cultural influences

Exploring Noncompliance & Alternative Practices in Breastfeeding: Implication for Infants Health and Development

Nery, Vemarie V., Jariol, Eden C., Maglajos, Mary Joy C., Abordo, Ian C. & Sumugat, Donna Belle · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2024

Background and Aim: This study investigated the impact of breastfeeding on infant growth and development in Santiago, Iligan City, examining the breastfeeding experiences of mothers who were non-compliant with breastfeeding. Design: We employed a descriptive case study to examine...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2024/v22i121132

Knowledge and Practice of Menstrual Hygiene Management: A Cross-sectional Study among Adolescents’ Schoolgirls in the Tamale Metropolis

Abdul-Samed Mohammed, Francis Kronzu Cudjoe, Gifty Mary Wuffele, Ibrahim Issah & Abubakar Iddrisu Iklimah · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2024

Introduction: Menstrual health is a critical aspect of adolescent well-being, yet knowledge and practices surrounding menstruation can vary significantly, especially in culturally diverse settings. Despite its undeniable significance, the nuanced landscape of adolescent menstrual...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2024/v22i101105