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Ronald Regan Adu

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Employment

Organisation	Role	Department	Start date	End date
Just Learn Independent School	Behaviour Support Staff / First Aider	Not specified	2024-05-01
Mother Nature Science	Science Teacher / Presenter & First Aider	Not specified	2023-10-01
Primecare Medical Centre	General Medical Practitioner & Trainee Lecturer in Health and Medical Sciences	Not specified	2019-06-01
University of Roehampton	Graduate of A. Cognitive Neuroscience	Not specified	2023-09-18	2024-09-01

Education

Organisation	Degree/title	Department	Start date	End date
Presbyterian University, Ghana	MPhil. Educational Studies	Not specified	2022-09-01
University of Roehampton	MSc. Psychology in Applied Cognitive Neuroscience	Not specified	2023-09-18	2024-09-01
Presbyterian University, Ghana	Master's in educational studies	Not specified	2020-09-01	2022-09-01
Presbyterian University, Ghana	BSc. of Science (Physician Assistant)	Not specified	2015-09-01	2019-05-19

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STUDY ON HEPATITIS C TREATMENT USING DIRECT ACTING ANTIVIRALS AMONG PATIENTS IN THE NORTH EAST REGION

Study Type and DesignThe study employed a quantitative and retrospective descriptive research design to review the medical records of CHC patients. The research focused on analyzing the clinical effectiveness of DAA on viral load, liver enzymes, and the prevalence of complications among CHC patients over 12 weeks.Study AreaThe Walewale Government Hospital, located...

Published May 4, 2025, by W. Ossom, R. Adu, P. Akudugu

Research Problem

FEMALE GENITAL HYGIENE PRACTICES AMONGST ADOLESCENT FEMALES

INTRODUCTIONFemale genitalia are the female's genitourinary and reproductive organs structurally and by convention, it is divided into external and internal genitalia (Cova et al., 2023). The pudendum, clitoris, and female urethra are the external genitalia while the ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus (womb), cervix, and vagina compose the internal genitalia (Cova et...

Published March 2, 2025, by W. Ossom, J. OPARE-DUODU, R. Adu

Method

THE NEED TO STUDY KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDES AND PERCEPTION OF PERSONS 40 YEARS AND ABOVE TOWARDS GLAUCOMA

Research Design To facilitate the study, a descriptive cross-sectional design, characterised by its quantitative nature, was utilised. This design was favored due to its ability to efficiently manage respondent participation, as subjects were engaged in a single session at a designated location. Research Setting The study was conducted at Little Roses within the As...

Published March 1, 2025, by J. OPARE-DUODU, W. Ossom, R. Adu

Rationale / Hypothesis

THE NEED TO STUDY KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDES AND PERCEPTION OF PERSONS 40 YEARS AND ABOVE TOWARDS GLAUCOMA

HypothesisH0:The level of knowledge regarding glaucoma among individuals aged 40 and above at Little Roses is not significantly influenced by demographic factors such as age, gender, or educational background.The attitudes toward glaucoma screening among individuals aged 40 and above at Little Roses do not show a significant correlation with their previous experien...

Published March 1, 2025, by J. OPARE-DUODU, R. Adu, W. Ossom

Results / Sources

FEMALE ADOLESCENTS AND UNSAFE ABORTION; PERSPECTIVE OF HAIRDRESSER APPRENTICES AT MADINA MUNICIPALITY

Results Table 4.1: Demographic Profile of the RespondentsSource: Field Study ( Madena Municipality, 2024) Knowledge of Female Adolescents Towards Unsafe AbortionSource: Field Study ( Madena Municipality, 2024)Table 4.3: Attitude of Female Adolescents towards Unsafe AbortionSource: Field Study ( Madena Municipality, 2024)Table 4.4: Perception Of Female Adolescent...

Published January 1, 2025, by W. Ossom, R. Adu

Research Problem

FEMALE ADOLESCENTS AND UNSAFE ABORTION; PERSPECTIVE OF HAIRDRESSER APPRENTICES AT MADINA MUNICIPALITY

BackgroundNearly, all societies have historically practiced abortion in order to limit population growth and maintain stable social and economic conditions (Wolf & Broecker, 2022). However, studies by the World Health Organization reported that the practice is risky when it is carrie8 wd out by individuals who lack the required training, in environments with medioc...

Published January 1, 2025, by W. Ossom, R. Adu

Rationale / Hypothesis

LONG WORKING HOURS AND FATIGUE ON HEALTH AND SAFETY OF EMPLOYEES AT SCHOOL OF BUSINESS, UNIVERSITY OF CAPE COAST

Studies have shown that long working hours in universities have various implications for the health and safety of employees (Pega et al., 2021). The authors argue that this phenomenon often stems from institutional expectations, funding challenges, and academic cultural norms (Pega et al., 2021). For instance, Liu, Nkrumah, Akoto, Gyabeng, and Nkrumah (2020) report...

Published January 1, 2025, by W. Ossom, R. Adu

Results / Sources

LONG WORKING HOURS AND FATIGUE ON HEALTH AND SAFETY OF EMPLOYEES AT SCHOOL OF BUSINESS, UNIVERSITY OF CAPE COAST

Results, Analysis and Discussion Demographic ProfileThe table above shows that out of 14 respondents, 5 (35.7%), being the highest proportion, were between 37-39 years, 3 (21.5%) were between 34-36 years and 40 years and above, respectively, while 1 (7.1%) being the lowest proportion were between 25-27 years, 28-30 years and 31-33 years respectively. Considering t...

