Assessment of Early Sexual Initiation and Associated Factors among Preparatory School Students of FaggetaLekoma District, Awi Zone, Northwest Ethiopia, 2015

Abstract Background: Millions of people throughout the world are using substances such as alcohol, nicotine, cocaine, methamphetamine, morphine, marijuana, heroin and many others. Substance use by people in all parts of the world, particularly adolescents, has long been of scientific, political and public concern. Objective: -the main aim of this study was to prevalence of substance use & associated factors among Nekemte preparatory school students in 2019. Methodology:-. School based cross-sectional study was conducted among students at Nekemte preparatory school from March 20-30, 2018. Multistage stratified sampling method was employed to select 372 study participants. Collected data was cleaned and entered in to Epi info version 3.5.3 and transported to SPSS (statistical package for social sciences) version 20 for analysis. Descriptive statistics and logistic regression was done to indentify factors associated with substance use in the study area. Result: The overall prevalence of current substance use was (19.1%). Being male students [AOR, 95%CI; 4.64(2.18, 9.75)], ever encountered pressure from friends to use substances [AOR, 95% CI; 2.61(1.03, 6.63)], having substance user parents [AOR, 95%CI; 6.4(2.87, 14.30)] and having many substance user friends [AOR, 95%CI; 6.2(2.82, 13.75)] were significantly associated with substance use among students in the study area. Conclusion & Recommendation: The current prevalence of substance use among preparatory school students of this study area was low. The most commonly used substances were alcohol, khat and tobacco. Being male students, pear pressure, living with parents use substance & friends were found to affect substance use among Nekemte preparatory school students. Awareness creation sessions; Information, Education &Communication intervention should be intensified to further reduce Substance use among students.

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Prevalence and Associated Factors of Intestinal Parasites in Ethiopian Ortodox Tewahido Church Religious Students, Ethiopia

10.21203/rs.3.rs-28438/v1 ◽

2020 ◽

Author(s):

Ayenew Addisu ◽

Habtamu Gebre ◽

Sara Tesfaye ◽

Mola Zewdu ◽

Meseret Birhanie

Keyword(s):

Associated Factors ◽

Intestinal Parasites ◽

Sampling Technique ◽

Northwest Ethiopia ◽

Parasitic Infections ◽

Health Seeking ◽

School Students ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Gondar Town ◽

Church School

Abstract Background Intestinal parasitic infections are the most serious medical and public health problems in developing countries. In Ethiopia, intestinal parasites are among the top ten causes of morbidity, especially in children. The aim of this study was to assess the prevalence and associated factors of intestinal parasites among Ethiopian Orthodox church school students in Gondar town, northwest Ethiopia. Method: an institutional-based cross-sectional study was conducted to assess the prevalence and associated factors of intestinal parasites among religious students in Gondar town from February 2019 to April 2019, northwest Ethiopia. A total of 360 participants were selected by the random sampling technique. Results In this study, a total of 360 Orthodox Tewahido church school students were participated. The over all parasite prevalence, 24.7% was relatively low compared with previous studies conducted in other localitie in Ethiopia. The predominanat parasites were A. lumbricoides S. mansoni and hookworm with (11.4%), (4.4%) and (3.6%) prevalence respectively, A significant association was observed among participants with habits of frequent swiming with 2.3 times higher probability of acquaring infections, but there was no association with gender, age, finger nail status, the habit of eating uncooked vegetables/ fruits, source of drinking water and proper toilet utilization. Conclusion In general, the prevalence of intestinal parasite infections was high and calls for intervention actions on Orthodox Tewahido church students. Moreover, swimming frequency and habits had a significant association. Since the prevalence was high, improvement in awareness and enhancing health seeking behavior of the students, deworming and health education need to be focused on.

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Risky Sexual Behavior and Associated Factors among High School and Preparatory School Students in Yaedwha, East Gojjam, Ethiopia, 2019.

10.21203/rs.2.13977/v1 ◽

2019 ◽

Author(s):

Birhan Ermed ◽

Mekuanint Taddele ◽

Belsity Temesgen ◽

Tesfahun Tiruneh ◽

Natnael Atnafu ◽

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Keyword(s):

