Search Results - "Zewdneh Shewamene"

Magnitude and associated factors of poor medication adherence among diabetic and hypertensive patients visiting public health facilities in Ethiopia during the COVID-19 pandemic by Shimels, Tariku, Asrat Kassu, Rodas, Bogale, Gelila, Bekele, Mahteme, Getnet, Melsew, Getachew, Abrham, Shewamene, Zewdneh, Abraha, Mebratu

“…This study aims to assess the magnitude and associated factors of poor medication adherence among diabetic and hypertensive patients visiting public health…”
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Use of traditional and complementary medicine for maternal health and wellbeing by African migrant women in Australia: a mixed method study by Shewamene, Zewdneh, Dune, Tinashe, Smith, Caroline A

“…Traditional medicine serves as a form of primary health care for more than 80% of African populations. Currently, there is no research documenting if and how…”
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Accidental traffickers: qualitative findings on labour recruitment in Ethiopia by Busza, Joanna, Shewamene, Zewdneh, Zimmerman, Cathy, Erulkar, Annabel, Hailu, Eyasu, Negeri, Lemi, Anderson, Elizabeth, Lo, Yuki

“…The growth of labour migration and associated risks of human trafficking and exploitation remain significant global human rights and health challenges. There…”
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The Incidence of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Weight Gain in People Living with HIV Receiving a Dolutegravir-Based Antiretroviral Therapy in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia: A Pilot Single-Arm Historical Cohort Study by Shimels, Tariku, Bilal, Arebu Issa, Samuel, Desta, Gedamu, Desalew, Solomon, Eden, Shewamene, Zewdneh

“…Introduction: The development of antiretroviral therapy (ART) has immensely improved the quality of life of people living with HIV/AIDS. Despite such a change,…”
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Acculturation and use of traditional medicine among African migrant women in Sydney: a mixed method study by Shewamene, Zewdneh, Dune, Tinashe, Smith, Caroline A

“…More than 80% of the African population depend on traditional medicine as a primary healthcare. Although the African migrant community is increasing in…”
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Adherence to Antiretroviral Medications Among People Living With HIV in the Era of COVID-19 in Central Ethiopia and Perceived Impact of the Pandemic by Shimels, Tariku, Kassu, Rodas A., Bogale, Gelila, Bekele, Mahteme, Getnet, Melsew, Getachew, Abrham, Shewamene, Zewdneh, Abraha, Mebratu

“…Aim: This study assessed the level of adherence to antiretroviral drugs and the associated factors among clients who have a follow-up at public health…”
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A household survey of medicine storage practices in Gondar town, northwestern Ethiopia by Teni, Fitsum Sebsibe, Surur, Abdrrahman Shemsu, Belay, Assefa, Wondimsigegn, Dawit, Gelayee, Dessalegn Asmelashe, Shewamene, Zewdneh, Legesse, Befikadu, Birru, Eshetie Melese

“…Household surveys are crucial to get accurate information on how medicines are acquired, and used by consumers, as they provide the best evidence in the area…”
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Health-Related Quality of Life of Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Hypertension in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia by Shimels, Tariku, Kassu, Rodas Asrat, Bogale, Gelila, Muleta, Mahteme Bekele, Akalu, Gizachew Tadesse, Getachew, Abrham, Shewamene, Zewdneh, Getnet, Melsew, Abraha, Mebratu

“…The aim of this study was to assess the health-related quality of life of patients with T2DM and hypertension attending public health facilities in Addis…”
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Magnitude and causes of first-line antiretroviral therapy regimen changes among HIV patients in Ethiopia: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Ataro, Zerihun, Motbaynor, Birhanu, Weldegebreal, Fitsum, Sisay, Mekonnen, Tesfa, Tewodros, Mitiku, Habtamu, Marami, Dadi, Teklemariam, Zelalem, Shewamene, Zewdneh

“…Antiretroviral therapy (ART) has markedly decreased the morbidity and mortality due to HIV/AIDS. ART regimen change is a major challenge for the sustainability…”
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Pattern and predictors of medicine use among households in Gondar Town, northwestern Ethiopia: a community-based medicine utilization study by Teni, Fitsum Sebsibe, Birru, Eshetie Melese, Surur, Abdrrahman Shemsu, Belay, Assefa, Wondimsigegn, Dawit, Gelayee, Dessalegn Asmelashe, Shewamene, Zewdneh

