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What measures can district health authorities take to prevent and control Covid19 in the community; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2020
brief
Health Research

Background:While discussing the dynamics of the spread of Covid-19 disease and the global trend of the disease morbidity and mortality, District Health Officers (DHOs) have raised a need to explore …

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Causes of Absenteeism and Associated Mitigating Measures Among Health Workers; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2021
brief
Health Research

Background:One of the District Health Teams (DHT) in Uganda is struggling with chronic health workers absenteeism at health facilities. Absenteeism has affected service delivery at the health facilities within the …

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Considerations for Improving HPV Vaccination Uptake among Adolescent girls in Mukono district; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2021
brief
Health Research

Background:Ugandaâs Mukono district is grappling with a persistently suboptimal coverage of the second dose of HPV vaccination among 10-year-old school girls. While they are not sure about what exactly to …

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Covid-19 - Factors promoting vaccine hesitancy and measures to address these in Uganda; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2021
brief
Health Research

Background:Uganda rolled out the Covid-19 vaccination in March 2021. The Ministry of Health used a phased approach in the rollout, prioritizing Health Care Workers (HCWs), security personnel, staff within the …

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Scale-up strategies for the MoHâs âTransformative leadership and cultural change collaborative initiativeâ in Uganda; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2021
brief
Health Research

Background:The Ministry of Health (MoH) has collaborated with Spark Health Africa to pilot an initiative aimed at improving health system resilience in 10 districts in Uganda - the âTransformative leadership …

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Challenges for implementing Home-based care and measures to address these challenges during COVID-19 in Uganda; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2022
brief
Health Research

Background:Like many countries, Uganda's healthcare system was overwhelmed by the Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. There was an ever-increasing number of people seeking medical help at the health facilities for …

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How can we promote exclusive breastfeeding in the informal economy in Uganda; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2022
brief
Health Research

Background:Working with other government ministries, departments and agencies and different development partners, the Ministry of Gender, Labor and Social Development is leading efforts to develop regulations on "Breastfeeding and childcare …

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Increasing access to family planning health services in areas with limited access in the Kalungu district; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2022
brief
Health Research

Background:The unmet need for family planning in sub-Saharan Africa is high. Like in many African countries, Uganda's outstanding coverage of sexual reproductive health services to the communities is unsatisfactory. In …

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Strategies to control the transmission of SARS-CoV-2 in Ugandan schools; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2022
brief
Health Research

SummaryBackground: On January 10, 2022, all schools in Uganda reopened after almost two years. The reopening of the schools coincided with the peak of the third surge of the Severe …

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SUPPORTING MOTHERS TO CONTINUE BREASTFEEDING: CHALLENGES AND POTENTIAL SOLUTIONS; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2023
brief
Health Research

Background: It is recommended to initiate breastfeeding within an hour of birth, exclusively breastfeeding from birth until six months of age, and continuing breastfeeding to 24 months or longer,along with …

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Malariometric indices from Iganga, Uganda: Baseline characterization in preparation of GMZ2 vaccine trial
Kironde F, Kaddumukasa M, Chilengi R, Namusoke F, Mworozi E, Buwembo W, Sekikubo M, Naiwumbwe H, Kiwuwa S, Oketch B and others...
2014
Journal, Article
Health Research

BackgroundMalaria still remains the leading cause of childhood morbidity and mortality in Uganda. Interventions like malaria vaccines which reduce the malaria burden are needed in malaria endemic communities. There is …

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Mosquitoes of Zika Forest, Uganda: Species Composition and Relative Abundance
Lutwama JJ, Akol AM, Kaddumukasa MA, Mutebi JP, Masembe C
2014
Journal, Article
Health Research

Mosquito collections were conducted in Zika Forest near Entebbe, Uganda, from July 2009 through June 2010 using CO2-baited light traps, ovitraps, and human-baited catches. In total, 163,790 adult mosquitoes belonging …

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Parasite Specific Antibody Increase Induced by an Episode of Acute P. falciparum Uncomplicated Malaria
Katabira Elly, Kaddumukasa Mark, Lwanira Catherine, Lugaajju Allan, Persson Kristina E. M, Wahlgren Mats, Kironde Fred
2015
Journal, Article
Health Research

IntroductionThere is no approved vaccine for malaria, and precisely how human antibody responses to malaria parasite components and potential vaccine molecules are developed and maintained remains poorly defined. In this …

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Community knowledge of and attitudes toward epilepsy in rural and urban Mukono district, Uganda: A cross-sectional study
Mugenyi L, Sajatovic M, Kaddumukasa M, Ddumba E, Katabira E, Furlan A, Kayima J, Kakooza A, Kaddumukasa MN, Lhatoo S
2016
Journal, Article
Health Research

Introduction: The lack of adequate knowledge poses a barrier in the provision of appropriate treatment and care of patients with epilepsy within the community. The purpose of this study was …

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Influence of sodium consumption and associated knowledge on poststroke hypertension in Uganda
Sajatovic M, Kaddumukasa M, Katabira E, Goldstein LB, Pundik S, Kaddumukasa MN
2016
Journal, Article
Health Research

Objective:We assessed 24-hour urine sodium levels as an index of dietary salt consumption and its association with dietary salt knowledge and hypertension among poststroke patients with and without a history …

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Prevalence and incidence of neurological disorders among adult Ugandans in rural and urban Mukono district; a cross-sectional study
Mugenyi L, Sajatovic M, Kaddumukasa M, Ddumba E, Katabira E, Furlan A, Kaddumukasa MN, Devereaux M
2016
Journal, Article
Health Research

Background: The burden of neurological diseases is increasing in developing countries. However, there is a prominent scarcity of literature on the incidence of neurological diseases in sub-Saharan Africa. This study …

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A cross-sectional population survey on stroke knowledge and attitudes in Greater Kampala, Uganda
Katabira Elly, Kaddumukasa Mark, Kayima James, Nakibuuka Jane, Mugenyi Leviticus, Ddumba Edward, Blixen Carol, Welter Elisabeth, Sajatovic Martha, Alizadehkhaiyat Omid
2017
Journal, Article
Health Research

<italic>Background</italic>: Stroke is a neurological condition with rapidly increasing burden in many low- and middle income countries. Africa is particularly hard-hit due to rapid population growth, patterns of industrialization, adoption …

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Influence of Dietary Salt Knowledge, Perceptions, and Beliefs on Consumption Choices after Stroke in Uganda
Sajatovic M, Kaddumukasa M, Katabira E, Goldstein LB, Pundik S, Kaddumukasa MN
2017
Journal, Article
Health Research

Background: Previous research on Uganda's poststroke population revealed that their level of dietary salt knowledge did not lead to healthier consumption choices. Purpose: Identify barriers and motivators for healthy dietary …

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Influence of physicochemical parameters on storage stability: Microbiological quality of fresh unpasteurized fruit juices
Kaddumukasa PP, Imathiu SM, Mathara JM, Nakavuma JL
2017
Journal, Article
Health Research

Fresh juices rich in health and nutritional benefits are valued for their fresh flavor, taste, and aroma. These juices' quality however is affected by factors like temperature, light, and microbiological …

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