Publications by authors named "Ayantu Melke"
Article Synopsis
- Work-related injuries among solid waste collectors in Hawassa City, Ethiopia, are a significant public health issue, with 43.9% of surveyed workers reporting such injuries.
- The study analyzed various factors contributing to these injuries, including job duties, handling practices, and the type of training received.
- Recommendations include mandatory training for waste collectors and improved access to modern waste-handling equipment to reduce injury risks.
Background: Achieving target glycemic control in people living with diabetes lessens most of the diabetes-related complications and hemoglobin A1C is the gold standard test for assessing the long-term glycemic control. However, the expensive cost, and its limited access are problematic for routine use in developing countries, demanding an urgent alternative solution. Hence, this study aimed to assess the potential of red blood cell indices in predicting glycemic control among people living with type 2 diabetes at Dilla University Hospital.
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