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Beyene T, Gibson PG, Murphy VE, Jensen ME, McDonald VM, 'Personal strategies to reduce the effects of landscape fire smoke on asthma-related outcomes: a protocol for systematic review and meta-analysis.', BMJ Open, 14 e069516 (2024)
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2023 |
Beyene T, Zosky GRR, Gibson PGG, McDonald VMM, Holliday EGG, Horvat JCC, et al., 'The impact of the 2019/2020 Australian landscape fires on infant feeding and contaminants in breast milk in women with asthma', INTERNATIONAL BREASTFEEDING JOURNAL, 18 (2023) [C1]
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2023 |
Vertigan AE, Harvey ES, Beyene T, Van Buskirk J, Holliday EG, Bone SL, et al., 'Impact of Landscape Fire Smoke Exposure on Patients With Asthma With or Without Laryngeal Hypersensitivity.', The journal of allergy and clinical immunology. In practice, 11 3107-3115.e2 (2023) [C1]
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2023 |
Geleto A, Taylor J, Beyene T, 'Interruptions in contraception and unintended pregnancy during the COVID-19 pandemic: A protocol for systematic review and meta-analysis', WOMENS HEALTH, 19 (2023)
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2023 |
McDonald VM, Archbold G, Beyene T, Brew BK, Franklin P, Gibson PG, et al., 'Asthma and landscape fire smoke: A Thoracic Society of Australia and New Zealand position statement', Respirology, 28 1023-1035 (2023) [C1]
Landscape fires are increasing in frequency and severity globally. In Australia, extreme bushfires cause a large and increasing health and socioeconomic burden for communities and... [more]
Landscape fires are increasing in frequency and severity globally. In Australia, extreme bushfires cause a large and increasing health and socioeconomic burden for communities and governments. People with asthma are particularly vulnerable to the effects of landscape fire smoke (LFS) exposure. Here, we present a position statement from the Thoracic Society of Australia and New Zealand. Within this statement we provide a review of the impact of LFS on adults and children with asthma, highlighting the greater impact of LFS on vulnerable groups, particularly older people, pregnant women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We also highlight the development of asthma on the background of risk factors (smoking, occupation and atopy). Within this document we present advice for asthma management, smoke mitigation strategies and access to air quality information, that should be implemented during periods of LFS. We promote clinician awareness, and the implementation of public health messaging and preparation, especially for people with asthma.
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2022 |
Beyene T, Murphy VE, Gibson PG, McDonald VM, Van Buskirk J, Holliday EG, et al., 'The impact of prolonged landscape fire smoke exposure on women with asthma in Australia', BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth, 22 (2022) [C1]
Background: Little is known about the physical and mental health impact of exposure to landscape fire smoke in women with asthma. This study examined the health impacts and inform... [more]
Background: Little is known about the physical and mental health impact of exposure to landscape fire smoke in women with asthma. This study examined the health impacts and information-seeking behaviours of women with asthma exposed to the 2019/2020 Australian fires, including women who were pregnant. Methods: Women with asthma were recruited from the Breathing for Life Trial in Australia. Following the landscape fire exposure period, self-reported data were collected regarding symptoms (respiratory and non-respiratory), asthma exacerbations, wellbeing, quality of life, information seeking, and landscape fire smoke exposure mitigation strategies. Participants¿ primary residential location and fixed site monitoring was used to geolocate and estimate exposure to landscape fire-related fine Particulate Matter (PM2.5). Results: The survey was completed by 81 pregnant, 70 breastfeeding and 232 non-pregnant and non-breastfeeding women with asthma. Participants had a median daily average of 17 µg/m3 PM2.5 and 105 µg/m3 peak PM2.5 exposure over the fire period (October 2019 to February 2020). Over 80% of participants reported non-respiratory and respiratory symptoms during the fire period and 41% reported persistent symptoms. Over 82% reported asthma symptoms and exacerbations of asthma during the fire period. Half the participants sought advice from a health professional for their symptoms. Most (97%) kept windows/doors shut when inside and 94% stayed indoors to minimise exposure to landscape fire smoke. Over two in five (43%) participants reported that their capacity to participate in usual activities was reduced due to prolonged smoke exposure during the fire period. Participants reported greater anxiety during the fire period than after the fire period (mean (SD) = 53(13) versus 39 (13); p < 0.001). Two in five (38%) pregnant participants reported having concerns about the effect of fire events on their pregnancy. Conclusion: Prolonged landscape fire smoke exposure during the 2019/2020 Australian fire period had a significant impact on the health and wellbeing of women with asthma, including pregnant women with asthma. This was despite most women taking actions to minimise exposure to landscape fire smoke. Effective and consistent public health messaging is needed during landscape fire events to guard the health of women with asthma.
