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2. Understanding the Domains of Experiences of Black Mothers with Preterm Infants in the United States: A Systematic Literature Review
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Ajayi, Kobi V. and Garney, Whitney R.
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- 2023
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3. Association between patient-provider communication and withholding information due to privacy concerns among women in the United States: an analysis of the 2011 to 2018 Health Information National Trends Survey
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Ajayi, Kobi V., Olowolaju, Samson, Bolarinwa, Obasanjo Afolabi, and Onyeka, Henry
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- 2023
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4. Multiple high-risk fertility behaviours and children under five mortality survivors among ever-married women of reproductive age in Nigeria
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Bolarinwa, Obasanjo Afolabi, Hajjar, Julia Marie, Alawode, Oluwatobi Abel, Ajayi, Kobi V., Roberts, Adedoyin Tinuoya, and Yaya, Sanni
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- 2023
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5. “I am not really into the government telling me what I need to eat”: exploring dietary beliefs, knowledge, and practices among ethnically diverse communities in England
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Ojo, Abimbola S., Nnyanzi, Lawrence A., Giles, Emma L., Ells, Louisa, Okeke, Sylvester R., Ajayi, Kobi V., and Bolarinwa, Obasanjo Afolabi
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- 2023
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6. Socio-Ecological Barriers to Student-Parents Academic Success: A Systematic Review
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Ajayi, Kobi V., Odonkor, Gloria, Panjwani, Sonya, Aremu, Oluwafemi, Garney, Whitney, and McKyer, Lisako E.
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Students who are parents in higher education (HE) in the United States encounter competing demands and challenges while navigating multiple roles as parents, students, and employees. These challenges are multifaceted and can hinder their degree attainment. Using the socio-ecological model, we systematically summarised existing literature published between 2009-2020 to understand the experiences and predictors of student-parents academic outcomes in HE. The reviewed articles included students from two-year and four-year institutions (community college, undergraduates, and graduate students). The analysis revealed that the constraints to student-parents academic success are a system-level problem. Most of the barriers and facilitators identified were related to structural policies adopted by HE. This study concludes with recommendations for future research, policymakers, and the school ecosystem.
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- 2022
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7. Prevalence, correlates, and sources of women’s health information-seeking behaviors in the United States
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Ajayi, Kobi V., Flores, Sara, Fan, Qiping, Ezenwanne, Folakemi, Garney, Whitney, and Wachira, Elizabeth
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- 2023
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8. Network Analysis of a Community-Wide Teenage Pregnancy Prevention Initiative
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Panjwani, Sonya, Garney, Whitney R., Patterson, Megan S., Ajayi, Kobi V., Fore, Sharayah, and Lang, Laura
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Although US teenage birth rates substantially decreased over the past two decades, it still remains the highest in the developed world. More innovative, community-wide initiatives are needed to combat the issue. In Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, the Central Oklahoma Teen Pregnancy Prevention Collaboration is utilizing the collective impact model to convene multiple organizations with the goal of making systems-level changes related to teenage pregnancy within the community. This study used an interorganizational network analysis to evaluate the current strength of relationships between organizations in the Collaboration. An interorganizational network survey assessed collaborative relationships (e.g. information sharing and joint planning) within the network. Using R software, network diagrams were developed to depict partner relationships, and network measures, including node-, group- and network-level measures, were calculated. The network depiction (n = 23) revealed that the network core was composed of organizations from multiple sectors, and the backbone organization served as the most central organization for most centrality measures. This study provides insight into how organizational relationships can be assessed in order to increase community capacity to address teenage pregnancy. Continuous monitoring of the strength of relationships is important to ensure success in achieving goals as well as collective impact.
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- 2021
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9. Sociodemographic factors and perceived patient-provider communication associated with healthcare avoidance among women with psychological distress
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Ajayi, Kobi V., Panjwani, Sonya, Garney, Whitney, and McCord, Carly E.
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- 2022
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10. Access to online patient portals among individuals with depression and anxiety
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Onyeaka, Henry, Ajayi, Kobi V., Muoghalu, Chioma, Eseaton, Precious O., Azuike, Crystal Obi, Anugwom, Gibson, Oladunjoye, Funso, Aneni, Kammarauche, Firth, Joseph, and Torous, John
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- 2022
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11. Prevalence and factors associated with the use of long-acting reversible and permanent contraceptive methods among women who desire no more children in high fertility countries in sub-saharan Africa
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Bolarinwa, Obasanjo Afolabi, Afaya, Agani, Ajayi, Kobi V., Ojo, Abimbola, and Alawode, Oluwatobi Abel
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- 2022
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12. Health insurance coverage and modern contraceptive use among sexually active women in Nigeria: Further analysis of 2018 Nigeria Demographic Health Survey
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Bolarinwa, Obasanjo Afolabi, Babalola, Taiwo Oladapo, Adebayo, Oladayo Abayomi, and Ajayi, Kobi V.
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- 2022
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13. Trends and inequalities in neonatal mortality rate in Bangladesh: Evidence from cross‐sectional surveys.