Published January 1, 2025, by W. Ossom, R. Adu

Research Problem

LONG WORKING HOURS AND FATIGUE ON HEALTH AND SAFETY OF EMPLOYEES AT SCHOOL OF BUSINESS, UNIVERSITY OF CAPE COAST

IntroductionLong working hours and fatigue can have a significant impact on the health and safety of employees. Extended periods of work can lead to employees feeling exhausted, which can have an impact on their ability to focus and make judgments, leading to an increased risk of accident and injuries. Long working hours can also lead to stress-related illnesses su...

Published December 31, 2024, by W. Ossom, R. Adu

Interpretation

ASSESSMENT OF EFFECTS OF INTIMATE PARTNER VIOLENCE ON PREGNANT WOMEN AT ST THERESA'S HOSPITAL NKORANZA BONO EAST REGION

Conclusions The study concluded that the majority of pregnant women have experienced intimate partner violence in various forms, including physical, verbal, sexual, and emotional. The study also found that intimate partner violence can have severe mental consequences, such as depression, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and self-blame, on the pregnant woman. In a...

Published December 19, 2024, by R. Adu

Analysis

ASSESSMENT OF EFFECTS OF INTIMATE PARTNER VIOLENCE ON PREGNANT WOMEN AT ST THERESA'S HOSPITAL NKORANZA BONO EAST REGION

Analysis and Discussion Results from the study show that participants' in-depth knowledge of IPV is adequate. They saw it as a form of domestic violence that occurs between individuals who are in an intimate relationship, such as husband and wife. This assertion agreed with studies by (Román-Gálvez et al. et al. (2021; and Statham (2021), which highlighted that the...

Published December 19, 2024, by R. Adu

Results / Sources

ASSESSMENT OF EFFECTS OF INTIMATE PARTNER VIOLENCE ON PREGNANT WOMEN AT ST THERESA'S HOSPITAL NKORANZA BONO EAST REGION

RESULTSDemographic Profile of ParticipantsThe respondents’ demographic data showed that more than half of the participants 7 were within 25-29 years, five were within 30-34 years, and three were between 30-34 years. Concerning their educational level, 5 out of the 15 participants, being the majority, had had senior high school and tertiary education, respectively,...

Published December 19, 2024, by R. Adu

Method

ASSESSMENT OF EFFECTS OF INTIMATE PARTNER VIOLENCE ON PREGNANT WOMEN AT ST THERESA'S HOSPITAL NKORANZA BONO EAST REGION

METHODOLOGY Study Setting The study was conducted at St. Theresa Hospital in the Nkoranza Township. Study DesignAn exploratory research design was used.Study PopulationThe study populations were all pregnant women seeking care at the Hospital Sampling, Sample Size and Sampling Technique Convenience sampling techniques were used to sample the participants. The samp...

Published December 19, 2024, by R. Adu

Rationale / Hypothesis

ASSESSMENT OF EFFECTS OF INTIMATE PARTNER VIOLENCE ON PREGNANT WOMEN AT ST THERESA'S HOSPITAL NKORANZA BONO EAST REGION

Rationale of the StudyA study indicated increasing public awareness is one of the positive steps taken by health care authorities in most developed countries to aid pregnant women who are victims of intimate partner violence (IPV) (Oche, Adamu, Abubakar, Aliyu, & Dogondaji, 2020). A similar study suggests that public health organizations have a critical role to pla...

Published December 18, 2024, by R. Adu

Research Problem

ASSESSMENT OF EFFECTS OF INTIMATE PARTNER VIOLENCE ON PREGNANT WOMEN AT ST THERESA'S HOSPITAL NKORANZA BONO EAST REGION

It concluded that the majority of pregnant women have experienced intimate partner violence in various forms, including physical, verbal, sexual, and emotional.

Published December 18, 2024, by R. Adu, W. Ossom

Research Problem

ADHERENCE TO ANTI-HYPERTENSIVE MEDICATIONS AMONG ADULT MEN IN A SELECTED HOSPITAL IN THE NORTH EAST REGION, GHANA

INTRODUCTIONBackgroundSeveral studies reported that, adherence to prescribing drugs refers to how closely a patient follows the timing, dosage, frequency, and other instructions from a doctor or other healthcare provider when taking at least 80% of the medications that they have been prescribed (Bazargan et al., 2017; Hurtado-Navarro et al., 2018; Pilon et al., 201...

Published December 17, 2024, by W. Ossom, R. Adu

Rationale / Hypothesis

ADHERENCE TO ANTI-HYPERTENSIVE MEDICATIONS AMONG ADULT MEN IN A SELECTED HOSPITAL IN THE NORTH EAST REGION, GHANA

Rationale of the Study Adherence to anti-hypertensive medications among adult men in the Regions of Ghana is crucial for managing hypertension and preventing associated complications like stroke and heart disease (Adidja et al., 2018; Agbalenyoh, 2022; Okai et al., 2020). Clinical studies have indicated that non-adherence significantly weaken treatment efficacy, le...

Published December 16, 2024, by W. Ossom, R. Adu

Research Problem

SUCCESSION PLANNING AND NURSING LEADERSHIP AMONG NURSE MANAGERS IN THE VARIOUS HOSPITALS IN VOLTA REGION

In the 21st century, nurse managers must be dedicated to providing care that meets the established standards outlined by the Ghana Health Service (GHS).

Published December 3, 2024, by W. Ossom, R. Adu

Research Problem

EVALUATING ECLAMPSIA MANAGEMENT AMONG MIDWIVES AT SHIA OSUDOKU DISTRICT HOSPITAL.

It is concluded that individuals with eclampsia are at a high risk of developing aspiration pneumonia, severe anaemia and antepartum haemorrhage.

Published December 2, 2024, by J. Agyapong, R. Adu, W. Ossom

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