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    Access and use of health related information in the informal sector: a case of selected food vendors in Morogoro Municipality, Tanzania
    (University of Dar es Salaam, 2015) Njau, Editha Alfred
    This study examined the accessibility and use of health related information in the informal sector among food vendors in Tanzania. The population of the study included food vendors, health officers and customers. Data for the study was collected through questionnaires, interviews, and observation. The study involved a sample size of 70 participants who were selected using simple random, purposive and convenient sampling techniques. Data analysis involved the use of content analysis for qualitative data and the use of Statistical Package and Service Solution (SPSS) for quantitative data. Findings from the study revealed that accessibility and use of health related information, is not food vendors’ priority. Poor use of health-related information among food vendors is attributed by the use of temporary business places and poor working environment. In addition, the majority of the food vendors are facing challenges such as low knowledge, lack of time, and poverty which hinder them to fully access and utilize health related information. Furthermore, the study found that sources of information such as seminars, outreach programmes and radio programme sessions for food vendors are only available for certain periods of time, especially when there is eruption of diseases such as cholera. The study recommends that, food vendors should give more priority in searching and using health-related information in their business. Secondly, health institutions should provide continuous programmes that can create health awareness to food vendor. Lastly, the government should provide enough health officers and permanent buildings for food vending business.