“…Medicine use can be influenced by several factors. Health managers need specific information about irrational use of medicines, in order to identify…”
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Growing Ignorance of COVID-19 Preventive Measures in Ethiopia: Experts’ Perspective on the Need of Effective Health Communication Strategies by Zewdneh Shewamene, Fisseha Shiferie, Engida Girma, Befikadu L. Wubishet, Mizan Kiros, Atakelti Abraha, Abduljelil Reshad, Getachew Tiruneh, Benyam Worku, Eskedar Lemlemu, Rahel Belete Balkew

“…Despite the recent surge of COVID-19 infections in Ethiopia, we are observing a profound ignorance of preventive measures by the general public and leaders at…”
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The use of traditional medicine in maternity care among African women in Africa and the diaspora: a systematic review by Shewamene, Zewdneh, Dune, Tinashe, Smith, Caroline A

“…There is a paucity of literature describing traditional health practices and beliefs of African women. The purpose of this study was to undertake a systematic…”
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Methanol leaves extract Hibiscus micranthus Linn exhibited antibacterial and wound healing activities by Begashaw, Berhan, Mishra, Bharat, Tsegaw, Asegedech, Shewamene, Zewdneh

“…Infectious diseases are the most common causes of morbidity and mortality in developing countries. Wound and wound infections are also major health problem…”
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The effect of complementary medicines and therapies on maternal anxiety and depression in pregnancy: A systematic review and meta-analysis by Smith, Caroline A., Shewamene, Zewdneh, Galbally, Megan, Schmied, Virginia, Dahlen, Hannah

“…•Massage, bright light therapy and acupuncture may reduce depressive symptoms.•Anxiety did not differ significantly between groups for any CAM modality.•High…”
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Migrant Women's Health and Safety: Why Do Ethiopian Women Choose Irregular Migration to the Middle East for Domestic Work? by Shewamene, Zewdneh, Zimmerman, Cathy, Hailu, Eyasu, Negeri, Lemi, Erulkar, Annabel, Anderson, Elizabeth, Lo, Yuki, Jackson, Orla, Busza, Joanna

“…Low-wage labour migration is an increasing determinant of global health, associated with risks of exploitation, abuse, and unsafe conditions. Despite efforts…”
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Acupuncture performed around the time of embryo transfer: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Smith, Caroline A., Armour, Mike, Shewamene, Zewdneh, Tan, Hsiewe Ying, Norman, Robert J., Johnson, Neil P.

“…This was a systematic review and meta-analysis to examine the efficacy, effectiveness and safety of acupuncture as an adjunct to embryo transfer compared with…”
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Barriers to uptake of community-based health insurance in sub-Saharan Africa: a systematic review by Shewamene, Zewdneh, Tiruneh, Getachew, Abraha, Atakelti, Reshad, Abduljelil, Terefe, Marta Minwyelet, Shimels, Tariku, Lemlemu, Eskedar, Tilahun, Damitew, Wondimtekahu, Adamu, Argaw, Muluken, Anno, Alemu, Abebe, Firehiwot, Kiros, Mizan

“…Abstract In the past two decades, community-based Health Insurance (CBHI) is expanding in most of sub-Saharan African countries with the aim of improving…”
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The influence of traditional health practices and beliefs on health-seeking behaviour by Shewamene, Zewdneh, Dune, Tinashe, Smith, Caroline

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Growing Ignorance of COVID-19 Preventive Measures in Ethiopia: Experts' Perspective on the Need of Effective Health Communication Strategies by Shewamene, Zewdneh, Shiferie, Fisseha, Girma, Engida, Wubishet, Befikadu L, Kiros, Mizan, Abraha, Atakelti, Reshad, Abduljelil, Tiruneh, Getachew, Worku, Benyam, Lemlemu, Eskedar, Balkew, Rahel Belete

“…Despite the recent surge of COVID-19 infections in Ethiopia, we are observing a profound ignorance of preventive measures by the general public and leaders at…”
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Determinants of non-adherence to antiretroviral therapy in adult hospitalized patients, Northwest Ethiopia by Tsega, Bayew, Srikanth, Bhagavathula Akshaya, Shewamene, Zewdneh

“…The aim of this study was to assess the rate of antiretroviral therapy (ART) adherence and to identify any determinants among adult patients. A cross-sectional…”
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