Publications by authors named "Mitsiwat Abebe"
Background: Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is affecting numerous Ethiopian populations regardless of environmental and social status. Diabetic people all over the world are commonly urged to acquire a healthy eating habit, which necessitates lifelong changes in food habits, beliefs, and meal patterns. Dietary management is considered one of the cornerstones of diabetes care, as it is an important component of the overall treatment plan.
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- HPV is the most prevalent sexually transmitted infection and significantly contributes to cervical cancer, prompting Ethiopia to launch a vaccination initiative for 6 million girls starting December 2018.
- A study involving 619 parents in Central Ethiopia sought to gauge their knowledge and attitudes about the HPV vaccine for daughters aged 9 to 14, revealing that only about 39% had adequate knowledge and 40% held a favorable attitude.
- Factors such as age, place of residence, and wealth status were found to impact parents' knowledge about HPV, indicating that more resources and education are needed to improve understanding and attitudes towards the vaccine.