Factors affectinsg the utilization of Xpert MTB/RIF assay among TB clinic health workers in Addis Ababa.

Introduction: The diagnostic accuracy of Xpert MTB/RIF is well documented but underutilization is a major challenge in most high burden countries. This appears to be linked with insufficient knowledge of health professionals of using the tool. However, this has not been well studied.

3-month daily rifampicin and isoniazid compared to 6- or 9-month isoniazid for treating latent tuberculosis infection in children and adolescents less than 15 years of age: an updated systematic review.

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Awareness of occupational hazards and associated factors among welders in Lideta Sub-City, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Background: Welding is a manufacturing industry where workers could be exposed to several hazards. However, there is a dearth of studies clarifying the situation in Ethiopia. The present study determined the level of awareness of occupational hazards and associated factors among welding employees at Lideta Sub-City, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Utilization of personal protective equipment and associated factors among textile factory workers at Hawassa Town, Southern Ethiopia.

Background: Use of personal protective equipment is one of the important measures to safeguard workers from exposure to occupational hazards, especially in developing countries. However, there is a dearth of studies describing personal protective equipment utilization in Ethiopia. The present study has determined the magnitude of personal protective equipment utilization and identified associated factors among textile factory workers at Hawassa Town, southern Ethiopia.