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Dey, Rakhi, Kundu, Satyajit, Ajayi, Kobi V., Kabir, Humayun, and Banna, Md. Hasan Al
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NEONATAL mortality ,DEATH rate ,HEALTH equity ,RURAL-urban differences ,DEMOGRAPHIC surveys - Abstract
Background and Aims: Given the significance of addressing neonatal mortality in pursuing the 2030 Sustainable Development Goal on child health, research focus on this area is crucial. Despite the persistent high rates of neonatal mortality rate (NMR) in Bangladesh, there remains a notable lack of robust evidence addressing inequalities in NMR in the country. Therefore, this study aims to fill the knowledge gap by comprehensively investigating inequalities in NMR in Bangladesh. Methods: The Bangladesh Demographic and Health Survey (BDHS) data from 2000 to 2017 were analyzed. The equity stratifiers used to measure the inequalities were wealth status, mother's education, place of residence, and subnational region. Difference (D) and population attributable fraction (PAF) were absolute measures, whereas population attributable risk (PAR) and ratio (R) were relative measures of inequality. Statistical significance was considered by estimating 95% confidence intervals (CIs) for each estimate. Results: A declining trend in NMR was found in Bangladesh, from 50.2 in 2000 to 31.9 deaths per 1000 live births in 2017. This study detected significant wealth‐driven (PAF: −20.6, 95% CI: −24.9, −16.3; PAR: −6.6, 95% CI: −7.9, −5.2), education‐related (PAF: −11.6, 95% CI: −13.4, −9.7; PAR: −3.7, 95% CI: −4.3, −3.1), and regional (PAF: −20.6, 95% CI: −27.0, −14.3; PAR: −6.6, 95% CI: −8.6, −4.6) disparities in NMR in all survey points. We also found a significant urban–rural inequality from 2000 to 2014, except in 2017. Both absolute and relative inequalities in NMR were observed; however, these inequalities decreased over time. Conclusion: Significant variations in NMR across subgroups in Bangladesh highlight the need for comprehensive, and targeted interventions. Empowering women through improved access to economic resources and education may help address disparities in NMR in Bangladesh. Future research and policies should focus on developing strategies to address these disparities and promote equitable health outcomes for all newborns. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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14. Commentary: COVID-19 and the Vulnerability of Single Mothers in Institutions of Higher Education
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Ajayi, Kobi V., Ma, Ping, and Akinlotan, Marvellous
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- 2021
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15. Communicating With Patients About Software for Enhancing Privacy in Secondary Database Research Involving Record Linkage: Delphi Study
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Schmit, Cason, Ajayi, Kobi V, Ferdinand, Alva O, Giannouchos, Theodoros, Ilangovan, Gurudev, Nowell, W Benjamin, and Kum, Hye-Chung
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Computer applications to medicine. Medical informatics ,R858-859.7 ,Public aspects of medicine ,RA1-1270 - Abstract
BackgroundThere is substantial prior research on the perspectives of patients on the use of health information for research. Numerous communication barriers challenge transparency between researchers and data participants in secondary database research (eg, waiver of informed consent and knowledge gaps). Individual concerns and misconceptions challenge the trust in researchers among patients despite efforts to protect data. Technical software used to protect research data can further complicate the public's understanding of research. For example, MiNDFIRL (Minimum Necessary Disclosure For Interactive Record Linkage) is a prototype software that can be used to enhance the confidentiality of data sets by restricting disclosures of identifying information during the record linkage process. However, software, such as MiNDFIRL, which is used to protect data, must overcome the aforementioned communication barriers. One proposed solution is the creation of an interactive web-based frequently asked question (FAQ) template that can be adapted and used to communicate research issues to data subjects. ObjectiveThis study aims to improve communication with patients and transparency about how complex software, such as MiNDFIRL, is used to enhance privacy in secondary database studies to maintain the public's trust in researchers. MethodsA Delphi technique with 3 rounds of the survey was used to develop the FAQ document to communicate privacy issues related to a generic secondary database study using the MiNDFIRL software. The Delphi panel consisted of 38 patients with chronic health conditions. We revised the FAQ between Delphi rounds and provided participants with a summary of the feedback. We adopted a conservative consensus threshold of less than 10% negative feedback per FAQ section. ResultsWe developed a consensus language for 21 of the 24 FAQ sections. Participant feedback demonstrated preference differences (eg, brevity vs comprehensiveness). We adapted the final FAQ into an interactive web-based format that 94% (31/33) of the participants found helpful or very helpful. The template FAQ and MiNDFIRL source code are available on GitHub. The results indicate the following patient communication considerations: patients have diverse and varied preferences; the tone is important but challenging; and patients want information on security, identifiers, and final disposition of information. ConclusionsThe findings of this study provide insights into what research-related information is useful to patients and how researchers can communicate such information. These findings align with the current understanding of health literacy and its challenges. Communication is essential to transparency and ethical data use, yet it is exceedingly challenging. Developing FAQ template language to accompany a complex software may enable researchers to provide greater transparency when informed consent is not possible.
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16. 'We are suffering. Nothing is changing.' Black mother's experiences, communication, and support in the neonatal intensive care unit in the United States: A Qualitative Study.
