scholarly journals Prevalence of heavy episodic drinking and associated factors among adults residing in Arba Minch health and demographic surveillance site: a cross sectional study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Befikadu Tariku Gutema ◽  
Adefris Chuka ◽  
Gistane Ayele ◽  
Eshetu Zerhun Tariku ◽  
Zeleke Aschalew ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Associated Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Heavy Episodic Drinking ◽  
Bivariate Analysis ◽  
P Value ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Wealth Status ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Demographic Surveillance Site ◽  
Surveillance Site

Abstract Background: Alcohol consumption is associated with different types of illnesses; particularly heavy episodic drinking is one of the risk factors for the disease burden of alcohol intake. The aim of the study was to assess the prevalence of heavy episodic drinking and associated factors in Arba Minch Health and Demographic Surveillance Site (HDSS).Methods: A community-based cross-sectional study was conducted in 2017 among adult residents of Arba Minch HDSS. Using Arba Minch HDSS database, 3368 individuals were selected by simple random sampling techniques. From WHO STEPS instruments, step one was applied for this study. Variables with a p-value of less than 0.10 for bivariate analysis entered into a multivariable logistic regression model to outline the independent predictors of the heavy episodic drinking. To assess the presence of an association between dependent and independent variables, a p-value of less than 0.05 was considered.Results: The prevalence of heavy episodic drinking was 13.7% (95% CI: 12.6–14.9). The study has shown that heavy episodic drinking was significantly associated with occupation (daily laborer [AOR=0.49; 95% C.I: 0.29–0.85] and housewives [AOR=0.63; 95% C.I: 0.45–0.88] compared with farmers), wealth index (2nd quintiles [AOR =0.55; 95% C.I: 0.41–0.74) and 3rd quintiles [AOR = 0.66; 95% C.I: 0.46–0.93] compared with 1st quintiles), and climatic zone (midland [AOR=1.80;95% CI: 1.11–2.93), highland [AOR=1.95;95% CI: 1.19–3.18] compared with lowland). In addition, tobacco use [AOR=4.28;95% CI: 3.38–5.43], and khat use [AOR=4.75; 95% CI: 2.66–8.50) were also associated with heavy episodic drinking among the study participants. Conclusions: More than one in ten adults reported heavy episodic drinking in the study area. Intervention programs that aim to prevent heavy episodic drinking should be designed appropriately for individuals from lower wealth status, and for highlander.

scholarly journals Prevalence of heavy episodic drinking and associated factors among adults residing in Arba Minch health and demographic surveillance site: a cross sectional study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Befikadu Tariku Gutema ◽  
Adefris Chuka ◽  
Gistane Ayele ◽  
Eshetu Zerhun Tariku ◽  
Zeleke Aschalew ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Associated Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Heavy Episodic Drinking ◽  
Bivariate Analysis ◽  
P Value ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Wealth Status ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Demographic Surveillance Site ◽  
Surveillance Site

Abstract Background: Alcohol consumption is associated with different types of illnesses; particularly heavy episodic drinking is one of the risk factors for the disease burden of alcohol intake. The aim of the study was to assess the prevalence of heavy episodic drinking and associated factors in Arba Minch Health and Demographic Surveillance Site (HDSS).Methods: A community-based cross-sectional study was conducted in 2017 among adult residents of Arba Minch HDSS. Using Arba Minch HDSS database, 3368 individuals were selected by simple random sampling techniques. From WHO STEPS instruments, step one was applied for this study. Variables with a p-value of less than 0.10 for bivariate analysis entered into a multivariable logistic regression model to outline the independent predictors of the heavy episodic drinking. To assess the presence of an association between dependent and independent variables, a p-value of less than 0.05 was considered.Results: The prevalence of heavy episodic drinking was 13.7% (95% CI: 12.6–14.9). The study has shown that heavy episodic drinking was significantly associated with occupation (daily laborer [AOR=0.49; 95% C.I: 0.29–0.85] and housewives [AOR=0.63; 95% C.I: 0.45–0.88] compared with farmers), wealth index (2nd quintiles [AOR =0.55; 95% C.I: 0.41–0.74) and 3rd quintiles [AOR = 0.66; 95% C.I: 0.46–0.93] compared with 1st quintiles), and climatic zone (midland [AOR=1.80;95% CI: 1.11–2.93), highland [AOR=1.95;95% CI: 1.19–3.18] compared with lowland). In addition, tobacco use [AOR=4.28;95% CI: 3.38–5.43], and khat use [AOR=4.75; 95% CI: 2.66–8.50) were also associated with heavy episodic drinking among the study participants. Conclusions: More than one in ten adults reported heavy episodic drinking in the study area. Intervention programs that aim to prevent heavy episodic drinking should be designed appropriately for individuals from lower wealth status, and for highlander.