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2022 |
Beyene T, Chojenta C, Smith R, Loxton D, 'Severe Maternal Outcomes and Quality of Maternal Health Care in South Ethiopia', INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF WOMENS HEALTH, 14 119-130 (2022) [C1]
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2022 |
Beyene T, Chojenta C, Smith R, Loxton D, 'The utility of delivery ward register data for determining the causes of perinatal mortality in one specialized and one general hospital in south Ethiopia', BMC PEDIATRICS, 22 (2022) [C1]
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2022 |
Beyene T, Melka AS, Yadecha B, 'Determinants of postnatal care service utilization among married women in rural areas in western Ethiopia.', J Health Popul Nutr, 41 38 (2022) [C1]
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2022 |
Sena CRDS, Lines O, Latheef MS, Amarasinghe GG, Quah WH, Beyene T, et al., 'Reduction in forced vital capacity in asthmatic children on days with bushfire smoke exposure in the Australian 2019/2020 bushfire', PEDIATRIC ALLERGY AND IMMUNOLOGY, 33 (2022)
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2022 |
Beyene T, Harvey ES, Van Buskirk J, McDonald VM, Jensen ME, Horvat JC, et al., ''Breathing Fire': Impact of Prolonged Bushfire Smoke Exposure in People with Severe Asthma', INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH, 19 (2022) [C1]
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2021 |
Beyene T, Akibu M, Bekele H, Seyoum W, 'Risk factors for precancerous cervical lesion among women screened for cervical cancer in south Ethiopia: Unmatched case-control study', PLOS ONE, 16 (2021) [C1]
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2020 |
Tekelab T, Chojenta C, Smith R, Loxton D, 'Incidence and determinants of neonatal near miss in south Ethiopia: A prospective cohort study', BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth, 20 (2020) [C1]
Background: For every neonate who dies, many others experience a near miss event that could have but did not result in death. Neonatal near miss is three to eight times more frequ... [more]
Background: For every neonate who dies, many others experience a near miss event that could have but did not result in death. Neonatal near miss is three to eight times more frequent than neonatal deaths and, therefore, is more useful for assessing the determinants of adverse neonatal outcomes. The aim of this study was to assess the incidence and determinants of neonatal near miss in south Ethiopia. Methods: A facility-based prospective study was conducted among 2704 neonates between 12 July to 26 November 2018. The neonates were followed from the time of admission to hospital discharge or seven postpartum days if the newborn stayed in the hospital. The data were collected by interviewer-administered questionnaire and medical record review. Logistic regression was employed to identify the distant, intermediate and proximal factors associated with neonatal near miss. The independent variables were analysed in three hierarchical blocks. Adjusted odds ratios (AORs) and 95% confidence intervals (CIs) were used to determine the strength of the associations. Results: The incidences of neonatal near miss and neonatal death were 45.1 (95% CI = 37.7-53.8) and 17.4 (95% CI = 13.0-23.3) per 1000 live births, respectively. Of those newborns who experienced neonatal near miss, more than half (59.8%) of their mothers were referred from other health facilities. After adjusting for potential confounders, the odds of neonatal near miss were significantly higher among neonates with a low monthly income (< 79 USD monthly), a birth interval of less than 24 months and where severe maternal complications had occurred. Conclusion: Strategies to improve neonatal survival need a multifaceted approach that includes socio-economic and health-related factors. The findings of this study highlight important implications for policymakers with regard to neonatal near miss. In particular, addressing inequalities by increasing women's income, promoting an optimal birth interval of 24 months or above through postpartum family planning, and preventing maternal complications may improve newborn survival.
