Lungu, Gaily Graysham
Chodzaza, Elizabeth
Kamanga, Martha
Chikazinga, Wanangwa
Jere, Diana
Article History
Received: 24 March 2022
Accepted: 3 February 2023
First Online: 9 February 2023
Declarations
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: The study was reviewed by the College of Medicine Ethics Review Committee (COMREC) for Malawi and was approved with reference number P.02/16/1887<b>.</b> Informed consent was obtained from all participants and they signed a consent form after full understanding and were interested to voluntarily participate in the study. Consent forms were read to participants and explained the purpose of the study, its nature, benefits and risks, how anonymity, privacy, and confidentiality were to be maintained. The participants were informed that they can withdraw from the study at any stage. They were asked if they are fully willing to participate before being enrolled. Confidentiality and privacy were assured for all participants. All methods were carried out in accordance with relevant guidelines and regulations<b>.</b> The consent form and the approval certificate have been attached as supplementary files.
: Not applicable.
: The authors declare that they have no competing interest.