Publications by authors named "M A Mensah"
The study examines the increasing use of organic soil amendments (OSA) due to declining soil fertility and the high cost of synthetic fertilizers, alongside growing concerns about microplastics (MPs) accumulating in soil, which negatively impact soil, crop, and food quality. This research assessed the presence and characteristics of microplastics in Municipal Solid Waste Composts (MSWC) and dry sewage sludge (DSS) within the Greater Accra Metropolitan Area (GAMA) of Ghana. The study analyzed two sources of MSWC (MSWC 1 and MSWC 2) and two sources of DSS (Sludge 1 and Sludge 2), with five samples each, for microplastic concentrations.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFNutrition and the home environment contribute to the development of the autonomic nervous system (ANS). However, no study has examined the long-term effects of prenatal and postnatal small-quantity lipid-based nutrient supplements (SQ-LNS) and home environment on ANS regulation. We investigated the effect of early-life SQ-LNS and home environment on ANS regulation at 9-11 years.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Diabetes mellitus is a growing public health emergency with prevalence in sub-Sahara Africa expected to experience the highest increase by 2045. Glycemic control is central to diabetes management, but it is influenced by various factors. This study determines the level of glycemic control and the associated individual factors among type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) patients.
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- The objective of the study was to create a reference standard and audit framework for pharmaceutical companies to enhance diversity in clinical trials, following guidelines from the US FDA and other stakeholders.
- The research involved analyzing policies from 50 pharmaceutical companies, selected based on their market capitalization, using data from their websites and annual reports as well as guidance from various health organizations.
- Key findings established 14 themes to improve diversity in clinical trials, including setting enrollment targets that reflect the affected populations, broadening eligibility criteria, and ensuring diverse workforce representation in trial management.