scholarly journals Prevalence of heavy episodic drinking and associated factors among adults residing in Arba Minch health and demographic surveillance site: a cross sectional study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Befikadu Tariku Gutema ◽  
Adefris Chuka ◽  
Gistane Ayele ◽  
Eshetu Zerhun Tariku ◽  
Zeleke Aschalew ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Associated Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Heavy Episodic Drinking ◽  
Bivariate Analysis ◽  
P Value ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Wealth Status ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Demographic Surveillance Site ◽  
Surveillance Site

Abstract Background: Alcohol consumption is associated with different types of illness, particularly heavy episodic drinking is one of the risk factors for the disease burden of alcohol intake. The aim of the study was to assess the prevalence of heavy episodic drinking and associated factors in Arba Minch Health and Demographic Surveillance Site (HDSS).Methods: A community-based cross-sectional study was conducted in 2017 among adult residents of Arba Minch HDSS. Using Arba Minch HDSS database, 3368 individuals were selected by simple random sampling techniques. From WHO STEPS instruments, step one was applied for this study. Variables with a p-value of less than 0.10 for bivariate analysis entered into a multivariable logistic regression model to outline the independent predictors of the heavy episodic drinking. To assess the presence of an association between dependent and independent variables, a p-value of less than 0.05 was considered.Results: The prevalence of heavy episodic drinking was 13.7% (95% CI: 12.6–14.9). The study has shown that heavy episodic drinking was significantly associated with occupation (daily laborer [AOR=0.49; 95% C.I: 0.29–0.85] and housewives [AOR=0.63; 95% C.I: 0.45–0.88] compared with farmers), wealth index (2nd quintiles [AOR =0.55; 95% C.I: 0.41–0.74) and 3rd quintiles [AOR = 0.66; 95% C.I: 0.46–0.93] compared with 1st quintiles), and climatic zone (midland [AOR=1.80;95% CI: 1.11–2.93), highland [AOR=1.95;95% CI: 1.19–3.18] compared with lowland). In addition, tobacco use [AOR=4.28;95% CI: 3.38–5.43], and khat use [AOR=4.75; 95% CI: 2.66–8.50) were also associated with heavy episodic drinking among the study participants. Conclusions: More than one in ten adults reported heavy episodic drinking in the study area. Intervention programs that aim to prevent heavy episodic drinking should be designed appropriately for individuals from lower wealth status, and for highlander.

scholarly journals Prevalence of heavy episodic drinking and associated factors among adults residing in Arba Minch health and demographic surveillance site: a cross sectional study

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Befikadu Tariku Gutema ◽  
Adefris Chuka ◽  
Gistane Ayele ◽  
Eshetu Zerhun Tariku ◽  
Zeleke Aschalew ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Associated Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Heavy Episodic Drinking ◽  
Bivariate Analysis ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Wealth Status ◽  
Multivariable Logistic Regression Model ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Demographic Surveillance Site ◽  
Surveillance Site

