Achamyeleh, Hiwot
Zeru, Arega
Taye, Girum
Molla, Gebeyaw
Getachew, Fikreselassie
Shumet, Tigist
Tesfaye, Hanim
Chekol, Daniel Alemayehu
Getachew, Tsegaye
Ararso, Desallegn
Tadele, Wogayehu
Dagne, Tesfaye
Zeweldemariam, Martha Seife
Beshah, Senait Alemayehu
Taddele, Tefera
Tadele, Ashenif
Tollera, Getachew
Girmay, Aderajew Mekonnen
Article History
Received: 31 August 2025
Accepted: 29 June 2026
First Online: 9 July 2026
Declarations
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: The study received approval from the scientific and ethical review board of the Ethiopian Public Health Institute, with reference number EPHI-6.13/906. The research methods adhered strictly to the principles outlined in the 1964 Helsinki Declaration and its subsequent amendments, along with other relevant ethical standards. Written informed consent was obtained from all participants before data collection began. Throughout the study, confidentiality and privacy for all participants were diligently protected.
: Not applicable.
: The authors declare no competing interests.