scholarly journals Anemia among Women Attending Antenatal Care at the University of Gondar Comprehensive Specialized Referral Hospital, Northwest Ethiopia, 2017

Anemia ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 2018 ◽  
pp. 1-10 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wubet Worku Takele ◽  
Amare Tariku ◽  
Fasil Wagnew Shiferaw ◽  
Amare Demsie ◽  
Wondale Getinet Alemu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Human Immunodeficiency Virus ◽  
Virus Infection ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Water Source ◽  
Northwest Ethiopia ◽  
Referral Hospital ◽  
Immunodeficiency Virus ◽  
The University ◽  
Prevalence Of Anemia

Background. In Ethiopia, prenatal anemia is a major public health concern affecting both the health of the woman and babies. The World Health Organization recommends to conduct repeated prevalence studies concerning prenatal anemia . However, there is no recent evidence on the magnitude of the prenatal anemia. Therefore, the aim of this study was to determine the prevalence and the associated factors of prenatal anemia among women attending the Antenatal Care Clinic at the University of Gondar Referral Hospital.Methods. A facility-based cross-sectional quantitative study was conducted among 362 participants from June 03-July 08, 2017, at the University of Gondar Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Northwest Ethiopia. The systematic random sampling technique was employed. Structured interviewer administered questionnaire was used. Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) screening was conducted. Nutritional status of the participants was assessed. Blood sample was collected by capillary tube . Intestinal parasite was examined by stool wet mount test. HIV serostatus was detected. Anemia was defined as hemoglobin concentration below 11 g/dl. The multivariable logistic regression model was employed to identify associated factors and to control the possible effects of confounders.Result. The prevalence of anemia was 22.2% (95% CI: 18.11, 27.1%). The highest odds of anemia were observed among pregnant women with family size of >five [AOR = 3 (95% CI: 1.03, 8.65)], unprotected water source users, [AOR = 4.09 (95% CI: 1.75, 9.55)], HIV infected [AOR = 2.94(95% CI: 1.37, 6.35)], and multigravida women [AOR = 3.5 (95% CI: 1.35, 9.17)].Conclusion and Recommendations. The prevalence of anemia among pregnant women attending the University of Gondar Referral Hospital was a moderate public health problem. Unprotected water source, large family size, Human Immunodeficiency Virus infection, and repeated pregnancies were factors that predicted anemia. Thus, prevention of Human Immunodeficiency Virus infection, family planning utilization, and accessing pure water are recommended.

scholarly journals Magnitude, Severity, and Associated Factors of Anemia among Under-Five Children Attending Hawassa University Teaching and Referral Hospital, Hawassa, Southern Ethiopia, 2016

Anemia ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-6
Author(s):  
Yeshimebet Gebereselassie ◽  
Mesganaw BirhanSelassie ◽  
Tadesse Menjetta ◽  
Jemal Alemu ◽  
Aster Tsegaye
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Health Problem ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Public Health Problem ◽  
Referral Hospital ◽  
University Teaching ◽  
Southern Ethiopia ◽  
Under Five ◽  
Hawassa University ◽  
Prevalence Of Anemia

Background. Anemia is a widespread public health problem associated with increased risk of morbidity and mortality. Infants, under-5-year-old children, and pregnant women have greater susceptibility to anemia. The magnitude and associated risk factors for anemia vary in different settings. The study aimed to assess the magnitude, severity, and associated factors of anemia at Hawassa University Teaching and Referral hospital, Hawassa, southern Ethiopia. Methods. In a hospital-based cross-sectional study, a total of 422 under-five children were included. Sociodemographic data and other predisposing factors were collected by structured questionnaire. Venous blood samples were collected and analyzed for hemoglobin determination using a Cell-Dyn 1800 automated analyzer. Stool samples were collected and processed using direct wet mount and formol-ether concentration method to detect intestinal parasites. Data were entered and analyzed using SPSS version 20 statistical packages. Binary and multiple logistic regressions were computed to assess factors associated with anemia. p value less than 0.05 was taken as statistically significant. Result. The overall prevalence of anemia was found to be 41.7%. The mean hemoglobin level was 10.59 g/dl. Anemia was of mild, moderate, and severe type in 6.6%, 19%, and 16.1% of the children, respectively. Children in the age group 6–23 months (AOR = 2.04 (95% CI: 1.13, 3.69)), and mothers having no formal education (AOR = 1.73 (95% CI: 0.99, 3.02)) were identified as associated factors for anemia. Conclusion. The prevalence of anemia among the study subjects was 41.7% indicative of the fact that anemia is an important public health problem. It was associated with the child’s age, residence, mother’s education level, and intestinal parasite (Ascaris lumbricoides). It clearly indicates that there should be well integrated public health interventions to improve the health status that needs to be prioritized to prevent anemia among children under five years of age.

