Publications by authors named "Frederick I Danquah"
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- - The study aimed to fill the gap in understanding the prevalence and characteristics of cerebral palsy (CP) among children in Ghana by creating the first comprehensive register for affected children.
- - Out of 455 children registered, a significant majority had CP connected to pre- or perinatal issues, with many experiencing severe forms of motor impairment and associated challenges in education and rehabilitation.
- - The findings underscore a critical need for targeted interventions to enhance the health and quality of life for children with CP in Ghana, as many have not received necessary rehabilitation services.
Background: Limited knowledge on nutritional epidemiology in Ghanaian children with Cerebral Palsy (CP) necessitates a comprehensive investigation for an improved understanding of malnutrition in this population.
Objectives: We aimed to describe the epidemiology of malnutrition among children with CP in Ghana.
Methods: The study used data collected as part of the Ghana CP Register (GCPR).
Background: Free maternal healthcare financing schemes play an essential role in the quality of services rendered to clients during antenatal care in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). However, healthcare managers' and providers' perceptions of the healthcare financing scheme may influence the quality of care. This scoping review mapped evidence on managers' and providers' perspectives of free maternal healthcare and the quality of care in SSA.
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- * A systematic review was conducted by analyzing studies from reputable databases, focusing on articles published between 2009 and June 2019, with two investigators screening and extracting data independently.
- * Out of over 250,000 articles, 81 studies were included, with most research coming from South Africa and Nigeria, highlighting a prevalence of childhood overweight/obesity in SSA and emphasizing the need for further public health interventions.
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- The text discusses the global goal of achieving universal health coverage by 2030, focusing on the importance of access to quality maternal healthcare in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) to reduce maternal and child mortality.
- A systematic review was conducted using a specific framework to assess literature on how pregnant women perceive the quality of care provided under free maternal healthcare policies in SSA, analyzing studies from various databases.
- The review identified 13 studies from seven countries, with most women reporting a perception of poor quality of care despite the implementation of free maternal healthcare policies, highlighting significant concerns about service delivery.
Background: Breast cancer (BC) is a non-communicable disease with increased morbidity and mortality. Early detection of BC contributes to prompt linkage to care and reduction of complications associated with BC. Breast self-examination (BSE) is useful for detecting breast abnormalities particularly in settings with poor access to healthcare for clinical breast examination and mammography.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: The rising burden of childhood obesity is a major public health concern, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), where most health systems are weak and least prepared for complications that may arise. While the need for preventive action is increasingly recognized, policy implementation within the sub-region has often been inadequate, non-systematic, and ad hoc. This study described evidence on the risk factors and morbidities associated with childhood obesity in SSA.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Obesity in childhood is associated with adverse health outcomes and complications throughout the life-span of a child. Available evidence suggests a dramatic increase in childhood obesity in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) over the past two decades. The health risks associated with obesity/overweight are particularly problematic in children due to the potential for long-term health concerns.
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