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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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The prevalence and burden of symptoms amongst cancer patients attending palliative care in two African countries
Harding R, Downing J, Higginson IJ, Selman L, Agupio G, Dinat N, Gwyther L, Mashao T, Mmoledi K, Sebuyira LM and others...
2011
Journal, Article
Health Research

Background: The majority of cancer presentations in Africa are advanced and incurable, with incidence of malignancies projected to increase significantly. Despite the African cancer burden, almost nothing is known about …

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The path to longer and healthier lives for all Africans by 2030: the Lancet Commission on the future of health in sub-Saharan Africa
Tlou Sheila, Agyepong Irene Akua, Sewankambo Nelson, Binagwaho Agnes, Coll-Seck Awa Marie, Corrah Tumani, Ezeh Alex, Fekadu Abebaw, Kilonzo Nduku, Lamptey Peter and others...
2017
Journal, Article
Health Research

The article offers information on the creation of the Lancet Commission which aims to create policies and programmes related to public health and disease prevention as well as examine the …

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Beyond 'test and treat' - malaria diagnosis for improved pediatric fever management in sub-Saharan Africa
Johansson EW
2016
Journal, Article
Health Research

Background: Malaria rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs) have great potential to improve quality care and rational drug use in malaria-endemic settings although studies have shown common RDT non-compliance. Yet, evidence has …

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Strengthening the primary care workforce to deliver high-quality care for non-communicable diseases in refugee settings: lessons learnt from a UNHCR partnership
Harris Philippa, Kirkland Ros, Masanja Saimon, Peter Le Feuvre, Montgomery Sarah, Ansbro Ãimhín, Woodman Michael, Harris Matthew
2022
Journal, Article
Health Research

Non-communicable disease (NCD) prevention and care in humanitarian contexts has been a long-neglected issue. Healthcare systems in humanitarian settings have focused heavily on communicable diseases and immediate life-saving health needs. …

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Predictive utility of tuberculosis symptom screening for children and adolescents living with HIV in six high HIV/TB burden countries in eastern and southern Africa.
Haq H., Vonasek B., Dhillon D., Devezin T., Sanders J., Kay A., Bacha J., Simon K., Mandalakas A.
2020
Journal, Article
Health Research

BACKGROUND: The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates tuberculosis (TB) accounted for 40,000 deaths in children living with HIV in 2017. Early detection and treatment of TB reduces mortality in children …

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Gender relations, gender-based violence and sport for development and peace: Questions, concerns and cautions emerging from Uganda
Hayhurst L M.C, MacNeill M, Kidd B, Knoppers A
2014
Journal, Article
Health Research

In this study we discuss how gender relations are influenced by a âgirls onlyâ martial arts-basedsport, gender and development (SGD) programme that aims to improve young women's discipline,leadership skills and …

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Prevalence, determinants and impact of unawareness about the health consequences of tobacco use among 17 929 school personnel in 29 African countries
Agaku I T, Filippidis F T
2014
Journal, Article
Health Research

Objectives To assess prevalence, determinants and impact of unawareness about the health consequences of tobacco use among school personnel in Africa.Design Cross-sectional surveys.Setting Twenty-nine African countries.Participants Representative samples of school …

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In her own words: An exploration of immigrant women's experiences of reproductive health care through ethnographic narrative
Hoyt Margaret Anne
2010
Dissertation
Health Research

Reproductive health deeply affects immigrant women's physical, social and cultural lives; however, accessing culturally appropriate health care is often challenging. This thesis employs feminist research methods as well as critical …

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Successful antiretroviral therapy delivery and retention in care among asymptomatic individuals with high CD4+T-cell counts above 350 cells/ml in rural Uganda
Amanyire G, Kwarisiima D, Kabami J, Chamie G, Jain V, Black D, Kamya M R, Clark T D, Charlebois E D, Havlir D V and others...
2014
Journal, Article
Health Research

Background: HIV antiretroviral therapy (ART) is being rapidly scaled up in sub-Saharan Africa, including recently patients with CD4+ T-cell counts above 350 cells/μl. However, concerns persist about adherence and virologic …

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