ruminants (PPR) infection in cattle and wildlife in northern Tanzania. No wildlife from protected ecosystems were seropositive.
Tiziana Lembo, Christopher Oura, Satya Parida, Richard Hoare, Lorraine Frost, Robert Fyumagwa, Fredrick Kivaria, Chobi Chubwa, Richard Kock, Sarah Cleaveland, Carrie Batten   +10 more
doaj   +1 more source

Clinical Outcome Assessments in Parkinson's Disease: A Scoping Review of Current Rating Scales and Future Needs

Movement Disorders Clinical Practice, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Clinical outcome assessments (COAs) are essential for evaluating symptom severity, treatment response, and disease progression in Parkinson's disease (PD). As clinical knowledge evolves, it is necessary to revisit the recommendation status on the COAs to ensure their continued relevance and validity. Objectives To provide an updated
Evita Papathoma, Panagiota Tsitsi, Nirosen Vijiaratnam, Camila Aquino, Stephen R. Duma, Norbert Kovacs, Kigocha Lameck Okeng'o, Aparna Wagle Shukla, Roongroj Bhidayasiri, Tiago A. Mestre, Alvaro Sanchez Ferro, Alberto J. Espay, Michelle H.S. Tosin, Matej Skorvanek, Ioanna Markaki   +14 more
wiley   +1 more source

Bio-efficacy of DuraNet® long-lasting insecticidal nets against wild populations of Anopheles arabiensis in experimental huts

Tropical Medicine and Health, 2018
Background Mosquitoes have developed resistance to multiple classes of insecticides for malaria vector control. A new generation of long-lasting insecticidal bed nets (LLINs) has been developed with increased efficacy against these resistant mosquitoes ...
Aneth M. Mahande, Shandala Msangi, Lucile J. Lyaruu, Eliningaya J. Kweka   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source