Pneumonia remains a leading public health problem among under-five children in peri-urban areas of north-eastern Ethiopia.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Pneumonia is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality among children under five years of age in developing countries, including Ethiopia. However, data on this serious illness among highly susceptible and vulnerable children living in local peri-urban areas are limited. Establishing the prevalence of pneumonia and identifying the associated factors are important for proper planning and intervention.

Methods

A community-based cross-sectional study was conducted among 560 systematically selected children under the age of five years in peri-urban areas of Dessie City from January through March 2019. Data were collected using a pretested structured questionnaire, physical examination of children and direct observation of housing conditions. Pneumonia was examined us

SUBMITTER: Keleb A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7485761 | biostudies-literature | 2020

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature