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Isaac Ayirebi, Akosua Acheampomaah Ansah, Anabel Brown, Constance Amponsah, Emmanuel Dartey, and Akua Amponsah Osei. "Re-Engineering Access to Specialty Care through the Adoption of Mobile Health Technologies in Obstetric Care in Rural Ghana." Dinkum Journal of Medical Innovations 3, no. 12 (2024): 793. https://doi.org/10.71017/djmi.3.12.d-0351.

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Access to Specialty Care for Obstetric patients in Sunyani Municipality is a challenge. Obstetric care needs special attention and access should not be limited to only Obstetric patient who resides close to a health facility with Specialty Care because adverse maternal health care can lead to mortality and all Obstetric patients should have unlimited access to Specialty Care. This study assessed the prospect of using mobile health technologies in supporting access to Specialty Care in Obstetric care in Sunyani Municipality. A descriptive cross-sectional, community-based study was conducted among Obstetric patients in Sunyani Municipality. Requisite retrospective data was gathered to describe Obstetric care distribution in Sunyani Municipality. A sample size of 282 Obstetric clients was recruited for the study. Respondents’ answered questions on perception on awareness of mobile health technologies, level of satisfaction of usage of mobile health technologies, challenges of the current methods of accessing Specialty care and effect of proximity of healthcare facilities to client’s location. Logistic regression analysis of awareness of Mobile Health Technologies and Frequency of Access to Specialty Care showed that the Odds of Obstetric clients who access Specialty care many times in a month to be aware of mobile health technologies has 5.833 odds more, compared to Obstetric clients who access specialty care once a month (P-value of 0.054 within a confidence interval of 0.803 to 24.285) is however statistically not significant. All Health facilities with Specialty Care are located in Sunyani central thus all Obstetric clients who require Specialty Care have to travel to Sunyani Municipality. Time spent traveling and waiting to see a Specialist is a disincentive to Obstetric clients. On average Obstetric Clients in Sunyani Municipality spend 2 hours traveling to seek Specialty Care and also spend 2 hours waiting in queue to access the Specialist. The time constraint discourages Obstetric clients anytime they are referred to seek Specialty Care. Adopting mobile health technologies in Sunyani Municipality will ameliorate the quality of health services and help save the lives of pregnant women in Sunyani Municipality which is in line with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG), Goal 3.

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Osei, Jeff Dacosta, Peter Damoah-Afari, Lily Lisa Yevugah, Caleb Mensah, and Nana Agyemang Prempeh. "Impact of land use and land cover dynamics on urban heat island in the Sunyani Municipality using satellite remote sensing." Journal of the Ghana Institution of Engineering (JGhIE) 23, no. 2 (2023): 6–16. http://dx.doi.org/10.56049/jghie.v23i2.61.

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The rapid urbanization coupled with tremendous growth in population and built-up areas in the cities has led to issues associated with global climate change impacts such as urban heat islands. This study is concerned with the spatial impact of the dynamics of urbanisation on urban heat island (UHI) in the Sunyani Municipality using Satellite Remote Sensing techniques. Sunyani municipal is a growing area in Ghana with increasing population and urbanisation. Many people in Ghana are moving to settle in Sunyani for different purposes. In this process, vegetated areas have been converted to urban areas and this has led to a reduction in the vegetation cover and increased the urban temperature in the municipality. Therefore, there is a need for a study on how the dynamics in the land use and land cover (LULC) in the municipal are contributing to urban heat. The main aim of this research is to identify the impact of LULC dynamics on UHI using multi-temporal Landsat images from 2001 to 2021 with a 5-year epoch in the Sunyani Municipal. Landsat images acquired over Sunyani and its environs for the period from 2001 to 2021 with a 5-year epoch, were download freely from the USGS Earth Explorer website. These images were pre-processed in QGIS 3.16 using the Semi-automatic classification plugin (SCP). The pre-processed images were classified using the Random Forest (RF) algorithm. The supervised classification was done using the semi-automatic classification plugin in QGIS 3.16. This study considered two (2) classes (urban and vegetation). The thermal infrared bands of the Landsat images were used to compute the land surface temperature (LST) for each year, starting from 2001 up to 2021, at a 5-year interval. The standard deviation and mean LST were extracted and used to extract all the UHIs in the municipality. Regression analyses were used to determine the impact of LULC dynamics on LST and UHIs in the Sunyani Municipality. The analysis yielded a strong impact with an R-squared value of 75% and 77% for UHI and LST respectively. The vegetated covers yielded a strong negative correlation with UHIs while Urbanisation yielded a strong positive correlation with the intensity of UHIs. On the other hand, Vegetation reduced the intensity of UHIs in the municipality. This gives a clear understanding of how dynamics in urbanisation and vegetation are affecting UHIs in the Sunyani Municipality. A Linear model was developed for LULC dynamics, LST and UHIs in the Sunyani municipality. It was concluded that LULC dynamics have a strong impact on UHI. It is recommended that the environmental Agencies in the Municipality should ensure the protection of the vegetated areas as well as improve the green areas in the Municipality to minimize urban heat.

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Akoto, S. D. "Market Survey of Non-Timber Forest Products in the Sunyani Municipality." Journal of Energy and Natural Resource Management 3, no. 2 (2018): 44–53. http://dx.doi.org/10.26796/jenrm.v3i2.58.

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This study sought to: (1) identify the types and sources of Non-Timber Forest Products (NTFPs) traded; (2) find the frequencyof the NTFPs trade and (3) identify the challenges in NTFPs trading in the Sunyani Municipality. The survey was carried outfrom February, 2014 to April, 2014 mainly at the Sunyani Central and Nana Bosoma Markets in the Sunyani Municipality. Thetarget population comprised NTFPs collectors (gatherers), sellers and consumers. Respondents were purposively sampled. Atotal of 100 respondents were engaged in this study. The NTFPs were grouped into six categories namely; food, medicine,building materials, packaging materials, artefacts and domestic utensils. Key informants’ interviews were also conducted atthe Sunyani Forest Services Division to triangulate the data already gathered. Statistical Package for Social Sciences was usedto analyze the data obtained. The study demonstrated that domestic utensils (37%), food (33%), medicinal products (12%),packaging materials (9%), artefacts (6%) and building materials (3%) were the types of NTFPs traded in the two market centers.The results also showed that majority of the respondents (77%) harvest their NTFPs from forest lands as against 23% whoharvest from communal lands. A significant proportion of the respondents (52%) traded in above 40 kg of NTFPs and only 4%were seen trading in 10 kg of NTFPs. The study further highlighted that food (28%) and domestic utensils (26%) were regularlybrought to the market centers on weekly basis whilst significant proportions of medicinal products (9%), building materials(3%) and artefacts (4%) were brought to the market venues on monthly basis. Cumbersome permit procedure (40%), increasedmarket demand (15%) and financial constraints (20%) were identified as some of the challenges encountered in NTFPs tradingin the Sunyani Municipality. To ensure strict monitoring and sustainability of the resource, there is the need for sensitizationprogramme on the importance of NTFPs in rural livelihood and why their conservation is vital in meeting the needs of thepresent generation whilst not undermining their potential in supplying the needs of future generations.

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Damptey, Frederick Gyasi, Nana Yeboaa Opuni-Frimpong, Abdul Wahid Arimiyaw, et al. "Citizen Science Approach for Assessing the Biodiversity and Ecosystem Service Potential of Urban Green Spaces in Ghana." Land 11, no. 10 (2022): 1774. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/land11101774.

