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Newest firstBackgroundTanzania introduced the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine in 2018 for girls aged 9-14 years; however, coverage remains suboptimal. Missed opportunities (MOs) for vaccination are an important but understudied barrier, particularly in urban settings. This study assessed factors associated with MOs and explored healthcare providers perspectives on barriers and potential solutions in Dar es Salaam. MethodsA…
Open article record in new tab ↗Pre-eclampsia (PE) is a major contributor to maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality. Research in high-income countries has shown that biomarker-based PE screening can improve timely detection and management of women at high risk of PE. We conducted a pre-trail cost-effectiveness analysis of introducing biomarker screening in Tanzania to identify key parameters informing a full, trial-based economic evaluati…
Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection is a significant occupational risk for laboratory practitioners. Despite proven vaccine effectiveness and global recommendations, HBV vaccine uptake among healthcare workers in Tanzania remains low. This study assessed HBV vaccination uptake and its determinants among laboratory practitioners in tertiary hospitals in Dar es Salaam. An analytical cross-sectional study was conducted…
BackgroundUrinary tract infections (UTIs) remain a common clinical condition requiring antibiotic prescription among adult outpatients in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Data regarding the prevalence, patterns of bacteria and their antibacterial susceptibility profile for community acquired UTI are limited. MethodsA hospital-based cross-sectional study was conducted from May to August 2024 at Igoma and B…
BackgroundHospital-acquired infections (HAIs) remain a global public-health concern, particularly in low- and middle-income countries where infection-prevention resources are limited. Surgical-site infections (SSIs) and urinary-tract infections (UTIs) are among the most frequent HAIs and contribute to increased morbidity and healthcare costs. Genomic surveillance provides insights into the diversity, antimicrobial…
Open article record in new tab ↗IntroductionGlobally, measles remains a major cause of child mortality, and rubella is the leading cause of birth defects among all infectious diseases. In Mainland Tanzania, eliminating measles and rubella remains challenging due to geographical diversity, uneven healthcare facilities distribution, and socio-economic disparities across regions. This study aimed to explore the spatial distribution and associated f…
Open article record in new tab ↗BackgroundNon-facility births assisted by unskilled attendants remain a significant public health concern in Tanzania. Despite government efforts to expand access to maternal health services, such as increasing the number of healthcare facilities, scaling up skilled birth attendants, and eliminating financial barriers, many women continue to give birth under the care of unskilled attendants. This study aimed to as…
Open article record in new tab ↗IntroductionThe increase in demand of laboratory services and recent advancements in laboratory technologies underscore the importance of quality laboratory services in delivering accurate, reliable, and timely test results. As a strategy to ensure quality laboratory services in the country, Tanzania started to implement Strengthening Laboratory Management Towards Accreditation (SLMTA) program in 2010. We describe…
Open article record in new tab ↗BackgroundStudies from the Sub-Saharan African (SSA) countries suggest an underestimate of SARS-CoV-2 infections early in the pandemic. To understand and inform infection control strategies to protect key and vulnerable populations, this study investigated the seroprevalence and factors associated with anti-SARS CoV-2 seropositivity among healthcare workers (HCWs) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. MethodsThis cross-sect…
Open article record in new tab ↗Background Substance abuse among students has far-reaching social, religious, economic, health and demographic consequences, such as unplanned pregnancies, school dropouts, abortions, maternal and newborn mortality, infection risks and other psychological problems. Our study investigated the prevalence of substance abuse among secondary school students in Mbeya City, Tanzania. Methods This school-based cross-secti…
Open article record in new tab ↗IntroductionAchieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC) requires utilizing research evidence to inform the decision-making process. However, little information is available on the determinants for using research evidence in planning in Lower Middle-Income Countries (LMICs), including Tanzania. This paper aims to investigate the determinants of using health research evidence in health planning in Tanzania. Materials…
Open article record in new tab ↗IntroductionImmunization is the most cost effective health intervention in the history of mankind. Its role in reducing the morbidities and mortality due to vaccine-preventable diseases is significant. Despite vaccines being important in saving lives; adverse events following immunization (AEFI) do occur that need prompt detection, management, and then reported, analyzed, and the findings being shared with all sta…
The Tanzanian Midwives Association (TAMA), in collaboration with development partners, implemented a project (50,000 Happy Birthdays) from 2018 to 2020 to improve providers knowledge and skills in saving lives at birth. The project was implemented under two training modules namely Helping Mothers Survive (HMS) and Helping Babies Survive (HBS). Through a mixed-methods cross-sectional design, knowledge retention was…
Open article record in new tab ↗BackgroundHealth insurance has been one of the fundamental approaches of financing healthcare for sustainable Development goals (SDGs). There is a paucity of evidence on the determinants of healthcare insurance coverage among women of reproductive age in Tanzania, therefore this study aimed at assessing factors associated with access to health care insurance among women of reproductive age in Tanzania using nation…
Open article record in new tab ↗BackgroundCOVID-19 disease is a global public health disaster causing a range of social, economic, and healthcare difficulties, border restrictions, high human loss, lockdown, and transportation challenges. Despite it being a global pandemic, there are few studies conducted in Tanzania to examine the predictors of mortality. This disease has caused a significant number of mortalities worldwide but literature shows…
Open article record in new tab ↗BackgroundBreast cancer is a global concern, registering 2.3 million new cases and 685,000 deaths in 2020, with projections reaching 4.4 million cases by 2070. In Tanzania, its the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths among women, often diagnosed at advanced stages, leading to poor outcomes. Only 5% of women in the country report undergoing breast cancer screening, the aim study is to determine factors as…
Open article record in new tab ↗BackgroundAccurate and reliable diagnosis is the cornerstone of disease management and control. A reliable and properly organized laboratory system not only generates information critical to individual case management but also to disease surveillance, control, and outbreak management. This study presents the status of quality of laboratory services in Tanzania after a nationwide quality assessment, Star Rating Ass…
BackgroundThe use of data for planning and improving healthcare delivery is sub-optimal among developing countries. In 2015, Tanzania started to implement Star Rating Assessment (SRA) process for primary health care (PHC) facilities to improve various dimensions of quality of services, including the use of data. We aimed at assessing the extent and predictors of data use in Tanzanian PHC facilities. MethodologyWe…
Plasmids are infectious double stranded DNA molecules that are found within bacteria. Horizontal gene transfer promotes successful spread of different types of plasmids within or among bacteria species, making their detection an important task for guiding clinical treatment. We used whole genome sequenced data to determine the prevalence of plasmid replicons in clinical bacterial isolates, the presence of resistan…
This study aimed to determine the prevalence of psychotic symptoms in urban Tanzania and their relationship with demographic, socio-economic and social factors. A random sample of 899 adults aged 15–59 was surveyed. The main outcome measure was endorsement of one or more psychotic symptoms identified by the Psychosis Screening Questionnaire. 3.9% respondents reported one or more psychotic symptoms in the preceding…
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