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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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That thing....that problem....that sickness : Perception and practices towards menstruation in 18 rural primary and secondary schools in Jinja and Mayuge districts. Baseline Survey Report
CCUg
2017
Generic
Health Research

Introduction: Menstruation is culturally stigmatized natural biological event. In Uganda, adolescent girls in primary and secondary schools miss school due to menstruation. This baseline study was conducted to assess perception …

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OVC Needs Assessment Report
CCUg
2017
Generic
Health Research

Introduction: Though education is a human right as emphasized in international and national policies and treaties, Uganda has one of the highest primary school dropout rates in East Africa. Despite …

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From Baseline to Midline: Effects of Increasing Access to Menstrual Health Information among Adolescents in 15 Rural Schools in Jinja and Mayuge Districts.
CCUg
2018
Generic
Health Research

Background: In Uganda, Menstrual Hygiene and Management (MHM) among adolescent girls in primary and secondary schools is fraught with considerable stigma and discrimination. With support from AmplifyChange, Community Concerns Uganda …

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Knowledge, Restrictions, and Experiences of Adolescent girls during Menstruation; A mixed baseline survey in 21 schools and surrounding villages in Jinja and Mayuge districts.
CCUg
2019
Generic
Health Research

Background: Due to several stereotypes and misconceptions, many girls in Uganda face several restrictions during menstruation that affect their social lives, including school attendance and engagement in other activities. In …

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Baseline Survey Report: Impact of sanitary facilities on Menstrual Hygiene and Management among adolescent girls in 3 rural schools in Jinja and Mayuge districts
CCUg
2019
Generic
Health Research

Introduction: The ability to manage one s menstrual health with adequate knowledge, safety and dignity without stigma is an essential human right. However, in low-income settings like Uganda, inadequate Menstrual …

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Addressing Mental Health Challenges due to COVID-19 lockdown in Uganda Activity Report Group Therapy among Women Experiencing Depression
CCUg
2021
Generic
Health Research

Introduction: Depression is a prevalent and serious mood disorder characterized by persistent sadness. In Uganda, COVID-19 pandemic containment measures have resulted in the loss of livelihoods to women, causing loss …

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Knowledge, Attitude and Practices of Students Towards WASH and COVID-19 in 2 Primary Schools in Mayuge district.
CCUg
2022
Generic
Health Research

Background: Despite several national efforts, access to sanitation and hygiene is still a challenge in primary schools in Uganda. Though they act as focal centres for initiating change in communities …

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Strategic Plan 2020-2024
CEHURD
Report
Health Research

Our History and IdentityWe are a non-profit, research and advocacy organization which is pioneering thejusticiability of the right to health. Founded in 2010, Center for Health, HumanRights and Development (CEHURD) …

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In access: Monitoring Access to Maternal Health Commodities in Uganda
CEHURD
2011
Report
Health Research

IntroductionIn Uganda, the government is undertaking interventions to improve maternal health outcomes and meet international and national obligations. However, progress has been slow, and the country is unlikely to achieve …

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Rethinking the role of intellectual property policy in the HIV response in the East Africa Community
CEHURD
2012
Report
Health Research

Provisions of the Draft Regional Intellectual Property Policy and Protocol on TRIPS Flexibilitiesand Public Health should be used to improve the anti-counterfeiting legislations beingdeveloped by the East African Community (EAC) …

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