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Assessing the Effectiveness of Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in Preparing Students for the Workforce in Liberia
Abstract: Training in Vocational and Educational Training (TVET) is important for students as it enables them to gain practical skills for employment. In Liberia, the main concern of TVET programs is the increasing supply needs for skilled workers in different industries Liberian industries. This research seeks to explore the effectiveness of these programs in Liberia in relation to employment and self-employment opportunities from the 833 respondents distributed across various TVET institutions. …
Published in Recent Trends in Social Studies · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 31–38 Read article
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Prevalence and Risk Factors of Neglected Tropical Diseases Among Women and Children in Rural Liberia: A Regional Perspective
Abstract: Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) remain a critical public health challenge in Liberia, disproportionately affecting women and children in rural regions due to systemic inequities in water, sanitation, and healthcare access. This cross-sectional study assessed the prevalence and risk factors of NTDs among 1,000 participants (600 children above 15 years and 400 women aged 15–49) in rural Liberia using stratified and cluster sampling. Laboratory diagnostics, including Kato-Katz stool analysis, urine filtration, …
Published in Recent Trends in Infectious Diseases · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Environmental and Sanitation Challenges and Their Role in Malaria Transmission: A Case Study of Duport Road Community, Paynesville City, Liberia
Abstract: Introduction: Environmental sanitation plays a crucial role in controlling malaria transmission, yet several factors continue to impede its effectiveness, particularly in communities with poor waste management and drainage systems. This study explores the factors that hinder proper environmental sanitation and their association with the spread of malaria among residents of Duport Road Community, Paynesville City, Liberia. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted, gathering data from 400 participants—both men and …
Published in International Journal of Tropical Medicines · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 24–29 Read article