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Urban green spaces are linked to good human health and well-being, sustainable cities and communities, climate action, life on land and under water, as well as offering a platform for quality nature-based education. Their efficient management will no doubt be necessary if strides are to be made in efforts to protect biodiversity and enhance ecosystem service delivery in urban areas. This will, in part, require building the capacity of community members as citizen scientists to take up conservation roles. This study explored the levels of biodiversity and the proxy-based ecosystem service potential of urban green spaces in Sunyani, Ghana, using citizen science approaches. The green spaces accessed were the University of Energy and Natural Resources Wildlife Sanctuary and Arboretum, the Sunyani Parks and Gardens, the Sunyani Residency Park, and the Sunyani Senior High School Woodlot. The different levels of biodiversity (trees, arthropods) and ecosystem services were observed for the five green spaces assessed, with a significant relationship observed between arthropod communities and vegetation variables. Our results showed that citizen scientists perceived urban green spaces to supply more significant provisioning and regulating services than any other ecosystem services, even though they were highly dissatisfied with how green spaces are managed. The children’s perception of the composition of nature was slightly narrow, as they largely centered on plants and animals only. Even so, their awareness of the value of nature was high, as were the threats of human activities to nature. Citizen science approaches could complement biodiversity studies in data-deficient regions; however, collected data may require additional verification and validation from experts for conclusive and better inferences.

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Amoabeng, Ivy Anima, Bernice Araba Otoo, Godfred Darko, and Lawrence Sheringham Borquaye. "Disposal of Unused and Expired Medicines within the Sunyani Municipality of Ghana: A Cross-Sectional Survey." Journal of Environmental and Public Health 2022 (May 26, 2022): 1–7. http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2022/6113346.

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The occurrence of pharmaceuticals in the environment is a global challenge. Pharmaceuticals such as antibiotics and analgesics have been reported in various environmental matrices at varying concentrations. The major disposal route for unused and expired pharmaceuticals in Ghana is throwing them into dustbins. Although there are laws on the proper disposal patterns of drugs, these laws are poorly implemented. Sunyani is a fast-growing community with several health facilities that dispense medications daily. The purchase and use of medications among households are also high. However, no data exist on the disposal patterns of pharmaceuticals within the Sunyani Municipality. This study aims to identify the disposal patterns for unused and expired medications by households and pharmacies within the Sunyani Municipality, Ghana. A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 400 persons in homes and 35 persons from randomly selected pharmacies and over-the-counter medication shops (OTCMs) within the Sunyani Municipality. A face-to-face interview approach using structured questionnaires for each respondent was employed. Household respondents disposed of unused and expired medications mainly through dumping in garbage cans (70.8%), incineration (11.5%), and flushing down the sink (9%). Pharmaceutical shop respondents also disposed of unused and expired medications into dump cans, by incineration, through the Food and Drugs Authority of Ghana, and took back to pharmaceutical wholesalers. Disposal practices observed in this study by households and pharmacy respondents were largely inappropriate. This could be due to the lack of education on the proper disposal patterns available to these respondents. It is recommended that guidelines on safe disposal be put in place, and a structured procedure for collecting unused and expired pharmaceuticals should be introduced.

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Vordoagu, J. J., and C. A. Adams. "Improvement in Compaction Characteristics of Lateritic Gravel Soils Stabilised with Locust Bean Pod Extract." AFRICAN JOURNAL OF APPLIED RESEARCH 10, no. 2 (2025): 537–68. https://doi.org/10.26437/ajar.v10i2.843.

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Purpose: The compaction properties of chemically stabilised weak or marginal sub-grade soils were investigated using locust bean pod extract (LBPE) derived from soaked locust bean pods (LBP). Design/Methodology/Approach: An experimental approach was employed. The extract was created by pounding and soaking the locust bean pods for varying durations, ranging from 1 day to 28 days. Soil samples for the research were collected from three different sources: Agyei Ano South and behind the AVIC laboratory of Sunyani Technical University, both located in the Sunyani East Municipality and Fiapre in the Sunyani West Municipality. The tests were conducted at the geotechnical engineering laboratory (AVIC lab) of Sunyani Technical University (STU) in the Bono Region of Ghana. Chemical and elemental analyses were carried out. Findings: The experimental findings indicate that the locust bean pod extract generally raises the Maximum Dry Density (MDD) and reduces the Optimum Moisture Content (OMC). In comparison, the control specimen recorded 1.97g/cm3 and 13.10% for MDD and OMC, respectively. The soil's dry density increases with the extract's rising concentration. Concentrations of 50g/l and 100g/l of extract notably increased the MDD of the stabilised soil compared to the control. Research Limitation: Soil samples were collected from three locations, so the findings cannot be generalised. Practical Implication: This research can enhance eco-friendly soil stabilisation methods, consequently reducing carbon footprints. Social Implication: This study will assist road construction industry policymakers in finding sustainable ways of improving the compaction characteristics of lateritic gravel soils using a biopolymer such as a locust bean pod extract. Originality/ Value: This study is grounded in cost reduction and sustainability in road construction, specifically in resource use and earth movement reduction.

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NSOWAH, Johnson, and Maxwell Agabu PHIRI. "Effect of Outsourcing Strategies on the Operational Performance of Small and Medium Scale Enterprises in Ghana." International Journal of Environmental, Sustainability, and Social Science 4, no. 3 (2023): 907–13. http://dx.doi.org/10.38142/ijesss.v4i3.439.

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The study examined the effect of outsourcing on the operational performance of small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Using questionnaires, a descriptive research design was employed with a sample size of 68 SMEs in Sunyani Municipality. The data analysis was based on a mean score and standard deviation using SPSS. The nature of outsourcing recorded in the study was the SMEs outsourcing some of their activities (mean score = 4.47, SD = 0.47), the practice affecting all areas of their operations (mean score = 4.24, SD = 0.47), and specifically internal operations (mean score = 4.17, SD = 0.55). The reasons SMEs in Sunyani practice outsourcing are to free up the company's resources to focus on its core competencies (mean score = 4.41, SD = 0.37), improve its competitive position (mean score = 4.26, SD = 0.41), avoid labour issues (mean score = 4.11, SD = 0.43), reduce cost (mean score = 3.82, SD = 0.52), reduce the risk associated with in-house production (mean score = 3.80, SD = 0.54), and increase efficiency (mean score = 3.75, SD = 0.60). The effects of outsourcing on operations and service delivery are reduced through superior provider performance, and the provider's lower cost structure (mean score = 4.21, SD = 0.43) and existing skills are commercially exploited (mean score = 4.18, SD = 0.47). Therefore, SMEs in Sunyani are encouraged to continue with their outsourcing practices. However, further study is recommended on the factors and challenges affecting outsourcing among Ghanaian companies.

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Ameyaw, Mabel. "Financial Literacy and Financial Inclusion for Small-Scale Enterprises in Sunyani Municipality in the Brong -Ahafo Region of Ghana." International Journal of Business and Management Review 10, no. 8 (2022): 62–75. http://dx.doi.org/10.37745/ijbmr.2013/vol10n86275.

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This study sought to examine the relationship between financial literacy and financial inclusion among owners/managers of SSEs in the Sunyani Municipality. Primarily, the research examined the financial literacy level, the extent of financial inclusion, and the relationship between financial literacy and financial inclusion for SSEs in Sunyani Municipality, which was necessary for their business. The study’s objective employed primary data and used a mixed method approach as well as a descriptive design survey design to randomly sample 230 owners/managers from five categories of SSEs in the Sunyani Municipality. The findings revealed that managers with high financial literacy were more likely to have sound judgment about financial issues, make the right decision among financial alternatives, and have sound personal finance practices. In addition, it was found that the extent of financial inclusion depended mainly on SSEs’ knowledge levels of financial products/services. The positive outcomes of being financially literate and financially inclusive were driven by behaviour such as planning expenditures and building up a financial safety net. Since financial literacy is necessary for business financial inclusiveness, it was recommended to SSEs strive for financial knowledge to enable them to make good financial decisions and aid their financial inclusiveness. Again, any policy that aims at the growth and development of SSEs with adequate training and education to help increase their financial status which will affect their financial inclusion.

