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What are the effects of clinical pathways in cancer management; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2012
brief
Health Research

Background:Disease or diagnosis (Cancer) management pathways may be divided into patient pathways and clinical pathways. A clinical pathway is a documented sequence of clinical interventions assisting a patient with a …

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What are the health effects (benefits and risks) of steam baths (Saunas); A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2012
brief
Health Research

Background: Steam bathing, practiced globally and increasingly in Uganda, involves exposure to heat in a confined space. Despite its popularity, the health effects of steam bathing remain a concern for …

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What strategies can health systems in low-income settings employ for infection control; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2012
brief
Health Research

Background: Healthcare-associated infections are a significant concern, even in settings with better healthcare practices. Factors such as inadequate equipment, staff shortages, and insufficient knowledge contribute to the suboptimal compliance with …

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What are the key implementation considerations for the national immunization policy; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2013
brief
Health Research

Background: Immunization is a critical public health intervention, significantly reducing the burden of infectious diseases. Effective implementation of immunization policies is essential to achieve desired health outcomes, including herd immunity.Rapid …

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Feasibility and Effects of task sharing and mhealth by VHTS in the prevention and control of hypertension and Diabetes Mellitus;A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2019
brief
Health Research

Background:Village Health Teams (VHTs) or Lay health workers have been shown to a play an important role of increasing access to healthcare within communities and homes for infectious diseases such …

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Potential impacts of Genetic modification of mosquitoes in the control and prevention of malaria on individuals, community and ecology;A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2019
brief
Health Research

Background:Target Malaria is a not-for-profit research multi-national consortium in Africa and the United Kingdom that aims to develop and share technology for malaria control. In Uganda, the consortium partner is …

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Should All Research Participants be Paid for Participation in Research;A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2019
brief
Health Research

Background:There is a split of opinion among the bioethicists and researchers on whether research participants need to be paid for participation in research. The payment is typically in terms of …

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Strategies to improve the coverage of at least four antenatal care visits in Mukono district;A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2019
brief
Health Research

Background:Attending more antenatal visits is associated with better maternal and neonatal outcomes, and skilled birth attendant at delivery. However, the Uganda demographic health survey 2016 estimates that 97% have attended …

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Considerations for re-opening academic institutions in Uganda amidst the COVID-19 pandemic; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2020
brief
Health Research

BackgroundSchool closure was one of the many measures implemented by the government of Uganda in her response to enforce social distancing and control the COVID-19 pandemic. However with the prolonged …

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Covid-19 control: How can an LMIC implement a jurisdictional lockdown to prevent spread of infection in the community; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2020
brief
Health Research

Background: The WHO declared Covid-19 a pandemic. At this stage in many countries, one of the questions yet to be answered with certainty is where a good proportion of people …

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Surgical procedures for children in the public healthcare sector: a nationwide, facility-based study in Uganda
Ajiko MM, Kressner J, Matovu A, Nordin P, Wladis A, Lofgren J
2021
Journal, Article
Health Research

Objective This study investigated the surgical services for children at the highest levels of the public healthcare sector in Uganda. The aim was to determine volumes and types of procedure …

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Prevalence of Paediatric Surgical Conditions in Eastern Uganda: A Cross-Sectional Study
Ajiko MM, Nordin P, Wladis A, Lofgren J, Weidman V
2022
Journal, Article
Health Research

Background The role of surgery in global health has gained greater attention in recent years. Approximately 1.8 billion children below 15 years live in low- and middle-income countries (LMIC). Many …

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Continuing education in geriatrics for rural health care providers in Uganda: A needs assessment
Ajwang Mary, Muliira Joshua K, Nankinga Ziadah
2010
Journal, Article
Health Research

Population trends in developing countries show an increasing population of older adults (OAs), especially in rural areas. The purpose of this study was to explore the geriatrics continuing education needs …

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Vitamin B12 deficiency among adult diabetic patients in Uganda: Relation to glycaemic control and haemoglobin concentration
Akabwai G P, Kibirige D, Mugenyi L, Kaddu M, Opio C, Lalitha R, Mutebi E, Sajatovic M
2016
Journal, Article
Health Research

BackgroundVitamin B12 deficiency is highly prevalent among adult individuals with diabetes yet screening is infrequent in Uganda. There are currently no published data regarding the prevalence of vitamin B12 deficiency …

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Vaccination with Ad26.ZEBOV, MVA-BN-Filo or MVA-BNFilo, Ad26.ZEBOV induced predominantly IgG binding to Ebola glycoprotein in cervico-vaginal mucus in HIV-infected and uninfected participants
Akapirat S., Puangkaew J., Mwesigwa B., Ntinginya N., Kosgei J., Rittiroongrad S., Kibuuka H., Mwakisisile J., Sawe F., Eller L.A. and others...
2021
Journal, Article
Health Research

Background: Ebola virus causes severe hemorrhagic fever in humans. The virus can be transmitted by contact with genital, oral or rectal secretions of infected patients. Ebola virus is found predominantly …

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Integration of HIV-Sexual Reproductive Health Services for Young People and the Barriers at Public Health Facilities in Mbarara Municipality, Southwestern Uganda: A Qualitative Assessment
Akatukwasa C., Bajunirwe F., Nuwamanya S., Kansime N., Aheebwe E., Tamwesigire I. K.
2019
Journal, Article
Health Research

BACKGROUND: Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) and HIV risk behaviors for young people are intertwined. This rationalizes the need for integration of HIV and SRH services within the health care …

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World War II Blues: The Longâlasting Mental Health Effect of Childhood Trauma
Akbulut-Yuksel Mevlude, Tekin Erdal, Turan Belgi
2022
Journal, Article
Health Research

There has been a revival of warfare and threats of interstate war in recent years as the number of countries engaged in armed conflict surged dramatically, reaching to levels unprecedented …

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Pneumococcal carriage and antibiotic susceptibility patterns in mother-baby pairs in a rural community in Eastern Uganda: a cross-sectional study [version 1; peer review: 1 approved, 1 not approved]
Akech G M, Naloli M, Sebwami P, Kazibwe P, Atwikiriize M, Onyait J, Oboth P, Nteziyaremye J, Nekaka R, Iramiot J S
2021
Journal, Article
Health Research

Background: Pneumonia poses a significant threat to the lives of children below five years old worldwide, contributing to a high number of hospitalizations and death. Morbidity and morbidity are especially …

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