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Endeavors to improve immunization uptake in Ethiopia
In 1980, the Expanded Program on Immunization (EPI) was initiated by the Ministry of Health, with the objective of reaching 90% coverage among children under 1year of age by the year 1990 (1). The vaccination schedule since then has been in accordance with that recommended by WHO for developing countries (2). (Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development)
Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development - October 23, 2019 Category: African Health Source Type: research

Dengue hemorrhagic fever in Konawe District, Southeast Sulawesi, Indonesia
Conclusions:Deaths due to DHF in Konawe District still occur. Factors that cause increased cases of dengue fever are prodigious. Vector control and changing people ’s behavior are good actions to prevent DHF, for example health promotion. Ethiop. J. Health Dev.2019; 33(3):198-200]Key words:Dengue hemorrhagic fever,Konawe, Indonesia (Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development)
Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development - October 8, 2019 Category: African Health Source Type: research

Estimation of stature by anatomical anthropometric parameters in first-year regular undergraduate students at Debre Markos University, North West Ethiopia
Conclusions:All anatomical anthropometric parameters were significantly (p<0.05) correlated with height in both sexes, except foot breadth in females. Therefore, all anatomical anthropometric parameters, including head circumference, head length, inter-acromial length, humeral length, ulnar length, hand length, hand breadth, tibial length, foot length and foot breadth, can estimate stature in both sexes, except foot breadth in females. Ethiop. J. Health Dev.2019; 33(3):188-197]Key words:Estimation of stature, anthropometry, anatomical anthropometric parameters (Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development)
Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development - October 8, 2019 Category: African Health Source Type: research

The effects of maternal age and parity on the birth weight of newborns among mothers with singleton pregnancies and at term deliveries
Conclusions:In this study, the risk of LBW was higher in grand multiparous women compared to multiparous women. Primiparous and nulliparous women have less risk of having an LBW baby compared to multiparous women. A maternal age of 40 and above were associated with a higher risk of delivering an LBW newborns compared to a maternal age of 30-34. Therefore, special attention should be given to deliveries at an advanced age and multiparous cases to reduce the incidence of LBW. Ethiop. J. Health Dev.2019; 33(3):182-187]Key words: Birth weight, maternal age, low birth weight, multiparous, primiparous, nulliparous (Source: Ethio...
Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development - October 8, 2019 Category: African Health Source Type: research

The magnitude of sexual abuse and its physical effects among female children seen at Gandhi Memorial Hospital in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Conclusions: This study provides data, and thus evidence for policymakers and other stakeholders, to strive for an improvement in the security and protection of children, as well as education on the matter of child sexual abuse for parents and guardians. Those who could be involved in the implementation of intervention strategies may include parents, health professionals and pertinent personnel from the Ministry of Health and Ministry of Education. Above all, the data suggest a need for the victims to receive training on how to protect themselves from victimization. Ethiop. J. Health Dev.2019; 33(3):174-181]Key words: Chil...
Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development - October 8, 2019 Category: African Health Source Type: research

Prevalence and outcomes of birth defects in newborns of South Wollo and Oromia zones of Amhara regional state: A retrospective study
Conclusions: The prevalence of CNS anomalies was the highest, followed by musculoskeletal system anomalies. The type of birth defect, gestational age, weight of newborn and twin pregnancy significantly affected outcomes of the newborns with congenital anomalies. Therefore, in order to reduce the prevalence of CMs, the identification and management of risk factors should be the focus of stakeholders.Ethiop. J. Health Dev.2019; 33(3):167-173]Key words: Birth defect, Prevalence, Newborns, Outcomes, South Wollo. (Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development)
Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development - October 8, 2019 Category: African Health Source Type: research

A study of lifestyle factors associated with breast cancer patients in Iran
Conclusions:Regarding the difference between the lifestyle score of the two groups, it seems to be necessary for authorities and healthcare providers to plan for educational programs of lifestyle practices, and healthy behaviors. Besides, conducting longitudinal studies are recommended to find the causal relationship between the two variables.Ethiop .J. Health Dev.2019; 33(3):160-166]Key words: Lifestyle, breast cancer, patient (Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development)
Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development - October 8, 2019 Category: African Health Source Type: research

An appraisal of the School Health Programme in primary schools in a rural community in Nigeria
Conclusions: From the assessment of the School Health Programme in these schools, it was seen that overall, the schools had a fair School Health Programme in place, although they were deficient in some vital facilities. It is necessary for all stakeholders in these schools to provide the materials and human resources needed to achieve an effective School Health Programme.Ethiop .J. Health Dev.2019; 33(3):153-159Key words:School Health Programme; public primary school; rural community; Nigeria (Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development)
Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development - October 8, 2019 Category: African Health Source Type: research