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Kwami, Prince, Emmanuel Yoofi, and Andrews Ohene Akper. "Using Revised Simplex Modelling to Determine the Optimal Loan Portfolio." Journal of Statistics and Mathematical Concepts 1, no. 1 (2023): 37–54. http://dx.doi.org/10.58425/jsmc.v1i1.125.

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Purpose: The main aim of this study is to develop Linear Programming (LP) model to help ADB, Sunyani branch in the Brong Ahafo Region to allocate their funds to prospective loan seekers in order to maximize profits. Methodology: To achieve this aim, a secondary data were extracted from the annual reports and financial statements of the bank. Based on these empirical data, LP model was formulated. A LP Solver based on Revised Simplex Algorithm (a computerized software application) was used to solve the problem. Findings: The results from the model showed that ADB, Sunyani branch would be making annual profit of GH¢ 476732.00 on loans alone as against GH¢ 190693.00 in 2011 if they stick to the model. Recommendation: From the study, it was realized that the Scientific method used to develop the proposed model can have a significant increase in the Bank’s profit margin if put into use.

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Wanyor, Kwadwo, and Thomas D. Morkla. "Sunyani’s Flood Risk Landscape: An In-Depth Examination." American Journal of Environment and Climate 3, no. 1 (2023): 11–16. http://dx.doi.org/10.54536/ajec.v3i1.2223.

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Disaster is the only event that can set back most goals achieved in decades in just an event. The ability to cope with the onset and aftermath of flood disasters poses a great challenge for municipal administrators around the world. Sunyani Municipality is vulnerable to flood disasters because of its growing population, dependency on climate for livelihoods, low-income levels, non-existence of insurance policies, weak government institutions, and inadequate funds to manage the municipality. Sunyani Municipality lacks a flood risk management plan to deal with mitigating the hazard, managing it when it occurs and restoring normalcy after the event. Flood-prone map was generated using digital elevation, hydrological datasets, land use maps of Sunyani coupled with flood models which were informed by the land use and Spatial Planning Unit regulation. A questionnaire was used to ascertain information from persons leaving within the flood-prone area. A total of one hundred and fifty (150) respondents. Major hazards Identified are climate hydrological (Riverine and urban flooding). The spatial location of the riverine flood is along the major rivers in the municipality. The other type of flood in the municipality is the urban/flash floods. Although, the areas experiencing the flash floods are built-up or residential areas, field visits indicated that most of the residential buildings are currently sitting in a flow accumulation path, which impedes the movement of rainwater after downpours. As such, the easy spillage of water into houses and shops. The flooding of some of the municipality’s major routes will affect economic activities.

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Nasage, Dr Nestor Naabulee, Dr Kwasi Addai Donkoh, Paul Yeboah, and Seidu Yonye. "Assessing Consumer Perception of Effective Health Service Delivery: A Study of The Perspectives of Users of Diocesan Health Services in Sunyani." IOSR Journal of Business and Management 26, no. 9 (2024): 52–61. http://dx.doi.org/10.9790/487x-2609065261.

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Background: The standard of the healthcare provided predicts a population's health. The purpose of this study is to comprehend how consumers perceive the effective management and provision of health services at the Diocesan Health Services in Sunyani, Ghana. Materials and Methods: The study used a mixed methodology in which both quantitative and qualitative data were utilized. Semi-structured interviews and a questionnaire were used to collect the data. The nested case study design approach was used for this investigation. The study was carried out in a few chosen facilities of Diocesan Health Services Sunyani. The sample included 331 people from the facilities. Respondents’ data were subjected to descriptive and inferential data analysis. Results: The findings revealed focused primary healthcare delivery, good management and leadership, community engagement, and integration of traditional and complementary medicine into the national health systems as quality healthcare. Conclusion: Users view increased accessibility, acceptability, availability, and good service outcomes as quality health service planning and delivery.

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Wanyor, Kwadwo, and Thomas D. Morkla. "Navigating Climate Challenges: A Comprehensive Assessment of Climate Change Impact and Preparedness in Sunyani Municipal." American Journal of Environment and Climate 3, no. 1 (2024): 39–44. http://dx.doi.org/10.54536/ajec.v3i1.2422.

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This study intends to analyze climate change impact and readiness in the Sunyani Municipality, with an emphasis on land cover changes, climate mitigation activities, and disaster risk mapping. Land cover mapping using satellite photos from 1990 to 2020 shows a significant conversion of rural lands into agricultural and urban regions, with 62% of agricultural lands being repurposed for physical development. Climate change prevention initiatives by key organizations, such as NADMO and GNFS, are praiseworthy, but they confront problems such as limited resources. The Vulnerability Theory is used to identify the linked components that influence sensitivity to climate change impacts. Disaster risk mapping identifies flood-prone areas, putting 7,695 buildings and critical facilities at risk, underlining the importance of strong emergency response strategies. The report suggests improved spatial planning, regular reviews of development in flood-prone areas, and stakeholder collaboration to achieve full climate resilience. Finally, the findings emphasize the importance of proactive steps in moving Sunyani Municipality toward a more resilient and climate-ready future.

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Nti, Isaac Kofi, James Adu Ansere, and Albert Appiah. "Investigating ATM Frauds In Sunyani Municipality: Customer’s Perspective." International Journal of Science and Engineering Applications 6, no. 2 (2017): 59–65. http://dx.doi.org/10.7753/ijsea0602.1006.

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Adum-Kyeremeh, Kwame, Ebenezer Ayesu, and Juliet Oppong-Boateng. "The Sunyani-Domase (Ghana) Chieftaincy Dispute in Retrospect." Journal of Asian and African Studies 54, no. 1 (2018): 38–51. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0021909618794986.

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This paper interrogates the historical background to the diarchy system of rule in the Odomase traditional area in the Brong-Ahafo Region of Ghana. Relying on archival documents complemented by interviews, the research reveals that unlike chieftaincy forms in other traditional Ghanaian societies, the people of Odomase have a completely different practice in electing chiefs. The two royal houses have the endorsement of central government to elect two candidates to be installed concurrently as chiefs for the traditional area. The authors argue that the dual chieftaincy arrangement in Odomase, despite its seeming challenges, is the best solution to address the intractable conflict in the traditional polity of the area.

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Asagadunga, Pius, Michael Addaney, David Anaafo, Jonas Ayaribilla Akudugu, Desmond Ayee, and Freda Adutwumwaa Abebrese. "Managing Urban Waterbodies and Wetlands in Sunyani, Ghana." International Review for Spatial Planning and Sustainable Development 13, no. 2 (2025): 160–78. https://doi.org/10.14246/irspsd.13.2_160.

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Mensah, Emmanuel Angmorteh, and Francis Anto. "Individual and Community Factors Associated with Household Insecticide-Treated Bednet Usage in the Sunyani West District of Ghana Two Years after Mass Distribution." Journal of Environmental and Public Health 2020 (September 24, 2020): 1–7. http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2020/7054383.

