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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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Modifiable lifestyle risk factors for stroke among a high risk hypertensive population in Greater Kampala, Uganda; A cross-sectional study
Sajatovic M, Kaddumukasa M, Katabira E, Kayima J, Nakibuuka J, Blixen C, Welter E
2017
Journal, Article
Health Research

ObjectiveTo describe the modifiable lifestyle risk factors for stroke among a high risk population for stroke. Africa suffers from rapid population growth, adoption of harmful western diets, and increased prevalence …

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Epilepsy misconceptions and stigma reduction interventions in sub-Saharan Africa, a systematic review
Sajatovic M, Kaddumukasa M, Katabira E, Sewankambo N, Buwembo W, Kaddumukasa MN, Lhatoo S, Blixen C, Munabi IG
2018
Journal, Article
Health Research

Objective: This systematic review identified papers that described epilepsy misconceptions or stigma in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) and research interventions focused on reducing these misconceptions.Materials and methods: Publications in the English …

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Feasibility study of a targeted self-management intervention for reducing stroke risk factors in a high-risk population in Uganda
Mugenyi L, Sajatovic M, Kaddumukasa M, Katabira E, Furlan A, Nakibuuka J, Blixen C, Namusoke O, Birungi D, Kabaala B
2018
Journal, Article
Health Research

Introduction: Stroke remains a global concern due to increasing lifespan, patterns of industrialization, adoption of harmful western diets, and an increasing prevalence of risk factors such as hypertension, obesity, and …

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Intervention to reduce epilepsy-associated stigma
Katabira E., Kaddumukasa M., Sajatovic M.
2019
Journal, Article
Health Research
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Seizure severity is associated with poor quality of life in people living with epilepsy (PLWE) in Uganda: A cross-sectional study
Mugenyi L, Sajatovic M, Kaddumukasa M, Katabira E, Sewankambo N, Lhatoo S, Blixen C
2019
Journal, Article
Health Research

Rationale: There is a paucity of information about the association of seizure severity and quality of life (QoL) in people living with epilepsy (PLWE) in sub-Saharan Africa. We evaluated the …

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Knowledge and attitudes about sudden death in epilepsy among people living with epilepsy and their healthcare providers in Mulago Hospital, Uganda: A cross-sectional study
Sajatovic M, Mwesiga E, Kaddumukasa M, Katabira E, Sewankambo N, Lhatoo S, Blixen C
2020
Journal, Article
Health Research

ObjectiveThe objective of the study was to assess level of knowledge and attitudes of SUDEP among people living with epilepsy (PLWE) and healthcare workers providing epilepsy care in Uganda.MethodsThis cross-sectional …

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Barriers to biomedical care for people with epilepsy in Uganda: A cross-sectional study
Nakasujja N, Nakku J, Haglund MM, Kaddumukasa M, Kakooza-Mwesige A, Fuller AT, Kajumba M, Kaddumukasa MN, Smith PJ, Bobholz S and others...
2021
Journal, Article
Health Research

Objective: Epilepsy, a neurological disorder with effective biomedical treatment, remains largely untreated in Uganda. Potential reasons for this treatment gap (TG) include limited access to trained providers and clinics, social …

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Epilepsy beliefs and misconceptions among patient and community samples in Uganda
Nakasujja N, Nakku J, Haglund MM, Kaddumukasa M, Kakooza-Mwesige A, Fuller AT, Kajumba M, Kaddumukasa MN, Smith PJ, Bobholz S and others...
2021
Journal, Article
Health Research

Objective: The objective of the study was to characterize and compare the attitudes, beliefs, and perceptions about epilepsy across community and patient cohorts in Uganda.Methods: This was a descriptive study …

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A mixed-methods, cross-sectional study of perceived stigma among Ugandans with epilepsy
Sajatovic M, Kaddumukasa M, Katabira E, Nalubwama H, Sewankambo N, Blixen C
2022
Journal, Article
Health Research

Background: Epilepsy is associated with stigma and negatively impacts the lives of people living with epilepsy (PLWE) and theirimmediate families. More understanding of the stigma and discrimination experienced by PLWE …

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Bacteriuria among Adult Non-Pregnant Women Attending Mulago Hospital Assessment Centre in Uganda
Kaddu-Mulindwa D, Mayanja-Kizza H, Kigonya E, Mwaka A. D
2011
Journal, Article
Health Research

Background: Urinary tract infections (UTIs) in women are a common problem in primary health care settings. Resistance of bacterial uropathogens to commonly used antibiotics is common in many places. Objectives: …

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