Antibiotics Susceptibility Patterns of Uropathogenic Bacteria Isolates among Patients with Community-Acquired Urinary Tract Infections, Kanifing General Hospital, The Gambia 2021
Mr. Abou Kebbeh, Dr. Paul Henry Dsane-Aidoo, Mr. Kawsu Sanyang, Mr. Sheriffo MK. Darboe, Mr. Nuha Fofana, Dr. Donne Kofi Ameme, Prof. Francis Anto, Prof. Ernest Kenu
Background
Urinary tract infections (UTI) are among the common infections encountered in healthcare facilities, affecting about 150 million people worldwide. In the Gambia, about 9% uropathogenic...
Conference: 11th TEPHINET Global (2022, Panama)
- Anti-microbial resistance
Predictors of death from Lassa fever in District #3 A&B Grand Bassa County, Liberia, 2016 - 2020
Dr. Danny Mukandila Kalala, Dr. Obafemi Babalola, Dr. Peter Adewuyi, Dr. Maame Amo-Addae
Background
Lassa Fever (LF) is endemic in West Africa including Liberia. Twenty percent of infected people develop severe illness with case fatality rate of 10–60%. District #3 A&B in Grand...
Conference: 11th TEPHINET Global (2022, Panama)
Investigation of a case of Crimean Congo hemorrhagic fever in Senegal, March 2022
Dr. Yoro SALL, Dr. MBOUNA NDIAYE, Dr. Mamadou Sarifou Ba, Dr. Ibrahima Niang, Dr. Tidiane Gadiaga, Dr. Boly Diop
Background
Senegal has been recording cases of Crimean Congo Hemorrhagic Fever since 2015. Following the confirmation by the laboratory of the Pasteur Institute of Dakar of a case of Crimean Congo...
Conference: 11th TEPHINET Global (2022, Panama)
Foodborne Outbreak investigation in Sabya town, Gizan region, Saudi Arabia, November 2021. A case control study
Dr. Rayyan Saqah, Dr. Bader Alibrahim, Dr. Abdulaziz Almutairi
Background
Food poisoning is a major public health problem in many countries, including Saudi Arabia. On November 1, 2021, Sabya reported unexpected number of cases with gastrointestinal illness,...
Conference: 11th TEPHINET Global (2022, Panama)
An outbreak of Escherichia coli-associated Haemolytic Uremic Syndrome linked to consumption of an unexpected food vehicle, France 2022
Dr. Catarina Krug, Dr. N. Jourdan-Da Silva, Dr. M. Tourdjman, Dr. P. Mariani-Kurkdjian, Dr. A. Cointe, Dr. Sophie Lefèvre, Mrs. S. Belichon, Mrs. C. Postic, Mrs. N. Fredriksen, Mrs. M. Bernabe, Mr. H. Herber, Prof. D. Sergentet, Mrs. sarah ganet, Mrs. A. F. Bondat, Dr. I. Horrigue, Mrs. F. Chereau, Dr. H. Noël, Dr. H. de Valk, Prof. S. Bonacorsi, Prof. F.X. Weill, Mrs. G. Jones
Background
In February 2022, Santé publique France identified an excess of paediatric haemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) cases. We conducted epidemiological, microbiological, and trace-back...
Conference: 11th TEPHINET Global (2022, Panama)
- Zoonotic
- Water or foodborne
Cholera Outbreak Among the T’boli Tribe in a Municipality in Mindanao, Philippines: A case-control study from August to October 2021.
Mr. Patjayson Mohammad, Dr. IAN CHRISTIAN A. GONZALES
Background
The regional health office reported clustering of diarrhea cases among the T’boli tribe members in Kiamba, Sarangani. Field Epidemiology Training Program fellows were deployed to...
Conference: 11th TEPHINET Global (2022, Panama)
Foodborne Outbreak investigation: Hail city, Saudi Arabia,
2021. A case control study
Dr. Hamoud Alrougi, Dr. Eman Elsayed Abd-Ellatif, Dr. Abdulaziz Almutairi
Background
Hail’s food safety program reported an unexpected number of food poisoning cases. All patients gave a history of sharing a meal from a fast food restaurant in Hail City on July 28–30,...
Conference: 11th TEPHINET Global (2022, Panama)
High food insecurity during the COVID-19 pandemic among secondary school teachers - Kulob, Tajikistan, 2021
Mr. Davron Akhmedov, Dr. Dilyara Nabirova, Dr. Roberta Horth
Background
The COVID-19 pandemic’s global disruptions resulted in food insecurity and negative consequences beyond direct health impact. We conducted analysis to understand these consequences to...
