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Newest firstBackgroundHuman papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination is a key strategy for cervical cancer elimination. In Cameroon, HPV vaccine was introduced into the expanded program on immunization in 2020. However, synthesized evidence on vaccine acceptability is needed to guide policy. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to estimate the pooled prevalence of HPV vaccine awareness, willingness to vaccinate, recommendat…
Open article record in new tab ↗BackgroundIn many Sub-Saharan African countries, structural health system challenges lead to a heavy reliance on informal caregivers to provide basic patient care in hospitals. These caregivers are frequently exposed to blood and body fluids (BBF), placing them at high risk of infections like hepatitis B, COVID-19, and cholera. This study aimed to assess the prevalence and determinants of BBF exposure and vaccinat…
BackgroundIn Cameroons overburdened healthcare system, informal caregivers are partners in patient care. This study aimed to address the existing knowledge gap by providing a description of the living conditions, challenges, and interactions of caregivers in Yaoundes public hospitals. MethodsA cross-sectional study was conducted from April to July 2025 at two public hospitals in Yaounde. Participants included indi…
BackgroundEmergency medicine systems are vital for reducing mortality and disability, yet Cameroon faces significant healthcare access challenges, with only 0.6% of GDP allocated to public health and 70% of health expenditures paid out-of-pocket. This study assessed proportion of population benefiting from health coverage, patterns, and associated factors in Cameroon to inform policies aimed at achieving universal…
BackgroundMeasles remains a significant public health challenge in sub-Saharan Africa, including Cameroon, where vaccination coverage falls below the WHO target of 95%. The second dose of the measles-rubella vaccine (MCV2) is critical for strengthening immunity, yet adherence remains low in rural areas. This study aimed to assess MCV2 coverage and identify factors influencing vaccination uptake in the Ngog-Mapubi…
BackgroundMalaria remains a major public health challenge in Cameroon, with children under five years of age being the most vulnerable group. In 2021, the World Health Organization (WHO) recommended the use of the RTS,S/AS01 malaria vaccine in areas of moderate to high malaria transmission. This study assessed caregiver practices and determinants influencing malaria vaccine uptake among under-five children in the…
BackgroundStandard precautions are infection control and prevention (ICP) measures designed to reduce the risk of transmission of infectious agents in healthcare settings. In Cameroon, maternal and neonatal mortality remain a concern. Unsystematic compliance with these measures increases the risk of HAIs and other medical hazards. The present investigation aimed at assessing the baseline understanding of hand hygi…
Open article record in new tab ↗BackgroundDespite progress in malaria control, it remains a significant public health burden in sub-Saharan Africa, especially among children under five. The introduction of the RTS,S/AS01 (Mosquirix) malaria vaccine offers hope; however, its successful implementation depends largely on caregivers knowledge and attitudes. This study assessed the knowledge and attitudes of caregivers of under-five children regardin…
Cameroons Expanded Program on Immunization (EPI) introduced the HPV vaccine into the routine immunization schedule in Cameroon in October 2020. However, HPV vaccine coverage has remained low, reaching only 20% by December 2022. In response, a gender-neutral vaccination (GNV) approach was adopted and implemented from January 2023 to increase acceptance, reduce stigma, and improve vaccine coverage. This study aimed…
Open article record in new tab ↗Digital tools help foster collaboration within the One Health (OH) framework. Identifying factors that influence the use of Digital One Health (DOH) among medical and veterinary students is critical to improving its inclusion into future healthcare practices, hence the need of this study. This is a school-based cross-sectional study was carried out from December 2023 to June 2024. Data collection on socio-demograp…
BackgroundCOVID-19 vaccination is crucial for mitigating the pandemics impact. However, vaccine hesitancy and access challenges have hindered global vaccination efforts. This meta-analysis aimed to estimate the pooled COVID-19 vaccine uptake proportion and identify associated determinants in Cameroon. MethodsThis review, conducted according to Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRI…
BackgroundThe development of effective vaccines was a promising tool for ending the pandemic. However, the success of a vaccination programme depends heavily on achieving significant community acceptance. In Cameroon, numerous studies have investigated the level of acceptance, hesitancy and perception of COVID-19 vaccines, with mixed results. To provide a comprehensive understanding of these parameters, this meta-…
Open article record in new tab ↗BackgroundOccupational exposure to blood and body fluids has become a serious public health problem for healthcare workers and is a major risk for the transmission of bloodborne infections such as human immune-deficiency, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C viruses. It has been identified as one of the most serious issues affecting the health and well-being of health workers in most health systems especially in developin…
BackgroundCameroon has developed a Health Sector Strategy (HSS) that aims at fostering a healthy and productive human capital. To achieve this objective, key health indicators have been defined to track progress towards the goal. This study was conducted to provide evidence on the current situation and assess progress towards achieving the HSS and other key health indicators in the Centre Region and in Cameroon. M…
BackgroundIntegrating the principles of humanized care into healthcare systems is critical to promoting optimal well-being throughout the patient care process. In a context of limited resources, improving the quality of care and health services means identifying priority sites to optimize cost-effectiveness. The objective was to measure key indicators of quality and safety of care in health facilities (HFs) and to…
Performance-Based Financing (PBF) has been implemented in many countries to improve healthcare access, quality, and outcomes while ensuring the efficient and equitable allocation of resources within the healthcare system. However, very little effort is visible in assessing its real impacts. This study evaluates the impact of the PBF project on health workers output and healthcare quality in the Mezam division in t…
IntroductionAccidental exposure to blood and body fluids (AEB) in the workplace account for 40 % of contamination by hepatis B virus (HBV) and 2 - 3 % by HIV among healthcare workers (HCW). Developing countries are most affected. The present study sought to determine the prevalence of percutaneous injury and hepatitis B vaccination coverage among HCW. MethodsA cross-sectional study was carried out from January to…
Six months following the national launch of COVID-19 vaccination in Cameroon, only 1.1% of the target population was fully vaccinated with women representing less than one-third of the vaccinated population regardless of their age, profession or comorbidities. Hence, the aim of this study was to understand the low COVID-19 vaccination rate of women in order to enhance vaccine uptake. A cross-sectional study was co…
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