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Are hospital-based Emergency Medical Services effective and efficient; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2010
brief
Health Research

Background: Effective Emergency Medical Services (EMS) aim to provide timely care for medical emergencies, including pre-hospital care, transfer, and in-hospital treatment. A well-coordinated, designed, and locally appropriate system is crucial …

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How can Community Health Workers be used to empower communities; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2010
brief
Health Research

Background: Community empowerment enables people to increase control over their lives and decisions, implying ownership and action towards social and developmental change. Effective empowerment strategies build on authentic participation, autonomy …

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How safe is the practice of Reflexology; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2010
brief
Health Research

Background: Reflexology is a therapeutic method of relieving pain by stimulating predefined pressure points on the feet and hands. While its popularity has increased, the safety of reflexology has not …

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What are the best methods for involving patients in health system decision-making in Uganda; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2010
brief
Health Research

Background: The involvement of patients and the community in health care is widely acknowledged for its potential to improve the availability and relevance of health services and to promote participative …

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What are the effects and guidelines of mass immunization of health workers against Hepatitis B; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2010
brief
Health Research

Background: Hepatitis B is a major global occupational health hazard, with healthcare workers having a higher prevalence of HBV infection than the general population. Vaccination is recommended to reduce the …

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What does policy implementation monitoring entail; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2010
brief
Health Research

Background:Monitoring is essential for policymakers, government officials, development managers, and civil society to learn from past experiences, improve service delivery and plan and allocate resources. In addition, it helps to …

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What is the appropriate malaria treatment for a low-income endemic country like Uganda; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2010
brief
Health Research

Background: The treatment of malaria in endemic, low-income countries is complicated by increasing resistance to anti-malarial medicines and challenges in accessing these medicines. The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued …

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What should be included in an optimal package of interventions to prevent the spread of HIV and manage HIV/AIDS; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2010
brief
Health Research

Background: HIV/AIDS prevention and management requires a multi-pronged approach, including clinical and public health interventions.Rapid Response Question: What should be included in an optimal package of interventions to prevent the …

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Are herbal photolarvicides efficient and safe to use in vector management; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2011
brief
Health Research

Background: The resurgence of interest in larvicides for vector control, particularly in combating malaria, is driven by research demonstrating their effectiveness in reducing mosquito populations and malaria infection rates. Recent …

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Can decentralization of health services improve health service delivery in Uganda; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2011
brief
Health Research

Background: Many developing countries face challenges in providing quality and equitable healthcare, especially to marginalized populations. Decentralization, a political reform aimed at reducing central influence and increasing local autonomy, has …

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An Epidemiologic Investigation of Physical Activity and Breast Cancer Risk in Africa
Ndom P, Gakwaya A, Huo DZ, Hou NQ, Jombwe J, Ogundiran T, Ademola A, Morhason-Bello I, Ojengbede O
2014
Journal, Article
Health Research

Background: Physical activity (PA) is modifiable and linked to decreased breast cancer risk but its impact has not been investigated among indigenous African populations.Methods: From 2011 to 2013, 558 cases …

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Stillbirths and neonatal deaths among 18 942 women with postpartum hemorrhage: Analysis of perinatal outcomes in the WOMAN trial
Koukounari A, Hough A, Shakur-Still H, Roberts I, Lawn J E
2021
Journal, Article
Health Research

Objective: To describe the rates and risk factors for stillbirth and preâdischarge neonatalmortality (PDNM), and impact on quality of life (QoL) among women with postpartumhemorrhage (PPH).Methods: A secondary analysis was …

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Defining Sexual Violence Experiences: A Systematic Review and Qualitative Meta-Synthesis
Houghton Lisa
2022
Dissertation
Health Research

The lack of consensus in the psychology literature with respect to operational definitions of sexual violence experiences (SVEs) such as rape, sexual assault, sexual abuse, and so on has been …

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Rhetoric(s) of the Black Church: Sex, Religion, and HIV/AIDS Across the African Diaspora
House Christopher
2012
Dissertation
Health Research

This dissertation examines the rhetorical strategies, underpinnings, and justifications of Black Disaporic religious rhetoric and pastoral communication surrounding the HIV/AIDS crisis that disproportionately affects people of African descent. Specifically, this …

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Gastroenteritis aggressive versus slow treatment for rehydration (GASTRO): a phase II rehydration trial for severe dehydration: WHO plan C versus slow rehydration
Gibb Diana M., Houston Kirsty A., Gibb Jack, Olupot-Olupot Peter, Obonyo Nchafatso, Mpoya Ayub, Nakuya Margaret, Muhindo Rita, Uyoga Sophie, Evans Jennifer A. and others...
2019
Journal, Article
Health Research

MEDLINE Abstract: BACKGROUND:<BR>World Health Organization rehydration management guidelines (plan C) for severe dehydration are widely practiced in resource-poor settings, but never formally evaluated in a trial. The Fluid Expansion as …

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Plate fixation versus intramedullary fixation for displaced mid-shaft clavicle fractures: a systematic review
Houwert R. M., Wijdicks F. J., Steins Bisschop C., Verleisdonk E. J., Kruyt M., Houwert R. Marijn, Wijdicks Frans-Jasper, Steins Bisschop Charlotte, Verleisdonk Egbert-Jan, Kruyt Moyo
2012
Journal, Article
Health Research

Purpose: The optimal surgical approach for displaced midshaft clavicle fracture remains controversial. The objective of this systematic review is to compare functional outcome and complications after plate fixation and intramedullary …

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Decreased Prevalence of Rheumatic Heart Disease Confirmed Among HIV-positive Youth
Longenecker CT, Lwabi P, Namuyonga J, Okello E, Beaton A, Sable C, Hovis IW, Kisitu GP, Ndagire E, Sanyahumbi A and others...
2019
Journal, Article
Health Research

Background: There is geographical overlap between areas endemic for rheumatic heart disease (RHD) and those endemic for HIV. A recent pilot study demonstrated that children living with HIV might be …

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How to Achieve Universal Health Coverage: A Case Study of Uganda Using the Political Process Model; Comment on "Health Coverage and Financial Protection in Uganda: A Political Economy Perspective"
Stuckler D, Bakola M, Eusebio C
Journal, Article
Health Research

How can resource-deprived countries accelerate progress towards Universal Health Coverage? Here we extend the analysis of Nanini and colleagues to investigate a case-study of Uganda, where despite high-level commitments, health …

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Natural Products for Malaria Vector Control: Flora, Fish and Fungi
Howard Annabel F. V.
2010
Dissertation
Health Research

Introduction Despite international organisations providing much focus over the past 10 years, malaria is still killing vast numbers of Africans, especially children. It is agreed that malaria can only be …

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Novel Risk Factors Associated with Hepatitis E Virus Infection in a Large Outbreak in Northern Uganda Results from a Case-Control Study and Environmental Analysis
Howard CM, Handzel T, Hill VR, Grytdal SP, Blanton C, Kamili S, Drobeniuc J, Hu D, Teshale E
2010
Journal, Article
Health Research

An outbreak of hepatitis E virus (HEV) began in October 2007 in northern Uganda To determine risk factors and sources for ongoing transmission we conducted both a case-control study and …

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