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Ajayi, Kobi V., Page, Robin, Montour, Tyra, Garney, Whitney R., Wachira, Elizabeth, and Adeyemi, Lola
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PREVENTION of racism , *MOTHERS , *ATTITUDES of mothers , *NEONATAL intensive care , *PREMATURE infants , *SOCIAL support , *SOCIAL determinants of health , *PHYSICIAN-patient relations , *GROUNDED theory , *FEMINISM , *RESEARCH methodology , *NEONATAL intensive care units , *INTERVIEWING , *VIDEOCONFERENCING , *FAMILY attitudes , *QUALITATIVE research , *CONCEPTUAL structures , *COMMUNICATION , *INTERSECTIONALITY , *SOCIAL classes , *HEALTH equity , *THEMATIC analysis , *SOCIODEMOGRAPHIC factors - Abstract
Black mothers experience markedly disproportionate maternal morbidity and mortality in the United States, with racism often cited as the root cause manifesting through several pathways. The study examined Black mothers' perceived provider communication, support needs, and overall experiences in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). This study used grounded theory embedded in the Black feminist theoretical (BFT) framework to generate new ideas grounded in the data. Data was collected through semi-structured interviews using videoconferencing, with questions related to the mother's overall NICU experiences, communication within the NICU, and perceived support needs. Data were analyzed using thematic analysis. Twelve mothers participated in the study; most were married (n = 10), had a cesarean birth, had a previous pregnancy complication (e.g., diabetes, hypertension), had attained a graduate degree or more (n = 9), earned an annual household income of $75,000 or more, and were between 35–44 years of age (n = 7). Three broad domains with several accompanying themes and sub-themes were identified, explicating the mother's experiences in the NICU. Specifically, factors influencing NICU hospitalization for mothers included maternal care/nursing experiences, interactions in the NICU, and the perceived support need that might attenuate negative care and birthing experiences.. The study adds to the growing literature championing Black maternal health equity and multilevel quality improvement strategies to foster equitable maternal health. Our study reinforces the need for racially congruent interventions and policy reformations to protect Black birthing people regardless of socioeconomic factors and social class using life course, holistic approaches, and intersectionality mindset. Importantly, using the BFT, this study calls for culturally sensitive research to capture the nuances associated with the multiplicity of experiences of Black people. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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17. The Role of Health Information Technology in Improving Awareness of Human Papillomavirus and Human Papillomavirus Vaccine Among U.S. Adults.
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Onyeaka, Henry K., Muoghalu, Chioma, Deary, Emma C., Ajayi, Kobi V., Kyeremeh, Emmanuel, Dosunmu, Tolulope G., Jawla, Muhammed, Onaku, Emmanuella, Nwani, Somtochi P, Asante, Kwaku O., and Amonoo, Hermioni L.
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PAPILLOMAVIRUSES ,HEALTH information technology ,HUMAN papillomavirus ,HUMAN papillomavirus vaccines ,MEDICAL personnel ,AWARENESS - Abstract
Objective: Although human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines prevent cancer-causing HPV infections and cervical precancers, there is suboptimal awareness and limited global accessibility of HPV and HPV vaccine. Emerging evidence suggests that health information technology (HIT) may influence HPV-related awareness and improve vaccine adoption. The objective of this study was to evaluate the link between HIT and HPV-related awareness Methods: Data were obtained from 1,866 U.S. adults aged 18–45 years who completed the 2017 and 2018 Health Information National Trends Survey. We conducted multivariable logistic regression to analyze the association between HIT utilization and HPV-related awareness. Results: Awareness of HPV and HPV vaccine were 72.7% and 67.5%, respectively. Participants who used electronic means to look up health information (adjusted odds ratio [aOR] = 3.05; p = 0.001), communicate with health care provider (aOR = 1.68; p = 0.026), look up test results (aOR = 1.94; p = 0.005), and track health costs (aOR = 1.65; p = 0.04) were more likely to report HPV awareness than those who did not. Participants who used an electronic device to look up health information (aOR = 3.10; p = 0.003), communicate with clinicians (aOR = 1.72; p = 0.008), look up test results (aOR = 1.63; p = 0.021), and track health care charges (aOR = 1.90; p = 0.006) were more likely to report HPV vaccine awareness than those who did not. Discussion and Conclusion: Our findings suggest a positive association between HIT utilization and HPV-related awareness. Given the rapid and exponential increase in mobile technology access globally, these results are encouraging and offer a potential opportunity to leverage digital technology in primary cancer prevention for HPV-related cancers, especially in low- and middle-income countries with unsophisticated health infrastructures. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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18. Spatial distribution and multilevel analysis of factors associated with long-acting reversible contraceptive use among sexually active women of reproductive age in Nigeria.
