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Jaggery and Tea Workers Perceptions on the Use of ITNs in Prevention of Malaria in South Mugirango Sub- County, Kisii County, Kenya
Masta Ondara Omwono,
Justus Oseno Osero,
Alloys Sigar Steven Orago,
Taratisio Ndwiga
Issue:
Volume 3, Issue 1, March 2018
Pages:
1-8
Received:
18 November 2017
Accepted:
15 December 2017
Published:
16 January 2018
Abstract: Background; An estimated 51.6% of adults by age distribution among the Jaggery and Tea workers aged 18-49 years are at risk of contracting malaria due to improper use of ITNs in South Mugirango Sub County. Kisii County, Kenya. This is due to their perception and the reasons for not sleeping under ITNs. Published data on ITNs use among the Jaggery and Tea workers in South Mugirango Sub County are limited. The purpose of this study is to establish the Jaggery and Tea workers perception on ITNs use. Methods; A descriptive cross sectional study was used, where South Mugirango was purposively selected. The study systematically and randomly selected and interviewed 209 Jaggery and Tea workers on ITNs use. Qualitative methods were used to investigate their perceptions on ITNs use. Data was also collected via structured questionnaire, focused group discussion and Key informant interviews to obtain views. Results; Overall 209 Jaggery and Tea workers were selected and interviewed; 116 (56%) males and 93 (44%) females, about 52% perceived mosquitoes to cause malaria and 77.3% cited the main reasons of not using the ITNs as to cause suffocation, irritation and dreams. There was a positive relationship between gender and education on ITNs use (P<0.001,) respectively. There was also significant relationship between cost, accessibility and house structure and ITNs use (P<0.0010) while age and marital status were not statistically significant. Conclusion and recommendations; The 77.3% who perceived that ITNs causes suffocation, irritation and dreams is high number as malaria is on the rise among the study group. Therefore the study recommends; (a) Policy review on ITNs use among the Jaggery and Tea workers (b) Intensive health training on perception and beliefs on ITNs to improve its use with adoption of door to door awareness creation on the importance of ITNs use.
Abstract: Background; An estimated 51.6% of adults by age distribution among the Jaggery and Tea workers aged 18-49 years are at risk of contracting malaria due to improper use of ITNs in South Mugirango Sub County. Kisii County, Kenya. This is due to their perception and the reasons for not sleeping under ITNs. Published data on ITNs use among the Jaggery a...
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Functionality of Elderly Persons: A Comparison Between Institutionalized and Non – Institutionalized Elderly Persons in Nairobi City County, in Kenya
Judy Wairimu Mugo,
Vincent Onywera,
Judith Waudo,
Ochieng George Otieno
Issue:
Volume 3, Issue 1, March 2018
Pages:
9-15
Received:
1 December 2017
Accepted:
23 December 2017
Published:
23 March 2018
Abstract: This study compared the Functionality of Institutionalized elderly persons and that of the elderly persons living with their family and or community members using the Modified Barthel Index. Two hundred and seventy elderly men and women who met the inclusion criteria were sampled, 135 from 4 Institutions namely Mji wa Huruma, Nyumba ya Wazee Ruaraka, Kariobangi Cheshire home and Mother Teresa in Huruma and 135 from Gumba, Kariobangi, Huruma and Kawangware divisions. Data were coded and entered using EPI Info version 9 and were analyzed using SPSS version 17. There were more totally dependent elderly at Institutions (13.6%), compared to 3% who were Non-institutionalized. The majority of those who were able to independently go in and out of their house and in and out of bed or wheel chair were living in the Institutions of the elderly. There were no gender differences in performing ADLs. More men than women were found to have pressure sores and bed sores. The study will reference for similar studies in Kenya and other parts of the world and prompt tertiary institutions of learning to design new training programs and review existing programs to address the Functionality needs of the growing population of Elderly persons.
