A community-based study of intention to use HIV self-testing among young people in urban areas of southern Ethiopia.

In sub-Saharan Africa, young people are at high risk of HIV infection, representing nearly 4 out of 5 new infections. HIV self-testing (HIVST), a new and proactive testing scheme that involves self-collection of a specimen and interpretation of results, is deemed potentially helpful for increasing testing amongst population groups like young people who do not frequently use routine testing services. This study assessed young people's intention to use HIVST in urban areas of southern Ethiopia drawing on the Theory of Planned Behaviour.

Physical activity status among adolescents in Southern Ethiopia: A mixed methods study.

Background: Adolescents physical activity is associated with current and future health benefits, reduction of cardio-vascular risk factors, improved bone mineral density, and mental health. The aim of the current study is to assess physical activity status and its factors among adolescents in Arba Minch and Jinka towns, Southern Ethiopia.

Methods: The study was conducted on 1255 randomly selected schools adolescents of Arba Minch and Jinka town by employing a mixed method.

Dietary Practice among Type 2 Diabetic Ppatients in Southern Ethiopia.

Background: Diabetic patients' dietary practice is critical to improve glycemic, lipid, and blood pressure control. However, a significant number of patients had poor dietary practice. In Ethiopia, more than half of diabetic patients were not practicing a healthy dietary approach.