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  1. Artikel ; Online: Low engagement of key populations in HIV health services in Tanzania: analysis of community, legal and policy factors.

    Kigombola, Andrew / Lyimo, Johnson / Mizinduko, Mucho / Mkembela, Deogratias / Maziku, Evelyne / Kafura, William / Maghimbi, Abubakar / Musanhu, Christine / Nsubuga, Peter / Yoti, Zablon

    The Pan African medical journal

    2023  Band 45, Heft Suppl 1, Seite(n) 8

    Abstract: Introduction: key populations (KP) often face legal and social challenges that increase their vulnerability to HIV. These experiences include criminalization, higher levels of stigma and discrimination which negatively affect access to HIV services. ... ...

    Abstract Introduction: key populations (KP) often face legal and social challenges that increase their vulnerability to HIV. These experiences include criminalization, higher levels of stigma and discrimination which negatively affect access to HIV services. This study aims to understand legal, community and policy factors affecting engagement of KP in HIV health interventions.
    Methods: qualitative research key populations design involving a desk review and stakeholder's engagement. We reviewed program data from NACP on how KP access health services and then conducted three stakeholders' engagement meetings. Factors affecting access to health services by KP were documented. Data were organized using socio-ecological model (SEM).
    Results: program data showed only 49% of the estimated KP accessed health services. Barriers to accessing health services at the interpersonal level included lack of social support and high-risk networks linked with risk behaviours. At the community, stigma and discrimination, limited engagement of influential leaders were noted. In health facilities, lack of trained staff to provide KP friendly services affected utilization of health services. At structural level, despite improvements, still various laws negated engagement of KP such criminalizing drug use, same sex, and sex work. Harassments and arrests further marginalize KP and makes access to health intervention harder.
    Conclusion: engagement of key population into HIV health interventions was limited at multiple levels. The study recommends building capacity on KP friendly services for communities, law enforcement and health care providers, further engagement of communities including religious leaders on KP issues and implementing differentiated service delivery models for KP.
    Mesh-Begriff(e) Humans ; HIV Infections/therapy ; HIV Infections/epidemiology ; Tanzania ; Health Services Accessibility ; Health Services ; Social Stigma ; Policy
    Sprache Englisch
    Erscheinungsdatum 2023-06-20
    Erscheinungsland Uganda
    Dokumenttyp Review ; Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2514347-5
    ISSN 1937-8688 ; 1937-8688
    ISSN (online) 1937-8688
    ISSN 1937-8688
    DOI 10.11604/pamj.supp.2023.45.1.39591
    Datenquelle MEDical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System OnLINE

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  2. Artikel ; Online: Reducing deaths and injury from road traffic crashes through multisectoral collaboration.

    Kessi, Mary / Sokoni, Deus / Kitambi, Mary / Katopola, Daudi / Fedjo, Galbert / Kileo, Neema / Murphy, Evelyn / Maxmillan, Mapunda / Rweyemamu, Leticia / John, Jones Jema / Akyoo, Elibahati / Yoti, Zablon

    The Pan African medical journal

    2023  Band 45, Heft Suppl 1, Seite(n) 1

    Abstract: Introduction: road traffic injuries are the eighth cause of mortality globally, killing about 1.35 million people and leaving more than 50 million others with permanent injuries and disabilities yearly. In Tanzania, the impact of road traffic crashes is ...

    Abstract Introduction: road traffic injuries are the eighth cause of mortality globally, killing about 1.35 million people and leaving more than 50 million others with permanent injuries and disabilities yearly. In Tanzania, the impact of road traffic crashes is still high despite a noticeable reduction in the number of associated injuries. This paper seeks to lay the foundation for promoting multisectoral actions and collaborations in dealing with public health concerns due to increased consequences caused by road traffic deaths and injuries.
    Methods: in 2015, a multisectoral approach was adopted to implement a 5-year (2015-2020) road safety program that aimed to advocate for amendment of the Road Traffic Act of 1973, Chapter 168 Revised Edition 2002. A series of consultative sessions were held between government and non-state actors, including different committees formed to feed each other on the agenda. The program was implemented through the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Home Affairs in collaboration with World Health Organisation and civil society organisations.
    Results: it has been noted that there is a direct relation with a set of combined policy-level interactions seeking to improve the legal environment for road safety. The program committee, civil society organisations, and parliamentarians' forum were solicited as essential stakeholders in advancing policy reform. Together they conducted a series of consultative meetings, resulting in having a Bill tabled in the Parliament as a first draft. This informed policymakers and raised their attention to the magnitude of road traffic crashes and the country's social and economic burden.
    Conclusion: efforts still need to be expanded to analyse the existing data to understand the extent to which risk factors contribute to road crashes, injuries, and deaths. There is a need to have a strong Government involvement in strengthening ownership and sustainability of any public health intervention, such as road safety.
    Mesh-Begriff(e) Humans ; Accidents, Traffic/prevention & control ; Safety ; Automobile Driving ; Public Health ; World Health Organization ; Wounds and Injuries/epidemiology ; Wounds and Injuries/prevention & control
    Sprache Englisch
    Erscheinungsdatum 2023-06-06
    Erscheinungsland Uganda
    Dokumenttyp Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2514347-5
    ISSN 1937-8688 ; 1937-8688
    ISSN (online) 1937-8688
    ISSN 1937-8688
    DOI 10.11604/pamj.supp.2023.45.1.39638
    Datenquelle MEDical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System OnLINE