Conference: 11th TEPHINET Global (2022, Panama)
- Respiratory Diseases
- Other
- Nutrition
Moderate Malnutrition, a Risk Factor for Acute Respiratory Illness: Revelation from an Outbreak Investigation in Nakuru County, Kenya, February 2022
Ms. Catherine Menganyi, Dr. Paul Kibati, Mr. George Giathi, Dr. Philip Ngere 2, Dr. Emmanuel Okunga, Ms. Elizabeth Kiptoo, Mr. Joseph Ogutu, Dr. Maurice Omondi Owiny, Mr. Fredrick Odhiambo
Background
Globally, Acute Respiratory Infections (ARI) epidemics result in 3–5 million cases of severe illness, with approximately 290,000 to 650,000 related deaths yearly. East African region...
Conference: 11th TEPHINET Global (2022, Panama)
Factors associated with Adverse Manifestations Post-Immunization (AEFI) COVID-19, Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, March-September 2021
Prof. Vroh Joseph Benie Bi, Dr. Herve Gerard Mangoua, Dr. Joseph Otshudiandjeka, Dr. Wilnique Pierre, Dr. Yao Raphael Amani, Prof. David Meless, Prof. Issaka Tiembre, Prof. Vroh Joseph Benie Bi
Background
In Côte d'Ivoire, the first case of COVID-19 was notified on March 11, 2020. As of August 31, 2021, 55,669 cases have been confirmed with 441 deaths (0, 8 %.) In Africa, more than 70...
Conference: 11th TEPHINET Global (2022, Panama)
- Vaccine preventable diseases
Using surveillance data to improve pneumococcal vaccination uptake following invasive pneumococcal disease in Queensland, Australia between 01 July 2020–31 December 2021
Mrs. Meg Dalmau, Dr. Emma Field, Prof. Stephen Lambert
Background
From 01 July 2020, a previous episode of invasive pneumococcal disease was added as a risk factor for recommendation and eligibility to receive funded pneumococcal vaccines under the...
Conference: 11th TEPHINET Global (2022, Panama)
- Vaccine preventable diseases
- Health Information Systems (Including Surveillance)
Effect of mHealth on the roles of patent medicine vendors in improving surveillance of cases of skin-related neglected tropical diseases in Ebonyi State, Nigeria, 2021
Dr. Azuka Adeke, Dr. Benedict Azuogu, Dr. Richard Ewah, Dr. Christian Akpa, Dr. Osarhiemen Iyare, Dr. Onyinyechukwu Oka, Dr. Dilichukwu Aniemeka, Dr. Chukwuma Umeokonkwo, Dr. Muhammad Shakir Balogun
Background
Skin-related neglected tropical diseases (skin NTDs) cause considerable disability, stigma, and exacerbation of poverty. Nigeria contributes about 25% of the burden of NTDs in Africa....
Conference: 11th TEPHINET Global (2022, Panama)
- Water or foodborne
- Vector-borne
- Dermatological Conditions
- "Disabilities (blindness
- deafness
- etc.)"
Cholera Outbreak Investigation in Adamawa State, Nigeria 2021: An Unmatched Case Control Study
Mrs. Aisha Abba Abdulazeez, Mr. Celestine Ameh, Dr. Aisha Sadauki, Dr. Muhammad Shakir Balogun, Dr. Muntari Hassan, Dr. Oladipo Ogunbode, Mr. Ismaila Lukman, Mrs. Peace Umar, Dr. Suleiman Idris Ahmed
Background
Cholera, a diarrheal disease caused by the bacterium Vibrio cholerae remains a serious public-health problem in Nigeria. In 2018, 43,996 cholera cases and 836 deaths were recorded...
Conference: 11th TEPHINET Global (2022, Panama)
- Water or foodborne
- Vaccine preventable diseases
Assessment of preparedness of border districts to respond to plague-West Nile Region, Uganda- August, 2021
Ms. Immaculate Atuhaire, Ms. Doreen Gonahasa, Ms. Sandra Nabatanzi, Mr. Bob Omoda Amodan, Dr. John Opolot, Dr. Felix Ocom, Ms. Linda Atiku, Mr. Jimmy Felix Okoth, Mr. Ignatius Wadunde, Dr. Andrew Kwiringira, Mr. Shaban Senyange, Dr. Patience Mwine, Mr. Edirisa Nsubuga, Ms. Hildah Nansikombi, Ms. Sherry Ahirirwe, Mr. Godfrey Ekuka, Dr. Benon Kwesiga, Mr. Daniel Kadobera, Dr. Julie Harris, Dr. Alex Riolexus Ario
Background
Ituri Province in Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is a hotspot for plague, with occasional crossing of case-patients into Uganda. As of June 2021, 117 cases were reported in Ituri...
Conference: 11th TEPHINET Global (2022, Panama)
Predictors of depression among clients attending Pantang Psychiatry Hospital 2019-2021, Ghana
Mr. Eli Dzandu, Mr. Anthony Dongdem, Mr. Charles Lwanga Noora, Ms. Delia Akosua Bandoh, Dr. Samuel Oko Sackey, Prof. Edwin Afari, Prof. Ernest Kenu
Background
Globally, 3.80% of people suffer from depression, one of the mental health conditions (MHCs) that can affect anyone. Known associated factors include chronic illnesses, financial...
