Browsing College of Veterinary Medicine, Animal Resources and BioSecurity (CoVAB) by Issue Date "2019-08"
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Anti-salmonella activity of Ethanolic extracts of Eucalyptus globulus and Allium sativum
(Makerere University, 2019-08)Salmonella infections (typhoid fever) are among the leading public health threat in Uganda. Conventional drugs have been effectively used in the treatment of infections however, they are faced with many challenges which ... -
Antibiotic effects of Allium sativum extract and Gentamycin on sperm parameters in ram semen extended with honey
(Makerere University, 2019-08)Synthetic antibiotics, for a long time have been used in semen extender to preserve spermatozoa but have resulted in a number of side effects to both the sperm quality and the female recipients. This study compared the ... -
Assessing the effects of feed presentation on weight gain on intensive broiler production among selected farms in peri-urban areas of Kampala
(Makerere University, 2019-08)This was a case study done on a selected commercial broiler production farm to assess the effect of feed presentation on weight gain of intensive broiler birds in the peri-urban areas of Kampala. Other surrounding farmers ... -
Assessing the pre-disposing factors for tick borne diseases in dairy cattle in Gayaza Nangabo Sub County
(Makerere University, 2019-08)The purpose of this study was to assess the predisposing factors for tick borne diseases in dairy cattle in Gayaza. The data was collected through observation and interviewing in face to face interviews among 45 dairy ... -
Assessment of factors leading to milk spoilage on selected farms in Rwanyamahembe sub county, DISTRICT.Mbarara
(Makerere University, 2019-08)This report entails generally the activities I got involved in during my study. The aim of the study was to find out the on-farm factors causing milk spoilage in Rwanyamahembe Sub-County. Data was collected by physical ... -
Assessment of the anti-bacterial and anti-fungal activity of polypore mushrooms from Kibaale district
(Makerere University, 2019-08)Several natural-synthetic antimicrobial agents have been isolated, developed to kill pathogenic microorganisms effectively, but global antimicrobial resistance is an increasing public health problem. Various specific plants ... -
Bacterial contamination of laptop computer keyboards used by students of COVAB and CHS, Makerere University
(Makerere University, 2019-08)Laptops computers are ubiquitous in the school setting and have been shown to be contaminated with potentially pathogenic and skin microorganisms. This study was carried out to determine the bacterial contamination of ... -
Bacterial safety of door handles/knobs in selected public toilets in down town Kampala
(Makerere University, 2019-08)The bacterial safety of door handles/knobs in public toilets is still a major concern and a threat to the public health. Public toilet door handles/knobs serve as active vehicles in the transmission of pathogenic bacteria ... -
Comparative study of histochemical staining of negri bodies using lendrum’s phloxine-tartrazine and fuchsin safranine blue staining methods
(Makerere University, 2019-08)Rabies is a fatal zoonotic disease caused by infection with the rabies lyssavirus, which causes 55,000 human deaths annually worldwide with 95% occurring in Africa and Asia. Diagnosis of rabies started way back in 1880 ... -
E. Coli contamination of consumable ice sold in Nakasero and Kololo Central Kampala City
(Makerere University, 2019-08)A survey on the microbial safety of consumable ice is a study held to assess the potential presence of hazardous microorganisms in both the ice and the consumables in which it dwells at a given point in time. Ice water ... -
Effects of Mondia Whitei as a supplement in egg yolk semen extender on motility and vitality of stored goat semen
(Makerere University, 2019-08)Mondia whitei was used in ancient times as an aphrodisiac even though little scientific evidence existed about its efficacy since then many studies have been carried out to determine its efficacy and be applied in other ... -
Environmental contamination with antimicrobial resistant pathogenic bacteria and Cryptococcus spp isolated from pigeon and marabou stork faecal matter in Mulago Hospital, Kampala
(Makerere University, 2019-08)Background: Environmental contamination with pathogenic microorganisms in routine medical care settings poses an increased risk of health care associated infections through cross-transmission as most outdoor hospital ... -
Environmental contamination with antimicrobial resistant pathogenic bacteria and cryptococcus spp Isolated from pigeon and marabou Stork faecal matter in Mulago hospital, Kampala
(Makerere University, 2019-08)Background: Environmental contamination with pathogenic microorganisms in routine medical care settings poses an increased risk of health care associated infections through cross-transmission as most outdoor hospital ... -
Factors affecting the quality of hides and skins at farm level district in Kalongo sub county, Nakasongola
(Makerere University, 2019-08)This study aimed at determining the factors that affect the quality of hides and skins in Kalongo sub county, Nakasongola district. Information was collected on selected livestock households and farms through questionnaire, ... -
Factors influencing adoption to biosecurity activities on broiler farms in Kahoora Division in Hoima Municipality
(Makerere University, 2019-08)The aim of the study was to find out factors influencing adoption of bio security activities on broiler farms in Kahoora division in Hoima municipality. Data was collected using open and close ended questionnaires. In the ... -
Gross and histopathological lesions associated with zoonoses in rodents captured in households from selected districts of Uganda
(2019-08)Rodents live in close proximity to humans in many habitats around the world. They are a threat to public health because of the physical destruction to property and pathogens they carry. Several epidemiological studies ... -
The in-vitro antibacterial activity of root and leaf extracts of Okra (Abelmoschus Esculentus) against some selected bacteria
(Makerere University, 2019-08)Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) belongs to the family malvaceae and is widely cultivated in India, Africa, American and Brazil for its fibrous fruits containing round, white seeds. This study was carried out to determine the ... -
Isolation and identification of lactic acid bacteria from spontaneous whey and curd to be used as potential sources of starter cultures in Yogurt production process
(Makerere University, 2019-08)The study was conducted to isolate, identify and characterize the lactic acid bacteria present in spontaneous whey and curd. Lactic acid bacteria were isolated from the spontaneous whey and curd samples by serial ... -
Microbial safety of ready to eat fruits in selected streets around Kampala, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2019-08)Background; Food borne diseases contribute significantly to the global burden of morbidity and mortality across the human population especially among children under the age of five years. Geographically, the greatest burden ... -
Pathogenic bacterial contaminants of handrails and their antibacterial susceptibility patterns in selected areas within Makerere University, Kampala Uganda
(Makerere University, 2019-08)The major source and spread of community acquired infections are fomites. Microbiological investigation into public hand touch surfaces has gained a lot of attention from researchers because contaminated surfaces may act ...