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Knowledge, attitude and practices related to Ebola virus disease among Undergraduate students of Makerere University, Kampala City
(Makerere University, 2023-06)Over the years, African countries have been greatly challenged with re-emerging diseases such as Ebola virus disease (EVD). Uganda as a country has suffered eight Ebola virus disease outbreaks since 2000 till 2022. Ebola ... -
Factors associated with stunting among pre-primary children aged 3 to 5 years, in Rwamwanja Refugee Camp, Kamwenge District
(Makerere University, 2022)Introduction / Background The prevalence of stunting in Uganda has been estimated at 29% and still remains high. This is worsened in vulnerable populations like those living in refugee settlement. Stunting is responsible ... -
The awareness and use of post exposure prophylaxis among adolescents and young adults seeking services at naguru teenage information and health center
(Makerere university, 2023-08)HIV post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) refers to the use of Anti Retro Viral medications for 28 days to prevent HIV infection after high-risk exposure, has long been available, and it is recommended in WHO guidelines.The use ... -
Factors associated with intention to screen for sickle cell trait among final year students in college of health sciences at Makerere University
(Makerere University, 2022-10)Sickle cell trait screening is the best intervention for primary prevention of sickle cell disease. It reveals one’s genotypic status. Only 1% of the Ugandans know their sickle cell trait status. The aim of this study is ... -
Development and determination of toxicity of an antimalarial suspension containing combined methanolic extracts of Justica Betonica L. and Aloe Barbardensis
(Makerere University, 2022)Malaria is an acute febrile illness caused by infection by plasmodium parasites. The high resistance developing and the huge economic burden associated with management using current conventional medicines necessitates that ... -
Development of a hand-made DNA extraction kit for bacterial samples in the genomic and molecular laboratory - Makerere University College of Health Sciences
(Mekerere University, 2023-05)DNA extraction is a critical step in molecular biology research, enabling the analysis of genetic material from various organisms. The development of efficient and reliable DNA extraction methods is essential for accurate ... -
Risk-benefit perception and willingness to care for patients with Ebola virus disease among clinical students at Mulago National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2023)BACKGROUND The study was about risk benefit perception and willingness to care for patients with Ebola virus among clinical students at Mulago National referral Hospital. Clinical students are the future qualified healthcare ... -
Knowledge and practices on antibiotic resistance among undergraduate non-medical students residing in halls at Makerere University Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023)Background:Globally the use of antibiotics has contributed greatly to the decline in morbidity and mortality caused by infectious diseases. However, over time microorganisms have developed resistance to these antibiotic ... -
Triage knowledge, practices and associated factors among nurses at Mulago Accident and Emergency Units Kampala Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023)Introduction: In effective trauma and medical emergency care, there is a need for rapid assessment, stabilization and treatment of the injured patient to reduce the morbidity and mortality that might come. One approach to ... -
Knowledge, attitudes and management practices for disposable baby diapers among caretakers in urban slums of Nansana Municipality, Wakiso District
(Makerere University, 2022)The use of disposable baby diapers to manage children’s feces is becoming a common practice in Uganda, especially in urban settings. Despite the convenience that these diapers provide to children, their increased use poses ... -
Prevalence of CTXM-resistant gene among enterobacteriaceae isolates from Clinical Microbiology Laboratory at the College of Health Sciences Makerere University
(Makerere University, 2022)Background: Antimicrobial resistance refers to the inability to effectively prevent and cure a growing number of illnesses caused by microorganisms. It has become an alarming global issue. CTX-M genes are a complex family ... -
Prevalence of pregnancy risk behaviors among adolescents aged 10-19 in Shirkat, Juba South Sudan
(Makerere University, 2023)Introduction: Although teenage pregnancy is one of the challenges facing the health systems in South Sudan, at a prevalence of 34%, no study at the moment has been conducted to assess adolescent girls’ engagement in sexual ... -
Prevalence of extended spectrum beta lactamase (ctxm and tem) drug resistant genes among eschelishia coli isolates from Entebbe Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2022-02-15)Introduction Existence of drug resistant genes is major constraint in the treatment and management of patients infected with E. coli and has facilitated the continued spread of diseases in the communities and increased ... -
Pattern of cervical cancer among females presenting to Makerere University Pathology Core Reference Laboratory. A 5-year review.
(Makerere University, 2022-09-30)The common cause of cervical cancer is Human Papilloma Virus (HPV). HPV is responsible for 99.7% of cervical cancer and Infects 75 - 80% of sexually active adults at some point, however, it can be cleared by the body’s ... -
Carriage of ndm & imp carbapenem resistance genes among e. Coli & k. Pneumoniae in human stool isolates from Mbarara hospital
(Makerere University, 2022-03)Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae have become intrinsically resistant to many types of β-lactamase due to the emergence of organisms carrying NDM and IMP genes(Liang et al., 2020). Carbapenems, among the beta-lactams, ... -
Prevalence and factors associated with medicine dosage form modification among paediatric patients in paediatric wards of Mulago National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2022)Background: Medicine dosage form modification in this context refers to the act of changing the physical form in which a medicine is presented by the manufacturer for final consumption without the manufacturer’s recommendation. ... -
Communication difficulties in children, 3-15years with motor speech disorders
(Makerere University, 2023)Communication is an essential aspect of human interaction, and it is crucial for academic, social, and emotional development. Children with motor speech disorders (MSDs) often experience communication difficulties, which ... -
Lived experiences and challenges of caregivers of children between 2 and 17 years of age with cerebral palsy at Mulago National Referral Hospital, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024)Background: Cerebral palsy (CP) is a complex motor disease affecting the central nervous system (CNS). The damage to the CNS leads to irreversible brain lesions, and hence CP may occur before, during, or soon after birth. ... -
Hidden stories of caregivers with children living with sickle cell disease in Uganda: experiences, coping strategies and outcomes
(Makerere University, 2023-08)Background; In Uganda, SCD is a major public health concern, with high prevalence rates in certain regions. According to the Uganda Sickle Cell Surveillance Study, the overall prevalence of SCD in Uganda is estimated at ... -
Co–resistance between Flouroquinolones, Trimethoprim/Sulfamethoxazole (SXT), and aminoglycosides with extended spectrum B–lactameses (ESBLS) in Eschericia coli isolated from blood, pus and urine specimens at Makerere University Clinical Microbiology Laboratory
(Makerere University, 2023)Background The global emergence and spread of extended-spectrum beta-lactamases (ESBLs) producing Enterobacteriaceae have been threatening the ability to treat an infection. Hence, this study aimed to determine co – ...