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Nepal S, Kypri K, Tekelab T, Hodder RK, Attia J, Bagade T, et al., 'Effects of extensions and restrictions in alcohol trading hours on the incidence of assault and unintentional injury: Systematic review', Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs, 81 5-23 (2020) [C1]
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2019 |
Tekelab T, Chojenta C, Smith R, Loxton D, 'The impact of antenatal care on neonatal mortality in sub-Saharan Africa: A systematic review and meta-analysis', PLoS ONE, 14 (2019) [C1]
Background Newborns are at greatest risk of dying at and shortly after the time of birth. Newborn mortality remains an urgent concern and is an important indicator of child health... [more]
Background Newborns are at greatest risk of dying at and shortly after the time of birth. Newborn mortality remains an urgent concern and is an important indicator of child health, development and well-being. Studies examining the effectiveness of antenatal care on maternal and newborn health outcomes have provided conflicting results. The aim of this review and meta-analysis was to determine the pooled effect of antenatal care on neonatal mortality in sub-Saharan Africa. Methods We searched PubMed, Medline, EMBASE, CINAHL and Google Scholar from September to November 2016 and then updated our search on April 13, 2019. Two independent reviewers extracted data from eligible studies. The quality of each included study was assessed using the Risk of Bias Assessment tool for Non-Randomized Studies (RoBANS). The results were reported based on risk ratio (RR) with 95% confidence intervals (CI) using a random-effects model. Results Eight hundred and ninety eight studies were initially identified. During screening, 23 studies were found to be relevant for data extraction. Of these, only twelve studies fulfilled the inclusion criteria and were included in the analysis. In five of the twelve studies included in the analysis, antenatal care service utilization had a significant association with neonatal mortality. The pooled risk ratio by the random-effects model was 0.61 (95% CI: 0.43, 0.86) for neonates born to women who received at least one antenatal care visit by a skilled provider as compared to neonates born to women who did not receive antenatal care. Conclusion This review indicates that utilization of at least one antenatal care visit by a skilled provider during pregnancy reduces the risk of neonatal mortality by 39% in sub-Saharan African countries. Thus, in order to accelerate progress towards the reduction of newborn deaths, all pregnant women should receive antenatal care during pregnancy.
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Dinberu MT, Mohammed MA, Tekelab T, Yimer NB, Desta M, Habtewold TD, 'Burden, risk factors and outcomes of hyperemesis gravidarum in low-income and middle-income countries (LMICs): systematic review and meta-analysis protocol', BMJ OPEN, 9 (2019)
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Tekelab T, Chojenta C, Smith R, Loxton D, 'Factors affecting utilization of antenatal care in Ethiopia: A systematic review and meta-analysis', PLOS ONE, 14 (2019) [C1]
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2019 |
Tekelab T, Akibu M, Tagesse N, Tilhaun T, Yohanes Y, Nepal S, 'Neonatal mortality in Ethiopia: a protocol for systematic review and meta-analysis', SYSTEMATIC REVIEWS, 8 (2019)
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2018 |
Akibu M, Tekelab T, Amano A, Besho M, Grutzmacher S, Tadese M, Habtewold TD, 'Adherence to prenatal iron-folic acid supplementation in low- and middle-income countries (LMIC): a protocol for systematic review and meta-analysis', SYSTEMATIC REVIEWS, 7 (2018)
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2018 |
Mokdad AH, El Bcheraoui C, Wang H, Charara R, Khalil I, Moradi-Lakeh M, et al., 'Trends in HIV/AIDS morbidity and mortality in Eastern Mediterranean countries, 1990-2015: findings from the Global Burden of Disease 2015 study', INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH, 63 123-136 (2018)
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2017 |
Barber RM, Fullman N, Sorensen RJD, Bollyky T, McKee M, Nolte E, Abajobir AA, 'Healthcare Access and Quality Index based on mortality from causes amenable to personal health care in 195 countries and territories, 1990-2015: a novel analysis from the Global Burden of Disease Study 2015', LANCET, 390 231-266 (2017) [C1]
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2017 |
Hay SI, Abajobir AA, Abate KH, Abbafati C, Abbas KM, Abd-Allah F, et al., 'Global, regional, and national disability-adjusted life-years (DALYs) for 333 diseases and injuries and healthy life expectancy (HALE) for 195 countries and territories, 1990 2016: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2016', The Lancet, 390 1260-1344 (2017)
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Wang H, Abajobir AA, Abate KH, Abbafati C, Abbas KM, Abd-Allah F, et al., 'Global, regional, and national under-5 mortality, adult mortality, age-specific mortality, and life expectancy, 1970-2016: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2016', LANCET, 390 1084-1150 (2017)
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Vos T, Abajobir AA, Abbafati C, Abbas KM, Abate KH, Abd-Allah F, et al., 'Global, regional, and national incidence, prevalence, and years lived with disability for 328 diseases and injuries for 195 countries, 1990-2016: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2016', LANCET, 390 1211-1259 (2017)
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Bennet DA, Hay SI, Yimer T, 'Burden of obesity in the Eastern Mediterranean Region: findings
