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  1. Article ; Online: Implementation Challenges of Community Directed Treatment with Ivermectin Program for Control of Onchocerciasis in Ulanga, Tanzania.

    Mushi, Vivian

    The East African health research journal

    2021  Volume 5, Issue 2, Page(s) 123–128

    Abstract: Background: Community drug distributors (CDDs) have a crucial role in distributing ivermectin for onchocerciasis control and prevention. Their roles, experiences and challenges faced in the implementation of community-directed treatment with ivermectin ( ...

    Abstract Background: Community drug distributors (CDDs) have a crucial role in distributing ivermectin for onchocerciasis control and prevention. Their roles, experiences and challenges faced in the implementation of community-directed treatment with ivermectin (CDTI) programme could potentially affect coverage, consequently leading to persistent transmission. Therefore, this study aimed to explore the experience and the roles which CDDs plays in implementation of community directed treatment with ivermectin program for onchocerciasis control in Ulanga, Tanzania.
    Methods: A cross-sectional study design was used to collect qualitative data in 2018 in Ulanga district, Tanzania. Five community drug distributors were purposively selected for in-depth interviews. Thematic framework approach for qualitative data analysis was used to generate codes, categories and themes.
    Results: Out of the five community drug distributors interviewed, two had experience of 15 to 20 years on implementation of the community directed treatment with ivermectin programme while the remaining community drug distributors had experience of less than 10 years. The main challenges faced by CDDs in the implementation of the CDTI programme include; the geographical location of the hamlets (hard to reach hamlets), long distances between houses, low compliance of community members to medication due to fear of side effects experienced before and mistrust of methods of dose calculation, short time of drug distribution and absence of people from their households as the exercise was conducted when community members were involved in agricultural activities.
    Conclusions: The challenges faced in the implementation of the CDTI programme could negatively affect the distribution and coverage of ivermectin treatment in the Ulanga district. It's now an opportune time to address the challenges that CDDs are facing in the implementation of the CDTI programme to ensure effective control of onchocerciasis in the district.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-11-15
    Publishing country Burundi
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 2520-5285
    ISSN (online) 2520-5285
    DOI 10.24248/eahrj.v5i2.661
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  2. Article: The holistic way of tackling the COVID-19 pandemic: the one health approach.

    Mushi, Vivian

    Tropical medicine and health

    2020  Volume 48, Page(s) 69

    Abstract: The severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) that is causing a global pandemic had a zoonotic origin in China. Considering the inter-connectedness between human, environment, and animal health, the One Health approach is the ... ...

    Abstract The severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) that is causing a global pandemic had a zoonotic origin in China. Considering the inter-connectedness between human, environment, and animal health, the One Health approach is the appropriate strategy to control and mitigate the effects of the ongoing coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). This letter explains the benefits of the One Health approach and recommends specific measures that could be taken to accelerate the fight against COVID-19 and prevent the spread of newly emerging infectious diseases.
    Keywords covid19
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-08-14
    Publishing country Japan
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2209835-5
    ISSN 1349-4147 ; 1348-8945
    ISSN (online) 1349-4147
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    DOI 10.1186/s41182-020-00257-0
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  3. Article: Integration of onchocerciasis morbidity management and disability prevention services in the healthcare system in Tanzania: a call for action and recommendations.

    Mushi, Vivian / Mmbando, Bruno P / Colebunders, Robert

    Tropical diseases, travel medicine and vaccines

    2024  Volume 10, Issue 1, Page(s) 1

    Abstract: Onchocerciasis is among the Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) responsible for dermatological, ophthalmological, and neurological manifestations. With the ongoing burden of onchocerciasis clinical manifestations, morbidity management, and disability ... ...

    Abstract Onchocerciasis is among the Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) responsible for dermatological, ophthalmological, and neurological manifestations. With the ongoing burden of onchocerciasis clinical manifestations, morbidity management, and disability prevention services are required to alleviate the suffering of the affected populations. Unfortunately, despite the ongoing transmission of onchocerciasis, morbidity management, and disability prevention services are limited in Tanzania. Therefore, this article highlights the concept of onchocerciasis morbidity management and disability prevention, along with the significance of its adoption in the healthcare system in Tanzania. We further provide recommendations on where and how to start.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-01-02
    Publishing country England
    Document type Letter
    ZDB-ID 2835327-4
    ISSN 2055-0936
    ISSN 2055-0936
    DOI 10.1186/s40794-023-00211-y
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  4. Article ; Online: The holistic way of tackling the COVID-19 pandemic

    Vivian Mushi

    Tropical Medicine and Health, Vol 48, Iss 1, Pp 1-

    the one health approach

    2020  Volume 2

    Abstract: Abstract The severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) that is causing a global pandemic had a zoonotic origin in China. Considering the inter-connectedness between human, environment, and animal health, the One Health approach is the ... ...

