Wondim Ayenew
Biographic Data
| ID | 7751171 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Wondim Ayenew |
| GIVEN NAMES | Wondim |
| FAMILY NAME | Ayenew |
| SIGNATURE | AYENEW W |
| AFFILIATIONS | University of Gondar |
| ORCID | 0000-0001-8504-8430 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 7 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 0 |
| WORKS AS AUTHOR | 7 |
| WORKS AS EDITOR | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2024 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2025 |
| H-INDEX | 0 |
Disposal practice and determinants of unused medicines among the general public in Gondar City, Northwest Ethiopia
Introduction The inappropriate disposal of unused medicines poses significant risks to public health and the environment. Gondar City, located in Northwest Ethiopia, is not exempt from this problem. However, little is known about the current disposal practices and the determinants influencing those practices in this specific context. Objectives This study aimed to evaluate the disposal practices of unused medicines among the general public in Gon…
Assessment of healthcare workers knowledge and attitudes towards Mpox infection at University of Gondar Comprehensive Specialized Referral Hospital, Ethiopia
Background: Healthcare workers are on the frontlines of fighting health risks, especially during epidemics. Despite their critical role, their knowledge and attitudes toward Mpox have not been previously evaluated at the University of Gondar Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Ethiopia. This study aimed to assess the knowledge and attitudes of healthcare workers regarding Mpox at this hospital. Method: < 0.05 was considered as Significant. Result…
Inventory management performance of essential medicines in public health facilities of Jimma Zone, Southwest Ethiopia
The inventory management of essential medicines is a crucial aspect of health care delivery, particularly in resource-limited settings. Access to these medicines must be ensured to meet the health needs of the population, demanding effective control of their inflow, outflow, and stock levels. Poor inventory management can lead to significant disruption in the supply chain, ultimately affecting patient care and safety. The aim of this study was to…
Public awareness, knowledge, and attitude regarding proper disposal of unused medicines and associated factors in Gondar city, northwest Ethiopia
Background: Proper disposal of unwanted medicines, in addition to reducing wastage, has a positive impact on the environment and public health. Improper disposal of medications increases the risk of accidental poisonings, particularly among children. This study aimed to assess the level of knowledge, attitudes, and awareness regarding the proper disposal of unused medicines in Gondar city, northwest Ethiopia. Method: -value of 0.05 with a 95% con…
Symptoms of posttraumatic stress, anxiety, and depression, along with their associated factors, among Eritrean refugees in Dabat town, northwest Ethiopia, 2023
The results of this study revealed that more than one-third of Eritreans living in the refugee camp in Dabat town had symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, and depression. This prevalence is higher than the previously reported studies. Various factors, including age, gender, monthly income, unemployment, experiences of rape or sexual abuse, witnessing the murder of family or friends, being torched or beaten, imprisonment, and deprivation of basic needs such…
Assessing the prevalence of unused medicines at home and associated factors
The study found a considerable high prevalence of unused medications in Gondar City due to factors like lack of medication education, chronic conditions, insurance coverage, self-medication, and poor disposal practices. To address this, public education programs and safe disposal guidelines should be implemented to promote safer practices
Prevalence of unused medications and determinants among the general public in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
There is a high prevalence of unused medications and unsafe disposal practice in households of Addis Ababa. Education about the rational use and safe disposal practice of prescribed medications should be given to the community. The government should come up with appropriate legal frameworks and device appropriate collection and disposal mechanism for unused medications emanating from households
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Public awareness, knowledge, and attitude regarding proper disposal of unused medicines and associated factors in Gondar city, northwest Ethiopia
Background: Proper disposal of unwanted medicines, in addition to reducing wastage, has a positive impact on the environment and public health. Improper disposal of medications increases the risk of accidental poisonings, particularly among children. This study aimed to assess the level of knowledge, attitudes, and awareness regarding the proper disposal of unused medicines in Gondar city, northwest Ethiopia. Method: -value of 0.05 with a 95% con…
Symptoms of posttraumatic stress, anxiety, and depression, along with their associated factors, among Eritrean refugees in Dabat town, northwest Ethiopia, 2023
The results of this study revealed that more than one-third of Eritreans living in the refugee camp in Dabat town had symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, and depression. This prevalence is higher than the previously reported studies. Various factors, including age, gender, monthly income, unemployment, experiences of rape or sexual abuse, witnessing the murder of family or friends, being torched or beaten, imprisonment, and deprivation of basic needs such…
Assessing the prevalence of unused medicines at home and associated factors
The study found a considerable high prevalence of unused medications in Gondar City due to factors like lack of medication education, chronic conditions, insurance coverage, self-medication, and poor disposal practices. To address this, public education programs and safe disposal guidelines should be implemented to promote safer practices
Prevalence of unused medications and determinants among the general public in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
There is a high prevalence of unused medications and unsafe disposal practice in households of Addis Ababa. Education about the rational use and safe disposal practice of prescribed medications should be given to the community. The government should come up with appropriate legal frameworks and device appropriate collection and disposal mechanism for unused medications emanating from households
Disposal practice and determinants of unused medicines among the general public in Gondar City, Northwest Ethiopia
Introduction The inappropriate disposal of unused medicines poses significant risks to public health and the environment. Gondar City, located in Northwest Ethiopia, is not exempt from this problem. However, little is known about the current disposal practices and the determinants influencing those practices in this specific context. Objectives This study aimed to evaluate the disposal practices of unused medicines among the general public in Gon…
Assessment of healthcare workers knowledge and attitudes towards Mpox infection at University of Gondar Comprehensive Specialized Referral Hospital, Ethiopia
Background: Healthcare workers are on the frontlines of fighting health risks, especially during epidemics. Despite their critical role, their knowledge and attitudes toward Mpox have not been previously evaluated at the University of Gondar Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Ethiopia. This study aimed to assess the knowledge and attitudes of healthcare workers regarding Mpox at this hospital. Method: < 0.05 was considered as Significant. Result…
Inventory management performance of essential medicines in public health facilities of Jimma Zone, Southwest Ethiopia
The inventory management of essential medicines is a crucial aspect of health care delivery, particularly in resource-limited settings. Access to these medicines must be ensured to meet the health needs of the population, demanding effective control of their inflow, outflow, and stock levels. Poor inventory management can lead to significant disruption in the supply chain, ultimately affecting patient care and safety. The aim of this study was to…
Medicine (7 works) · Environmental health (6 works) · Nursing (5 works) · Public health (5 works) · Cross-sectional study (3 works) · Family medicine (3 works) · Internal Medicine (3 works) · Logistic regression (3 works) · Antibiotic Use and Resistance (2 works) · Biostatistics (2 works)