Prevalence and factors associated with female genital mutilation among daughters using Somalia Demographic Health Survey Data, SDHS 2020.

Objective: To determine the prevalence and associated factors of female genital mutilation (FGM) among daughters of women aged 15-49 in Somalia using data from the 2020 Somaliland Demographic and Health Survey (SDHS).

Design: A cross-sectional study utilizing data from the 2020 SDHS.

Setting: Data was collected across Somalia, including urban, rural, and nomadic areas.

Prevalence and determinants of heart disease in Somaliland: An analysis of the 2020 Somaliland demographic and health survey (SLDHS).

Background: Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are a leading cause of death globally, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. While data on heart disease prevalence in Somaliland is limited, the 2020 Somaliland Demographic and Health Survey (SLDHS) provides a valuable opportunity to assess this critical public health issue.

Methods: This study analyzed data from the 2020 SLDHS, a nationally representative cross-sectional survey.

Prevalance and determinants of hypertension among adults in Somalia using Somalia demographic health survey data, SDHS 2020.

Background: Hypertension, a major global health concern, continues to affect millions of adults worldwide, leading to significant morbidity and mortality. The burden of hypertension is particularly pronounced in low- and middle-income countries, where limited healthcare resources and infrastructure pose unique challenges for effective prevention and management. Despite the pressing need for accurate data on hypertension prevalence and determinants, there is a dearth of research focusing on the Somali population.