A. Asobochia, Ulrich Dama, F. Akoa, M. Dzeuta, Désiré Tchoffo, J. Abanda, Henri Kamga
Purpose: Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and hepatitis B virus (HBV) , hepatitis C virus are causes of significant morbidity and mortality across the World .HIV and HBV&HCV are blood-borne viruses transmitted usually through sexual contact and use of unsterilized needles. Their similar means of transmission increases the risk of contracting both infections concurrently. This study was aimed at assessing the knowledge, practices and attitude of pregnant women on prevention and transmission of HIV, hepatitis B and C with respect to educational level at the Mifi health district. Methodology: This study was a descriptive cross sectional study involving pregnant women who visited different health centers with the Mifi health district between the month of January to june 2023. Sampling was done by convenience Data was analysed using version 20.0. and the data was presented in tables and bar graphs, meanwhile the pearson chi square test was used to compare variables under investigation at a confidence interval of 95%, providing a 5% error margin. Descriptive values were expressed as the frequency, percentage, and mean ± standard deviation (SD). Findings: Out of the 467 participants, 80.73% were within the poor knowledge range whereas 12.63% showed good knowledge (while 6.63 recorded excellent knowledge scores. 44.96% were within the poor practice range while 55.03% showed good practice. majority showed poor attitude toward transmission and prevention of HIV, HBV and HCV as only 18(3.85%) were willing to meet the doctor if they were diagnosed of any of the above mention infections meaning 449 (96.14%) will embrace fear and sadness. Majority of pregnant women in this study had good knowledge regarding prevention and transmission of HIV,HBV and. Irrespective of the knowledge, practices and attitude of the participants were generally poor at the Mifi health district in Cameroon. Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: This research have come to set standard in health facilities in the mifi health district by proving beyond doubt that pregnant women are co infected with both HIV,HBV, and HCV and giving the poor attitude and practices among women that fuel the transmissions of these infections, we stand to advocate that all women presenting for ANC, should be compulsorily tested for HIV,HBV and HCV and equally much education on the transmission mode of these infections by the nurses should be implemented. This study have saved as an eye opener to policy makers to impost the testing of HIV, HBV and HCV during every first ANC visit and possibly two weeks before delivery.
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Purpose: The goal of the Healthy People initiative is to improve the health of the nation as a whole by directing efforts that are made at the national level to promote health and prevent sickness (Healthy People, 2023). Methodology: This been a white paper the study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low-cost advantage as compared to field research. The current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries. Findings: The study found out that promoting a healthier and more informed generation requires health literacy in youngsters. The study also found out that the reduction of obesity among police officers would enhance both their general well-being and their effectiveness at work. The study indicated that a comprehensive road safety program targeting car accidents should be implemented to reduce road accidents Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Primary school’s teachers should integrate health education as a regular part of the curriculum, The police department should establish clear and realistic goals and incentives for police officers to participate in the health and wellness programs and drivers should undergo regular training and testing to ensure they follow the traffic rules and regulations. Education authorities should support and facilitate health literacy instruction in primary schools, by providing adequate resources and training, The United Arab Emirates (UAE) government should allocate more funds and resources to support individualized health and wellness programs for police officers, as well as to raise awareness about the risks of obesity and the benefits of physical activity and healthy eating. The government should develop and implement a national road safety strategy that sets clear goals and targets for reducing car accident fatalities and injuries. This strategy should be evidence-based and regularly updated.
{"title":"Health Determinants: Healthy People of the UAE 2025 – 2035 Plan","authors":"Rauda Alneyadi","doi":"10.47604/gjhs.2256","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.47604/gjhs.2256","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose: The goal of the Healthy People initiative is to improve the health of the nation as a whole by directing efforts that are made at the national level to promote health and prevent sickness (Healthy People, 2023). \u0000Methodology: This been a white paper the study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low-cost advantage as compared to field research. The current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries. \u0000Findings: The study found out that promoting a healthier and more informed generation requires health literacy in youngsters. The study also found out that the reduction of obesity among police officers would enhance both their general well-being and their effectiveness at work. The study indicated that a comprehensive road safety program targeting car accidents should be implemented to reduce road accidents \u0000Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Primary school’s teachers should integrate health education as a regular part of the curriculum, The police department should establish clear and realistic goals and incentives for police officers to participate in the health and wellness programs and drivers should undergo regular training and testing to ensure they follow the traffic rules and regulations. Education authorities should support and facilitate health literacy instruction in primary schools, by providing adequate resources and training, The United Arab Emirates (UAE) government should allocate more funds and resources to support individualized health and wellness programs for police officers, as well as to raise awareness about the risks of obesity and the benefits of physical activity and healthy eating. The government should develop and implement a national road safety strategy that sets clear goals and targets for reducing car accident fatalities and injuries. This strategy should be evidence-based and regularly updated.","PeriodicalId":509570,"journal":{"name":"Global Journal of Health Sciences","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139441078","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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