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Bolarinwa, Obasanjo Afolabi, Ajayi, Kobi V., Okeke, Sylvester Reuben, Hailegebreal, Samuel, and Odimegwu, Clifford
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LONG-acting reversible contraceptives ,CONTRACEPTION ,CHILDBEARING age ,FAMILY planning ,ABORTION - Abstract
Background: Long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARCs), including hormonal implants and intrauterine devices, are highly effective pregnancy prevention methods. Aside its advantages over other hormonal methods, LARCs are cost-effective, easy to maintain, and have a low risk of non-compliance-related method failure. Besides, LARCs are also relatively safe for all sexually active women in the postpartum or post-abortion period. However, despite its effectiveness, most sexually active women use other short-term methods, such as condoms and contraceptive pills, which are associated with high discontinuation rates. Thus, this study examines the spatial distribution and multilevel factors associated with LARC use among sexually active reproductive-age women in Nigeria. Methods: This is a cross-sectional analysis of a population-based study from the 2018 Nigeria Demographic Health Survey (NDHS). The NDHS is a nationally representative survey that collects data on socio-demographic characteristics, sexual and reproductive health-related indicators such as contraceptive use and child & maternal health. A sample of 3,978 sexually active reproductive-age women (15–49 years) in Nigeria was used in the analysis. Frequency distribution and spatial analysis of LARC use were displayed with tables and maps, respectively, while multilevel analysis at a 95% confidence interval (CI) and a p-value of less than 0.05 was used to determine factors associated with LARC use among the sample. Results: The spatial distribution of LARC use among sexually active women of reproductive age in Nigeria ranges between 20 and 34.8%. Fifteen of the 36 states (excluding the Federal Capital Territory, FCT) recorded low utilization of LARCs. These states include Adamawa, Lagos, Ogun, Enugu, Anambra, Imo, Abia, Rivers, Kogi, Taraba, Yobe, Gombe, Jigawa, Borno, and Kebbi. Besides, the likelihood of LARC use was lower among participants with a prior history of pregnancy termination [aOR = 0.62; 95%(CI = 0.48–0.80)] compared to their counterparts without pregnancy termination history. Also, participants with no fertility intention had a higher likelihood of using LARCs [aOR = 1.65; 95%(CI = 1.30–2.08)] compared to those with fertility intention. At the community level, women with higher socioeconomic status were less likely to use LARCs [aOR = 0.66; 95%(CI = 0.45–0.97)] compared to women with lower socioeconomic status. Conclusions: This study showed a relatively low utilisation of LARC among sexually active reproductive-age women in Nigeria. Notably, this low utilisation is also common in states that could be described as cosmopolitan, indicating a need for closer investigation to understand context-specific factors associated with LARC use. Population-specific family planning education and counselling for this population are important to address common misconceptions about LARCs in particular and modern contraceptive use in general. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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19. Socio-ecological barriers to student-parents academic success: A systematic review.
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Ajayi, Kobi V., Odonkor, Gloria, Panjwani, Sonya, Aremu, Oluwafemi, Garney, Whitney, and McKyer, Lisako E.
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Students who are parents in higher education (HE) in the United States encounter competing demands and challenges while navigating multiple roles as parents, students, and employees. These challenges are multifaceted and can hinder their degree attainment. Using the socio-ecological model, we systematically summarised existing literature published between 2009–2020 to understand the experiences and predictors of student-parents academic outcomes in HE. The reviewed articles included students from two-year and four-year institutions (community college, undergraduates, and graduate students). The analysis revealed that the constraints to student-parents academic success are a system-level problem. Most of the barriers and facilitators identified were related to structural policies adopted by HE. This study concludes with recommendations for future research, policymakers, and the school ecosystem. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2022
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20. Disparities in Exposure to Tobacco on Television or Streaming Platforms.
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Onyeaka, Henry K., Chido-Amajuoyi, Onyema G., Sokale, Itunu, Ajayi, Kobi V., Evins, A Eden, Amonoo, Hermioni L., and Shete, Sanjay
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- 2024
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21. Supporting and Enabling the Process of Innovation in Public Health: The Framework for Public Health Innovation.
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Garney, Whitney R., Wilson, Kelly L., Garcia, Kristen M., Muraleetharan, Daenuka, Esquivel, Christi H., Spadine, Mandy N., Panjwani, Sonya, and Ajayi, Kobi V.
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- 2022
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22. The Use of Digital Health Tools for Health Promotion Among Women With and Without Chronic Diseases: Insights From the 2017-2020 Health Information National Trends Survey.
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Ajayi, Kobi V., Wachira, Elizabeth, Onyeaka, Henry K., Montour, Tyra, Olowolaju, Samson, and Garney, Whitney
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- 2022
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23. 123. Healthcare Autonomy Among Adolescents and Young Adults in the United States: A Scoping Review
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Wilson, Kelly, Flores, Sara A., Olaniran, Blessing O., Vera, Sara, Garney, Whitney R., and Ajayi, Kobi V.
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- 2023
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24. Network analysis of a community-wide teenage pregnancy prevention initiative.
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Panjwani, Sonya, Garney, Whitney R, Patterson, Megan S, Ajayi, Kobi V, Fore, Sharayah, and Lang, Laura
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PREVENTION of teenage pregnancy ,INSTITUTIONAL cooperation ,COMPUTER software ,CENSUS ,ORGANIZATIONAL structure ,INFORMATION services ,COMMUNITY health services ,SOCIAL network analysis ,CONCEPTUAL structures ,SURVEYS ,INTERPROFESSIONAL relations ,COMMUNICATION ,INTERPERSONAL relations ,DATA analysis ,DATA analysis software ,HEALTH promotion ,EMAIL - Abstract
Although US teenage birth rates substantially decreased over the past two decades, it still remains the highest in the developed world. More innovative, community-wide initiatives are needed to combat the issue. In Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, the Central Oklahoma Teen Pregnancy Prevention Collaboration is utilizing the collective impact model to convene multiple organizations with the goal of making systems-level changes related to teenage pregnancy within the community. This study used an interorganizational network analysis to evaluate the current strength of relationships between organizations in the Collaboration. An interorganizational network survey assessed collaborative relationships (e.g. information sharing and joint planning) within the network. Using R software, network diagrams were developed to depict partner relationships, and network measures, including node-, group- and network-level measures, were calculated. The network depiction (n = 23) revealed that the network core was composed of organizations from multiple sectors, and the backbone organization served as the most central organization for most centrality measures. This study provides insight into how organizational relationships can be assessed in order to increase community capacity to address teenage pregnancy. Continuous monitoring of the strength of relationships is important to ensure success in achieving goals as well as collective impact. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2021
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25. NARRATIVE ANALYSIS OF CHILDBEARING EXPERIENCES DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC.
