Publications by authors named "Y Amare"

Intestinal parasitic infections (IPIs) are the main public health problems in several developing countries, and under-five-aged children are the most vulnerable groups of the population. The current study aimed to determine the prevalence and associated risk factors of IPIs among under-five-aged children at Dabat primary hospital, northwest Ethiopia. A cross-sectional hospital-based study including 384 under-five-aged children was conducted from February to June 2022.

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Background: Bacterial contamination of milk is a primary culprit for causing foodborne illnesses, presenting a significant health hazard for millions of individuals around the globe. The level and variety of microorganisms present in raw milk determine its degree of contamination and the potential health risks it poses.

Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted from February to August.

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Article Synopsis
  • Microbial contamination from foodborne bacteria has resulted in numerous meat recalls linked to serious health risks, mainly due to pathogens originating from animals and contaminated equipment during processing.
  • A study conducted between February 30 and March 15, 2022, assessed sanitary conditions and hygiene practices in abattoirs and butcher shops, collecting a total of 120 samples for bacterial analysis.
  • Out of the 76 bacteria isolated, a significant portion showed high rates of multidrug resistance, with 67.1% classified as multidrug-resistant (MDR), demonstrating a concerning prevalence of contamination in meat and associated equipment.
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Parasitic and microbial contamination and the pattern of occurrence of the parasite species depends on weather conditions, socio-cultural conditions, sampling season, analyzed vegetable products, and other factors. Therefore, local assessment of vegetable contamination is crucial for targeted and effective interventions. A cross-sectional study was conducted from February to August 2022.

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Introduction: Cervical cancer is the second highest cause of cancer-related mortality in the world, and it is one of the top 20 causes of mortality in Ethiopia. Even though cervical cancer is more common among women living with HIV, the utilization of cervical cancer screening services remains low in Ethiopia.

Objectives: This study aimed to assess cervical cancer screening service utilization and associated factors among women living with HIV receiving anti-retroviral therapy at Adama Hospital Medical College, Ethiopia.

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