Publications by authors named "Dessie Tegegne"
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- Noroviruses (NoVs) are the top cause of diarrhea globally, especially in developing countries, and this study aimed to investigate their prevalence in Ethiopia, where data is scarce.
- Conducted from May to November 2021, the study analyzed 550 participants with diarrhea, collecting fecal samples and using RT-PCR to test for NoV, while demographic information was gathered via questionnaires.
- Results showed an 8.9% overall prevalence of NoV, with higher rates in the elderly (33.3%) and children under 5 (12.5%), particularly in certain areas like Debre Tabor and Bahir Dar; GII was the dominant genogroup found.
Background: Even though the disease has spread throughout the world, with millions killed, global COVID-19 vaccination coverage remains low, particularly in developing countries. However, epidemiological data is lacking in the area. Hence, this study aimed to assess COVID-19 uptake, willingness for vaccination, and associated factors.
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- Norovirus (NoV) is the top cause of diarrheal diseases globally, particularly affecting developing countries like Ethiopia, yet there is limited data on its genetic diversity in this region.
- * A study conducted in the Amhara National Regional State found a positivity rate of 8.9% for NoV among diarrheal patients, identifying five distinct genotypes of NoV, with GII.3 being the most common.
- * This research highlights significant variations in NoV distribution and diversity across different age groups and locations, suggesting the need for further nationwide studies to better understand the situation in Ethiopia.
Background: Use of modern contraceptive methods reduces the risk of unwanted pregnancy, and is influenced by individual-level factors. Willingness to use modern contraceptive methods maybe a useful metric when considering health outcomes as it could predict health behaviors. Therefore, the current study aimed to assess the willingness of women to use modern contraceptives in Afar pastoralist communities.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Hepatitis B Virus is a major public health problem worldwide. In 2012 alone, over 350 million chronic carriers and 1. 2 million annual deaths were occurred.
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