Seth Kwaku Afagbedzi
Biographic Data
| ID | 6653479 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Seth Kwaku Afagbedzi |
| GIVEN NAMES | Seth Kwaku |
| FAMILY NAME | Afagbedzi |
| SIGNATURE | AFAGBEDZI S K |
| AFFILIATIONS | University of Ghana |
| ORCID | 0000-0002-4566-8296 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 9 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 0 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 9 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2022 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 0 |
Factors associated with uptake of second year of life vaccines among children 24–35 months in Western Region One, The Gambia
A booster dose of Diphtheria-Pertussis-Tetanus (DPT4) and the second dose of Measles Containing Vaccine (MCV2) are recommended in all countries, and these vaccines are scheduled during the Second Year of Life (2YL). There are gaps in coverage between the vaccines given in infancy and the 2YL. This study assesses the caregivers’ factors associated with the uptake of 2YL vaccines and health workers’ knowledge and perception of 2YL vaccination. A cr…
Demand for family planning satisfied by modern methods in Ghana
Reductions in educational and wealth-related inequalities in mDFPS coverage have been observed over time; however, persistent challenges emphasize the need for targeted interventions. Prioritizing equitable access for poorer, less educated women and addressing regional disparities, particularly in the Northern region of Ghana, are crucial to achieving inclusive family planning services
Biobehavioral survey using time location sampling among female sex workers living in Ghana in 2020
Background: The HIV epidemic in Ghana is characterized as a mix of a low-level generalized epidemic with significant contributions from transmission among female sex workers (FSW) and their clients. This study seeks to identify and describe key characteristics and sexual behaviors of FSW and estimate the prevalence of HIV, syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, and hepatitis B virus (HBV) among FSW in Ghana. Method: A total of 7,000 FSW were recruited f…
District-level analysis of socio-demographic factors and Covid-19 infections in Greater Accra and Ashanti regions, Ghana
Since December 2019 when COVID-19 was detected, it took the world by surprise in terms of spread and morbidity/mortality. The high rate of spread and casualties recorded from COVID-19 called for research in all directions to find ways to contain and reverse the incidences. It is against this background that this paper sought to measure the association of the socio-demographic factors in the hard-hit districts in Greater Accra and Ashanti to analy…
Universal coverage and utilization of free long-lasting insecticidal nets for malaria prevention in Ghana
Background: Malaria continues to be one of the leading causes of mortality and morbidity, especially among children and pregnant women. The use of Long-Lasting Insecticide Nets (LLINs) has been recognized and prioritized as a major intervention for malaria prevention in Ghana. This study aims to establish the factors influencing the universal coverage and utilization of LLINs in Ghana. Methods: The data used for this study was from a cross-sectio…
Maternal factors and child health conditions at birth associated with preterm deaths in a tertiary health facility in Ghana
Background Preterm birth continues to be a leading cause of death for children under the age of 5 globally. This issue carries significant economic, psychological, and social costs for the families affected. Therefore, it is important to utilize available data to further research and understand the risk factors for preterm death. Objective The objective of this study was to determine maternal and infant complications that influence preterm deaths…
Impact of Urban Slum Residence on Coverage of Maternal, Neonatal, and Child Health Service Indicators in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana
Among other focus areas, the global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 3 and 11 seek to advance progress toward universal coverage of maternal, neonatal, and child health (MNCH) services and access to safe and affordable housing and basic services by 2030. Governments and development agencies have historically neglected the health and well-being associated with living in urban slums across major capital cities in sub-Saharan Africa since health…
Advertising of unhealthy foods and beverages around primary and junior high schools in Ghana's most urbanized and populous region
There is an abundance of unhealthy food advertisements around primary and junior high schools in the Greater Accra Region. Policy actions such as restricting the promotion of unhealthy foods in children's settings are needed to protect pupils from such advertising practices
Health service utilisation during the Covid-19 pandemic in sub-Saharan Africa in 2020
INTRODUCTION: There are concerns about the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the continuation of essential health services in sub-Saharan Africa. Through the Countdown to 2030 for Women's, Children's and Adolescents' Health country collaborations, analysts from country and global public health institutions and ministries of health assessed the trends in selected services for maternal, newborn and child health, general service utilisation. METHOD…
