Martha Ali Abdulai
Biographic Data
| ID | 6620730 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Martha Ali Abdulai |
| GIVEN NAMES | Martha Ali |
| FAMILY NAME | Abdulai |
| SIGNATURE | ABDULAI M A |
| AFFILIATIONS | Kintampo Health Research Centre |
| ORCID | 0000-0002-3469-2610 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 6 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 0 |
| WORKS AS AUTHOR | 6 |
| WORKS AS EDITOR | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2019 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 0 |
“Men are the head; women are the neck”
When conducting research in lower-income settings such as rural Ghana, it is vital to ensure that community entry activities are prioritised and local processes are followed. There are both formal and traditional systems to respect and engage with, and this can then allow for smooth progress and participant engagement. In this commentary, we explore the lessons observed and learnt from a recent study, where the study aims to empower female voices…
How maternal morbidities impact women’s quality of life during pregnancy and postpartum in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia
Maternal morbidities present a major burden to the health and well-being of childbearing women. However, their impacts on women’s functional health are not well understood. This work aims to describe how maternal morbidities affect women’s quality of life (QoL) in pregnancy and the postpartum period . This qualitative study involved 118 pregnant and 135 postpartum women at six study sites in Kenya, Ghana, Zambia, Pakistan, and India. Data were co…
A qualitative analysis of factors influencing antiretroviral adherence among persons living with HIV in Ghana
Adherence to antiretroviral therapy (ART) remains an important factor in HIV prevention and treatment efforts. We explored the individual and environmental factors influencing antiretroviral adherence among PLWH in Ghana. This study used 20 semi‐structured in‐depth interviews and three focus group discussions (FGD) involving 29 PLWH attending one of three antiretroviral clinics. Thematic analysis covered experiences of PLWH clinic visits, knowled…
Determinants of Inappropriate Antibiotics Use in Rural Central Ghana Using a Mixed Methods Approach
Background: The consequences of antibiotic resistance are projected to be most severe in low and middle income countries (LMIC) with high infectious disease burden. This study examined determinants of inappropriate antibiotic use at the community level in rural Ghana. Methods: An observational study involving qualitative and quantitative methods was conducted between July, 2016 and September, 2018 in Ghana. Two household surveys were conducted at…
Every medicine is medicine; exploring inappropriate antibiotic use at the community level in rural Ghana
Inappropriate antibiotic use were influenced by general lack of knowledge on antibiotics and identification of antibiotics by colours of capsules which leads to confusion and could lead to inappropriate antibiotic use. There is the need for public health education on appropriate antibiotic use and standardization of appearance of antibiotics and other drugs to optimize use
Determining the Enablers and Barriers for the Adoption of Clean Cookstoves in the Middle Belt of Ghana—A Qualitative Study
Despite its benefits and espousal in developed counties, the adoption of clean cookstoves is reportedly low in less developed countries, especially in Sub-Saharan Africa. This qualitative study aimed at exploring and documenting the enablers and barriers for adoption of clean cookstove in the middle belt of Ghana. The findings showed convenience of clean cookstove use, reduced firewood usage, less smoke emission and associated health problems res…
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Determining the Enablers and Barriers for the Adoption of Clean Cookstoves in the Middle Belt of Ghana—A Qualitative Study
Despite its benefits and espousal in developed counties, the adoption of clean cookstoves is reportedly low in less developed countries, especially in Sub-Saharan Africa. This qualitative study aimed at exploring and documenting the enablers and barriers for adoption of clean cookstove in the middle belt of Ghana. The findings showed convenience of clean cookstove use, reduced firewood usage, less smoke emission and associated health problems res…
Determinants of Inappropriate Antibiotics Use in Rural Central Ghana Using a Mixed Methods Approach
Background: The consequences of antibiotic resistance are projected to be most severe in low and middle income countries (LMIC) with high infectious disease burden. This study examined determinants of inappropriate antibiotic use at the community level in rural Ghana. Methods: An observational study involving qualitative and quantitative methods was conducted between July, 2016 and September, 2018 in Ghana. Two household surveys were conducted at…
Every medicine is medicine; exploring inappropriate antibiotic use at the community level in rural Ghana
Inappropriate antibiotic use were influenced by general lack of knowledge on antibiotics and identification of antibiotics by colours of capsules which leads to confusion and could lead to inappropriate antibiotic use. There is the need for public health education on appropriate antibiotic use and standardization of appearance of antibiotics and other drugs to optimize use
A qualitative analysis of factors influencing antiretroviral adherence among persons living with HIV in Ghana
Adherence to antiretroviral therapy (ART) remains an important factor in HIV prevention and treatment efforts. We explored the individual and environmental factors influencing antiretroviral adherence among PLWH in Ghana. This study used 20 semi‐structured in‐depth interviews and three focus group discussions (FGD) involving 29 PLWH attending one of three antiretroviral clinics. Thematic analysis covered experiences of PLWH clinic visits, knowled…
How maternal morbidities impact women’s quality of life during pregnancy and postpartum in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia
Maternal morbidities present a major burden to the health and well-being of childbearing women. However, their impacts on women’s functional health are not well understood. This work aims to describe how maternal morbidities affect women’s quality of life (QoL) in pregnancy and the postpartum period . This qualitative study involved 118 pregnant and 135 postpartum women at six study sites in Kenya, Ghana, Zambia, Pakistan, and India. Data were co…
“Men are the head; women are the neck”
When conducting research in lower-income settings such as rural Ghana, it is vital to ensure that community entry activities are prioritised and local processes are followed. There are both formal and traditional systems to respect and engage with, and this can then allow for smooth progress and participant engagement. In this commentary, we explore the lessons observed and learnt from a recent study, where the study aims to empower female voices…
Focus group (4 works) · Medicine (4 works) · Family medicine (3 works) · Antibiotic Use and Resistance (2 works) · Antibiotics (2 works) · Environmental health (2 works) · Nursing (2 works) · Qualitative research (2 works) · Social support (2 works) · Thematic analysis (2 works)