LLIN Evaluation in Uganda Project (LLINEUP): factors associated with ownership and use of long-lasting insecticidal nets in Uganda: a cross-sectional survey of 48 districts

BackgroundLong-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs) are a key malaria control intervention. To investigate factors associated with ownership and use of LLINs in Uganda, a cross-sectional community survey was conducted in March-June …

Effects of Physical Activity on Breast Cancer Prevention: A Systematic Review

Background: Observational studies have reported an association between physical activity and breast cancer risk reduction. This study aims to evaluate the effect of physical activity on breast cancer prevention. Methods: …

Evidence for both innate and acquired mechanisms of protection from Plasmodium falciparum in children with sickle cell trait

Sickle cell trait (HbAS) is known to be protective against Plasmodium falciparum malaria, but it is unclear when during the course of infection this protection occurs and whether protection is …

Successfully treating refugees' post-traumatic stress symptoms in a Ugandan settlement with group cognitive behaviour therapy

Background:High rates of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are documented within refugee populations. Although research supports effectiveness of trauma-focused cognitive behaviour therapy (TF-CBT) among Western populations, little research exists for its …

Factors influencing students' choices in considering rural radiography careers at Makerere University, Uganda

Utilisation of obstetric sonography at a peri-urban health centre in Uganda.

An exploratory study of the views of Ugandan women and health practitioners on the use of sonography to establish fetal sex

Listening to the voices: An exploratory study of the experiences of women diagnosed and living with breast cancer in Uganda

AbstractIntroduction: Breast cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer deaths amongst Ugandan women. Most women live through challenging andemotional experiences having been diagnosed with breast cancer. The purpose …

A comparative analysis of memory B cell and antibody responses against Plasmodium falciparum merozoite surface protein 1 in children and adults from Uganda

Memory B cells (MBCs) and plasma antibodies against Plasmodium falciparum merozoite antigens are important components of the protective immune response against malaria. To gain understanding of how responses against P. …

Longitudinal analysis of FcRL5 expression and clonal relationships among classical and atypical memory B cells following malaria

Background Chronic and frequently recurring infectious diseases, such as malaria, are associated with expanded populations of atypical memory B cells (MBCs). These cells are different from classical MBCs by the …