    Abstract Abstract The severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) that is causing a global pandemic had a zoonotic origin in China. Considering the inter-connectedness between human, environment, and animal health, the One Health approach is the appropriate strategy to control and mitigate the effects of the ongoing coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). This letter explains the benefits of the One Health approach and recommends specific measures that could be taken to accelerate the fight against COVID-19 and prevent the spread of newly emerging infectious diseases.
    Keywords COVID-19 ; SARS-CoV-2 ; One health approach ; Adoption and benefits ; Arctic medicine. Tropical medicine ; RC955-962 ; covid19
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-08-01T00:00:00Z
    Publisher BMC
    Document type Article ; Online
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  5. Article: Harnessing Social and Behavioural Change Strategies for the Prevention and Control of COVID-19: A Perspective from Tanzania.

    Mushi, Vivian / Mushi, Lilian

    The Malaysian journal of medical sciences : MJMS

    2021  Volume 28, Issue 4, Page(s) 153–155

    Abstract: Social and behavioural change strategies are crucial to facilitating the adoption of preventive behaviours during the COVID-19 pandemic. For the success of such social and behavioural changes, the community should be aware of the interventions and ... ...

    Abstract Social and behavioural change strategies are crucial to facilitating the adoption of preventive behaviours during the COVID-19 pandemic. For the success of such social and behavioural changes, the community should be aware of the interventions and willing to adhere to health advice. This letter details the strategies employed in Tanzania to accelerate the adoption of preventive behaviour and contain the spread of COVID-19.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-08-26
    Publishing country Malaysia
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2197205-9
    ISSN 2180-4303 ; 1394-195X
    ISSN (online) 2180-4303
    ISSN 1394-195X
    DOI 10.21315/mjms2021.28.4.16
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  6. Article ; Online: Integration of onchocerciasis morbidity management and disability prevention services in the healthcare system in Tanzania

    Vivian Mushi / Bruno P. Mmbando / Robert Colebunders

    Tropical Diseases, Travel Medicine and Vaccines, Vol 10, Iss 1, Pp 1-

    a call for action and recommendations

    2024  Volume 5

    Abstract: Abstract Onchocerciasis is among the Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) responsible for dermatological, ophthalmological, and neurological manifestations. With the ongoing burden of onchocerciasis clinical manifestations, morbidity management, and ... ...

    Abstract Abstract Onchocerciasis is among the Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) responsible for dermatological, ophthalmological, and neurological manifestations. With the ongoing burden of onchocerciasis clinical manifestations, morbidity management, and disability prevention services are required to alleviate the suffering of the affected populations. Unfortunately, despite the ongoing transmission of onchocerciasis, morbidity management, and disability prevention services are limited in Tanzania. Therefore, this article highlights the concept of onchocerciasis morbidity management and disability prevention, along with the significance of its adoption in the healthcare system in Tanzania. We further provide recommendations on where and how to start.
    Keywords Onchocerciasis ; Morbidity Management and Disability Prevention ; Epilepsy ; Ivermectin and Tanzania ; Arctic medicine. Tropical medicine ; RC955-962
    Subject code 360
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-01-01T00:00:00Z
    Publisher BMC
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  8. Article ; Online: The holistic way of tackling the COVID-19 pandemic

    Mushi, Vivian

    Tropical Medicine and Health

    the one health approach

    2020  Volume 48, Issue 1

    Keywords Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health ; Infectious Diseases ; covid19
    Language English
    Publisher Springer Science and Business Media LLC
    Publishing country us
    Document type Article ; Online
    ZDB-ID 2209835-5
    ISSN 1349-4147 ; 1348-8945
    ISSN (online) 1349-4147
    ISSN 1348-8945
    DOI 10.1186/s41182-020-00257-0
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  9. Article ; Online: Ovarian schistosomiasis: challenges of a neglected ectopic involvement of blood flukes. Case report and review of literature.

