2 publications

• Published Subscription 24 May 2019

  Asymptomatic Malaria—A Missed Opportunity in the Planned 2030 Malaria Elimination Programme in Ethiopia

  By Askale Ameha, Getachew Redae Taffere, Dawit Zenebe

  Abstract: Background: Malaria intervention in Ethiopia has been strengthened significantly in the past decade with significant reduction in incidence and prevalence. However, continuous surveillance on malaria disease incidence was suggested for effective control and elimination. In difference to this suggestion, malaria elimination programme in the country is missing asymptomatic malaria as a prime target. Thus, the aim of this study was to determine prevalence of asymptomatic malaria and associated factors in …

  Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 4–9 Read article →

• Published Subscription 29 Jan 2019

  Malaria Elimination Plan by 2030 in Ethiopia: Does Evidence based Practice Matter?

  By Getachew Redae Taffere

  Abstract: Background: Malaria remains one of the leading causes of death among under-five children in Sub-Saharan Africa. Despite, the remarkable progress in reducing under-five mortality rates in Ethiopia; it is continuing as a major threat to under-five. Objective: Thus, this study is calling for the evidence-based practice to the planed malaria elimination by 2030. Method: A cross-sectional survey involving 388 participants (mothers/guardians/caregivers) attending two health centres due to an acute febrile …

  Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 3–12 Read article →