Abstract Background Alcohol consumption is associated with different types of illnesses; particularly heavy episodic drinking is one of the risk factors for the disease burden of alcohol intake. The aim of the study was to assess the prevalence of heavy episodic drinking and associated factors in Arba Minch Health and Demographic Surveillance Site (HDSS). Methods A community-based cross-sectional study was conducted in 2017 among adult residents of Arba Minch HDSS. Using Arba Minch HDSS database, 3368 individuals were selected by simple random sampling techniques. From WHO STEPS instruments, step one was applied for this study. Variables with a p-value of less than 0.10 for bivariate analysis entered into a multivariable logistic regression model to outline the independent predictors of the heavy episodic drinking. To assess the presence of an association between dependent and independent variables, a p-value of less than 0.05 was considered. Results The prevalence of heavy episodic drinking was 13.7% (95% CI: 12.6–14.9). The study has shown that heavy episodic drinking was significantly associated with occupation (daily laborer [AOR = 0.49; 95% C.I: 0.29–0.85] and housewives [AOR = 0.63; 95% C.I: 0.45–0.88] compared with farmers), wealth index (2nd quintiles [AOR =0.55; 95% C.I: 0.41–0.74) and 3rd quintiles [AOR = 0.66; 95% C.I: 0.46–0.93] compared with 1st quintiles), and climatic zone (midland [AOR = 1.80;95% CI: 1.11–2.93), highland [AOR = 1.95;95% CI: 1.19–3.18] compared with lowland). In addition, tobacco use [AOR = 4.28;95% CI: 3.38–5.43], and khat use [AOR = 4.75; 95% CI: 2.66–8.50) were also associated with heavy episodic drinking among the study participants. Conclusions More than one in ten adults reported heavy episodic drinking in the study area. Intervention programs that aim to prevent heavy episodic drinking should be designed appropriately for individuals from lower wealth status, and for highlander.

scholarly journals Prevalence of heavy episodic drinking and associated factors among adults residing in Arba Minch health and demographic surveillance site: a cross-sectional study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Befikadu Tariku Gutema ◽  
Adefris Chuka ◽  
Gistane Ayele ◽  
Eshetu Zerhun Tariku ◽  
Zeleke Aschalew ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Activity Level ◽  
Heavy Episodic Drinking ◽  
P Value ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Demographic Surveillance Site ◽  
Surveillance Site

Abstract Background: Alcohol consumption is associated with different types of illness, particularly heavy episodic drinking considerably increases the risk of non- communicable diseases burden. The aim of the study was to assess the prevalence of heavy episodic drinking and associated factors in Arba Minch Health and Demographic Surveillance Site (HDSS).Methods: A community-based cross-sectional study was conducted in 2017 among adult residents of Arba Minch HDSS. Using Arba Minch HDSS database, 3368 individuals were selected by simple random sampling techniques. From WHO STEPS instruments, step one was applied for this study. Variables with a p-value of less than 0.25 for bivariate analysis entered into a multivariable logistic regression model to outline the independent predictors of the heavy episodic drinking. To assess the presence of an association between dependent and independent variables, a p-value of less than 0.05 was considered.Results: The prevalence of heavy episodic drinking was 13.7% (95% CI: 12.6–14.9). The study has shown that heavy episodic drinking was significantly associated with occupation (daily laborer [AOR=0.53; 95% C.I: 0.31–0.91] and housewives [AOR=0.64; 95% C.I: 0.45–0.90] compared with farmers), wealth index (2nd quintiles [AOR =0.56; 95% C.I: 0.41–0.75) and 3rd quintiles [AOR = 0.68; 95% C.I: 0.48–0.96] compared with 1st quintiles), climatic zone (midland [AOR=1.74;95% CI: 1.08–2.82), highland [AOR=1.72;95% CI: 1.05–2.81] compared with lowland) and physical activity level (high physical activity [AOR= 1.59, 95% CI: 1.19 – 2.12] compared with low physical activity). In addition, tobacco use [AOR=4.29;95% CI: 3.39–5.44], and khat use [AOR=4.48; 95% CI: 2.56–8.17) were also associated with heavy episodic drinking among the study participants. Conclusions: More than one in ten adults reported heavy episodic drinking in the study area. Intervention programs that aim to prevent heavy episodic drinking should be designed appropriately for individuals from lower wealth status, and for highlander.

scholarly journals Implementation of evidence-based practice and associated factors among nurses and midwives working in Amhara Region government hospitals: a cross-sectional study

