Diploma in Community Health and Development

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    AN ASSESSMENT OF THE ENTERPRISE RESOURCE PLANNING SYSTEM: CASE STUDY OF SOMALI RED CRESCENT SOCIETY IN SOMALIA
    (management university of africa, 2022-11) MARYAN ABDULLAHI MOHAMUD
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    A RESEARCH PROJECT TO FIND OUT THE EFFECTS OF TEENAGE PREGNANCY ON ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS: A CASE STUDY OF MARSABIT COUNTY, KENYA
    (management university of africa, 2022-11) ARBE ADANO
    Pregnancy in young females between the ages of thirteen and nineteen is referred to as a teen pregnancy. In today's globe, teen pregnancy is common among most secondary school students in poor countries. Pregnancy in young females between the ages of thirteen and nineteen is referred to as a teen pregnancy. Teenage pregnancy is now common among students in most secondary schools in underdeveloped countries around the world. The goal of this study was to see how adolescent pregnancy affected secondary school students' school achievement. The research was limited to Marsabit County, Kenya. Considering the explanation of the problem, it has been observed in Kenya for more than years that teenage pregnancies have spread to junior high school students due to various factors that adversely affect affected teens. Panday et al. (2015) found that teenage mothers are very unlikely to succeed in high school, given that after pregnancy they will be held more responsible for raising their newborns. The purpose of this study was to determine whether poor physical and mental health, poor self-esteem, and social isolation due to teenage pregnancy affect junior high school performance. This survey relates to parents of secondary schools in Marsabit County, the Kenyan government, and teenagers in high schools and high schools. The descriptive research design was used throughout the research. The target population consisted of 266 employees, and a sample of 80 employees was sampled using a stratified random sampling technique. Researchers used questionnaires as a means of research. The survey was conducted using the latter drop-and-pick method. The data collected was qualitatively and quantitatively analyzed and presented using tables, figures, and figures. From the results of the survey, most of the respondents who participated in the survey said that 81% of the respondents said that the pregnancy of teens had a physical and psychological effect on the academic performance of junior high school students. 19% therefore, the physical and psychological effects of teenage pregnancy do not affect the academic performance of junior high school students. Based on the respondents' responses, the majority of respondents (95%) said that the decrease in self-esteem due to teenage pregnancy affects the academic performance of secondary school students, considering the decrease in self-esteem due to teenage pregnancy. did. Respondents who participated in the study showed that the loss of self-esteem due to teenage pregnancy did not affect academic performance in secondary high school students. The majority of respondents (88%) show that social isolation from teenage pregnancies affects academic performance in junior high school students, and 12% of the total number of respondents who participated in the survey were from teenage pregnancy. Isolation has a complete impact on the academic performance.
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    FACTORS INFLUENCING TUBERCULOSIS (TB) AMONG THE ELDERLY PEOPLE FROM THE AGE OF 65 AND ABOVE IN WAJIR COUNTY REFERRALS HOSPITAL
    (management university of africa, 2023-05) SOFIA AHAT
    The primary goal of this research was to examine the factors influencing tuberculosis (TB) among the elderly persons from 65 years and above in Wajir County Referrals Hospital. Specific objectives included: To determine the effect of Sociodemographic characteristics on tuberculosis among the elderly people in Wajir County Referrals Hospital, to determine the effect of diabetes mellitus (DM) on tuberculosis among the elderly people in Wajir County Referrals Hospital and to determine the effect of malnutrition on tuberculosis among the elderly people in Wajir County Referrals Hospital. The study used descriptive research design. The study population included registered elderlies with TB infections on treatment in the Wajir County Referrals Hospital facility. Primary data was collected by questionnaire, and secondary data was congregated from past studies. The Statistical Package for Social Sciences version 24 was used for statistical analysis of the data. The results were presented using figures and tables. The study came to the conclusion that individuals with diabetes mellitus had a significant risk of developing tuberculosis. Statistics showed a statistically significant relationship between socio-demographic factors and TB. The study discovered that a significant contributing factor to the TB illness in Wajir county is malnutrition among the elderly. Males make up a majority of the TB patients at the Wajir County Referral Hospital. In conclusion, to put them (health facilities) closer to the people, fully functional health facilities should be distributed across the area. Mobile units that provide TB testing and treatment services should be established to serve the remote nomads in order to support access to health care. The governments should develop educational initiatives to inform the public about the causes of TB and its treatment. The government should develop strategies to raise literacy rates since education is thought to improve information receptivity. The community will be able to afford healthcare services and other essentials if marketplaces and roads are opened up for business. The study finally recommended that to determine whether the same findings would be obtained, similar research might be conducted in other counties at various locations.