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Ajayi, Kobi V., Harvey, Idethia S., Panjwani, Sonya, Uwak, Inyang, Garney, Whitney, and Page, Robin L.
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Purpose: The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted health care delivery and services around the world causing rapid changes to maternity care protocols and pregnant women to give birth with tight restrictions and significant uncertainties. There is a gap in evidence about expectant and new mothers' experiences with birthing during the pandemic, We sought to describe and understand pregnant and new mothers' lived experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic using authentic birth stories. Study Design and Methods: Using a narrative analysis framework, we extracted relevant YouTube birth stories using predetermined search terms and inclusion criteria. Mothers' birth stories were narrated in their second or third trimester or those who had recently given birth during the pandemic. Birth stories were analyzed using an inductive and deductive approach to capture different and salient aspects of the birthing experience. Results: N = 83 birth stories were analyzed. Within these birth stories, four broad themes and 13 subthemes were identified. Key themes included a sense of loss, hospital experiences, experiences with health care providers, and unique experiences during birth and postpartum. The birth stories revealed that the COVID-19 pandemic brought unexpected circumstances, both positive and negative, that had an impact on mothers' overall birthing experience. Clinical Implications: Results provided a detailed description of women's lived experience with giving birth during the COVID-19 pandemic. Maternity nurses should try to provide clear communication and compassionate patient-centered care to relieve women's anxieties about uncertain and unpredictable policy changes on COVID-19 as the pandemic continues to evolve. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2021
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26. Childhood immunization during the COVID-19 pandemic in Texas.
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Nuzhath, Tasmiah, Ajayi, Kobi V., Fan, Qiping, Hotez, Peter, Colwell, Brian, Callaghan, Timothy, and Regan, Annette K.
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COVID-19 pandemic , *COVID-19 , *IMMUNIZATION , *ANTI-vaccination movement , *INTENSIVE care units , *CHRONIC hepatitis B , *PANDEMICS - Abstract
In 2020, the state of Texas implemented coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) social distancing guidelines in order to prevent surges at Texas hospital emergency rooms and in intensive care units. As noted in other states, an unintended consequence of these activities was significant declines in childhood immunizations. After analyzing state-wide immunization register data for Texas, we observed a 47% relative decline in immunization rates between 2019 and 2020 among 5-month-olds and a 58% decline among 16-month-olds. We observed a small decline (5%) among 24-month-olds, and no decline in vaccines received at birth (Hepatitis B). Declines were larger in rural counties compared to urban. These declines are superimposed on increases in state vaccine exemptions over the last five years due to an aggressive anti-vaccine movement in Texas. There are concerns that continued declines in childhood immunization coverage due to COVID-19 could lead to co-endemics of measles and other vaccine preventable diseases. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2021
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27. Sexual and reproductive health rights in the era of artificial intelligence.
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Bolarinwa, Obasanjo, Adebisi, Yusuff Adebayo, Ajayi, Kobi V, and Boutahar, Rime
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RIGHT to health , *REPRODUCTIVE rights , *ARTIFICIAL intelligence , *REPRODUCTIVE health - Published
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28. Spatial Patterns and Multilevel Analysis of Factors Associated with Antenatal Care Visits in Nigeria: Insight from the 2018 Nigeria Demographic Health Survey.
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Bolarinwa, Obasanjo Afolabi, Sakyi, Barbara, Ahinkorah, Bright Opoku, Ajayi, Kobi V., Seidu, Abdul-Aziz, Hagan Jr., John Elvis, and Tessema, Zemenu Tadesse
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PRENATAL care ,DEMOGRAPHIC surveys ,FACTOR analysis ,HEALTH surveys ,REGIONAL disparities ,MULTILEVEL models ,MATERNAL age ,ETHNICITY - Abstract
Despite global progress towards antenatal care (ANC) uptake, ANC utilization in a number of countries in sub-Saharan Africa, such as Nigeria, is low. Although several studies have identified the determinants and factors associated with ANC services utilization in Nigeria, there is a gap in knowledge about the spatial patterns in ANC use. Therefore, this study aims to map the spatial distribution and factors associated with ANC visits in Nigeria. A cross-sectional dataset was obtained from the 2018 Nigeria Demographic and Health Survey. A total of 20,003 women aged 15–49 were considered in this study. Both spatial and multilevel analyses were carried out. The results were presented in spatial maps and adjusted odds ratios (aOR) at a 95% confidence interval (CI). Hot spot areas (high proportion of an incomplete ANC visit) were located in Sokoto, Kebbi, Zamfara, Katsina, Kano, Jigawa, Bauchi, Niger, Borno, Gombe, and Bayelsa. Regional disparities in incomplete ANC visits were found in this study. Maternal age, maternal education, partner's level of education, working status, ethnicity, parity, religion, exposure to media, place of residence, wealth index, region, and community literacy level were factors associated with incomplete ANC. There is a need to consider these factors in the design and strengthening of existing interventions (e.g., mini-clinics) aimed at increasing ANC visits to help attain maternal health-related Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. The regional disparities in incomplete ANC visits also need to be considered by encouraging pregnant women in hotspot areas to attend ANC visits. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2021
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29. Social-Ecological Barriers to Access to Healthcare for Adolescents: A Scoping Review.
