Christian, Aaron Kobina
Owu, Ruth Tenkoramaa
Kretchy, Irene A.
Article History
Received: 22 August 2023
Accepted: 3 April 2025
First Online: 15 April 2025
Declarations
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: The research procedures adhered to the ethical principles outlined in the Declaration of Helsinki throughout all stages of the study. Ethical clearance for this study was granted by the Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research Institutional Review Board of the University of Ghana (study’s protocol, NMIMR: 020/19–20). Prior to participation, the study's purpose was clearly communicated to all participants, and written informed consent was obtained from agreeing respondents. Confidentiality was rigorously maintained throughout the research process, and all collected data were securely stored.
: Not applicable.
: The authors declare no competing interests.