Human Immunodeficiency Virus Infection/AIDS In Children: The Next Decade

PEDIATRICS ◽  
1994 ◽  
Vol 93 (6) ◽  
pp. 930-935
Author(s):  
Arthur J. Ammann
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Human Immunodeficiency Virus ◽  
Virus Infection ◽  
Human Immunodeficiency Virus Infection ◽  
Scientific Community ◽  
Medical Profession ◽  
Health Issues ◽  
Timely Manner ◽  
Immunodeficiency Virus ◽  
Critical Issues

The next decade of HIV/AIDS must resolve critical issues. It will be necessary to probe deeply to examine what is currently known, identify what needs to be known, and find ways to solve the issues that must be confronted. How to best achieve solutions in a timely manner must also be determined. Seven priorities of major importance have been identified. There are others, and there will be new ones. Each issue is complex, but each one must be faced with the hope that solutions will be found. After 10 years, HIV infection is at risk of becoming institutionalized, bringing with it an acceptance of the issues as inherent to the disease. Patients look to the medical profession and scientific community to provide hope. But there are also significant educational, psychological, social, and public health issues that must be resolved. The first decade of AIDS consisted of recognition, diagnosis, and early treatment. If hope is to be brought to our children and their parents, the next decade must consist of the prevention and therapeutic control of HIV and its complications.

scholarly journals The Prevalence of Intestinal Parasites and Their Associated Factors among Diabetes Mellitus Patients at the University of Gondar Referral Hospital, Northwest Ethiopia

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-6
Author(s):  
Sintayehu Ambachew ◽  
Muluneh Assefa ◽  
Yalewayker Tegegne ◽  
Ayalew Jejaw Zeleke
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Developing Countries ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Intestinal Parasites ◽  
Parasitic Infection ◽  
Educational Background ◽  
Northwest Ethiopia ◽  
Referral Hospital ◽  
Intestinal Parasitic Infection ◽  
The University

Background. Worldwide, more than one-sixth of the population is infected by intestinal parasites, of which the majority live in developing countries. On the other hand, the prevalence of diabetes mellitus has been increasing over recent decades in developing countries. Patients with diabetes mellitus encountered impaired immunity and suffer from the consequences of infection particularly intestinal parasitic infection. Objective. This study is aimed at assessing the prevalence of intestinal parasites and associated factors among diabetes mellitus patients at the University of Gondar Referral Hospital, Northwest Ethiopia. Methods and Materials. An institutional-based cross-sectional study was conducted at the University of Gondar Comprehensive Specialized Referral Hospital from February 15 to March 30, 2018. A total of 234 diabetes mellitus patients were enrolled. A systematic random sampling technique was used to select study participants. Sociodemographic and clinical data were collected using a semistructured questionnaire. A 5-gram stool sample was collected to identify parasitic infection using a direct wet mount and formal-ether concentration technique. Data was entered and analyzed by using SPSS version 20. A p value of ≤0.05 was considered as statistically significant. Result. In the current study, the overall prevalence of intestinal parasite infection among diabetics was 45 (19.2%). The parasites identified in this study were Ascaris lumbricoides 15 (6.41%), Entamoeba histolytica/dispar 9 (3.85%), Hookworm 9 (3.85%), Schistosoma mansoni 7 (3%), Enterobius vermicularis 3 (1.3%), and Giardia lamblia 2 (0.9%). Poor educational background ( AOR = 3.62 ; 95% CI (1.038, 12.65); p = 0.043 ), poor hygiene and sanitation ( AOR = 4.67 ; 95% CI (1.82, 12.07); p = 0.001 ), and inappropriate latrine usage ( AOR = 5.41 ; 95% CI (1.43, 20.56); p = 0.013 ) were significantly associated with the prevalence of intestinal parasitic infection among diabetes mellitus patients. Conclusion. The overall prevalence of intestinal parasitic infection among diabetes mellitus patients was relatively high. There should be continued prevention, control, and management of intestinal parasitic infection in such a study population.

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