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Impact of Acting District Health Officers on Health Services Delivery within their Respective Jurisidictions; A Case for Advocacy; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2020
Rapid Review
Health Research

Background:The staffing norms for the districts in Uganda require that each district has a District Health Officer (DHO) who is a qualified medical docor with additional training in â¦â¦. However, …

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How can the sustainability of a public health (food fortification) program be ensured; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2011
Rapid Review
Health Research

Background: Knowledge about health program planning, implementation, and evaluation is abundant, but information on health promotion program sustainability is less available and often fragmented. Sustainability is important to public health …

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Strategies to improve vaccination data capture in Ugandaâs health information management system; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2024
Rapid Review
Health Research

Background: In Mukono District, Uganda, the issue of zero-dose childrenâthose who have notreceived any routine vaccinationsâarises from discrepancies, for instance, in populationdenominator data, delayed reporting through the Health Management Information …

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Considerations for Improving HPV Vaccination Uptake among Adolescent girls in Mukono district; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2021
Rapid Review
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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Knowledge Management: How can policy makers improve the use of data in policy discussions and development; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2011
Rapid Review
Health Research

Background: A number of low- and middle-income countries are following the lead of high-income countries like Australia, UK, and Canada, and are increasingly using research evidence in policymaking and practice. …

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What are the key implementation considerations for the national immunization policy; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2013
Rapid Review
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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What are the health effects (benefits and risks) of steam baths (Saunas); A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2012
Rapid Review
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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Are herbal photolarvicides efficient and safe to use in vector management; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2011
Rapid Review
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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What is the effect of counseling in unwanted pregnancy; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2011
Rapid Review
Health Research

Background: Unintended pregnancies affect a significant proportion of women worldwide, with a substantial number leading to induced abortions. In Uganda, a high prevalence of unintended pregnancies and a growing desire …

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Dual employment of health workers: what is it and its impact, why is it present, and what steps the government can take; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2011
Rapid Review
Health Research

Background: The government of Uganda, like many others worldwide, is concerned about dual employment (moonlighting) of health workers. Dual practice is common across countries, even those with strong regulations, and …

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Patterns of injuries after road traffic crashes involving bodabodas
Kigera J W.M, Naddumba E K
2010
Journal, Article
Health Research

BackgroundTrauma is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in Africa. Bodabo-das are a main form of transport in Kampala and are becoming a majorcause of road traffic crashes. We …

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The Impact of Bodaboda Motor Crashes on the Budget for Clinical Services at Mulago Hospital; Kampala
Kigera J, Naddumba E. K, Nguku L
2010
Journal, Article
Health Research

Background: Bodabodas are a common form of transport and are becoming a major cause of road traffic accidents in Uganda. We evaluated the magnitude of injuries related to bodabodas and …

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Frequency of agenesis Palmaris longus through clinical examination: an East African study
Kigera James W. M., Mukwaya Stephen
2011
Journal, Article
Health Research

MEDLINE Abstract: INTRODUCTION: The Palmaris longus, one of the most variable muscles in the body both flexes the wrist and tenses the palmar fascia. It is used by surgeons as …

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Injury to presentation delays among musculoskeletal trauma patients in Uganda
Kigera J. W. M., Naddumba E. K.
2011
Journal, Article
Health Research

AJOL Abstract: Background: Injuries are a common cause of morbidity and mortality in the developing world with road traffic crashes being especially prevalent. Kampala has no organised pre hospital rescue …

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Antibiotic Prescription Patterns in the Management of Open Fractures at Mulago Hospital in Kampala
Kigera J W. M, Shamim M
2012
Journal, Article
Health Research

Background: Open fractures are contaminated and may result in infection. The use ofantibiotics has greatly reduced the risk of infection. We conducted a study in a large teachinghospital to evaluate …

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Is there an increased risk of post-operative surgical site infection after orthopaedic surgery in HIV patients? A systematic review and meta-analysis
Kigera James W. M., Straetemans Masja, Vuhaka Simplice K., Nagel Ingeborg M., Naddumba Edward K., Boer Kimberly
2012
Journal, Article
Health Research

MEDLINE Abstract: BACKGROUND: There is dilemma as to whether patients infected with the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) requiring implant orthopaedic surgery are at an increased risk for post-operative surgical site …

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Evaluation of a Comprehensive Refresher Training Program in Malaria Microscopy Covering Four Districts of Uganda
Kamya MR, Dorsey G, Yeka A, Nsobya SL, Kiggundu M, Filler S, Nasr S
2011
Journal, Article
Health Research

Microscopy remains the gold standard for malaria diagnosis. However, quality microscopy services are severely lacking in most African countries. To improve capacity for malaria microscopy in Uganda, a 3-day refresher …

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Cholestatic hepatic injury due to a thyroid storm: a case report from a resource limited setting
Kibirige Davis, Kiggundu Daniel Sekikubo, Sanya Richard, Mutebi Edrisa
2012
Journal, Article
Health Research

MEDLINE Abstract: INTRODUCTION:<BR>Thyroid storm is an endocrinological emergency caused by an exacerbation of the hyperthyroid state and is characterized by multi organ dysfunction. Liver dysfunction or injury predominantly of a …

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