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Purpose. In the year 2015, the Ghana Health Service launched a free mass insecticide-treated net (ITN) distribution campaign in the Sunyani West district of Ghana with the aim of improving household ownership to increase usage. This study determined the level of ownership and usage of ITNs and associated factors among households in the Sunyani West district two years after the mass distribution campaign. Methods. Study participants were identified using the systematic approach in all five subdistricts of the Sunyani West district and interviewed, and data were collected on household ITN ownership. Data were also collected on the source of the ITN and whether the respondent slept under an ITN the previous night. Data on individual and community factors associated with ITN ownership and usage were also collected. Pearson chi-square tests and logistic regression were performed to determine factors significantly associated with ITN ownership and usage. Results. The level of ITN ownership was 78.93% and usage was 55.93%. Most of the participants (73.62%) received their nets during the 2015 mass distribution campaign, 39 (11.96%) received their ITNs during antenatal care visits, whilst 27 (8.28%) bought the nets from the store. People who experience irritation (χ2 = 23.32; p < 0.001) and respondents who did not perceive themselves as likely to be beaten by mosquitoes or get malaria (χ2 = 26.61; p < 0.001) were less likely to use ITNs. Respondents who used other malaria/mosquito bite prevention methods were also less likely to use the ITNs (χ2 = 206.26; p = 0.001), but individuals who received free nets were likely to use them. Conclusion. ITN ownership was high, but usage was low and far below the national target. Intense health education emphasizing the fact that everybody is susceptible to malaria may help improve usage.

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Deri Mildred Nuong, Neethiahnanthan ARI RAGAVAN, Perpetual Zaazie, Augustine Niber, and David Anandene. "Green Practices Among Hotels in the Sunyani Municipality of Ghana." Journal of Business and Environmental Management 1, no. 1 (2023): 1–22. http://dx.doi.org/10.59075/jbem.v1i1.147.

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Greening in the hospitality sector are becoming more popular on a global scale. Going green have drawn the attention of both individuals and companies in recent times. Businesses, including hotels, are being urged to take accountability for their part in the environment's decline. This study sought to ascertain the degree to which hotels in the Sunyani Municipality had adopted sustainable initiatives. Data from forty (40) hotel managers in the Sunyani Municipality were gathered quantitatively using a simple random sampling and stratified procedure. In these surveyed hotels, the adoption of green practices is not governed by any policies, according to the findings. The element influencing the hotels to adopt and implement green initiatives was customer demand. Of all the green practises, managing liquid waste was the most often used. According to the study's findings, most hotels in the municipality contribute less to reducing the harmful effects on the environment. The implications are that there is the need for green management training which would help strengthen hotel employees’ sustainability practices.

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Gyeduaah, C., A. Sekyere, and P. Kyei. "Solid Waste Management Practices in the Food Service Industry: Focus in Ghana's Culinary Landscape." AFRICAN JOURNAL OF APPLIED RESEARCH 11, no. 2 (2025): 1–21. https://doi.org/10.26437/ajar.v11i2.945.

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Purpose: This study investigates waste management practices in restaurants in the Sunyani Municipality in Ghana. The objectives of the study are to classify the types of solid waste generated by restaurants and assess the readiness of restaurants to adopt waste reduction, reuse, and recycling practices. Design/Methodology/Approach: The study employed a descriptive cross-sectional approach with a sample of 331 restaurants. Simple random sampling was used to select the sample size. Structured questionnaires and observations were used. Descriptive statistics were employed in the review of the data to address the research questions formulated to direct the study. Specifically, percentages, frequencies, means, and standard deviations were used to analyse the questionnaire items. Findings: The findings reveal diverse waste types: liquid, solid, and gaseous generated by restaurants. The study's findings reveal that waste management in the food service industry within the Sunyani Municipality is highly influenced by restaurant size and operational capacity. Larger restaurants tend to adopt more sustainable practices, such as portion control and waste minimisation, due to the financial and operational incentives available to them. However, many restaurants have yet to adopt paperless technologies for waste reduction. The readiness of smaller restaurants to engage in waste reduction and recycling efforts is still constrained by limited resources and logistical challenges. Research Limitation: The study’s reliance on self-reported data from restaurant managers and staff through questionnaires. Practical Implication: The study's findings offer actionable strategies for improving waste management within the restaurant industry. Social Implication: The study emphasises how efficient waste management in the restaurant business may have a positive impact on public health. Originality/Value: This study addresses knowledge gaps in current waste management by exploring the factors that both promote and hinder sustainability in Ghana's food service industry, specifically focusing on waste management practices in Sunyani restaurants. It offers new insights into the readiness to reduce, reuse and recycle solid waste, an area that has not been extensively researched.

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Yeboah-Asiamah Asare, Bernard, and Mercy Mawufenya Ackumey. "Awareness and knowledge about prostate cancer among male teachers in the Sunyani Municipality, Ghana." African Health Sciences 21, no. 2 (2021): 655–62. http://dx.doi.org/10.4314/ahs.v21i2.22.

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Objective: The study was aimed at assessing the awareness and knowledge of prostate cancer (PC) among male teachers in the Sunyani municipality of Ghana. Methods: This was a cross-sectional study conducted using a structured questionnaire to collect data from 160 male teach- ers aged 45 years or more, randomly selected from public elementary and high schools in the Sunyani Municipality. Pearson’s Chi square and Fishers exact tests were used to examine the association between socio-demographic characteristics and knowledge of PC. Results: On average, respondents were aged 50±3.95 years. There was a universal awareness of PC. Most of the respond- ents could identify at least one signs and symptoms of PC (88.1%), risk factors of PC (78.8%), and indicated that PC could be treated through surgery (70.6 %), but only 37.5% of respondents knew about screening tests for PC. The study found 57.5% of them had adequate knowledge about PC. Socio-demographics characteristics were not associated with knowledge about PC. Main sources of information were the television (68%) and radio (57 %). Conclusion: The outcomes of the study suggest the need for general educational campaigns with emphasis on modalities for the screening of PC using the appropriate media channels for accessibility. Keywords: Prostate cancer; awareness; knowledge; male teachers; Ghana.

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Adoma, Prince, Cecilia Yeboah Snr, Bismark Nantomah, Emmanuel Manu, and Mawuli Kushitor. "Experiences of care-seeking behaviour for sexually transmitted infections among gay and bisexual men: A phenomenological study." African Journal of Reproductive Health 27, no. 7 (2023): 64–75. http://dx.doi.org/10.29063/ajrh2023/v27i7.7.

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Gay and bisexual men (GBM) are stigmatized in the Ghanaian society and that negatively affect their care-seeking behaviour. We sought to understand the experiences of care-seeking behaviour (CSB) for STIs among gay and bisexual men in Sunyani, capital of Bono Region, Ghana. A respondent-driven sampling was used to collect data from 17 gay and bisexual men in Sunyani based on phenomenological qualitative approach. The data were thematically analysed using the Atlas.ti software. Results were presented under various themes with appropriate accompanying excerpts. Two broad themes emerged from the data - personal and health system experiences of treating STIs. Personal experiences such as economic conditions, knowledge on STI, marital experiences and bisexual’s partner awareness of sexual orientation had influences on CSB. Experience with cost of treatment, stigmatisation by health care workers (HCW) and perceived quality healthcare were the health system factors found to influence CSB. To help improve STIs care-seeking behaviour, government need to encourage and economically empower GBM, while at the same time, improving their knowledge on STI prevention and control. The National Health Authority should intensify and monitor the implementation of the national health insurance at the private healthcare sectors without favour and discrimination for gay and bisexual men.

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Nimo-Boakye, A., and S. Badu-Nuamah. "THE IMPACT OF GENTRIFICATION ON SUNYANI MUNICIPALITY DEVELOPMENT IN GHANA." AFRICAN JOURNAL OF APPLIED RESEARCH 8, no. 1 (2022): 340–50. http://dx.doi.org/10.26437/ajar.03.2022.22.