Conference: 11th TEPHINET Global (2022, Panama)
Assessment of Biosecurity, Antibiotics Usage and Awareness of Antimicrobial Resistance in Layer Poultry Farmers in Anambra State Nigeria
Dr. Shalom Ogbonna, Dr. Pius Ononigwe, Ms. Adaora Ejikeme, Dr. Hashim Bala, Dr. Uchenna Anebonam, Dr. Muhammad Shakir Balogun, Dr. Patrick Mboya Nguku
Background
As consumption of animal protein increases in low- and middle-income countries, accurate monitoring of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and biosecurity practices has become very important...
Conference: 11th TEPHINET Global (2022, Panama)
- Zoonotic
- Animal health
- biosecurity & Biosafety
- Environmental Health (Including Water & Sanitation)
- One Health
- Anti-microbial resistance
Evaluation of the Yemen Field Epidemiology Training Program
Dr. Maeen Abduljalil, Dr. Abdulhakeem Al kohlani, Prof. Abdul Wahed A serouri
Background
Evaluation of training programs is crucial to gain knowledge about whether they have achieved objectives and to improve outcomes. Purpose: Ascertain how far Y-FETP has achieved its...
Conference: 11th TEPHINET Global (2022, Panama)
- Program Monitoring and Evaluation
Discontinuation of Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis and associated factors among Female Commercial Sex Workers attending the most at-risk population clinic, Mulago Hospital, Uganda
Ms. Racheal Naturinda, Mr. Andrew K. Tusubira, Prof. Rhoda K. Wanyenze, Dr. Ivan Kimuli, Dr. Edith N. Joloba
Background
Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) uptake and retention rates in clinical trials have been well characterized. However, little is known about PrEP discontinuation in routine public health...
Conference: 11th TEPHINET Global (2022, Panama)
- Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Stillbirth and Neonatal mortality in Jordan: Findings from Jordan Stillbirths and Neonatal Deaths Surveillance System
Dr. Baha’a Alosta, Dr. Baha’a Alosta, Dr. Areej Shoubaki, Dr. Mu’taz Dalain, Dr. Majed Asad
Background
Stillbirth and neonatal mortality declined significantly in high- and some middle- income countries because of substantial improvements in obstetric and neonatal care. Jordan has shown...
Conference: 11th TEPHINET Global (2022, Panama)
- Maternal and child health
National multicenter study on adherence to hand hygiene of health professionals - Argentina 2021
Mrs. Maria Luz Sanchez, Mrs. Irene Pagano, Mrs. Elena Andión, Mrs. Laura Fernández, Mrs. Belén Ibarra Camou
Background
Hand Hygiene (HH) has proven to be a simple and effective measure for the control of Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAIs). This is the first national HH cross-sectional study in...
Conference: 11th TEPHINET Global (2022, Panama)
- Healthcare Acquired or Nosocomial Infections
Barriers towards reporting and response of anthrax outbreaks in Simdega District, Jharkhand, India,2021-A mixed method approach
Dr. Pallavi Indwar, Dr. Tarun Bhatnagar, Dr. Manoj Murhekar, Dr. Adhyan Sharan, Dr. Dewesh Kumar, Dr. Neeraj Verma, Dr. Shreya Sinha
Background
India has a well-established nation-wide surveillance system called integrated disease surveillance programme (IDSP) since 2004.As per IDSP outbreak investigation should be completed...
Conference: 11th TEPHINET Global (2022, Panama)
Pesticide exposure and associated acute health effects among smallholder farmers in Mbale District, Eastern Uganda, August 2020
Ms. Elizabeth Muhumuza, Mr. Andrew K. Tusubira, Mr. Charles Ssemugabo, Prof. David Guwatudde
Background
Pesticide use for agriculture is on the rise in Uganda. Many farmers improperly use pesticides, which puts them at risk of exposure and adverse health effects. We assessed pesticide...
Conference: 11th TEPHINET Global (2022, Panama)
Proliferation of Non-Conforming Herbal Medicines in the Ghanaian market: A case of Ashanti Region, Ghana, 2021
Mr. Akwasi Fredua, Mrs. Rita Agyekumwaa Asante, Ms. Magdalene Akos Odikro, Mr. Joseph Asamoah Frimpong, Dr. Samuel Oko Sackey, Prof. Ernest Kenu
Background
Although over 70% of Ghanaians utilize herbal medicines for their healthcare needs, not all herbal medicines (HM) on the open market are licensed. Market surveillance (MS) activities...
Conference: 11th TEPHINET Global (2022, Panama)
Investigation of a local outbreak of SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant caused by an imported case from Singapore in Chengdu, Sichuan Province, 2022
Mr. Hu Jinyu, Mr. Lunguang Liu
Background
Since the outbreak of COVID-19, China has been insisting on a dynamic zero clearing strategy. At present, the strategy has successfully ensured the residents’ normal life and social and...
Conference: 11th TEPHINET Global (2022, Panama)