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Nov 29, 2024 | 
bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com | Florence Gyembuzie |Bright Opoku |Sierra Leone
This study examined the trends and inequalities in BCG vaccination coverage among one-year-olds in Sierra Leone. The analysis of BCG immunisation coverage among one-year-olds in Sierra Leone from 2008 to 2019 reveals significant progress, with overall coverage increasing from 82.0% in 2008 to 96.3% in 2019. Coverage was generally higher for children of older mothers (20–49), wealthier families, and mothers with secondary or higher educations.
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Nov 22, 2024 | 
bmcpediatr.biomedcentral.com | Alpha Umaru |Bright Opoku |Sierra Leone |Ernest Bai Koroma
We utilised data from the 2008, 2013, and 2019 Sierra Leone Demographic Health Survey (SLDHS). The SLDHS is a nationwide survey that aims to uncover long-lasting trends and changes in demographic indicators, health indicators, and social issues among individuals of all genders and age groups [17]. The SLDHS utilised a cross-sectional design, where participants were chosen using a stratified multi-stage cluster sampling process. The SLDHS report thoroughly explains the sampling procedure [17].
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Nov 18, 2024 | 
reproductive-health-journal.biomedcentral.com | Bright Opoku |Sierra Leone |REMS Consultancy
The study examined the inequalities in modern contraceptive use among women in Sierra Leone between 2008 and 2019. The study found that the prevalence of modern contraceptive use among women in Sierra Leone has increased significantly from 6.7% in 2008 to 20.9% in 2019. Overall, the results show that Sierra Leone has made progress in reducing inequalities in modern contraceptive use among women across various dimensions from 2008 to 2019.
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Nov 18, 2024 | 
link.springer.com | Bright Opoku |Sierra Leone |REMS Consultancy
AbstractDespite the known benefits of modern contraceptives in preventing unwanted pregnancies and reducing unsafe abortions, their use remains low among women of reproductive age in several sub-Saharan African countries, including Sierra Leone. This study investigated the inequalities in modern contraceptive use among women in Sierra Leone based on data from 2008 to 2019. We used data from the Sierra Leone Demographic Health Survey data rounds (2008, 2013, and 2019).
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Nov 13, 2024 | 
archpublichealth.biomedcentral.com | Florence Gyembuzie |Medlin Soko |Bright Opoku |Sierra Leone
Data was obtained from the 2008, 2013, and 2019 Sierra Leone Demographic Health Survey (SLDHS). The SLDHS is a comprehensive survey conducted throughout the country to determine regular patterns and alterations in demographic indicators, health indicators, and social issues among individuals of all genders and age groups. The SLDHS utilised a cross-sectional design, where respondents were selected through a stratified multi-stage cluster sampling procedure.
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Nov 3, 2024 | 
link.springer.com | Bright Opoku |Sierra Leone |REMS Consultancy |Alpha Umaru
AbstractIntestinal worm infections are a significant public health concern for pregnant women in low- and middle-income countries. These infections can lead to anaemia, malnutrition, and adverse pregnancy outcomes, including premature birth and low birth weight. Deworming medication during pregnancy is a safe and effective strategy to prevent these complications and improve maternal and child health.
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Oct 28, 2024 | 
archpublichealth.biomedcentral.com | Richard Gyan |Florence Gyembuzie |Bright Opoku |Sierra Leone
ReferencesTunçalp Ö, Pena-Rosas JP, Lawrie T, Bucagu M, Oladapo OT, Portela A, Gülmezoglu AM. WHO recommendations on antenatal care for a positive pregnancy experience going beyond survival. BJOG. 2017;124(6):860–2. Article PubMed Google Scholar Ahinkorah BO, Seidu AA, Budu E, Mohammed A, Adu C, Agbaglo E, Ameyaw EK, Yaya S. Factors associated with the number and timing of antenatal care visits among married women in Cameroon: evidence from the 2018 Cameroon Demographic and Health Survey.
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Oct 28, 2024 | 
reproductive-health-journal.biomedcentral.com | Bright Opoku |Richard Gyan |Sierra Leone |Regina Mamidy
This study examined the regional distribution and factors associated with early marriage in Ghana. Age, education, ethnicity, family size, and geographical region were associated with early marriage in Ghana. The study found a 29.2% prevalence of early marriage, which is similar to the 29.9% reported in another study in Northern Ghana [36] but higher than the 20% reported in another study in Ghana [16].
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Jul 10, 2024 | 
reproductive-health-journal.biomedcentral.com | Richard Gyan |Florence Gyembuzie |Bright Opoku |Sierra Leone
Our study examines the predictors of high completed fertility among married and cohabiting women aged 40–49 in Ghana. Over half (52.0%) of married and cohabiting women aged 40–49 years in Ghana have a high completed fertility rate.
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Jul 20, 2023 | 
frontiersin.org | Richard Gyan |Kwame Nkrumah |James Cook |Bright Opoku
BackgroundAs social beings, the identity of every individual is critical to their existence and recognition. Birth registration has long been one of the key conduits through which an individual’s identity is made known. In this context, birth registration refers to the process of recording a child’s birth (1). This process enables individuals to have access to their rights and benefits, including health care, education, and citizenship (2, 3).
