Vol. 2012 No. 1 (2012)

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Mobile Health Clinics' Impact on Behaviour Change Among Primary School Children in Urban Ghana: A Pilot Study

Ameyaw Adjakua, Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR-Ghana) Yahaya Owusu, Department of Pediatrics, University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA)
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18945812
Published: July 19, 2012

Abstract

Mobile health clinics have been introduced in urban Ghana to provide accessible healthcare services, including vaccinations and preventive care for primary school children. A mixed-methods approach was employed, involving both quantitative surveys assessing knowledge and attitudes (n=120) and qualitative interviews exploring perceptions and experiences (n=15). The survey revealed a significant increase in the proportion of children who reported practicing good hygiene habits after clinic visits, with 75% compared to 60% before. Mobile health clinics appear effective in changing behaviour regarding hygiene practices among primary school children in urban Ghana. Further research is recommended to explore other behaviors and long-term impacts. Communities should be engaged for sustained support of these clinics, with a focus on reinforcing hygiene education beyond clinic visits. Mobile Health Clinics, Primary School Children, Behaviour Change, Urban Ghana

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Ameyaw Adjakua, Yahaya Owusu (2012). Mobile Health Clinics' Impact on Behaviour Change Among Primary School Children in Urban Ghana: A Pilot Study. African Animal Health Research, Vol. 2012 No. 1 (2012). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18945812

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African GeographyMobile ClinicsHealth Behaviour ChangePrimary School ChildrenCommunity EngagementQualitative ResearchQuantitative Analysis

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