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Purpose: The purpose of this study was to investigate the impact of gentrification on Sunyani municipality development. The objectives are to identify the benefits of gentrification and the challenges. Design/Methodology/ Approach: The research adopted a case study approach. The population was 200 buildings. This research made use of 1the non-probability sampling method to sample 41 respondents. The main instrument used for data gathering was the use of the questionnaire. The data was analysed using descriptive statistics that involved the use of mean scores and standard deviation with the aid of the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS, version 24). Findings: Gentrification results in residential mobility and most of the buildings are redeveloped into commercial buildings to accommodate the financial institutions like the banks. 20-30 years period of ownership is being implemented by the developers in the area who engage in gentrification. The benefits are the creation of employment and development of the Central Commercial Area. Some of the challenges that were identified included Increased Social Vices; Land disputes among family members and Destruction of Community Bond. Research Limitation/Implication: The study focused on traditional buildings in the study area. Practical Implication: Planners who seek to avoid large-scale gentrification, or at least seek to further “development without displacement” and to maintain some minimum level of economic diversity in the nearby areas. Social Implication: There need to be mandatory inclusionary housing policies should be in place that requires developers to set aside a significant percentage of new housing units at affordable rents for lower-income tenants. Originality/ value: There has not been a study like this in the case study area and it has contributed to the existing body of knowledge by identifying 5 variables that bring benefits to gentrification.

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Kubi, Ebenezer, and Timothy Masuni Nagriwum. "Exploring the Investment Behaviour of Petty Traders in Sunyani Municipality." International Journal of Finance 9, no. 1 (2024): 65–88. http://dx.doi.org/10.47941/ijf.1681.

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Purpose: The primary goals of the study are to assess the level of awareness among small merchants in Sunyani Municipality regarding investment prospects, the sources of investment information, and the impact of demographic characteristics. Methodology: Questionnaires were employed in gathering data for the study, which was based on the quantitative research approach. Using Slovin's sample size computation, a sample size of 396 respondents was selected for the investigation. Findings: The results revealed that the majority of small traders were aware of prospective investment alternatives such as real estate, government bonds, bank deposits, life insurance, mutual funds, and stocks and shares. It was discovered that the traders had access to two information sources: the formal and informal sectors. The survey discovered that friends and family serve as the key informal sources of information. Regarding the formal sector, it is disclosed that radio and television served as their sources of investment-related information. Also, the degree of awareness regarding investment opportunities was influenced by gender, age, and household size. The findings indicate that among the investment avenues available to traders, gold and other minerals are not well-known by traders. Unique contributor to theory, policy and practice: Therefore, it is recommended that programs and talk shows are organized for people to be aware of these avenues. Policymakers should prioritize programs focused on enhancing the financial inclusion of petty traders by improving the accessibility of formal financial services such as savings accounts, credit facilities, and insurance products. The research findings could potentially aid in improving financial inclusion for small-scale traders, informing local government policies that support them, providing valuable market intelligence for businesses targeting this demographic, and contributing to academic knowledge in the fields of economics, finance, and development studies.

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Johnson, Nsowah, Augustine Anane, Samuel Kusi, and Francis Adomako. "The Role of Effective Inventory Management on the Operational Performance in the Health Sector of Sunyani in the Bono Region of Ghana." Asian Journal of Economics, Business and Accounting 25, no. 4 (2025): 138–55. https://doi.org/10.9734/ajeba/2025/v25i41740.

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The study assessed the role of effective inventory management on the operational performance in the health sector of Sunyani in the Bono Region of Ghana. The study used a survey design and a quantitative methodology. The study employed simple random sampling to select 124 managers and officers of procurement and operations for health facilities in the Bono Region of Ghana. Structured questionnaire was used as the main data collection tool to gather information from respondents. Both descriptive techniques and inferential analysis was used to analysed the data. The study revealed that the inventory management technique mostly practice by the Sunyani in the Bono Region of Ghana health sector is Strategic Supplier Partnership (SSP) (mean = 4.22; SD = 1.07). With all factors remaining constant, the study shows that a unit increased in VMI practice will bring about operational performance unit increase of 0.264. The study revealed that the biggest challenge facing the health sector was delays in drugs delivery resulting in inadequate inventories (mean = 4.39; SD = 1.31). This challenge was followed by bureaucratic process in procurement (mean = 4.33; SD = 1.34), inadequate funds for procurement (mean = 4.31: SD = 1.76), understocking/overstocking (mean = 4.24; SD = 1.60), and conflict of interest (mean = 4.23; SD = 1.65). The study recommends that the government together with the ministry of health should support the health sector with enough funds to prevent understocking of health products.

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Stephen, Owusu Sekyere, and Freda Kodua. "Factors Associated with Antenatal Care Service Utilization among Women with Children under Five Years in Sunyani Municipality, Ghana." International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development 5, no. 3 (2021): 679–84. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.4722101.

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Maternal and neonatal mortality remains a public health burden around the globe most especially in developing countries. A well utilized antenatal care (ANC) is however among the identified interventions to reduce this burden of maternal and neonatal mortality rates. A lot of factors therefore predispose, enable and cause mothers to identify the need to utilize this service (ANC).This study employed descriptive cross-sectional survey design. A semi-structured questionnaire consisting of demographic profile of the respondents, their knowledge about ANC services and the level of ANC utilization. Logistic regression analysis techniques and chi-square were used for the categorical variables to examine the associations between the dependent and independent variables. Data analysis was done using the Statistical Package for Social Science software (SPSS) version 22. Majority (87%) of postpartum mothers in the Sunyani municipality attended ANC at least once during their last pregnancy of which 95.6% had four or more visits and 77.1% initiated their ANC attendance within their first trimester. It was further observed that 97.3% of the mothers had good knowledge about ANC. Marital status and ANC knowledge were found to be significantly associated with ANC attendance.

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Kusi, Kwabena Antwi, Samuel Wiafe, and Patrick Akaribila Nsonini. "Groundwater Quality Assessment of Three Zonal Regions in the Sunyani Municipality." American Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences 13, no. 1 (2020): 21–26. http://dx.doi.org/10.3844/ajeassp.2020.21.26.

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Anaafo, David, Ricky Yao Nutsugbodo, Edna Agyepong, George Kwadwo Anane, Baffour Antoa Mensah, and Paul Domanban Bata. "Place making decisions among informal street food vendors in Sunyani, Ghana." Cities 154 (November 2024): 105328. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.cities.2024.105328.

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Uba, Felix, Eric Osei Esandoh, Donatus Zogho, and Eric Gyimah Anokye. "Physical and mechanical properties of locally cultivated tomatoes in Sunyani, Ghana." Scientific African 10 (November 2020): e00616. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.sciaf.2020.e00616.

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Asare, Bernard Yeboah-Asiamah, Diana Baafi, Bismark Dwumfour-Asare, and Abdul-Razak Adam. "Factors associated with adolescent pregnancy in the Sunyani Municipality of Ghana." International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences 10 (2019): 87–91. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ijans.2019.02.001.

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Matli, Walter, and Mark Quaye Affum. "Assessment of digital commercial banking in Nkoranman rural bank, Sunyani municipality." International Journal of Computing, Programming and Database Management 3, no. 2 (2022): 13–19. http://dx.doi.org/10.33545/27076636.2022.v3.i2a.59.

