Publications by authors named "Kedir Seid"
Background: Complementary feeding is crucial for infant growth, but poor hygiene during this period increases the risk of malnutrition and illness. In Ethiopia, national data on hygiene practices during complementary feeding, particularly among mothers of children aged 6-24 months, is limited. This study aims to synthesize existing data through a systematic review and meta-analysis to evaluate the status of hygiene practices and identify key influencing factors, informing public health strategies to improve child health outcomes.
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- Cervical cancer is a significant health issue in Ethiopia, with a screening uptake of only 21% among eligible women, influenced by factors like education, perceived risk, and barriers to access.
- The review utilized the Health Belief Model to evaluate the screening factors, finding that knowledge and attitudes greatly impact screening participation.
- It's suggested that implementing HBM-based strategies could improve cervical cancer screening rates, thereby helping to reduce mortality and incidence in the region.
Background: The way the healthcare delivery system is reflected by patient satisfaction. Establishing a health system with better results depends on it. It has been assumed that higher patient satisfaction levels correlate with quality healthcare outcomes.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFCorrection: Prevalence and associated factors of anemia among postpartum mothers in public health facilities in Ethiopia, 2024: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
BMC Pregnancy Childbirth
August 2024
Background: Cervical cancer, ranking as the fourth most common gynecological cancer worldwide, claimed an estimated 570,000 lives and resulted in 311,000 new cases in 2018. This disease disproportionately affects those living in poverty and is more prevalent in countries with weak healthcare systems. Low and middle-income nations, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa, face higher incidence and mortality rates due to limited access to vaccines, screening, and treatment.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Dental caries (decay or cavities) is the breakdown of teeth as a result of bacteria. Dental caries is one of the most preventable oral health problems and the most common chronic disease in primary school children. Poor dental and oral health affects the quality of children's lives.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPrevalence and associated factors of anemia among postpartum mothers in public health facilities in Ethiopia, 2024: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
BMC Pregnancy Childbirth
April 2024
Article Synopsis
- - Postpartum anemia, affecting over 69% of postpartum women in Ethiopia, significantly impacts maternal health by reducing quality of life and increasing risks for depression, while also affecting infants' care and breast milk supply.
- - The study reviewed literature and analyzed factors linked to postpartum anemia, finding education level, pre-delivery hemoglobin, the number of antenatal care visits, and previous postpartum hemorrhage as significant risk factors.
- - A systematic approach was used to gather and assess research from reputable databases, indicating that addressing postpartum anemia is crucial for improving maternal health in Ethiopia.
Aims: This report reviews major laws, acts and regulations of social benefits and services for individuals with disabilities, focusing on cerebral palsy in the five Nordic countries. It summarizes the available benefits and services and the re-application process and provides comparative analyses among the countries.
Methods: Published reports, articles and relevant government and municipal websites were reviewed for each respective country and used to compile an overview and comparison between the countries.