Prevalence of intestinal parasites and its risk factors among food handlers in food services in Nekemte Town, West Oromia, Ethiopia

摘要: Background Food-borne diseases are a public-health problem in developed and developing countries. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimated that countries, up to 30% of the population suffers from food borne each year more where 2 million deaths per years. Objective To assess prevalence intestinal parasites its associated risk factors among handlers Nekemte town. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted April May, 2016. total 240 were selected using simple random-sampling technique hotels, bars, restaurants. Data collected pretested questions stool-specimen examination for parasites. For parasites, stool-sample examinations done wet-mount concentration methods. analysis SPSS version 20. Associations determined logistic regression P<0.05 considered significant. Results this 52.1%. Entamoeba histolytica/dispar most predominant parasite (56.8%), followed by Ascaris lumbricoides (26.4%), Taenia saginata (16%), hookworm (16.8%). Hygienic practice such as hand washing after toilet water, water soap, trimming finger nail, wearing proper working clothes shoes statistically significant with parasitic infection if not regularly performed (P<0.05). Conclusion high, single double, triple infection. Food should safe preparation service reduce probability