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9 articles for “Addis Ababa”
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Practices of Stormwater Management in Addis Ababa and Recommended Strategies for Sustainable Stormwater Management
Abstract: This paper reports the practices of stormwater management in Addis Ababa and recommends strategy for the sustainable utilization of water resources. Addis Ababa which is the capital of Ethiopia and seat of African Union is suffering from overtopping, flash and river flooding. These coupled with the high rate of urbanization worsens the problem of river water quality and caused degradation. Quantitative and qualitative as well as exploratory and descriptive methods …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 19–38 Read article
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Assessment of Road Traffic Accidents among Children in Addis Ababa City, Ethiopia; A Retrospective Record Review
Abstract: Road traffic injuries are major causes of death and disability worldwide, with a disproportionate number of occurrences in developing countries particularly in school-age children. The aim of this study is to assess the magnitude and factors associated with road traffic accidents among children in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Retrospective record review was conducted to assess road traffic accidents among children of Addis Ababa from records of all sub cities of Addis …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 25–36 Read article
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Knowledge, Attitude and Practice Towards Utilization of Long-Acting Contraceptive Methods and Predictors of Utilization among Reproductive Age Group Women in Addis Ababa Public Health Centers, Ethiopia.
Abstract: Long-acting contraceptives (LACs) such as intrauterine devices and hormonal implants are among the most effective methods that prevent unintended pregnancies. The methods are more convenient to clients who want to space or limit their births. But, their utilization is still very low and there is no strong evidence about the factors contributed to the low utilization level. The present study was undertaken to assess the utilization of LAC methods and …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 6–11 Read article
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Case Study on the Limitations of Prefabricated Building Technology in Ethiopian Building Industry: The Case of Addis Ababa
Abstract: AbstractWorldwide, prefabricated method of construction (PMC) is the most practicable and effective method of construction. However, in Ethiopia it is not further growing and the construction sector depends on conventional method of construction (CMoC). On the contrary, the building construction industry in Ethiopia is increasing due to tremendous growth in population and fast urbanization. The purpose of this study was to investigate the critical causes that limit the application of …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 11–17 Read article
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Pattern of Poisoning, Management and Antidote Availability in St. Paulo’s Specialized Hospital Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Abstract: Poisoning is the contact with a substance that results in toxicity. It can be deliberate or accidental. Antidotes are substances opposing the harmful effect of poisons and are cornerstones in the management of poisoning. Availability of antidotes highly affects the effective poisoning management. To assess the poisoning management in relation to an antidote availability. A retrospective study was used to assess the practice of poisoning management and antidote availability in …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 8–12 Read article
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Knowledge and Practice of Nurses on Emergency Triage at Casualty Department of Tikur Anbessa Specialized and St. Paul Referral Hospital, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia: A Cross-sectional Survey
Abstract: The hospital emergency department is one of the most important components of health care delivery system. All patients arriving for emergency care needed to be assessed and classified to prioritize those who have the most urgent medical problems and are in need of an immediate care. There is a consensus that triage is an essential procedure in EDs, and is an effective system for reducing the waiting times and ensuring …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 12–20 Read article
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Magnitude of Perceived Stigma and Factors Associated with Care Givers of Schizophrenic Patients: The Case of Amanuel Mental Specialized Hospital, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Abstract: Stigma is a social process, experienced and characterized by exclusion, rejection, blaming or devaluation of a person or a group. Schizophrenia, especially because of its distinctive symptoms like common disruptive behavior and perceived dangerousness, exposes patients to stigma and discrimination. If families do not seek help because of stigma, young people will be at risk of longer durations of untreated illness. To assess magnitude and factors associated with perceived stigma …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Review on: Plastic Waste Uses for the Production of Liquid Oil
Abstract: Solid waste is a substantial problem, predominantly in emerging countries that lack adequate substructure and operational land mass to process it in a corrected manner. Several emerging nations are facing a combination of issues that avert proper management of solid waste. This paper reviews the management of municipal solid waste in Ethiopia, using the Addis Ababa City as a case study. The consumption of plastic materials is vast and has …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 28–33 Read article
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Assessment and Associated Factors of Adjustment Disorder with Mixed Depression and Anxiety of Hospitalized Patients with Pandemic Disease, COVID-19 in Ethiopia, East Africa, 2020
Abstract: AbstractBackground: Globally, the 2019 coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic has raised international concern. According to world meters report, 4,545,167 cases, 1,715862 recoveries, 303,847 deaths and spread to 213 countries, and significant number increasing from day to day since December 2019. Mental health is becoming an issue that cannot be ignored in our fight against it. This study aimed to explore the prevalence, and factors linked to anxiety and depression in hospitalized …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 57–65 Read article