Science Journal of Public Health

Volume 12, Issue 6, December 2024

  • Research Article

    Analysis of Trends in Immunization Coverage Inequalities Among Children Aged 12–23 Months in Guinea: Data from Demographic and Health Surveys in 2005, 2012, and 2018

    Niouma Nestor Leno*, Abdoulaye Maciré Camara, Daniel William Athanase Leno, Kadio Jean-Jacques Olivier Kadio, Moussa Fanta Keita, Sékou Solano, Iya Condé, Sékou Sidate Sylla, Serge Manitu Mayaka

    Issue: Volume 12, Issue 6, December 2024
    Pages: 178-188
    Received: 28 September 2024
    Accepted: 18 October 2024
    Published: 13 November 2024
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    Abstract: Background: The aim of this study was to describe trends in inequalities in full immunization of children aged 12 to 23 months and to identify associated socioeconomic factors. Methods: A secondary analysis was carried out using data from three Demographic and Health Surveys (DHS) conducted in 2005, 2012 and 2018 in the Republic of Guinea. The conc... Show More
  • Methodology Article

    Achieving Healthcare Value through Care Plan Accountability

    John Rezen*

    Issue: Volume 12, Issue 6, December 2024
    Pages: 189-193
    Received: 19 September 2024
    Accepted: 30 October 2024
    Published: 29 November 2024
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    Abstract: U.S. medical costs continue to outpace the GDP despite the introduction of multiple accountable care efforts established to reduce unnecessary expenditures. These increasing costs have a negative impact on patients who are experiencing increased out-of-pocket expenses as well as employers who must shoulder a large part of the healthcare cost burden... Show More
  • Research Article

    Challenges of Community Health Nurses During Postnatal Home Visitation in Selected Districts of the Ashanti Region, Ghana

    Yvonne Agyeman-Duah*, Million Bimerew

    Issue: Volume 12, Issue 6, December 2024
    Pages: 194-200
    Received: 31 October 2024
    Accepted: 18 November 2024
    Published: 29 November 2024
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    Abstract: Introduction: Efforts have been made to improve maternal and child health care globally, with a focus on promoting postnatal care for mothers and babies. In spite of the known significance of postnatal visits for enhancing maternal and child health care, concerns still exist regarding maternal and infant health care in the Ashanti Region and Ghana ... Show More
  • Research Article

    Early Discontinuation of Implanon and Its Determinants Among Women Who Ever Used Implanon: A Cross-Sectional Study in Oromia Region of Ethiopia

    Damitu Gudina Defa, Legesse Tadesse Wodajo*

    Issue: Volume 12, Issue 6, December 2024
    Pages: 201-211
    Received: 29 October 2024
    Accepted: 15 November 2024
    Published: 3 December 2024
    DOI: 10.11648/j.sjph.20241206.14
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    Abstract: Introduction: Contraceptive utilization reduces maternal mortality and improves child survival. The reasons for ineffective practices need proper exploration. However, in the study area, information on the level of early Implanon discontinuation and contributing factors is scarce. Objective: To assess early Implanon discontinuation and associated f... Show More