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Ben, Kumah David, Akuffo Kwadwo Owusu, Antwi-Adjei Konadu Ellen, Yiadom-Boakye Sylvia, Osae Appenteng Eugene, and Adaboh Hayford. "Ocular Conditions among School Children in the Sunyani Municipality in Ghana." Archives of Ophthalmology and Optometry 2, no. 1 (2019): 27–33. http://dx.doi.org/10.22259/2638-5120.0201004.

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Golly, M. K., E. T. Doku, A. S. Amponsah, et al. "Assessing Heavy Metal Contamination in Selected Farm Vegetables and Soils." AFRICAN JOURNAL OF APPLIED RESEARCH 10, no. 2 (2025): 603–26. https://doi.org/10.26437/ajar.v10i2.845.

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Purpose: The research sought to evaluate the heavy metal concentrations in frequently eaten vegetables within the Sunyani Municipality. Design/Methodology/Approach: Carrots, cabbage, lettuce, and garden eggs sourced from various farms have been analysed about the soils in which they are cultivated, utilising the absorption atomic spectrometer (AAS) technology. Findings: The amounts of iron (Fe), nickel (Ni), lead (Pb), arsenic (As), cadmium (Cd), zinc (Zn), and copper (Cu) in cultivation soil and vegetal samples significantly exceeded permitted limits established by WHO/FAO. The accumulation levels of metals recorded in the current study for the soil samples are ranked in descending order as follows: Fe>Mn>Cu>Zn>Pb>As>Cd>Ni. A similar pattern is noted in the diminishing concentrations of metals recorded for the vegetable samples. Research Limitation: The study is limited to selected farms within the Sunyani township, and findings may not reflect the full extent of contamination across other regions in Ghana. Expanding to different climatic or agricultural regions would improve generalisability. Practical Implication: The study may help public health authorities establish regular testing of market produce, ensuring compliance with WHO/FAO permissible limits for heavy metals. Social Implication: The research raises awareness of the long-term consequences of consuming contaminated food, promoting advocacy for food safety and environmental stewardship at the community level. Originality/ Value: The study’s inclusion of soil and vegetable analysis offers a comprehensive understanding of contamination pathways.

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Trina, Ofosu-Adarkwa. "THE IMPACT OF ROLE STRESS ON JOB PERFORMANCE IN THE BANKING SECTOR IN GHANA: A CASE STUDY OF SELECTED BANKS IN THE SUNYANI MUNICIPALITY." Journal of Research in Business, Economics and Management 11, no. 5 (2018): 2230–46. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.3952647.

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In today's world, stress has become a global phenomenon, manifested in different forms in every workplace worldwide. For this study, role stress and its influence on job performance in selected banks in the Sunyani Municipality was assessed. A descriptive survey was conducted to identify the factors responsible for role stress in banks, effects of role-related stress on job performance, and stress coping strategies employed by bank employees in Sunyani municipality. Both secondary and primary data was used to gather information for the study. Questionnaire was used to collect data from 140 workers of five selected banks. The study revealed that workload, long working hours, reporting early to work, and lack of regular stress management practices were identified as the major factors contributing to role stress to the bank workers as affirmed by majority of the respondents. Again, the study found that there is a negative impact of role stress on job performance. Those workers who had high level of job stress exhibited low job performance. The study observed that management of the bank did not have established measures of managing stress among workers as affirmed by majority (85%) of the respondents. The study recommends that since the role-related stress from long working hours and workload were high among workers; the management of banks should pay attention to solving the issues of inadequate resources and equipment’s in order to prevent stress among staff and also improve upon performance. 

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Barimah, Antwi Joseph, Mohammed Mohammed Ibrahim, Yaw Boakye Nketiah, et al. "SEXUAL RISK BEHAVIOURS AND STI RISK PERCEPTION AMONG SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS IN THE SUNYANI MUNICIPALITY OF GHANA." International Journal of Multidisciplinary Studies and Innovative Research 8, no. 8 (2022): 816–27. http://dx.doi.org/10.53075/ijmsirq87965439050.

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In the ideal world scenario risky sexual behaviours are rampant. The most worrying part is the fact that teenagers and the youth are the ones with a high predisposition to indulge in risky sexual behaviours. This study assessed the risky sexual behaviour and the STI Risk Perception among senior high school students within the Sunyani municipality. A descriptive cross-sectional study design was deployed in order to get a clear picture of the relationship between risky sexual behaviour and attendant STIs. The targeted population was 250 students of the Twene Amanfo Senior High Technical School (TASTECH) in Sunyani- Ghana. In order to reduce bias, a simple random sampling was used in recruiting the 250 participants. A structured questionnaire was employed in obtaining quantitative data from the students. Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS version 25) was used to analyze the quantitative data. The results indicated that, 110 students (44% of respondents) indulged in various forms of sexual risk behaviours. A greater majority of 147 (78.8%) had low STI risk perception which is very disheartening. Sexual risk behaviours such as early sexual initiation (OR 7.462, CI: 4.143 – 14.096), having multiple sexual partners (OR 43.669, CI: 20.825 – 91.573), non-condom use (OR 6.368, CI: 3.456 – 11.735) and the use of drugs (OR 15.523, CI: 8.226 – 29.292) were strongly associated with the likelihood of contracting sexually transmitted infections. The study, therefore, recommends that there should be a rigorous mass sensitization campaign across all Senior High schools in Ghana to create more awareness among young people on the dangers associated with indulging in risky sexual behaviours.

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Asamoah, Benjamin Darko, Paul Danyi, Bernice Araba Otoo, Daniel Adusu, and Bright Ankudze. "Contamination Status of Residential and Farmland Surface Soils Within the Sunyani Municipality of Ghana." Current World Environment 19, no. 1 (2024): 83–92. http://dx.doi.org/10.12944/cwe.19.1.8.

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Exposure to heavy metals poses serious human health and ecological threats, especially in developing countries where ecological risk assessment and remediation are often ignored. While many studies have reported heavy metal toxicities in rapidly urbanizing cities with increased anthropogenic activities, limited information exists on metal toxicities and their ecological risks in soils within the Sunyani Municipality. Top soils were sampled from residential and farmland surface soils and analyzed for the concentration and potential risks for nine heavy metals within Sunyani Municipality. Apart from As and Mn, the two study sites generally recorded elevated levels of all metals than the pristine soil samples from the University of Energy and Natural Resources botanical garden. Levels of chromium, copper, lead, and zinc were however marginally higher in residential surface soils than in the farmlands. The soil contamination factor and geoaccumulation index both revealed moderate As, Hg, and Mn contamination at the two study locations. Furthermore, the soil enrichment factor showed significant enrichment for arsenic and moderate enrichment for cadmium in residential soils, while the farmland soils revealed moderate enrichment of As, Hg, and Mn. The potential ecological risk indices also showed considerable risk at both study locations, while the pollution load index revealed higher cumulative pollution in residential areas (PLI = 0.48) compared to the farmland surface soil (PLI = 0.40). The study therefore recommends the regulation of human activities and the use of chemicals that are possible sources of metal contamination to maintain the metals’ baseline levels in the soil, and reduce their health and environmental impacts.

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Tetteh, Aaron Tettey, Abdul-Wadood Moomen, Lily Lisa Yevugah, and Albert Tengnibuor. "Geospatial approach to pluvial flood-risk and vulnerability assessment in Sunyani Municipality." Heliyon 10, no. 18 (2024): e38013. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e38013.

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Appiah, Paulina C., Kingsley Arhin-Wiredu, Michael R. Adjei, et al. "Stillbirths in Primary Level Hospitals in Sunyani, Ghana: A Retrospective Data Analysis." Asian Journal of Pregnancy and Childbirth 2, no. 1 (2020): 113–20. http://dx.doi.org/10.9734/ajpcb/2019/v2i119.