Abstract: This study compared the Functionality of Institutionalized elderly persons and that of the elderly persons living with their family and or community members using the Modified Barthel Index. Two hundred and seventy elderly men and women who met the inclusion criteria were sampled, 135 from 4 Institutions namely Mji wa Huruma, Nyumba ya Wazee Ruarak...
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Relation of Job Related Factors with Different Dimensions of Quality of Work Life
Shahria Sattar,
Kamrul Laila,
Mohammad Zakir Hossain Khan,
Golam Mohammad Abul Monsur Khan
Issue:
Volume 3, Issue 1, March 2018
Pages:
16-22
Received:
14 March 2018
Accepted:
28 March 2018
Published:
9 May 2018
Abstract: Background The quality of organization depends on the quality of work, which controlled by workers. The problem of workers’ adjustment to their work situation is reflected through their perception of QWL. Methods This descriptive type of cross-sectional study was carried out to assess the quality of work life of the garment workers in Dhaka city. The study was conducted on a sample of 110 workers from two selected garment factories. Information was collected by using an Inventory for measuring quality of work life. In this study, effect of job related variables on five dimensions of quality of work life namely working environment, welfare measure, supervision, participation in decision making and communication were determined. Result Majority (69.1%) of the respondent were female. The ages of the participants were between 15 to 37 years. 60.9% female workers were working in sewing section, whereas 20.9% male workers working in knitting section. The mean monthly income of the respondent was around Tk. 3500. Most of them were married with educational status up to primary level and current job experience was from 1 to 3 years. The mean score for quality of work life of the workers was found to be 291.56±27.700 or 49% of maximum possible scores. Conclusion Job related variables had significant influence on all 5 dimensions of quality of work life.
Abstract: Background The quality of organization depends on the quality of work, which controlled by workers. The problem of workers’ adjustment to their work situation is reflected through their perception of QWL. Methods This descriptive type of cross-sectional study was carried out to assess the quality of work life of the garment workers in Dhaka city. T...
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Maternal Perception of Body Mass Index and Dietary Habits Leading to Obesity Among Saudi School Aged Children a Comparative Study
Maha Mohammad Al Balawi,
Manal Fehade Al-Harbi,
Sahar Mohammed Hassan Yakout
Issue:
Volume 3, Issue 1, March 2018
Pages:
23-31
Received:
31 March 2018
Accepted:
15 April 2018
Published:
17 May 2018
Abstract: Background: Childhood obesity is one of the most severe public health problems of the 21st century. Obesity is global, and it affects many low- and middle-income countries, especially in urban settings; its prevalence has increased at an alarming rate. The study was carried out in Prince Sultan Military Medical City and King Fahad Medical City in Riyadh, as well as the North West Armed Forces Hospital in Tabuk. Method: A quantitative correlative cross-sectional design was used. A non-probability sampling of mothers of school-age children (n=300) was recruited. The questionnaire developed with two parts: tool I was a structured questionnaire, while tool II was the Child Feeding Questionnaire (CFQ). Result: The mean age of the mothers in Riyadh was 38.81±6.06 years old, while in Tabuk it was 40.3±5.8 years old. Regarding maternal perception about their children, BMI (80.7%, 82%) did not know the importance and detention of BMI and 80.7% not assessed before their BMI. There was a significant correlation between mothers' BMIs and their children's BMI. In comparison between maternal perception and actual BMI in Tabuk, 16.6% of mothers perceived their children to be underweight, but 4.8% of were underweight. Conclusion: It was concluded that over half of mother had fair to poor scores concerning knowledge about children's eating habits. Moreover, one-third of maternal perception and practices about the CFQ ranged from fair to poor. Thus, the researcher recommended applied nutritional counselling, and education should be provided; furthermore, children should be involved in group and diet workshops.
Abstract: Background: Childhood obesity is one of the most severe public health problems of the 21st century. Obesity is global, and it affects many low- and middle-income countries, especially in urban settings; its prevalence has increased at an alarming rate. The study was carried out in Prince Sultan Military Medical City and King Fahad Medical City in R...
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