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    FACTORS AFFECTING THE PERFORMANCE OF COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKERS IN THE REMOTE AREAS A CASE STUDY OF HABASWEIN SUB COUNTY WAJIR COUNTY
    (management university of africa, 2024-01) HAMDI ABDIKERIN SADIQ
    This study addressed the performance of Community Health Workers (CHWs) in remote areas, focusing on Habas Wein Sub County, Kenya. The problem underscored challenges related to training, social support, resource availability, and cultural sensitivity. Objectives included assessing the impact of these factors on CHW performance. The target population comprised 230 CHWs, and the study employed a census sampling technique. Data collection involved a 5-point Likert scale questionnaire. Following a pilot study, validity and reliability were assured. Data were analyzed descriptively using Excel, with graphical representation. Ethical considerations, including informed consent, voluntary participation, confidentiality, privacy, and anonymity, were prioritized. This study offered insights into enhancing CHW effectiveness in remote settings. Focused on Community Health Workers (CHWs) in Habas Wein Sub County, Wair County, the study identified key findings that elucidated factors influencing CHW performance in remote areas. The research revealed a significant impact of well-designed training programs on CHW effectiveness, emphasizing the relevance of tailored training content and sustained evaluations. Social support emerged as a crucial determinant, with positive relationships and teamwork enhancing job satisfaction and overall performance. Adequate resource availability, encompassing financial, logistical, and human resources, proved instrumental in optimizing CHW capabilities and healthcare service delivery. Furthermore, the study underscored the importance of cultural sensitivity, emphasizing that CHWs with enhanced cultural competence demonstrated improved community engagement and health outcomes. In conclusion, the study highlighted the multifaceted nature of factors influencing CHW performance in remote areas, emphasizing the interconnectedness of training, social support, resource availability, and cultural competence. The findings contributed valuable insights for policymakers, healthcare organizations, and training institutions to enhance CHW programs and community health initiatives. The major recommendations from this study advocated for the development and implementation of context-specific training programs, fostering supportive environments for CHWs, and ensuring adequate resource provision. Culturally tailored interventions and ongoing evaluations were crucial to sustaining CHW effectiveness. Policymakers were urged to prioritize resource allocation for CHW programs, fostering collaborative efforts with communities to address unique challenges. Future research should delve deeper into specific cultural competencies and their impact on CHW performance, contributing to a more nuanced understanding of community health dynamics. These recommendations collectively aimed to strengthen CHW programs and improve healthcare outcomes in remote areas.
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    FACTORS INFLUENCING THE PERFORMANCE OF COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKERS IN MANDERA EAST CONSTITUENCY
    (management university of africa, 2024-02) OSMAN AHMED MOHAMED
    One reason healthcare delivery is becoming more difficult, particularly in low-income countries, is a lack of trained medical professionals, according to a World Health Organization report from 2006. It was more economical to use CHWs to treat low-income Kenyans. The implementation of CHW in Kenya has prompted inquiries about the program's efficacy and viability in the long run. There is a lack of scientific evidence on important matters, such CHW performance, and the disease burden keeps rising, despite CHWs' great ability. On the other hand, some people question the efficacy of CHWs as change agents and the feasibility of launching and maintaining large-scale CHW initiatives. Factors affecting Mandera East CHW performance were the focus of this study. This descriptive study looked at the results of training and supervision, rewards, and other motivational tactics on community health workers in the Mandera East constituency. It also looked at the impacts of community participation and support. We gathered information using both quantitative and qualitative techniques. Using systematic sampling, we were able to locate respondents. Quantitative data was provided by one hundred community health specialists, while qualitative data was provided by CHMT, customers, and extension workers (CHEWs). Data was presented in tables, and inferential statistics were computed using regression and correlation. The impact of training on the performance of community health workers was the subject of this section of the questionnaire. According to the results, training improved the services provided by community health workers by 80% of the people surveyed. The results showed that 65% of those who took the survey believed that financial incentives would encourage more home visits from community health workers. Increasing incentives will encourage more individuals to seek medical treatment from community health practitioners, according to 60% of respondents. Community involvement and community health worker performance were examined in this part. The data showed that 75% of respondents said community health professionals visit families sometimes and 20% said they usually do. Additionally, 80% of respondents said community health professionals sometimes give health education, while 10% said they usually do. This section examines how workload affects community health professionals.
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    ASSESSING COMMUNITY BASED HEALTH PROGRAMS FOR PREVENTION OF CHRONIC DISEASES IN KENYA. A CASE STUDY OF MOYALE SUB COUNTY HOSPITAL
    (management university of africa, 2024-03) ZAMZAM ABUBAKAR
    Although mortality from communicable diseases and poor nutrition have been declining, noncommunicable diseases have been on the rise in developing countries. Consequently, this poses a serious challenge to health programming. There are predictions that NCDs will continue to rise in the coming years resulting to at least 9 million deaths every year. This death rate would occur among people who are below 60 years of age in sub-Saharan Africa. NCDs are associated with some underlying risk factors of which most of them can be tackled through clear policy intervention. The specific objectives of the study sought to determine the impact of nutrition education, frequent physical activities, and level of awareness on prevention of chronic lifestyle diseases in Moyale Sub-County Hospital. A descriptive research design was adopted. The population of study includes 160 staffs of Moyale Sub-County Hospital where a sample of 64 individuals was selected using a Stratified random sampling. The data collection tools consist of questionnaires and data was presented using graphs and tables for better interpretation and analysis.