    Elias, Edrick / Silvestri, Valeria / Mushi, Vivian / Mandarano, Martina

    Pathologica

    2023  Volume 115, Issue 4, Page(s) 237–245

    Abstract: Introduction: Female genital schistosomiasis (FGS), infection of : The case: We report a case of 38-years-old woman assessed for a 10 year history of infertility. On ultrasound, multiple cystic formations were observed in the ovary. Histology after ... ...

    Abstract Introduction: Female genital schistosomiasis (FGS), infection of
    The case: We report a case of 38-years-old woman assessed for a 10 year history of infertility. On ultrasound, multiple cystic formations were observed in the ovary. Histology after oophorectomy to exclude malignancy showed granulomatous formations surrounding
    Discussion: Ectopic Schistosome oviposition, seen in the ovary and fallopian tubes as in our case, can be a potential cause of reproductive organ damage and complications such as infertility, ectopic pregnancy, miscarriage, premature birth, low birth weight, and even maternal death.
    Conclusions: More studies are needed on ovarian FGS and its impact on women fertility to guide specific interventions targeting vulnerable population of childbearing age, contributing to the NTD WHO 2030 aim of eliminating schistosomiasis as a matter of public health.
    MeSH term(s) Pregnancy ; Female ; Humans ; Adult ; Ovary ; Schistosomiasis/complications ; Schistosomiasis/diagnosis ; Infertility
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-09-14
    Publishing country Italy
    Document type Review ; Case Reports
    ZDB-ID 418229-7
    ISSN 1591-951X ; 0031-2983
    ISSN (online) 1591-951X
    ISSN 0031-2983
    DOI 10.32074/1591-951X-891
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  10. Article ; Online: Prevalence and management of filarial lymphoedema and its associated factors in Lindi district, Tanzania: A community-based cross-sectional study.

    John, Winfrida / Mushi, Vivian / Tarimo, Donath / Mwingira, Upendo

    Tropical medicine & international health : TM & IH

    2022  Volume 27, Issue 8, Page(s) 678–685

    Abstract: Objective: To determine the burden and management of filarial lymphoedema and its associated factors in Lindi district, Tanzania.: Methods: Cross-sectional study involving 954 community members who were screened for filarial lymphoedema by using a ... ...

    Abstract Objective: To determine the burden and management of filarial lymphoedema and its associated factors in Lindi district, Tanzania.
    Methods: Cross-sectional study involving 954 community members who were screened for filarial lymphoedema by using a checklist. Moreover, lymphoedema patients were examined for the presence of entry lesions, staging of disease, and interviewed on acute dermatolymphangioadenitis (ADLA) attacks, and their current practices on lymphoedema management. Descriptive statistics and logistic regression analyses were performed. A p < 0.05 was considered statistically significant.
    Results: The prevalence of filarial lymphoedema was 7.8%, with the majority in the early stage of lymphoedema (78.4%). The large majority (98.6%) of the patients had lower limb lymphoedema and 46% of lymphoedema patients had entry lesions. More than a half (60.8%) of those lymphoedema patients had experienced ADLA attacks; close to two-thirds (64.8%) had one or two attacks in the past 6 months. Generally, patients had inappropriate hygiene care practices for filarial lymphoedema management. Inappropriate hygiene care practice for lymphoedema management was associated with an increased risk for the development of advance stage of lymphoedema (adjusted odds ratio = 7.379, 95%, confidence interval: 3.535-16.018, p = 0.04).
    Conclusion: Though lymphatic filariasis transmission has drastically declined, chronic manifestations of lymphoedema persist in Lindi district. The recommended disease management practices are deficient, which calls for a programmatic approach for mapping the burden of lymphoedema and implementing its management.
    MeSH term(s) Cross-Sectional Studies ; Elephantiasis, Filarial/epidemiology ; Elephantiasis, Filarial/therapy ; Humans ; Lymphedema/epidemiology ; Lymphedema/etiology ; Lymphedema/therapy ; Prevalence ; Tanzania/epidemiology
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-06-28
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 1314080-2
    ISSN 1365-3156 ; 1360-2276
    ISSN (online) 1365-3156
    ISSN 1360-2276
    DOI 10.1111/tmi.13792
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