Poor communities in low and middle income countries are reported to experience a higher burden of chronic non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and nutrition-related NCDs. Interventions that build on lay perspectives of risk are recommended. The objective of this s...

Food systems are sophisticated human-made structures that have evolved through social, cultural, economic, and technological changes. Food systems on the African continent are diversified. However, this diversity is quickly disappearing, primarily because of a...

Maternal protection and the well-being of women in their reproductive age had gained increasing attention in global discourse. This study investigated the maternity protection status of women in Ghana. Methods: This was an analytical cross-sectional study cond...

Textile factory workers are usually at risk of work-related musculoskeletal disorders due to the nature of their work; which involves assuming of awkward postures coupled with weight lifting and other varying ways of lifting, pushing, and/or pulling trolleys,...

Introduction: Alcohol use is a major and a global public health issue due to associated negative physical, mental and social health outcomes among adolescents. Alcohol use is a major risk factor for adolescents’ increased morbidity and mortality. However, ther...

Antenatal care services provide pregnant women with skilled health workers to help detect danger signs early before they become a problem during pregnancy. In Ghana, teenage pregnancies continue to be prevalent. The main aim of the study was to examine the pro...

Introduction: The fishing industry is inherently risky, and understanding the specific hazards and the attitudes towards safety within this community is crucial for developing effective strategies to improve the well-being of fishermen. By examining the safety...

Introduction: Children can benefit from having gadgets because they can be creative through mobile games or creative applications that stimulate their senses and imagination. However, if children use gadgets without parental supervision, they run the risk of b...

Hypertension is a major public health issue as its consequences for the individual and society are enormous. Addressing the treatment needs of persons living with hypertension can only be achieved through an understanding of their lived experiences. However, t...

In this modern era, children as young as six months old are increasingly spending significant amounts of time in school, largely due to the demanding schedules of working mothers. Consequently, preschool teachers are expected to have extensive expertise in chi...