from the Global Burden of Disease 2015 study', International Journal of Public Health, (2017)
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2015 |
Tekelab T, Melka AS, Wirtu D, 'Predictors of modern contraceptive methods use among married women of reproductive age groups in Western Ethiopia: a community based cross-sectional study', BMC WOMENS HEALTH, 15 (2015)
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Melka AS, Tekelab T, Wirtu D, 'Determinants of long acting and permanent contraceptive methods utilization among married women of reproductive age groups in western Ethiopia: A cross-sectional study', Pan African Medical Journal, 21 (2015)
Introduction: In Ethiopia information on the level of utilization of the long term and permanent contraceptive methods and associated factorsis lacking. The aim of this study was ... [more]
Introduction: In Ethiopia information on the level of utilization of the long term and permanent contraceptive methods and associated factorsis lacking. The aim of this study was to understand the determinant factors of long acting and permanent contraceptive methods use among married women of reproductive age in Western Ethiopia. Methods: A community based cross- sectional study design was employed. Multi stage sampling was used to select 1003 study participants. Data was collected from April 10 to April 25,2014 using a pre- tested structured questionnaire. The data were entered using Epi-info version 3.5.1 and exported to SPSS version 20 for analysis. Multivariate logistic regression analysis was done to identify predictors of long acting and permanent contraceptive methods at 95% CL. Results: Use of long acting and permanent contraceptive methods in this study was found to be 20%. Survey results showed a significant positive association between utilization of long acting and permanent contraceptive methods and women's education (AOR=1.72, 95%CI = 1.02 - 3.05), women's occupation (AOR = 2.01, 95% CI = 1.11-3.58), number of live children (AOR = 2.42, 95% CI: 1.46- 4.02), joint fertility related decision (AOR = 6.11, 95% CI: 2.29- 16.30),having radio/TV (AOR = 2.31, 95% CI: 1.40 - 3.80), and discussion with health care provider about long acting and permanent contraceptive methods (AOR = 13.72, 95% CI: 8.37 - 22.47). Conclusion: Efforts need to be aimed at women empowerment, health education, and encouraging open discussion of family planning by couples
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Tekelab T, Yadecha B, Melka AS, 'Antenatal care and women's decision making power as determinants of institutional delivery in rural area of Western Ethiopia', BMC Research Notes, 8 (2015)
Background: Delivery by skilled birth attendance serves as an indicator of progress towards reducing maternal mortality. In Ethiopia, the proportions of births attended by skilled... [more]
Background: Delivery by skilled birth attendance serves as an indicator of progress towards reducing maternal mortality. In Ethiopia, the proportions of births attended by skilled personnel were very low 15 % and Oromia region 14.7 %. The current study identified factors associated with utilization of institutional delivery among married women in rural area of Western Ethiopia. Methods: A community based cross-sectional study was employed from January 2 to January 31, 2015 among mothers who gave birth in the last 2 years in rural area of East Wollega Zone. A multi-stage sampling procedure was used to select 798 study participants. A pre-tested structured questionnaire was used to collect data and female high school graduates data collectors were involved in the data collection process. Bivariate and multivariable logistic regression model was fit and statistical significance was determined through a 95 % confidence level. Results: The study revealed that 39.7 % of the mothers delivered in health facilities. Age 15-24 years (AOR 4.20, 95 % CI 2.07-8.55), 25-34 years (AOR 2.21, 95 % CI 1.32-3.69), women's educational level (AOR 2.00, 95 % CI 1.19-3.34), women's decision making power (AOR 2.11, 95 % CI 1.54-2.89), utilization of antenatal care (ANC) during the index pregnancy (AOR 1.56, 95 % CI 1.08-2.23) and parity one (AOR 2.20, 95 % CI 1.10-4.38) showed significant positive association with utilization of institutional delivery. Conclusion and recommendation: In this study proportion of institutional delivery were low (39.7 %). Age, women's literacy status, women's decision making power, ANC practice and numbers of live birth were found important predictors of institutional delivery. The findings of current study highlight the importance of boosting women involvement in formal education and decision making power. Moreover since ANC is big pillar for the remaining maternal health services effort should be there to increase ANC service utilization.
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Alemu Sufa TT, 'Factors Affecting Intention to Use Long Acting and Permanent Contraceptive Methods among Married Women of Reproductive Age Groups in Western Ethiopia: A Community Based Cross Sectional Study', Family Medicine & Medical Science Research, 04
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2015 |
Upashe SP, Tekelab T, Mekonnen J, 'Assessment of knowledge and practice of menstrual hygiene among high school girls in Western Ethiopia', BMC WOMENS HEALTH, 15 (2015)
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2014 |
Tekelab T, Berhanu B, 'Factors Associated with Late Initiation of Antenatal Care among Pregnant Women Attending Antenatal Clinic at Public Health Centers in Kembata Tembaro Zone, Southern Ethiopia', Science, Technology and Arts Research Journal, 3 108-108
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