Determinants of dysphagia following stroke
Conclusions:Among 15 factors evaluated, age, type of lesion and Brunnstrom ’s stages showed a significant association with the severity of dysphagia following stroke. This study advocates early dysphagia management for elderly patients with high Brunnstrom’s grading, for those who are not expected to spontaneously recover following stroke, and for earlier and better co mmunity rehabilitation. [Ethiop.J. Health Dev. 2019; 33(3):147-152]Key words: Post-stroke dysphagia, Brunnstrom ’s stages, dysphagia risk factors. (Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development)
Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development - October 8, 2019 Category: African Health Source Type: research

Shaping the future of knowledge generation: From disciplinary to transdisciplinary research in health
Half a century ago, Karl Popper, the philosopher of science, argued that the progress of science depends on falsification or disproval of previous theories in line with new empirical evidence that, in turn, will help to create new theories to better explain phenomena (1). This argument depicts science as engaged in falsifying and replacing theories to better understand problems and suggest solutions. This is equally true in sciences with deductive perspectives, where there is not one and only one way to ask the right question and generate appropriate answers for the questions. Asking right question and generating right evi...
Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development - October 7, 2019 Category: African Health Source Type: research

Effect of therapeutic laser in the management of diabetic neuropathy pain
Conclusion:TL has shown remarkable reduction in pain score of group B when compared with group A. TL is one of the best treatment modality in reducing neuropathic pain. Physiotherapists can gain access with this treatment to proliferate their practice in treating diabetic neuropathic pain. . [Ethiop.J. Health Dev. 2019; 33(2):142-144]Key words:Diabetes mellitus (DM), diabetic neuropathy (DN), low level laser irradiation(LLLI), Mc Gill Pain Questionnaire(MPQ), modified toronto clinical neuropathy score (mTCNS). (Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development)
Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development - August 14, 2019 Category: African Health Source Type: research

Bacterial contamination and antibiogram of isolates from health care workers ’ fomites at Felege Hiwot Referral Hospital, northwest Ethiopia
Conclusions:Bacterial contamination of health care workers ’ fomites is a major health care problem in the study area. Multidrug-resistant isolates are alarmingly high in pathogenic bacteria. Therefore, hospital HCWs need to implement proper handling of fomites to reduce contamination and the spread of drug-resistant pathogens. [Ethiop.J. Health Dev. 2019; 33(2):128-141]Keywords: Health care workers, bacterial contamination, antibiogram, fomites, health-care associate infections, Ethiopia (Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development)
Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development - August 14, 2019 Category: African Health Source Type: research

Ethiopian medicinal plants traditionally used for wound treatment: A systematic review
Conclusions: Medicinal plants have been used extensively to treat wounds in Ethiopia. Nevertheless, the scientific exploration of plants ’ efficacy and safety is inadequate, and relevant activity studies ought to be conducted to provide scientific evidence to the traditional claims of these plants. [Ethiop.J. Health Dev. 2019; 33(2):102-127]Key words: Ethnobotany, ethnomedicine, medicinal plants, Ethiopian traditional medicine, wound (Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development)
Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development - August 14, 2019 Category: African Health Source Type: research

Prevalence of occupational injury and associated factors among workers in large-scale metal manufacturing factories in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Conclusions:The prevalence of occupational injury among metal workers was high. The use of PPE, attending primary school and those who had 11 to 20 years work experience were major predictors of work related injury. There is a need of provide an adequate supply of PPE for all metal workers and to ensure that they use it. [Ethiop.J. Health Dev. 2019; 33(2):94-101]Key words:Work related injury, health and safety, factory workers, occupation, personal protective equipment utilization (Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development)
Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development - August 14, 2019 Category: African Health Source Type: research

A comparative study of ketofol and fentafol for evacuation of retained products of conception (ERPC)
Conclusions: Both ketofol and fentafol offer optimum conditions for ERPC. Ketofol is characterized by more stable hemodynamic parameters, a smaller dosage and faster recovery. [Ethiop.J. Health Dev. 2019; 33(2):88-93]Key words:  Propofol, ketamine, fentanyl, retained products of conception (RPC), ketofol, fentafol (Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development)
Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development - August 14, 2019 Category: African Health Source Type: research