Publications by authors named "Wongelawit Moges Alemu"
Environ Health Insights
October 2024
Article Synopsis
- Foodborne diseases are a major global health issue, often due to improper food handling, and this study investigates the knowledge, attitudes, and hygiene practices of food handlers in Yeka Sub-city, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
- A survey of 373 food handlers showed good overall knowledge (65%) and positive attitudes (92.2%) toward food safety, but poor hygiene practices (44%) and gaps in understanding disease transmission, particularly for diseases like Hepatitis A and tuberculosis.
- Factors such as marital status, food safety experience, and job satisfaction influenced the food handlers' knowledge, attitudes, and practices, indicating a need for improved education and consistent hygiene measures in food service establishments.
