Medical & Health Sciences

6465 works in Medical & Health Sciences

Assessing Iodized Salt Use in Rural Northern Ghana: A Mixed Method Approach

Abstract   Iodine deficiency disorders are a major public health concern affectin

Assessing The Effects Of Socio-Cultural Factors On Maternal Health Care Delivery In The East Mamprusi District Of Northern Ghana

ABSTRACT  Socio-economic inequalities in basic maternal health interventions exis

Economic Burden Of Hypertensive Disorders In Pregnancy: A Case Study At Tema General Hospital

ABSTRACT Background: Hypertensive disorders in pregnancy had become a huge econom

Implementation Of Pmtct Option B+ In The Techiman Municipality: Client Satisfaction And Service Provider Challenges

ABSTRACT Background: Ghana including 20 other countries in 2009 were earmarked fo

Influence Of Mutual Health Insurance Scheme On Skilled Attendance At Birth In The Upper West Region Of Ghana

ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: The financial burden of user fees on poor rural households n

The Role Of Health Care Providers In Providing Spiritual Care To Patients: A Case Of Tamale Central Hospital

ABSTRACT Spiritual care is care which recognizes and responds to the needs of the

Experiences Of Individuals Living With Diabetic Foot Ulcers At The Korle- Bu Teaching Hospital

Abstract Globally, 382 million people live with Diabetic Mellitus (DM). Diabetic

Factors Associated With Malnutrition Among Children Underfive Years In Koforidua Zongo Sub-District Of The New Juaben Municipality

ABSTRACT Background: Malnutrition presents in many forms including undernutrition

Folate And Vitamin B12 Status Of A Rural Population In The Upper Manya Krobo District Of Ghana

ABSTRACT Background: Folate is a B vitamin found in green vegetables and fortifie

Quality Of Life Of Post Severe Burns Patients At The Burns Center Of Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital

ABSTRACT Introduction: Burns is a global public health problem and the eighth com

Factors Accounting For The Failure To Achieve Eradication Of Guinea Worm In The Tamale Municipality Ltd

ABSTRACT Factors Accounting For The Failure To Achieve Eradication O f Guinea Wor

Antioxidant Status Of Sickle Cell Disease Children With And Without Malaria At The Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital

ABSTRACT Background Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a hereditary disorder prevalent

Determinants Of Overweight With Concurrent Stunting Among Ghanaian Children

ABSTRACT Background – Malnutrition is evident in the Ghanaian community. Stunting

Determinants Of Modern Contraceptive Use Among Female Adolescents In Senior High Schools In Ellembelle District Of Western Region, Ghana

ABSTRACT Introduction: The low contraceptive uptake and high unmet need for contr

Medication Adherence Among Glaucoma Patients Attending Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital In The Asante Region. (#29018)

ABSTRACT Introduction Glaucoma affects more than three million people in Africa.

Prevalence Of Obesity And Related Exposures Among Adult Traders In The Kassena-Nankana Municipality

ABSTRACT Kassena-Nankana municipality is a fast developing municipality and as a

Illness Belief, Personality Traits And Treatment Compliance Among Adolescents With Sickle Cell Disease In Ghana

ABSTRACT Sickle cell disease is a genetic condition that has both physical and ps

Radiation Protection For Patients Undergoing Simple Radiographic Examination In Some Selected Health Facilities In Accra

ABSTRACT The use of X-rays in medical diagnostic radiology has increased globally

Factors Associated With Utilization Of Skilled Delivery Among Women In Abor Sub-District In The Keta Municipality

ABSTRACT Background: Unsupervised delivery is associated with high maternal morbi

Determinants Of The Use Of Iodized Salt Among Pregnant Women Attending Ante-Natal Clinic At The Kaneshie Polyclinic

ABSTRACT Introduction Iodine is an important micronutrient which is poorly consum

Perceptions Of Genetically Modified Foods (Gmfs) And Its Perceived Risks And Benefits On Health Among University Of Ghana (Ug) Students

ABSTRACT Introduction -Genetically modified foods (GMFs) are foods containing Gen

Fever And School Attendance Among Basic School Children In Adentan Municipality

ABSTRACT Introduction: Fever is a common presentation in children and oftentimes,

Adherence To Diet And Exercise Regimen Among Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus At The Tema General Hospital, Greater Accra, Ghana.

ABSTRACT Background: Diabetes is not curable. Lifestyle changes such as diet and

Bodyweight Perceptions And Nutritional Attitudes Of University Of Ghana Students

ABSTRACT Introduction: An individual’s perception about their bodyweight can eith

Variations In Serum Testosterone Levels In Ghanaian Males

ABSTRACT The major objective o f this work was to establish serum testosterone le

Trends In Hiv Prevalence In Health Facilities In A Mining District Of Brong Ahafo Region From 2011- 2015

ABSTRACT Background: Migration plays a major role in the transmission of diseases

Factors Associated With Substance Use Among Senior High School Students In Kwahu East District

ABSTRACT Background: The use of substance among Secondary Cycle School Students i

Factors Influencing The Health Seeking Behaviour Of Buruli Ulcer Patients In Two Buruli Ulcer Endemic Districts In The Brong-Ahafo Region

ABSTRACT Background: Buruli ulcer (BU) is commonly found in waterlogged areas, an

Role Of Men In Family Planning In The Akatsi District

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The rationale for this study is to provide a baseline informati

Quality Of Life Of Caregivers Of Children With Cerebral Palsy In The Accra Metropolis

ABSTRACT The consequences of living with a chronic condition such as Cerebral Pal