Research Article
Seroprevalence of Syphilis and Associated Factors Among Pregnant Women Attending Antenatal Care at Hawassa Zuria Woreda Public Health Facilities, Sidama, Ethiopia, 2024
Issue:
Volume 13, Issue 4, August 2025
Pages:
70-78
Received:
10 August 2025
Accepted:
19 August 2025
Published:
8 September 2025
Abstract: Introduction: Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum, and it continues to be a major public health problem worldwide. It can spread through various means, such as unprotected sex, mother to fetus, and blood transfusion. This study aimed to assess the seroprevalence of syphilis and associated factors among pregnant women attending antenatal care at public health facilities in Hawassa zuria woreda, Sidama, Ethiopia. Methods: A facility-based cross-sectional study design was conducted in Hawassa Zuria public health facilities from November 1-30, 2024. A total of 482 study participants were selected using systematic sampling techniques. Data were collected through structured interviews using a pretested questionnaire and reviewing records. Epi-data version 4.4 was used to code and enter the data, and SPSS version 26 was used for analysis. Bivariable logistic regression was employed to identify candidate variables for multivariable logistic regression with a significance level of ≤ 0.25. A multivariate logistic regression model was used to investigate factors associated with syphilis infection, p-value of <0.05 was considered statistically significant. Result: The seroprevalence of syphilis among pregnant women attending ANC clinics was 3.8% (95% CI: 3.61-3.99). Having multiple sexual partners (AOR = 3.68; 95% CI: 1.22 - 11.11), alcohol use (AOR =7.34; 95% CI: 2.31 - 23.36), and HIV positive women (AOR =10.22; 95% CI: 2.03 - 51.53) were significantly associated with syphilis infection. Conclusion and recommendation: Seroprevalence of syphilis was high. Having multiple sexual partners, HIV-positive women, and alcohol drinking were factors significantly associated with syphilis. Therefore, substantial efforts have to be made to provide regular health education for pregnant women at the antenatal clinic on the avoidance of risky behaviors, raise awareness on the transmission and prevention mechanisms of syphilis, promote safe sexual practices, and strengthen partner testing and treatment.
Abstract: Introduction: Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum, and it continues to be a major public health problem worldwide. It can spread through various means, such as unprotected sex, mother to fetus, and blood transfusion. This study aimed to assess the seroprevalence of syphilis and associated factors ...
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Research Article
Lessons from Community Participation in Health Programmes: A Case of West Bengal
Sribas Goswami*
Issue:
Volume 13, Issue 4, August 2025
Pages:
79-86
Received:
2 June 2025
Accepted:
13 June 2025
Published:
9 September 2025
DOI:
10.11648/j.ejpm.20251304.12
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Abstract: Health is a primary need for human wellbeing. An advance technology, the health sector has changed significantly on that day. However, the issue of women’s health is still a cause of concern for developing countries like India. Particularly, socio-economic backwards and the low position accorded to women by society have always kept the issue of women’s health as a secondary manner. To transform this perspective and provide noticeable medical facilities to give women for ensure their wellness. The present study is an attempt to look into the role of Community Health Worker (ASHA) which is very important in West Bengal. Accredited Social Health Activist (ASHA) is a grassroot level female health worker who selected from village for improving of women’s health awareness and providing basic medical services, such as encouraging women to give birth in govt. Hospital, taking kids to vaccination clinics, promoting family planning, administering first assistance for minor wounds and illnesses, maintaining demographic records, and enhancing community cleanliness. Women in West Bengal are dealing with a number of issues, including breast cancer, AIDS, and maternal health issues in addition to starvation. ASHA employees are crucial to the health protection of women, particularly in rural West Bengali villages. Therefore, research into their significance in preserving women's health is necessary. Using Galsi Gram Panchayat, East Bardhaman district, West Bengal, as a case study, an attempt has been made to examine the role that ASHA workers play in raising awareness and protecting women's health, as well as their successes and shortcomings.
Abstract: Health is a primary need for human wellbeing. An advance technology, the health sector has changed significantly on that day. However, the issue of women’s health is still a cause of concern for developing countries like India. Particularly, socio-economic backwards and the low position accorded to women by society have always kept the issue of wom...
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