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Asrat Hailu Dagne ◽  
Mekonnen Haile Beshah ◽  
Bekalu Getnet Kassa ◽  
Eyaya Habtie Dagnaw
Keyword(s):  
Associated Factors ◽  
Evidence Based Practice ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
P Value ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Work Index ◽  
Nurses And Midwives ◽  
Practice Skills

Abstract Background Implementation of evidence-based practice is crucial to enhance quality health care, professional development, and cost-effective health service. However, many factors influence the implementation of evidence-based practice. Therefore, this study aimed to assess the implementation of evidence-based practice and associated factors among nurses and midwives. Methods Institutional-based cross-sectional study design was conducted to assess the implementation of evidence-based practice and associated factors from February 15 to March 15, 2019, among 790 nurses and midwives. Data were entered into EpiData version 3.1 then exported to SPSS version 20 for statistical analysis. Categorical variables were presented as frequency tables. Continuous variables were presented as descriptive measures, expressed as mean and standard deviation. Cronbach’s alpha was used to measure reliability, mean, standard deviation, and inter-items correlation of the factors. Independent variables with a probability value (P-value) of less than 0.2 in the Chi-square analysis were entered in the multivariable logistic regression model. Statistically significant associated factors were identified at probability value (P-value) less than 0.05 and adjusted odds ratio with a 95% confidence interval. Results The mean age of participants was 28.35 (SD ± 4.5) years. This study revealed that 34.7% (95% CI 31.5–38%) of participants implemented evidence-based practice moderately or desirably. Age of participants (AOR = 5.98, CI 1.34–26.7), barriers of implementation of evidence-based practice (AOR = 4.8, CI 2.2–10.6), the attitude of participants (AOR = 5.02, CI 1.2–21.5), nursing/midwifery work index (AOR = 3.9, CI 1.4–10.87), self-efficacy of implementation of evidence-based practice skills (AOR = 12.5, CI 5.7–27.5) and knowledge of participants (AOR = 3.06, CI 1.6–5.77) were statistically significant associated factors of implementation of evidence-based practice Concussion Implementation of evidence-based practice of nurses and midwives was poor. Age of participants, barriers of implementation of evidence-based practice, the attitude of participants, self-efficacy of implementation of evidence-based practice skills, nursing/midwifery work index, and knowledge of participants were found to be predictors of implementation of evidence-based practice. Insufficient time and difficulty in judging the quality of research papers and reports were the most common barriers to the implementation of evidence-based practice.

Prevalence and factors associated to depression among Debrebirhan University students: a cross-sectional study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
(MD
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Considerable Proportion ◽  
P Value ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Prevalence Of Depression ◽  
Debre Birhan

Abstract Background: Undiagnosed depression among university students has an adverse effect on the wellbeing and academic performance of students. This study aimed to assess the prevalence of depression and associated factors among Debre Birhan university students. Methodology: Institutional based cross-sectional study design is conducted in Debre Birhan University from April to June 2013 E.C. Three hundred sixty nine students participated in this study which was selected by simple random sampling technique. Data were collected by using a self-administered PHQ-9 standard depression questionnaire. First the data was entered into in Epidata 3.1 and then was exported to SPSS version 20 for analysis. Associated factors were identified using binary logistic regression and variables with a p-value < 0.05 were declared as statistically significant factors with the outcome variables. Result: All of the study subjects were between ages 18 and 33 with a mean age of 22.65 9 ± 2.78. The overall prevalence of depression is 17.1%. Among this according to PHQ-9 scores cut scores, 161(43.6 %) scored as normal (0–4), 145(39.3%) scored as mild (5–9), 53(14.4%) scored as moderate (10–14), 4(1.1%) scored as moderately severe (15–19) and 6(1.6%) students scored as sever (> 20). In multivariate analysis being female AOR = 9.28[3.47–24.81], academic year AOR = 0.236[0.059–0.936], smoking 26.3[9.33–74.1] and alcohol use AOR of 2.62[0.95–7.21] are significantly associated with depression. Conclusion and recommendation: This study found a considerable proportion of undergraduate students with depression. Higher institutions need to pay special attention to students especially those who are female, junior students, smokers and alcohol users.