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Klenam, D. E. P., F. McBagonluri, T. K. Asumadu, E. D. Osei, and S. A. Osafo. "Emerging Advanced Materials, Properties for Biomedical Applications." Advances in Multidisciplinary and scientific Research Journal Publication 36 (June 30, 2023): 241–60. http://dx.doi.org/10.22624/aims/accrabespoke2023p22.

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1Academic Development Unit, Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment 2University of the Witwatersrand, 1 Jan Smuts Avenue, WITS 2001, Johannesburg, South Africa School of Chemical and Metallurgical Engineering, University of the Witwatersrand 1 Jan Smuts Avenue, WITS 2001, Johannesburg, South Africa 3Department of Materials Engineering, Sunyani Technical University, Sunyani, Ghana 4Department of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Ghana, Legon, Accra, Ghana 5Department of Mechanical Engineering, Academic City University College, Haatso, Accra, Ghana Corresponding Author’s Email: fred.mcbagonluri@acity.edu.gh This paper is a review of recent advances and developments of medically-applicable material systems. The review focuses on three functional clusters of biomedical material systems: synthetic (metals, polymers, ceramics, and composites); naturally derived (animal and plant derived); and semi-synthetic or hybrid materials. These clusters have found various applications in healthcare. The overview highlights significant opportunities and emerging advances for these clusters of biomaterials. This is to aid the development of next generation biocompatible and biodegradable materials for medical applications. This offers scientists, engineers, and technologists tremendous potential to advance know-how in new and improved drug delivery systems, tissue engineering, wound dressing, novel antimicrobial agents, and biosensors for lab-on chip diagnostics. The implications and areas for future research directions are further discussed. Keywords: Emerging Advanced Materials, Properties, Additive Manufacturing Route, Biomedical Implants and Devices Proceedings Citation Format 1Klenam, D.E.P., 2McBagonluri, F., 3Asumadu, T.K., 4Osei, E.D., & 5Osafo, S.A. (2023): Emerging Advanced Materials, Properties and the Additive Manufacturing Route for Biomedical Implants and Devices. Proceedings of the 36th iSTEAMS Accra Bespoke Multidisciplinary Innovations Conference. University of Ghana/Academic City University College, Accra, Ghana. 31st May – 2nd June, 2023. Pp 241-260. https://www.isteams.net/ghanabespoke2023. dx.doi.org/10.22624/AIMS/ACCRABESPOKE2023P22

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Egote AK, Awuah E, Cardinal N, and Egote AC. "Nephrectomy of Multicystic Dysplastic left Kidney in an 18-year-old female: A case report and literature review at Sunyani Teaching Hospital (Ghana)." Magna Scientia Advanced Research and Reviews 10, no. 2 (2024): 014–21. http://dx.doi.org/10.30574/msarr.2024.10.2.0172.

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We herein present our patient with left MCDK, the associated symptoms were the left flank pain and left flank mass. Though conservative management is proven to have some favourable outcomes, a nephrectomy was done for our patient due to the increasing intensity of pain and abdominal mass which was affecting the patient’s quality of life. Left sub-costal extraperitoneal nephrectomy was performed successfully at the CJ Oppong theatre of Sunyani Teaching Hospital in Ghana which gave a new life full of joy to our patient. We, therefore, recommend nephrectomy for a patient with increasing symptoms that reduce quality of life and early childhood screening for MCDK.

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Sarkodie, Noble Amoako, Emmanuel Kofi Bempong, Olivia Naa Tetteh, Asana Constance Saaka, and Golly Kwaku Moses. "Assessing the Level of Hygienic Practices among Street Food Vendors in Sunyani Township." Pakistan Journal of Nutrition 13, no. 10 (2014): 610–15. http://dx.doi.org/10.3923/pjn.2014.610.615.

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Opoku-Yamoah, Victor, and Ebenezer Afrifa-Yamoah. "Ocular morbidity pattern among patients attending Red Cross Eye Unit in Sunyani, Ghana." International Journal of Health & Allied Sciences 10, no. 3 (2021): 197. http://dx.doi.org/10.4103/ijhas.ijhas_258_20.

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Aboagye, Bernard, and Julius Puoza. "Study on employability of mechanical engineering graduates from Sunyani Technical University of Ghana." Journal of Teaching and Learning for Graduate Employability 12, no. 2 (2021): 185–205. http://dx.doi.org/10.21153/jtlge2021vol12no2art1002.

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Although the Government of Ghana gives considerable attention to technical education to accelerate national development, some graduates remain unemployed for years after graduation. In this study, employability of mechanical engineering graduates from Sunyani Technical University of Ghana is presented. It assessed the employment status and duration of unemployment of the graduates, identified the factors that hinder their employability and the challenges that require attention prior to graduation of students, and made suggestions for improvement. Respondents of the study were 131 graduates from 2014-2017 graduation years, comprising 50% of graduates from each of the Program options in the department. The sampling techniques used were purposive and stratified random sampling techniques. A questionnaire was the research instrument used for data collection and it was administered using e-mails, WhatsApp and phone calls. The results revealed that the employment status of the graduates was about 84% with the duration of unemployment about 29%, 41% and 19% for one, two and three years after their national service respectively. The main factor hindering employability of the graduates was inadequate practical skills since more attention was given to theory at the expense of practical work. The main challenge which requires attention prior to graduation of students was the lack of job-seeking skills. The Department should therefore, focus more on the practical element of the Programs by increasing the practical hours and partner with industry for curriculum development, more internship opportunities and industrial tours, and organise seminars on job acquisition processes prior to graduation of students to enhance employability of the graduates.

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Boateng Prempeh, Kwadwo. "Problems of Financing SMEs in Ghana: A Case Study of the Sunyani Municipality." Journal of Advance Research in Business Management and Accounting (ISSN: 2456-3544) 1, no. 1 (2015): 39–74. http://dx.doi.org/10.53555/nnbma.v1i1.142.

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Small and medium enterprises play an important role in the development of a country. The growth of SMEs is also important for the world economy which has been widely discussed in recent years. Although the problems SMEs face in accessing finance are well known, still there are some research gaps that need to be filled. The main focus of this research is to explore the nature and the characteristics of SMEs together with the financial constraints facing the SMEs. Basically the research focuses on Sunyani Municipality as the main area of study, but it will also cover the problems of SMEs for the other parts of the world under the same main purpose of this research. The research is a case study. Moreover, the nature of data collected for this project is both quantitative and qualitative. Questionnaires and interviews are the main tools for collecting data. Relevant literature is also reviewed. The Researcher has concluded that many studies have shown most of the SMEs lack access to finance for starting, operating and expanding their businesses, therefore access to finance is always quoted as a major constraint for all SMEsand can seriously affect their ability to survive, upgrade the technology in their business, increase their capacity and even in many cases, expand their market, improve management system or increase productivity as well as profitability. The findings will assist policy makers, development agencies, SME owners and financial institutions to ascertain the appropriate strategy to improve the SME financing.

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Asiedu, Berchie, Samuel Henneh, Andrews Apraku, and Samuel Amponsah. "Impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the aquaculture industry in Sunyani Municipality, Ghana." International Journal of Social Sciences and Education Research 10, no. 4 (2024): 236–47. https://doi.org/10.24289/ijsser.1493581.

