Background:The Ministry of Health is drafting a policy that aims at integrating health services delivery for people above 60 years within the existing delivery structures in Uganda. To inform their …
Ndom P,
Gakwaya A,
Huo DZ,
Hou NQ,
Jombwe J,
Ogundiran T,
Ademola A,
Morhason-Bello I,
Ojengbede O
2014
Journal,
Article
Health Research
Background: Physical activity (PA) is modifiable and linked to decreased breast cancer risk but its impact has not been investigated among indigenous African populations.Methods: From 2011 to 2013, 558 cases …
Koukounari A,
Hough A,
Shakur-Still H,
Roberts I,
Lawn J E
2021
Journal,
Article
Health Research
Objective: To describe the rates and risk factors for stillbirth and preâdischarge neonatalmortality (PDNM), and impact on quality of life (QoL) among women with postpartumhemorrhage (PPH).Methods: A secondary analysis was …
The lack of consensus in the psychology literature with respect to operational definitions of sexual violence experiences (SVEs) such as rape, sexual assault, sexual abuse, and so on has been …
This dissertation examines the rhetorical strategies, underpinnings, and justifications of Black Disaporic religious rhetoric and pastoral communication surrounding the HIV/AIDS crisis that disproportionately affects people of African descent. Specifically, this …
Gibb Diana M.,
Houston Kirsty A.,
Gibb Jack,
Olupot-Olupot Peter,
Obonyo Nchafatso,
Mpoya Ayub,
Nakuya Margaret,
Muhindo Rita,
Uyoga Sophie,
Evans Jennifer A.
and others...
2019
Journal,
Article
Health Research
MEDLINE Abstract: BACKGROUND:<BR>World Health Organization rehydration management guidelines (plan C) for severe dehydration are widely practiced in resource-poor settings, but never formally evaluated in a trial. The Fluid Expansion as …
Houwert R. M.,
Wijdicks F. J.,
Steins Bisschop C.,
Verleisdonk E. J.,
Kruyt M.,
Houwert R. Marijn,
Wijdicks Frans-Jasper,
Steins Bisschop Charlotte,
Verleisdonk Egbert-Jan,
Kruyt Moyo
2012
Journal,
Article
Health Research
Purpose: The optimal surgical approach for displaced midshaft clavicle fracture remains controversial. The objective of this systematic review is to compare functional outcome and complications after plate fixation and intramedullary …
Longenecker CT,
Lwabi P,
Namuyonga J,
Okello E,
Beaton A,
Sable C,
Hovis IW,
Kisitu GP,
Ndagire E,
Sanyahumbi A
and others...
2019
Journal,
Article
Health Research
Background: There is geographical overlap between areas endemic for rheumatic heart disease (RHD) and those endemic for HIV. A recent pilot study demonstrated that children living with HIV might be …
How can resource-deprived countries accelerate progress towards Universal Health Coverage? Here we extend the analysis of Nanini and colleagues to investigate a case-study of Uganda, where despite high-level commitments, health …
Introduction Despite international organisations providing much focus over the past 10 years, malaria is still killing vast numbers of Africans, especially children. It is agreed that malaria can only be …
Howard CM,
Handzel T,
Hill VR,
Grytdal SP,
Blanton C,
Kamili S,
Drobeniuc J,
Hu D,
Teshale E
2010
Journal,
Article
Health Research
An outbreak of hepatitis E virus (HEV) began in October 2007 in northern Uganda To determine risk factors and sources for ongoing transmission we conducted both a case-control study and …