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Garney, Whitney, Wilson, Kelly, Ajayi, Kobi V., Panjwani, Sonya, Love, Skylar M., Flores, Sara, Garcia, Kristen, and Esquivel, Christi
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- 2021
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30. The Development of a Systems-Level Approach to Address Adolescent Access to Health Care: A Novel Confidentiality Policy Intervention.
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Wilson KL, Garney WR, Garcia KM, Esquivel CH, Ajayi KV, Flores SA, and Curran L
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- Pregnancy, Female, Humans, Adolescent, Sexual Behavior psychology, Mental Health, Health Services Accessibility, Policy, Confidentiality, Adolescent Health Services
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Most evidence-based interventions in adolescent sexual and reproductive health and mental health remain largely aimed at individual-level outcomes and do not conceptualize adolescent health within a social-ecological model. Interventions to affect policy, systems, and environmental change offer potential for sustained population impact. The current initiative used an innovation framework to develop a novel systems-level approach to address adolescent access to health care. The Framework for Public Health Innovation provided an approach to develop a novel intervention. Confident Teen is a systems-level intervention that creates the opportunity, through organizational policy change, to increase adolescents' access to confidential sexual and reproductive health services through organizational policies. Gaps in adolescents' access to health care services allowed for a systems-level approach to be designed through an adolescent pregnancy prevention innovation initiative. Confidentiality is a right and critical component to their health care; therefore, a policy and conversation between provider and patient is a prioritized component of the novel intervention., Competing Interests: The authors declare no conflict of interest., (Copyright © 2023 The Authors. Published by Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc.)
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- 2023
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31. Barriers and facilitators to accessing and using sexual and reproductive health services during the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak in Africa: a protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis.
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Bolarinwa OA, Odimegwu C, Okeke SR, Ajayi KV, and Sah RK
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- Pregnancy, Female, Humans, Pandemics prevention & control, Systematic Reviews as Topic, Meta-Analysis as Topic, Disease Outbreaks prevention & control, Africa epidemiology, COVID-19 epidemiology, Sexually Transmitted Diseases epidemiology, Sexually Transmitted Diseases prevention & control, Reproductive Health Services
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Introduction: Access and utilisation of sexual and reproductive health services remain an important component in averting adverse sexual and reproductive health outcomes. However, the unprecedented emergence of the 2019 coronavirus disease (COVID-19) left most of these services disrupted in Africa. Thus, this protocol study seeks to conduct a systematic review and meta-analysis of barriers and facilitators to accessing and using sexual and reproductive health services during the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak in Africa., Method and Analysis: An open electronic database search will be conducted in African journals online, PubMed, CINAHL, EMBASE and PsycINFO to identify potentially eligible studies published between January 2020 and December 2022. Two authors from the research team will screen the title and abstract of the potential studies, and another two authors will independently assess the full articles based on the inclusion or exclusion criteria. Studies will be selected if they examine barriers and facilitators to accessing and using sexual and reproductive health services, including family planning counselling and services, sexually transmitted infections (STIs)/HIV testing, consultation, and treatment, and provision of abortion services during the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak in Africa. The data extracted from the included studies will be analysed using Review Manager (RevMan V.5) and Meta-Analysis software V.3. Each outcome measure will be analysed separately against barriers and facilitators; the dichotomous data will be presented in odd ratios with a 95% CI, while mean and standardised mean differences will be employed to present the continuous data. We envisage that the potential results of this study will identify the barriers and facilitators to family planning counselling and services, STIs/HIV testing, consultation, and treatment, and provision of abortion services during the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak in Africa, which can be used to develop required interventions and policies to curb identified barriers., Ethics and Dissemination: Ethical approval is not required for a systematic review and meta-analysis. Findings from this study will be disseminated through conferences and peer-reviewed publication., Prospero Registration Number: CRD42022373335., Competing Interests: Competing interests: None declared., (© Author(s) (or their employer(s)) 2023. Re-use permitted under CC BY-NC. No commercial re-use. See rights and permissions. Published by BMJ.)
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32. A multi-level analysis of prevalence and factors associated with caesarean section in Nigeria.