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  3. Artikel ; Online: Revitalization of integrated disease surveillance and response in Sierra Leone post Ebola virus disease outbreak.

    Njuguna, Charles / Jambai, Amara / Chimbaru, Alexander / Nordstrom, Anders / Conteh, Roland / Latt, Anderson / O-Tipo, Shikanga / Musoke, Robert / Githuku, Jane / Yoti, Zablon / Yahaya, Ali / Talisuna, Ambrose / Rajatonirina, Soatiana / Fall, Ibrahima Socé

    BMC public health

    2019  Band 19, Heft 1, Seite(n) 364

    Abstract: Background: The Ministry of Health and Sanitation (MOHS) in Sierra Leone partially rolled out the implementation of Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response (IDSR) in 2003. After the Ebola virus disease outbreak in 2014-2015, there was need to ... ...

    Abstract Background: The Ministry of Health and Sanitation (MOHS) in Sierra Leone partially rolled out the implementation of Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response (IDSR) in 2003. After the Ebola virus disease outbreak in 2014-2015, there was need to strengthen IDSR to ensure prompt detection and response to epidemic-prone diseases. We describe the processes, successes and challenges of revitalizing public health surveillance in a country recovering from a protracted Ebola virus disease outbreak.
    Methods: The revitalization process began with adaptation of the revised IDSR guidelines and development of customized guidelines to suit the health care systems in Sierra Leone. Public health experts defined data flow, system operations, case definitions, frequency and channels of reporting and dissemination. Next, phased training of IDSR focal persons in each health facility and the distribution of data collection and reporting tools was done. Monitoring activities included periodic supportive supervision and data quality assessments. Rapid response teams were formed to investigate and respond to disease outbreak alerts in all districts.
    Results: Submission of reports through the IDSR system began in mid-2015 and by the 35th epidemiologic week, all district health teams were submitting reports. The key performance indicators measuring the functionality of the IDSR system in 2016 and 2017 were achieved (WHO Africa Region target ≥80%); the annual average proportion of timely weekly health facility reports submitted to the next level was 93% in 2016 and 97% in 2017; the proportion of suspected outbreaks and public health events detected through the IDSR system was 96% (n = 87) in 2016 and 100% (n = 85) in 2017.
    Conclusion: With proper planning, phased implementation and adequate investment of resources, it is possible to establish a functional IDSR system in a country recovering from a public health crisis. A functional IDSR system requires well trained workforce, provision of the necessary tools and guidelines, information, communication and technology infrastructure to support data transmission, provision of timely feedback as well as logistical support.
    Mesh-Begriff(e) Africa/epidemiology ; Data Collection ; Delivery of Health Care ; Disaster Planning ; Disease Outbreaks ; Health Facilities ; Health Resources ; Hemorrhagic Fever, Ebola/diagnosis ; Hemorrhagic Fever, Ebola/epidemiology ; Hemorrhagic Fever, Ebola/prevention & control ; Humans ; Public Health ; Public Health Surveillance ; Research Report ; Sierra Leone/epidemiology
    Schlagwörter covid19
    Sprache Englisch
    Erscheinungsdatum 2019-04-02
    Erscheinungsland England
    Dokumenttyp Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2041338-5
    ISSN 1471-2458 ; 1471-2458
    ISSN (online) 1471-2458
    ISSN 1471-2458
    DOI 10.1186/s12889-019-6636-1
    Datenquelle MEDical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System OnLINE

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