BACKGROUND: Men engaged in transactional sex (METS) represent a neglected key population in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), yet little is known about their burden of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and associated factors. This study assessed the prevalence of self-reported STIs (SR-STI) and identified individual, community, and country-level determinants among this group. METHODS: We analyzed pooled recent […]

BACKGROUND: Psychoactive substance (PAS) use among people living with HIV (PLHIV) can adversely affect treatment adherence, disease progression, and mental health. Despite growing concern, there is limited data on the prevalence and correlates of substance use in this population in Togo. This study aimed to assess the prevalence, patterns, and associated factors of PAS use […]

CONCLUSION: Among METS in SSA, there is evidence of risk compensation, wherein factors associated with multiple sexual partnerships are also associated with increased condom use. However, the alarmingly high prevalence of multiple partnerships coupled with low condom use among married METS represents a critical intervention gap.

CONCLUSIONS: Despite improvement in hypertension awareness, the burden of untreated and uncontrolled hypertension in adults remains substantial in the AFRO with notable sex disparities.

CONCLUSIONS AND RELEVANCE: This situational analysis of cross-sectional WHO STEPS surveys of CVH status region identified actionable factors of the CVH status across 22 countries in the WHO African Region. This information is crucial for guiding policy efforts in CVD prevention in countries of the WHO African Region.

CONCLUSION: Although progress was made in HPV vaccination coverage in Togo, regional disparities highlight the need for targeted interventions. Strategies such as expanding vaccine access, enhancing awareness campaigns, and integrating HPV vaccination into routine immunization could improve coverage. Addressing logistical and cultural barriers is also crucial for equitable vaccination, aiming to achieve international benchmarks and […]

CONCLUSION: The study shows a high prevalence of condomless sex in Liberia. Condom promotion strategies must take into account individual and contextual factors such as gender and regional inequalities.

Anaemia remains a significant public health concern in developing countries. This study estimated the proportion of childhood anaemia cases that could be potentially prevented in Togo using data from the 2017 National Malaria Indicator Survey. Maternal, child, and household data were collected through standardized face-to-face interviews. Haemoglobin (Hb) levels were measured in children and their […]