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The coronavirus pandemic has substantially influenced the aquaculture industry in Ghana, particularly the socioeconomic situation of fish producers. The primary goal of this study was to assess the influence of COVID-19 on pond aquaculture in the Sunyani municipality, Ghana. To address this, the study used purposive and random sampling techniques to administer a semi-structured questionnaire to fifty (50) fish farmers. According to the survey, most respondents reported that the COVID-19 pandemic impacted pond aquaculture productivity, products, and farm operations. According to the respondents, the impact on pond aquaculture production was caused by the high cost of fingerlings, fish feed, and table-sized farmed fishes, as well as a scarcity of fingerlings, fish feed, and pharmaceutical supplies like lime. To avoid the pandemic's long-term damage, it is recommended that fish farmers should purchase pond aquaculture materials in bulk, including feed and pharmaceuticals.

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Jessell, Mark W., Prince O. Amponsah, Lenka Baratoux, Daniel K. Asiedu, Geoffrey K. Loh, and Jérôme Ganne. "Crustal-scale transcurrent shearing in the Paleoproterozoic Sefwi-Sunyani-Comoé region, West Africa." Precambrian Research 212-213 (August 2012): 155–68. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.precamres.2012.04.015.

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Agbeshie, Alex Amerh, Rita Adjei, Joseph Anokye, and Albert Banunle. "Municipal waste dumpsite: Impact on soil properties and heavy metal concentrations, Sunyani, Ghana." Scientific African 8 (July 2020): e00390. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.sciaf.2020.e00390.

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Atinuke, Adebanji, Adeyemi Shola, and Gyamfi Mark. "Empirical analysis of factors associated with neonatal length of stay in Sunyani, Ghana." Journal of Public Health and Epidemiology 7, no. 3 (2015): 59–64. http://dx.doi.org/10.5897/jphe2014.0679.

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., Kwadwo Appiah Boateng. "COMPREHENSIBILITY OF ROAD TRAFFIC SIGNS AMONG URBAN DRIVERS (CASE STUDY; SUNYANI MUNICIPALITY, GHANA)." International Journal of Research in Engineering and Technology 05, no. 10 (2016): 1–7. http://dx.doi.org/10.15623/ijret.2016.0510001.

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Barimah, Antwi Joseph. "Trends in Non-Communicable Disease Mortality at the Bono Regional Hospital, Sunyani-Ghana." International Journal of Multidisciplinary Studies and Innovative Research 10, no. 3 (2022): 1636–49. http://dx.doi.org/10.53075/ijmsirq/35543536.

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Cardiovascular disorders (such as heart attacks and strokes), cancer, chronic respiratory diseases (such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and asthma), and diabetes are the most common non-communicable diseases in the world. Projecting mortality patterns can offer policymakers and planners with useful information. This study employed a retrospective approach which involved taking secondary data from events that have already occurred and making inferences and projections about the future. A trend line was used to forecast the death rate. The cause specific mortality rates of the four main NCDs (cancer, cardiovascular diseases, chronic respiratory diseases and diabetes) were extracted from DHIMs (District Health Information Management System). The information gathered was entered into Microsoft Excel 2016. The mortality rates were then categorized into their respective groups and a time- series graph was used to graphically present the trend of NCD mortality from 2013 to 2021. The projection for the upcoming years was done by fitting a ‘trend line’ into the time series graph that was already generated. The findings showed that cancer had a mortality rate of 0 for the seven-year period, CVDs had a mortality rate of 3.4% for the same period, CRDs had a mortality rate of 1.4% and diabetes had a mortality rate of 0.8% for the same period. The findings further showed that males had higher mortality rates than females for most years during the seven-year period. The mortality rates for three categories of non-communicable diseases will continue to increase (CVDs: 3.4% to 3.7%, CRDs: 1.4% in 2013 to 1.9% in 2020, diabetes 0.8% in 2013 to 1.2% in 2025). At Bono regional Hospital, by 2025, mortality rates from non-communicable diseases are expected to rise. This could be due to the fact that the country is still developing, and as a result, people are picking up unhealthy habits from the developed countries.

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Tawiah, Kassim, Killian Asampana Asosega, Richard Kwame Ansah, et al. "Confirmed Malaria Cases in Children under Five Years: The Influence of Suspected Cases, Tested Cases, and Climatic Conditions." Health & Social Care in the Community 2023 (June 23, 2023): 1–8. http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2023/8469372.

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Tropical and potentially fatal malaria is brought on by the parasite Plasmodium spp which spreads through infected female anopheles mosquitoes within the human populations. In Ghana, malaria is endemic and perennial, with distinct seasonal fluctuations in the northern part. Children aged below five years are among the population most vulnerable to malaria in Ghana. This study’s goal is to establish how suspected malaria cases, tested malaria cases, and climatic conditions impact confirmed malaria cases in children under five years in the Sunyani Municipality, Bono Region, Ghana. The dependent variable, monthly number of confirmed cases of malaria in children under five years, was modelled with the independent variables, monthly number of tested cases of malaria in children under five years, mean monthly relative humidity, mean monthly rainfall, and mean monthly temperature, in the Sunyani Municipality. We employed multiple linear regression after data transformation, exploratory data analysis, and correlation analysis. Results show that tested malaria cases and climatic factors significantly influence confirmed malaria cases in children under 5 years. About 41.8% of variations in confirmed malaria cases among children under 5 years is attributed to climatic factors and the number of tested cases. Moreover, results show that increase in tested cases and rainfall leads to more confirmed malaria cases among children under 5 years, while increase in temperature reduces malaria infections. To reduce the incidence of malaria in children under five years, the government and its stakeholders should encourage parent to let their children sleep in treated mosquito nets, distil stagnant waters during raining seasons, spray bushes with antimosquito insecticides, and destroy all breeding grounds of mosquitoes at all times. We proposed that all malaria cases should be laboratory tested and properly confirmed.

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Agyemang-Badu, Samuel Yaw, Esi Awuah, Sampson Oduro-Kwarteng, Justice Yao Woelinam Dzamesi, and Simon Agongo Azure. "Assessment of the Knowledge, Prevalence, and Control Strategies of Malaria Among Households in Sunyani Municipality, Bono Region, Ghana." Environmental Health Insights 17 (January 2023): 117863022311769. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/11786302231176922.

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Background: Malaria remains a global public health concern for centuries. The study assessed the knowledge, prevalence and control strategies of malaria among households in the Sunyani Municipality, Bono Region, Ghana. Method: A simple random sampling method was used to administer semi-structured questionnaires to the respondents (n = 422). STATA version 14.0 was used to analyse the data and the results were presented in charts, graphs, and tables. Result: The study shows that the knowledge level of malaria, its vector of transmission and mosquitoes breeding sites among the respondents was quite high. Among the respondents, 43% reported to have been infected by malaria once in a year and 94% indicated that, their relatives have been infected with malaria parasites previously. Also, majority, 65% of the respondents selected environmental management and sanitation (EMS), followed by settlement (building houses) away from wetlands, 20.0% as alternative vector control methods to be employed to supplement the core vector control methods in the Municipality. Further, majority, 69% of the respondents indicated that enforcement of environmental sanitation bye-laws will compel residents to clean their environment, and this is likely to eliminate most mosquito breeding sites, whiles 46% called on Government to support, and employ more Environmental Health Officers and Sanitary Labourers, and adequately resource them to work effectively. Conclusion: Health authorities in the Sunyani Municipality must intensified education on malaria at all levels with the aim to influence the attitudes of households towards its prevention and control. Central and Local Government must employ more Environmental Health Officers, and empower and adequately resourced them to strictly enforce the environmental sanitation bye-laws. Malaria control authorities in the study area must consider employing environmental management and sanitation (EMS) and application of larvicides for mosquito larval control as alternative/supplementary malaria prevention and control methods to compliments the current core vector control methods.

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