Central African Journal of Public Health

Volume 10, Issue 4, August 2024

  • Research Article

    Knowledge and Attitude of Congolese Women of Childbearing Age Regarding the Risks and Consequences of Self-Medication: A Cross-Sectional Study

    Kapitene Kamuanga Michael*, Wembosongo Shokanga Michel, Makolo Bueyi Steve

    Issue: Volume 10, Issue 4, August 2024
    Pages: 163-175
    Received: 20 May 2024
    Accepted: 18 June 2024
    Published: 29 July 2024
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    Abstract: Introduction: Regulations on the sell and use of medicines in the Democratic Republic of Congo are at a rudimentary level. Self-medication is frequently used and it practice in all country, and in all social categories. It is the first therapeutic remedy used by the Congolese, before going to a hospital institution, if and only if the disease persi... Show More
  • Research Article

    Factors Associated with Family Planning: A Secondary Analysis of Senegal's DHS 2019

    Ndeye Mareme Sougou*, Mouhamadou Faly Ba, El Houceine Ouari, Fatou Bintou Diongue Lopez, Amadou Ibra Diallo, Cheikh Tacko Diop, Ibrahima Seck

    Issue: Volume 10, Issue 4, August 2024
    Pages: 176-182
    Received: 13 June 2024
    Accepted: 16 July 2024
    Published: 29 July 2024
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    Abstract: Background. In Senegal, despite numerous interventions, the family planning rate has stagnated since 2016. The aim of this study is to analyze the determinants of modern contraceptive use in Senegal in 2019. Methods. This study is a secondary analysis of data from the 2019 Senegal Demographic and Health Survey. The sample consisted of 8998 women ag... Show More
  • Review Article

    Application of the Health Belief Model (HBM) in Buruli Ulcer Education: A Literature Review

    Atubiga Alobit Baba*, Ataari Abdulai Elvis, Maambo Cynthia, Alexander Atiah Anyagre, Mahama Wayo Smith, Stanley Cowther, Michael Adjabeng

    Issue: Volume 10, Issue 4, August 2024
    Pages: 183-187
    Received: 26 June 2024
    Accepted: 22 July 2024
    Published: 30 August 2024
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    Abstract: Introduction: The basic principles of the Health Belief Model as a theoretical foundation were employed to examine Buruli ulcer education. The study employed various strategies to obtain relevant studies about the constructs of the Health Belief Model which were relevant in the context of Buruli ulcer education. Method: The strategies used sought t... Show More
  • Research Article

    Effect of Comprehensive HIV Prevention Information Package on Syphilis Infection Levels Among Youths in Kakamega and Kericho Counties, Kenya

    Joab Khasewa, Isaac Mwanzo*, Alloys Orago

    Issue: Volume 10, Issue 4, August 2024
    Pages: 188-195
    Received: 28 July 2024
    Accepted: 20 August 2024
    Published: 30 August 2024
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    Abstract: The world's biggest threat to development and public health is HIV. Youth in sub-Saharan Africa are primarily affected by the HIV epidemic. Despite the availability of HIV prevention options, new infections among youth in Kenya only reduced by 56% between 2015 and 2021. Various HIV prevention interventions have been implemented among youth with lit... Show More