High School ◽

Reproductive Health ◽

Sexual Behaviors ◽

Associated Factors ◽

Peer Pressure ◽

Risky Sexual Behaviors ◽

P Value ◽

Sexually Active ◽

School Students ◽

Preparatory School

Abstract Background: Sexual and reproductive health problems are among the main causes of death, disability, and disease among young people in the world particularly in Africa. Young adults represent one of the groups at highest risk for HIV infection. Safe sexual behavior remains the most effective protection against HIV and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs) for sexually active young adults.Objective: To assess the risk of sexual behaviors and associated factors among high school and preparatory school students in Yaedwha town, East Gojjam, Ethiopia, 2019.Methods: Institution based cross-sectional study design with qualitative support was conducted among high school and preparatory school students from March 18-22, 2019. Data were collected using a pre-tested questionnaire from 435 students using Stratified sampling technique. Focus group discussions were used to supplement quantitative data. The data were analyzed using SPSS version 25 :statistical software. Binary and multiple logistic regression analysis was used to ascertain the association between explanatory variables and the outcome. Variables with P value less than 0.25 in the bivariate analysis and P-value < 0.05 and corresponding 95% CI of odds ratio were considered to declare a result as statistically significant. Analysis of information obtained from FGDs was done manually using themes. Results: The overall risk sexual behaviors among sexually active students in the last 12 months were 25.8%. The variables, peer pressure, alcohol use, living arrangement and educational level statistically significant with p values< 0.05 [AOR=2.540(1.59, 4.05)], [AOR= 2.87(1.56, 5.28))], [AOR=2.29(1.41, 3.69] and [AOR=1.68(1.02, 2.77)] respectively,Conclusion: Considerable number of students had practiced risk sexual behaviors. The associated factors of risky sexual behaviors among students were peer pressure, alcohol use, educational status, and current living conditions were the most influencing factors for risky sexual behaviors . So school-based reproductive health interventions are mandatory to prevent risky sexual behaviors, negotiate condom use, youth-friendly sexual and reproductive health services. Keywords: Risk Sexual Behaviors, Associated factors, Students, Yaedwha, Ethiopia.

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Risky sexual behavior and associated factors among preparatory school students in Arsi Negelle Town Oromia, Ethiopia

International Journal of Public Health Science (IJPHS) ◽

10.11591/ijphs.v9i3.20033 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 9 (3) ◽

pp. 162

Author(s):

Nega Degefa Megersa ◽

Girum Sebsibe Teshome

Keyword(s):

Sexual Behavior ◽

Peer Influence ◽

Risky Sexual Behavior ◽

Grade Level ◽

Associated Factors ◽

Sexual And Reproductive Health ◽

School Students ◽

Preparatory School ◽

Poor Knowledge ◽

Pocket Money

Risky sexual behavior remains the major public concern commonly affecting youths. These behaviors lead to undesirable health outcomes including sexually transmitted infections, unplanned pregnancy and abortion for female. This study was intended to assess risky sexual behavior and associated factors among preparatory school students in Arsi Negelle Town. Institution-based cross-sectional study was conducted among 300 preparatory school students. Data was collected using a structured and pre-tested questionnaire. Bivariate and multivariable analysis was conducted to identify the association between variables. Statistical significance was declared at p<0.05. The prevalence of risky sexual behavior was, 32. % (95% CI: 24.3, 40.9). It was significantly associated with students grade level (AOR: 5.77; 95% CI: 1.49, 22.28), having no discussion on sexual and reproductive health (AOR: 11.28; 95% CI: 1.8, 77.49), poor knowledge on HIV/AIDS (AOR: 4.86, 95% CI: 1.38, 17.11), not watching porn movies (AOR: 0.01; 95% CI: 0.001, 0.26), having pocket money (AOR: 0.10; 95% CI: 0.03, 0.39) and having peer influence (AOR: 0.07; 95% CI: 0.02, 0.28). Significant number of students engaged in at least one risky sexual behavior. The behavior was commonly seen among students with poor knowledge about HIV, no discussion on sexual and reproductive health, lower grade level, having pocket money, having peer influence and watching pornographic movies.

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Prevalence of Voluntary Counseling and Testing Utilization and Its Associated Factors Among Merawi Preparatory School Students in Merawi Town, West Gojjam, Ethiopia

HIV/AIDS - Research and Palliative Care ◽

10.2147/hiv.s281955 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol Volume 12 ◽

pp. 923-930

Author(s):

Daba Abdissa ◽

Mulat Tazebew ◽

Asfaw Gerbi

Keyword(s):

Associated Factors ◽

School Students ◽

Preparatory School ◽

Voluntary Counseling ◽

Voluntary Counseling And Testing ◽

Counseling And Testing ◽

West Gojjam

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Substance use and associated factors among preparatory school students in Kolfe-Keranyo sub-city of Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Environmental Health and Preventive Medicine ◽

10.1186/s12199-021-01032-1 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 26 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Leila Seid ◽

Binyam Gintamo ◽

Zelalem Negash Mekuria ◽

Hussien Seid Hassen ◽

Zemichael Gizaw

Keyword(s):

Substance Use ◽

Family Member ◽

Associated Factors ◽

Addis Ababa ◽

Economic Losses ◽

Binary Logistic Regression Analysis ◽

Residential Areas ◽

School Students ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Preparatory School

