Mentorship on malaria microscopy diagnostic service in Ethiopia: baseline competency of microscopists and performance of health facilities

Mentorship on malaria microscopy diagnostic service in Ethiopia: baseline competency of microscopists and performance of health facilities

Abstract Background In Ethiopia, malaria cases are declining as a result of proven interventions, and in 2017 the country launched a malaria elimination strategy in targeted settings. Accurate malaria diagnosis and prompt treatment are the key components of the strategy to prevent morbidity and stop...

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Main Authors: Bokretsion Gidey, Desalegn Nega, Adugna Abera, Abnet Abebe, Sindew Mekasha, Geremew Tasew, Mebrahtom Haile, Dereje Dillu, Degu Mehari, Ashenafi Assefa, Wondimeneh Liknew, Abeba G/Tsadik, Hussien Mohammed, Ermias Woldie, Tsegaye Getachew, Desalegn Ararso, Dereje Yenealem, Adisu Kebede, Kebede Etana, Gizachew Kedida, Hiwot Solomon, Getachew Tollera, Adugna Woyessa, Ebba Abate
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-02-01
Series:Malaria Journal
Subjects:
External quality assurance
Mentorship
Malaria microscopy
Re-checking
Competency
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12936-021-03655-9

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