scholarly journals Harm Perception and Attitudes towards E-cigarette Use Among Qatar University Students: A Cross-Sectional Study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rana Kurdi ◽  
Hanan Abdul Rahim ◽  
Ghadir Al-Jayyousi ◽  
Manar Yaseen ◽  
Aetefeh Ali ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Univariate Analysis ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Smoking Prevention ◽  
Bivariate Analysis ◽  
P Value ◽  
Cigarette Use ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Significant Difference

Background: Electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) use is becoming popular worldwide especially among youth. Research reported that university students have poor knowledge and misconceptions about the health risks of e-cigarettes, which may lead students to use them even in populations where prevalence of cigarette smoking is relatively low. At this age, the influence of peers is also significant. In this study, we assessed the prevalence of e-cigarette use among university students as well as their knowledge and attitudes towards e-cigarettes. Methodology: We conducted a cross-sectional study among Qatar University students using a self-administered online questionnaire. Descriptive univariate analysis of all variables was conducted as well as a bivariate analysis to check the association of e-cigarette use with selected variables. A binary logistic regression was conducted to assess predictors of e-cigarette use. Results: The prevalence of e-cigarette use among students was found to be 14% where 32% of them were daily users. Approximately 42% of the participants agreed that ‘e-cigarettes are less harmful to health compared to traditional cigarettes, and 45.7% of them agreed that ‘e-cigarettes can prevent smoking traditional cigarettes. The prevalence of e-cigarettes use was 16.2% among males and 12.8% among females, which showed no significant difference between the two genders. Females were more likely to use e-cigarettes because they “don’t smell” (P-value=0.023). The study showed a significant association between e-cigarette use and knowledge items (P-value < 0.05) and having a smoker among siblings or friends. At the multivariate analysis level, only the friends’ effect remained significant after controlling for the other variables (OR= 7.3, P-value=0.000). Conclusion: Our research found that university students have inadequate knowledge and misconceptions in regards to e-cigarettes use, especially among users. Effective smoking prevention policy and educational interventions are needed to enhance awareness among university students about the health effects associated with e-cigarettes use.

scholarly journals Under Nutrition and associated factors among lactating mothers in Southern Ethiopia: Institution Based Cross-sectional study

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gemechu Kejela ◽  
Feleke Gebremeskel ◽  
Hadiya Hassen ◽  
Misgun Shewangizaw ◽  
Markos Desalegn
Keyword(s):  
Associated Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Southern Ethiopia ◽  
Systematic Sampling ◽  
P Value ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Quality Of Data ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Under Nutrition ◽  
Lactating Mothers

Abstract Background Maternal Nutrition contributes significantly to the long term health of mothers and their children. Despite this importance, globally, about 795 million people are undernourished and women and their children are the most vulnerable groups.Objective the main aim of this study was to assess under nutrition and associated factors among lactating mothers in Arba Minch zuria district, Southern Ethiopia.Methods institution based cross-sectional study was used. Data was collected using interview administered questionnaire from a total of 441 lactating mothers. To get the required respondents, first health centers in Arba Minch zuria district were selected by using lottery method and probability to population size was performed for each health center. Finally, eligible respondents were selected using systematic sampling method. The questionnaire was pretested and close supervision was undertaken during data collection to assure the quality of data. The collected data was entered using Epi data version 3.02 and exported to SPSS version 20.0 for analysis. Binary and multivariable logistic regression were conducted, and finally variables with p-value of <0.05 were considered as statistically significant predictors.Results Prevalence of under nutrition in this study was 26.1%. Under nutrition is higher among mothers who are unable to read and write (AOR[95%CI]= 3.931[1.700,9.091]), mothers who experienced more than five numbers of pregnancies (AOR[95%CI]= 2.453[1.051, 5.728]), those with more than four members of family size (AOR[95%CI]= 2.289[1.171, 4.472]), those who live in the household with no toilet (AOR [95%CI] = 6.407[3.556, 11.545]) and those who have less than 4 antenatal care visits (AOR[95%CI]= 2.053[1.185, 3.559]).Conclusions and Recommendations In this study, the magnitude of under nutrition among lactating women was high. So, nutrition based health information, education and communication is needed for mothers especially during pregnancy and lactation in the study area.

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