Abstract Background Substance abuse is a worldwide problem that primarily affects adolescents, resulting in chronic health complications as well as psychosocial challenges and economic losses. However, the magnitude of the problem and the factors that contribute to it are not well studied in Ethiopia, particularly in the study area. As a result, this study was carried out to determine the prevalence and associated factors of substance use among preparatory school students in the Kolfe-Keraniyo sub-city of Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Methodology An institution-based cross-sectional study of 383 randomly selected preparatory school students in the Kolfe-Keraniyo sub-city was conducted. The data were gathered using a pretested self-administered structured questionnaire. Multivariable binary logistic regression analysis was employed to identify factors associated with substance use based on the adjusted odds ratio (AOR) and 95% confidence interval (CI) with p values less than 0.05. Result This study revealed that the lifetime prevalence of substance use among preparatory students in Kolfe-Keraniyo sub-city, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, was 26.5% (95% CI, 22.2, 30.7%). Specifically, 16% drunk alcohol, 9.6% smoked cigarette, and 9.4% chewed khat. The 16.3% were current users, of which 8.3% were drinkers, 6.4% were smokers, and 5.9% were khat chewers. Substance use was significantly associated with being male (AOR, 3.3; 95% CI, 1.284, 8.613), having alcohol drinking family member (AOR, 4.0; 95% CI, 1.704, 9.196), having khat chewing family member (AOR, 2.87; 95% CI, 1.161, 7.070), poor school substance use controlling rule (AOR, 6.64; 95% CI, 1.863, 23.687), availability of substance retailing shops in residential areas (AOR, 2.9; CI, 1.303, 6.606), strong relationship with parents (AOR, 0.005; 95% CI, 0.001, 0.026), and being member of school mini-media (AOR, 0.177; 95% CI, 0.048, 0.657). Conclusion According to the findings of this study, one-quarter of the study participants were substance users. Alcohol, khat, and cigarettes were all commonly used substances. Gender, parent-child relationship, family member substance use history, school substance use controlling rules, school mini-media and pro-social involvement, and the availability of substance retailing shops were all strongly associated with substance use. Strengthening school rules on substance use, controlling substance retailing shops near schools and residential areas, and providing students with health education are all strategies for reducing substance use among students.

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Neonatal Near Miss and its associated factors at Injibara General Hospital, Awi Zone, Northwest Ethiopia, 2019

10.21203/rs.2.13312/v1 ◽

2019 ◽

Author(s):

Habtamu Gebrehana Belay ◽

Simachew Kassa Limenih ◽

Toyiba Hiyaru Wassie ◽

Minale Bezie Ambie

Keyword(s):

General Hospital ◽

Odds Ratio ◽

Associated Factors ◽

Adjusted Odds Ratio ◽

Northwest Ethiopia ◽

Near Miss ◽

Life Threatening ◽

Awi Zone ◽

Heart Rate Pattern ◽

Neonatal Near Miss

Abstract Background: Neonatal mortality is a significant problem in many low-resource countries, yet for every death there are many more new-born who suffer a life-threatening complication but survive. Neonatal near miss has been proposed as a tool for assessment of quality of care in neonates who suffered any life-threatening condition. However, there was limited evidence on magnitude of neonatal near miss and determinant factors in Ethiopia. The aim of this study was to assess proportion and associated factors of neonatal near miss among deliveries at Injibara General Hospital, Awi Zone, Northwest Ethiopia, 2019. Methods: Institutional based cross sectional study was conducted from February 1, 2019 to April 30, 2019 among 404 live births. Structured and pretested questioner used for mothers and structured checklist for neonates. Bivariate and multivariate logistic regressions model were fitted to identify factors associated with neonatal near miss. An adjusted odds ratio with 95 % confidence interval (CI) was computed to determine the level of significant. Result: Proportion of neonatal near miss was found to be 23.3 % with 95% CI: (19.1% -27.7%). Primiparous[Adjusted odds ratio(AOR):2.01, 95%CI:(1.03-3.95)], referral linkage [AOR:3.23, 95%CI:(1.89-5.513)], maternal perception of reduced fetal movement[AOR:5.95, 95%CI:2.47-14.33], premature rupture of membrane [AOR: 3.10, 95%CI: (1.27-5.59)], prolonged labor [AOR: 3.00, 95%CI:(1.28-7.06)], obstructed labor/cephalo-pelvic disproportion [AOR: 4.05; 95%CI: (1.55-10.57)] and non-reassuring fetal heart rate pattern [AOR: 3.75, 95%CI: (1.69-8.33)] were significantly associated with neonatal near miss. Conclusion: Proportion of neonatal near miss in the study area was found to be higher than studies in WHO neonatal near miss systemic review. Strength referral linkage and efforts needed to continue compressive maternal and neonatal care to avoid preventable causes of neonatal morbidity and mortality.

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