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Abstract Background Malaria continues to be the foremost deadly disease and a cause of substantial economic deficit in Ethiopia. Data from malaria monitoring programs can be used to assess prevalence and trends of the di...

Abstract Background The development of undergraduate medicine licensure examinations is critical for ensuring physicians’ competencies. Existing literature primarily focuses on exams Psychometric properties while leavi...

ABSTRACT Background and Aims Early sexual initiation was defined as the experience of first intercourse before 18 years of age. It has negative health, social, and economic consequences with an increased lifetime preva...

ABSTRACT Background Breast milk substitutes (BMS) use is discouraged during the first 6 months, as exclusive breastfeeding is the optimal feeding practice. However, breast milk exclusivity is uncertain, particularly in c...

ABSTRACT Background and Aims In‐hospital death and recovery are competing risks in COVID‐19 patients, complicating prognosis. While international prognostic scores exist, their reliance on complex biomarkers limits t...

Abstract Background Despite ongoing reports of malaria from health facilities in central Ethiopia, entomological evidence on local vectors remains scarce. This study investigated Anopheles species composition, host prefe...

Abstract Rural households in Ethiopia’s conflict-affected regions face chronic food insecurity aggravated by climate variability, environmental degradation, and armed conflict. Despite existing policy frameworks, empir...

Background: Tuberculosis (TB) is a severe public health issue in prison inmates in Ethiopia since there is no routine screening for TB during prison admission. Also, drug-resistant tuberculosis (DR-TB) is a significant p...

Abstract Background Kawasaki disease (KD) is an acute systemic vasculitis of childhood and the leading cause of acquired heart disease in children in developed countries. Infants frequently present with incomplete diseas...

Livestock marketing plays a vital role in Ethiopia’s economy, especially in pastoral regions such as South Omo, where it supports livelihoods, income generation, and market integration. This study examined stakeholder ...

Abstract This study examines the geological and climatic factors that influence natural radioactivity levels in drinking water from Dessie and Kombolcha towns in Ethiopia’s northern plateau. The basaltic and sedimentar...

ABSTRACT Background Emergency and public health problems are unavoidable and can strike at any time. In a globalized world where crises are getting more common, more devastating, and have a substantial influence on socie...

ABSTRACT Background and Aims Telemedicine enhances healthcare access in resource‐limited settings. In Ethiopia, despite its potential, implementation remains limited due to healthcare professionals' readiness. Therefor...

Abstract Purpose Blockchain technology offers transformative opportunities for healthcare in terms of data security, interoperability, and patient engagement. However, its adoption requires significant adjustments in inf...

Abstract Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a pandemic disease that causes serious pulmonary complications. Vaccination is the most effective measure to prevent severe illness and reduce mortality. The Johnson & John...

Abstract Carbapenemase-producing Acinetobacter baumannii (CP-Ab) is a critical priority pathogen. Between October 2019 and September 2020, a multicentre study was conducted at four Ethiopian hospitals: Tikur Anbessa and ...

Abstract Background Community-based health insurance (CBHI) schemes are crucial for households to avoid financial hardship, improve healthcare quality, and engage in health policies. Household satisfaction is a key indic...

Abstract This study investigates the effect of board structure on accrual and real earnings management in Ethiopia. Before the enactment of Proclamation No. 1248/2021 and the subsequent official market launch in 2025, Et...

ABSTRACT Background Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection remains a major occupational hazard for healthcare workers (HCWs), particularly in low‐resource settings. Timely and appropriate post‐exposure prophylaxis (PEP) i...

Abstract Lipodystrophy alters insulin absorption, potentially leading to unpredictable hypoglycemia and inadequate glycemic control. Although the problem is long known, it continues to persist and remains neglected, part...

ABSTRACT Background Poor menstrual hygiene management (MHM), characterized by inadequate use of clean materials, improper disposal, and poor hygiene practices, negatively impacts the health of reproductive‐age women. I...

ABSTRACT Background and Aims Tetanus, caused by Clostridium tetani, results in rigor spasms and remains as major cause of mortality in areas with poor vaccination and sanitation. Mortality has been cited to be 20%–55% ...

Abstract This study investigates the nexus between income inequality and health outcomes in Ethiopia over the period 1970–2024 using a Co-Integrated Vector Autoregressive (CVAR) approach. Employing time series data fro...

ABSTRACT Background and Aims Preoperative anxiety affects many patients, impacting both their readiness for surgery and their postoperative recovery. A multi‐center study on preoperative anxiety is limited to the study...