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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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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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