ABSTRACT Contribution of improved charcoal kilns to households’ income is not well documented. This study analysed contribution of improved charcoal kilns to households' income in Kilindi district by focusing on; characterizing charcoal producers, economic contribution of improved charcoal kilns and examining factors underlying the use of improved charcoal kilns. The study used questionnaires and checklists to collect data from 200 charcoal producers. Gross margin was used to analyse the co...
ABSTRACT Background: The problem of healthcare-seeking behaviors is inadequate all over the world particularly in low and middle-income countries. Poor health-seeking behavior is reported to result in the delay in seeking appropriate care and increase the risk of morbidity and death in children. Despite all health consequences resulted from poor health-seeking behavior, the factors influencing it were unclear yet. Objective: The aim of this study was to examine the determinants of healthcare-...
ABSTRACT Maize storage losses are a threat to smallholder farmers in developing countries. In Tanzania, smallholder farmers adopt various storage technologies in storing their maize. Hence, it is crucial to examine effectiveness of each technology adopted in storage loss abatement. Thus, this study aimed to undertake an Economic Analysis of Maize Storage Technologies Adopted by Smallholder Farmers in Kilosa and Kongwa Districts. It specifically focused on identifying various maize storage tec...
ABSTRACT Background T.B score chart is a major diagnostic measure for diagnosing T.B in children, even though T.B score chart used there is gradual increase of T.B case among children. The objective of the study was to assess health care provider‟s knowledge, attitude, and perceived skills on diagnosing tuberculosis using tuberculosis score chart in children aged 0-59 months Dodoma region. Methods: Hospital-based analytical cross-sectional study was conducted between June and July 2020 in 1...
ABSTRACT Health care is essential to the general welfare of society. Studying the hospital patients‟ data distribution through the probability distribution analysis and forecasting time series model is very important in the health care system. This study has examined the hospital inpatients and outpatients' daily data for two years taken from DRRH through the hospital electronic health management information system. This study seeks to identify comprehensively the appropriate statistical di...
ABSTRACT Malaria remains a major cause of morbidity and mortality, leading more than 600 million cases and two million deaths each year Worldwide. Over 90% of these cases occur in sub-Saharan Africa where Falciparum Malaria is pervasive and the major killer of children less than 5 years old. This study was conducted to figure out the demographic factors that influence the prevalence of Malaria in Nyasa District and to assess the level of knowledge and awareness on malaria incurred by the domi...
ABSTRACT Background: Despite a massive increase in private and public efforts over the years, malaria still remains one of the global health concerns. In sub- Saharan Africa, malaria in pregnancy (MiP) is responsible for 20% of stillbirths and 11% of all newborn deaths and 10,000 maternal deaths globally. The WHO in October 2012 recommended that all pregnant women be given the preventive treatment (IPT with sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine) from the second trimester, with at least 3 doses until del...
ABSTRACT It is the right of every child to get an identity and nationality. Birth registration involves documentation of a child’s birth in the civil register by the government authority and it is the first legal document of a child. It provides vital information that facilitates planning and development in a country. In Ghana, about 50% of children under five are registered. In recent years, maternal education is said to be influencing birth registration. Specifically, it is proposed tha...
Abstract A study was conducted to compare conception rate between groups of 71 Tuli and 86 Afrikaner heifers and cows bred using artificial insemination technology and natural service method at Matopos Research Institute. Data on female ID number (ear tag), last calving date, parity, the breed of animal, breeding method (inseminated vs. natural mating) and pregnancy status were recorded. Binary logistic regression and cross tabulations were used for statistical analysis. Breeding method, bree...
ABSTRACT The purpose of this study was to investigate socialization factors influencing financial behaviors among university students in Zimbabwe. In this harsh economy evidenced in Zimbabwe where students’ no longer receive grants and loans, college life seems to be difficult for the university students and the situation requires one to be able to manage their finances well and to be financially literate. Theoretical and empirical literatures were both reviewed on socialization agents so a...
ABSTRACT The purpose of this study was to investigate socialization factors influencing financial behaviors among university students in Zimbabwe. In this harsh economy evidenced in Zimbabwe where students’ no longer receive grants and loans, college life seems to be difficult for the university students and the situation requires one to be able to manage their finances well and to be financially literate. Theoretical and empirical literatures were both reviewed on socialization agents so a...
ABSTRACT INTRODUCTION: With the antiretroviral therapy treat-all protocol among HIV-infected children and adolescents, monitoring of virological treatment failure and assessing the factors associated with virological treatment failure is mandatory in reducing morbidity, mortality and improving quality of life. This study aimed at determining prevalence and factors associated with virological treatment failure among children and adolescents on antiretroviral therapy. METHODS: Cross-sectional f...
ABSTRACT Background. Men’s involvement in maternity care is recognized as a key strategy in improving maternal health and accelerating reduction of maternal mortality. This study investigated the factors determining men’s involvement in maternity care in Dodoma Region, Central Tanzania. Methods. This cross-sectional survey used multistage sampling in four districts of Dodoma Region to select 966 married men participants aged 18 years and above. Data were collected using a structured quest...
ABSTRACT Despite notable achievement in skills laboratory implementation in Tanzania, there have been some challenges; such as inadequate and poor physical infrastructure, lack of laboratory equipment and large number of students being trained in these facilities. This study aimed to evaluate the skill laboratory methodology implementation and its effectiveness in improving competencies in Infection Prevention and Control among nursing students‟ in Tanzania’. An analytical cross-sectional...
ABSTRACT There has been a growing concern on the effect of heavy backpack on health among school going children who are at an important stage of their growth and development. Grade-based learning has pushed many students to carrying heavy backpacks hence leaving them exposed to musculoskeletal problems. The objective of this study was to measure the backpack weight carried by pupils in Starehe sub-county in order to assess the effects of backpack weight on musculoskeletal pain. A descriptive...