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Sociodemographic Factors Affecting the Practices of Exclusive Breastfeeding Among Mothers Attending Brikama District Hospital, West Coast Region, The Gambia
Evelyn Anuli Uyamadu,
Pierre Anthony Mendy,
Edrisa Jawo,
Edward Mendy,
Matty Kah,
Ismaila Mbenga,
Alpha Kargbo
Issue:
Volume 9, Issue 3, September 2023
Pages:
41-48
Received:
8 June 2023
Accepted:
20 July 2023
Published:
25 September 2023
Abstract: World Health Assembly resolution emphasized on countries to ensure that maternal and child nutrition especially the six global targets are met by 2025, and it was all clamored for more efforts to be put on increasing the rate of exclusive breastfeeding by 50%. To support a child's best growth and development, exclusive breastfeeding should be observed for the first six months after birth followed by supplemental feeding for two years or longer. This study investigates the sociodemographic factors influencing the practice of exclusive breastfeeding among mothers with children who are two years or less attending antenatal care in Brikama Health Center, The Gambia. Structured and pretested interviews and questionnaires were used to obtain data from study participants respectively. Face-to-face interviews with mothers on their clinic days were used to collect data during the one-month study period and descriptive statistics were carried out using SPSS for Windows version 20.0. A total of 384 women participated in this study, out of which, the majority, 240 (62.5%) of participants had exclusively breastfed their babies. Above half 168 (44%) of the mothers had breastfed their babies on demand, majority of them 49 (21%) reported that they had given their babies lactating milk or bformulaulae food before the sixth month. The results show a significant relationship between Type of family (p=0.002), Religion (p=0.035), Ethnicity (p=0.005), Type of deliveries (p=0.023), and Place of birth (p=0.001) and practice of exclusive breastfeeding (EBF). Concerning the frequency of EBF, Educational status and Occupation showed a significant relationship (p=0.032 and 0.051) respectively. Type of family, religion, ethnicity, type of delivery, place of birth, educational status, mother's occupation, and child's sex were the socio-demographic characteristics that influenced exclusive breastfeeding in this study. In planning exclusive breastfeeding intervention programs, these factors need to be considered.
Abstract: World Health Assembly resolution emphasized on countries to ensure that maternal and child nutrition especially the six global targets are met by 2025, and it was all clamored for more efforts to be put on increasing the rate of exclusive breastfeeding by 50%. To support a child's best growth and development, exclusive breastfeeding should be obser...
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Research Article
Exploration on “1+1+1” Family-Doctor Double Contract Service
Jianling Song,
Ling Shi,
Zheng Ye,
Yao Liu,
Fumin Ma,
Shuping Zheng,
Yun Hua,
Leiming Ge,
Shanzhu Zhu,
Haidong Kuang
Issue:
Volume 9, Issue 3, September 2023
Pages:
49-53
Received:
10 September 2023
Accepted:
8 October 2023
Published:
28 October 2023
Abstract: Objective: To explore“1+1+1”family-doctor double contract service, to let people get real benefits, and to provide the community residents with general medical service from health to health rehabilitation which cover the whole life cycle. Methods: Changfeng Community Health Service Center actively explored the “1+1+1” family doctor double contract service, which was to further deepen the service in line with international standards on the basis of family doctor service mode. Through choosing the representative of the neighborhood committee, determining the pilot family, and selecting outstanding family doctor, the contracted services were implemented, the work processes detailed, and quality services provided. Results: Through carrying out the 1+1+1 family doctor double signing service work, we improved the level of family doctor diagnosis and health management, promoted degraded diagnosis and treatment, and made the awareness rate of residents' health knowledge higher and meanwhile made it convenient for patients to seek medical treatment, but also improved the rate of health, participation rate of activities, medical compliance and satisfaction of health knowledge among residents. Conclusion: The family doctor double contract service pilot work has not only standardized the medical service work of the family doctor team, promoted the hierarchical diagnosis and treatment, strengthened health management, but also been beneficial to the improvement of the whole population medical service level.
Abstract: Objective: To explore“1+1+1”family-doctor double contract service, to let people get real benefits, and to provide the community residents with general medical service from health to health rehabilitation which cover the whole life cycle. Methods: Changfeng Community Health Service Center actively explored the “1+1+1” family doctor double contract ...
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Research Article
A Jordanian Multidisciplinary Consensus Statement on Chronic Kidney Disease Screening, Diagnosis, and Management
Mohammad Ghnaimat*,
Muneer Ali Abu Alsamen,
Mohamed Omar Abu Hijleh,
Nadim Jarrah,
Munther Al-Momani,
Hiba Barghouthi,
Abdelkarim Khawaldeh,
Taroub Khoury,
Riyad Said,
Mazen Matalka
Issue:
Volume 9, Issue 3, September 2023
Pages:
54-63
Received:
25 September 2023
Accepted:
16 October 2023
Published:
28 October 2023
Abstract: Background: Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a global public health concern, affecting millions of people worldwide and Jordan is no exception to this growing problem. CKD can be prevented or delayed through effective primary healthcare practices. However, lack of awareness among both the general population and healthcare providers (HCPs) contributes to delayed diagnosis and suboptimal management of CKD. Aims: The aims of the expert panel were to raise awareness and provide a multidisciplinary consensus approach to screening, diagnosis, and management of CKD, including identifying and controlling risk factors associated with this chronic condition. In addition, the aim was to develop treatment recommendations and algorithms to HCPs to ease the decision-making process and standardize management protocols. Methods: The multidisciplinary panel of experts from different specialties representing several medical societies met to discuss and review the challenges and barriers of CKD in Jordan. The experts also reviewed the relevant publications associated with CKD, including the outcome data trials and the international clinical practice guidelines on CKD. The multidisciplinary panel developed a comprehensive understanding of the current state of CKD in Jordan and the measures being taken to address it. Results: The multidisciplinary team of experts developed a consensus statement that is tailored to the local situation in Jordan. The panel provided standard recommendations and algorithms, addressing screening, diagnosis, referrals, and treatment of CKD. Conclusion: Early screening and interventional programs are crucial to delaying the progression nature of CKD and reducing its complications. Future follow-up is important to measure the impact of these recommendations and educational programs to HCPs on CKD detection and management and improving patients’ outcomes.
Abstract: Background: Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a global public health concern, affecting millions of people worldwide and Jordan is no exception to this growing problem. CKD can be prevented or delayed through effective primary healthcare practices. However, lack of awareness among both the general population and healthcare providers (HCPs) contribute...
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