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Ajayi KV, Olowolaju S, Wada YH, Panjwani S, Ahinkorah B, Seidu AA, Adu C, Tunji-Adepoju O, and Bolarinwa OA
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The choice of caesarean section (CS) plays a significant role in maternal and neonatal health. However, suboptimal CS uptake suggests unmet obstetric care leading to adverse maternal and neonatal health. Considering that maternal health problems in Nigeria remain a public health problem, this present study aims to assess the prevalence and multilevel factors associated with caesarean section among women of reproductive age in Nigeria. Data from the 2018 Nigeria Demographic and Health Survey were analysed. Our analyses included 19,964 women of reproductive age, with their last birth within five years preceding the survey. Multilevel logistic regression analysis was carried out to examine the predictors of the caesarean section in Nigeria. The prevalence of CS among women of reproductive age in Nigeria was 3.11%. Women from the Yoruba ethnic group [aOR = 0.52; 95%(CI = (0.32-0.84)], with two children [aOR = 0.67; 95%(CI = 0.52-0.88)], three children [aOR = 0.49; 95%(CI = 0.36-0.66)], four children and above [aOR = 0.34; 95%(CI = 0.26-0.46)], those who practised Islam [aOR = 0.74; 95%(CI = (0.56-0.99)], and those that had a normal weighted baby [aOR = 0.73; 95%(CI = 0.60-0.99)] were less likely to report having a CS in Nigeria compared to those from Hausa/Fulani ethnic group, those who had one child, those who practised Christianity, and those who had a high weighted baby. Also, women residing in rural areas [aOR = 0.79; 95% (CI = (0.63-0.99)] and the South-South [aOR = 0.65; 95%(CI = (0.46-0.92)] were less likely to have CS compared to those residing in urban areas and North Central. The study concluded that several individual and community-level factors, such as religious belief, number of children, ethnicity, place of residence, and region of residence, were associated with CS utilisation in Nigeria. Our study highlights the need for different regional, local, and cultural contexts for evidence-based policy and programmatic efforts to facilitate equitable access to a caesarean section in Nigeria., Competing Interests: The authors have declared that no competing interests exist., (Copyright: © 2023 Ajayi et al. This is an open access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author and source are credited.)
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33. The Role of Health Information Technology in Improving Awareness of Human Papillomavirus and Human Papillomavirus Vaccine Among U.S. Adults.
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Onyeaka HK, Muoghalu C, Deary EC, Ajayi KV, Kyeremeh E, Dosunmu TG, Jawla M, Onaku E, Nwani SP, Asante KO, and Amonoo HL
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- Humans, Adult, Female, Human Papillomavirus Viruses, Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice, Surveys and Questionnaires, Papillomavirus Infections prevention & control, Papillomavirus Vaccines, Uterine Cervical Neoplasms
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Objective: Although human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines prevent cancer-causing HPV infections and cervical precancers, there is suboptimal awareness and limited global accessibility of HPV and HPV vaccine. Emerging evidence suggests that health information technology (HIT) may influence HPV-related awareness and improve vaccine adoption. The objective of this study was to evaluate the link between HIT and HPV-related awareness Methods: Data were obtained from 1,866 U.S. adults aged 18-45 years who completed the 2017 and 2018 Health Information National Trends Survey. We conducted multivariable logistic regression to analyze the association between HIT utilization and HPV-related awareness. Results: Awareness of HPV and HPV vaccine were 72.7% and 67.5%, respectively. Participants who used electronic means to look up health information (adjusted odds ratio [aOR] = 3.05; p = 0.001), communicate with health care provider (aOR = 1.68; p = 0.026), look up test results (aOR = 1.94; p = 0.005), and track health costs (aOR = 1.65; p = 0.04) were more likely to report HPV awareness than those who did not. Participants who used an electronic device to look up health information (aOR = 3.10; p = 0.003), communicate with clinicians (aOR = 1.72; p = 0.008), look up test results (aOR = 1.63; p = 0.021), and track health care charges (aOR = 1.90; p = 0.006) were more likely to report HPV vaccine awareness than those who did not. Discussion and Conclusion: Our findings suggest a positive association between HIT utilization and HPV-related awareness. Given the rapid and exponential increase in mobile technology access globally, these results are encouraging and offer a potential opportunity to leverage digital technology in primary cancer prevention for HPV-related cancers, especially in low- and middle-income countries with unsophisticated health infrastructures.
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34. What Black Mothers with Preterm Infants Want for Their Mental Health Care: A Qualitative Study.
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Ajayi KV and Garney WR
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Title: "I think that some culturally sensitive mental health information could have been provided": What Black mothers with preterm infants want for their mental health care: A qualitative study., Background: In the United States, preterm birth (PTB) rates in Black women are 50% higher than in non-Hispanic White and Hispanic mothers. Existing discriminatory sociohistorical and contemporary health care practices have been linked to the alarmingly higher rates of PTB among Black families. While it is well-known that PTB is associated with increased mental health (MH) problems, Black women experience elevated MH burdens due to inequities along the care continuum in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). Consequently, culturally responsive MH care holds promises to achieve maternal MH equity. This study aimed to explore the available MH services and resources in the NICU for Black mothers with preterm infants. We also sought to discover potential recommendations and strategies for MH programs through a cultural lens., Materials and Methods: Semistructured interviews were conducted with Black mothers with preterm infants using a Grounded Theory approach embedded in the Black feminist theory., Results: Eleven mothers who gave birth to a preterm infant between 2008 and 2021 participated in this study. Eight women reported not receiving MH services or resources in the NICU. Interestingly, of the three mothers who received MH referrals/services, two did so one-year postbirth and did not utilize the services. Three main themes emerged: stress and the NICU experience, coping mechanisms, and culturally appropriate MH care with diverse providers are needed. Overall, our finds suggest that MH care is not prioritized in the NICU., Conclusion: Black mothers with preterm infants encounter numerous negative and stressful experiences that exacerbate their MH during and beyond the NICU. However, MH services in the NICU and follow-up services are scarce. Mothers in this study endorsed creating culturally appropriate MH programs that addresses their unique intersections., Competing Interests: No competing financial interests exist., (© Kobi V. Ajayi and Whitney R. Garney 2023; Published by Mary Ann Liebert, Inc.)