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Advertising of unhealthy foods and beverages around primary and junior high schools in Ghana's most urbanized and populous region
There is an abundance of unhealthy food advertisements around primary and junior high schools in the Greater Accra Region. Policy actions such as restricting the promotion of unhealthy foods in children's settings are needed to protect pupils from such advertising practices
Health service utilisation during the Covid-19 pandemic in sub-Saharan Africa in 2020
INTRODUCTION: There are concerns about the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the continuation of essential health services in sub-Saharan Africa. Through the Countdown to 2030 for Women's, Children's and Adolescents' Health country collaborations, analysts from country and global public health institutions and ministries of health assessed the trends in selected services for maternal, newborn and child health, general service utilisation. METHOD…
District-level analysis of socio-demographic factors and Covid-19 infections in Greater Accra and Ashanti regions, Ghana
Since December 2019 when COVID-19 was detected, it took the world by surprise in terms of spread and morbidity/mortality. The high rate of spread and casualties recorded from COVID-19 called for research in all directions to find ways to contain and reverse the incidences. It is against this background that this paper sought to measure the association of the socio-demographic factors in the hard-hit districts in Greater Accra and Ashanti to analy…
Universal coverage and utilization of free long-lasting insecticidal nets for malaria prevention in Ghana
Background: Malaria continues to be one of the leading causes of mortality and morbidity, especially among children and pregnant women. The use of Long-Lasting Insecticide Nets (LLINs) has been recognized and prioritized as a major intervention for malaria prevention in Ghana. This study aims to establish the factors influencing the universal coverage and utilization of LLINs in Ghana. Methods: The data used for this study was from a cross-sectio…
Maternal factors and child health conditions at birth associated with preterm deaths in a tertiary health facility in Ghana
Background Preterm birth continues to be a leading cause of death for children under the age of 5 globally. This issue carries significant economic, psychological, and social costs for the families affected. Therefore, it is important to utilize available data to further research and understand the risk factors for preterm death. Objective The objective of this study was to determine maternal and infant complications that influence preterm deaths…
Impact of Urban Slum Residence on Coverage of Maternal, Neonatal, and Child Health Service Indicators in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana
Among other focus areas, the global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 3 and 11 seek to advance progress toward universal coverage of maternal, neonatal, and child health (MNCH) services and access to safe and affordable housing and basic services by 2030. Governments and development agencies have historically neglected the health and well-being associated with living in urban slums across major capital cities in sub-Saharan Africa since health…
Biobehavioral survey using time location sampling among female sex workers living in Ghana in 2020
Background: The HIV epidemic in Ghana is characterized as a mix of a low-level generalized epidemic with significant contributions from transmission among female sex workers (FSW) and their clients. This study seeks to identify and describe key characteristics and sexual behaviors of FSW and estimate the prevalence of HIV, syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, and hepatitis B virus (HBV) among FSW in Ghana. Method: A total of 7,000 FSW were recruited f…
Demand for family planning satisfied by modern methods in Ghana
Reductions in educational and wealth-related inequalities in mDFPS coverage have been observed over time; however, persistent challenges emphasize the need for targeted interventions. Prioritizing equitable access for poorer, less educated women and addressing regional disparities, particularly in the Northern region of Ghana, are crucial to achieving inclusive family planning services
Factors associated with uptake of second year of life vaccines among children 24–35 months in Western Region One, The Gambia
A booster dose of Diphtheria-Pertussis-Tetanus (DPT4) and the second dose of Measles Containing Vaccine (MCV2) are recommended in all countries, and these vaccines are scheduled during the Second Year of Life (2YL). There are gaps in coverage between the vaccines given in infancy and the 2YL. This study assesses the caregivers’ factors associated with the uptake of 2YL vaccines and health workers’ knowledge and perception of 2YL vaccination. A cr…
Environmental health (7 works) · Medicine (7 works) · Geography (5 works) · Global Maternal and Child Health (4 works) · Population (4 works) · Public health (4 works) · Demography (3 works) · Descriptive statistics (3 works) · Socioeconomics (3 works) · Biostatistics (2 works)