COVID-19 related multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C): A case series from Ethiopia

Background: One in hventy ofpeople qffected by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic have been children and adolescents. A unique complication in this age group is the Multi-inflammatory syndrome associated Il'ith COVID-19 (MS-C). We report a single-center case series ofchildren diagnosed with MS-Cfrom Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Case descriptions This case series describes the clinical presentation and treatment outcomes offour male patients presenting at a mean age of3 years and 11 months. Allfulfilled the World Health Organization case definition criteria for the Multi-inflammatomy syndrome associated 'Vith COVID-19. All "'ere not eligible for vaccinations against severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS CoV-2) at the time oftheir diagnosis. They were treated with varying combinations of intravenous immunoglobulin, aspirin, and corticosteroids, and all recovered upon completion oftheirfollow-up period. Conclusion: Cases of Multi-inflammatomy syndrome associated with COVID-19 are often misdiagnosed. This case series highlights when to consider such a diagnosis and its therapeutic options

Modern contraceptive use among married women: the case of Aleta Chuko district, Southern Ethiopia

Background:Family planning is one of the factors which have a great role in the reduction of global poverty by positively contributing to socio-economic development. Additionally controlling both the number and timing of births through utilization of contraception isassociated with improved maternal and neonatal health outcomes. The aim of the study was to assess utilization of modern contraception among married women. Methods:A community based cross-sectional study with quantitative and qualitative study methods was conducted from February 15 toMarch 15, 2016 in Aleta Chuko district, Southern Ethiopia.Multistage cluster sampling procedure was used to select a total of 364 married womenof reproductive age(18-49).Descriptive statistics, Bivariate and multivariate logistic regression analyses were performed using SPSS version 20.0. On the other hand, qualitativedata were analyzed thematically and the result was presented innarration.Results:Contraceptive prevalence rate among married women in Aleta Chuko district was 45.5%. Results of Multiple Binary Logistic Regression revealed that residence, educational level of the respondents, discussion about modern contraceptives with husband, partner’s approval of modern contraceptive use and joint decision on the number of children were significantly associated with modern contraceptive use.Conclusions:Therefore, district health office and concerned stakeholders should focus on couples to encourage girl’s education, communication between couples, and male involvement for family planning.