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35. Association between knowledge of Human Immunodeficiency Virus transmission and consistent condom use among sexually active men in Nigeria: An analysis of 2018 Nigeria Demographic Health Survey.
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Bolarinwa OA, Ajayi KV, and Sah RK
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An estimated 1.7 million people were living with HIV in Nigeria in 2020, with over 86,000 people newly infected. Although the global rates of HIV have remained consistent over time, Nigeria has the second-highest number of people living with HIV and contributes to 9% of the global burden of HIV/AIDS. This is due to several structural and individual-level factors that limit knowledge of HIV and condom utilization. In this context, this study examines the association between knowledge about HIV transmission and consistent condom use among sexually active men in Nigeria. The data utilised in this study was sourced from the latest Nigeria Demographic and Health Survey conducted in 2018. The sample included a total of 9,346 men between the ages of 15-59 years who were sexually active at the time of data collection. Frequency distribution, univariate and multivariable analyses were performed at 95% confidence interval and p-value less than 0.05 to determine the association between the key independent variables and covariates. The results showed that 85.03% of sexually active men who had no knowledge of HIV engaged in inconsistent condom use. The key independent variable showed that sexually active men who had knowledge of HIV had higher odds [AOR = 1.37; 95%(CI = 1.10-1.72)] of consistent condom use compared to those without knowledge of HIV. However, sexually active men who were previously married [AOR = 0.38; 95%(CI = 0.24-0.61)], and those residing in the South Eastern region of Nigeria [AOR = 0.62; 95%(CI = 0.44-0.96)] had lower odds of consistent condom use. This study established the association between HIV knowledge and consistent condom use among sexually active males in Nigeria even after controlling for confounders. Educational level, wealth index, and ethnicity are also associated with condom use. This calls for the consideration of social determinants of health, localised and cultural health promotion and targeted public health strategies at all governmental levels to combat the HIV/AIDS epidemic in Nigeria., Competing Interests: The authors have declared that no competing interests exist., (Copyright: © 2022 Bolarinwa et al. This is an open access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author and source are credited.)
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36. Network analysis of a community-wide teenage pregnancy prevention initiative.
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Panjwani S, Garney WR, Patterson MS, Ajayi KV, Fore S, and Lang L
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- Adolescent, Female, Humans, Information Dissemination, Pregnancy, Sex Education, Pregnancy in Adolescence prevention & control
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Although US teenage birth rates substantially decreased over the past two decades, it still remains the highest in the developed world. More innovative, community-wide initiatives are needed to combat the issue. In Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, the Central Oklahoma Teen Pregnancy Prevention Collaboration is utilizing the collective impact model to convene multiple organizations with the goal of making systems-level changes related to teenage pregnancy within the community. This study used an interorganizational network analysis to evaluate the current strength of relationships between organizations in the Collaboration. An interorganizational network survey assessed collaborative relationships (e.g. information sharing and joint planning) within the network. Using R software, network diagrams were developed to depict partner relationships, and network measures, including node-, group- and network-level measures, were calculated. The network depiction (n = 23) revealed that the network core was composed of organizations from multiple sectors, and the backbone organization served as the most central organization for most centrality measures. This study provides insight into how organizational relationships can be assessed in order to increase community capacity to address teenage pregnancy. Continuous monitoring of the strength of relationships is important to ensure success in achieving goals as well as collective impact., (© The Author(s) 2021. Published by Oxford University Press. All rights reserved. For permissions, please e-mail: journals.permissions@oup.com.)
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37. Maternal mental health in Africa during the COVID-19 pandemic: a neglected global health issue.
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Ajayi KV, Wachira E, Bolarinwa OA, and Suleman BD
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- Communicable Disease Control, Female, Global Health, Humans, Mental Health, Mothers, Pregnancy, SARS-CoV-2, COVID-19, Pandemics
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The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has profoundly impacted mental health and well-being around the globe. Public health measures to control the virus's rapid spread, such as physical distancing, social isolation, lockdown, restricted movements, and quarantine, caused fear and panic in the general population. Although pandemic-related stressors have been reported, changes that occur during the perinatal period compounded by those made to obstetric care guidelines may put pregnant and postpartum mothers at an increased risk of poor mental health. While an abundance of research has examined the impact of the pandemic on maternal mental health in developed nations such as Europe and America, very few studies have done so in the African continent. Considering that Africa has prominently weak health systems, poor mental health policies and infrastructure, high poverty rates, and unreliable maternal care, the pandemic is expected to have dire consequences on maternal mental health in the region. As such, multipronged mental health interventions and strategies that consider the heterogeneity within and between African regions must be developed. Doing so will close existing and widening global health disparities to achieve the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals by 2030.
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