Publications by authors named "E Ndarama"
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- Snakebite envenoming poses a significant public health risk in tropical areas, particularly in Malawi, where community understanding of local snakes and first-aid measures is lacking.
- A survey conducted in Neno District revealed that only 1.3% of participants could accurately identify snakes, less than 5% knew proper first-aid procedures, and 14.3% had adequate knowledge of prevention methods.
- The findings indicate that both community health workers and members have inadequate knowledge, showing no significant differences between the two groups.
Background: Quality data is crucial in making informed decisions regarding health services; However, the literature suggests that in many LMICs including Malawi, it remains of poor quality. Data quality is measured in terms of completeness, timeliness and consistency among other parameters. We describe the Ministry of Health's District Health Information System (DHIS2) report completeness and timeliness at three levels: National, South West Zone (SWZ) and Neno district.
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- Malignant cardiac tumors are rare and usually have a poor prognosis; early identification and classification are crucial, especially with metastases.
- Echocardiography is the main tool for detection, but in places without this technology, cardiac tumors might go undiagnosed.
- A case in Malawi demonstrated how point of care ultrasound (POCUS) can quickly identify cardiac masses and liver lesions, acting as a valuable resource for diagnosis in low-resource settings.
Objectives: Despite global efforts to address antibiotic self-medication, it is still significantly prevalent. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of antibiotic self-medication and assess knowledge of antibiotic resistance among community members in Neno District, rural Malawi.
Methods: A cross-sectional, community-based study was conducted from September to November 2023, using simple random sampling across 169 villages.
Background: Palliative care remains key in assisting patients who have life-threatening conditions. In most low- and middle-income countries, it is often offered through a centralized system with limitations, including Malawi. In 2014, the World Health Organization called for improving palliative care access through primary health care and community models.
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