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The role of social media in accessing and utilizing Sexual and Reproductive Health Services among adolescents and youths in Lower and Middle-Income Countries
Ethiopian Public Health Institute (EPHI)
2024
Rapid Review, Rapid Evidence Review
Health Research

Sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) are fundamental to universal health coverage (UHC) and ensuring that all individuals can access and receive quality health services and information, without discrimination …

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Challenges and Opportunities Female Entrepreneurs Face in Ethiopia
Ethiopian Public Health Institute (EPHI)
2024
Rapid Review, Rapid Evidence Review
Health Research

Despite making nearly half of the world's population, women are underrepresented in every industry. A nation's overall development greatly depends on the economic empowerment of women. Despite this, prejudice, a …

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What is the appropriate malaria treatment for a low-income endemic country like Uganda; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2010
Rapid Review
Health Research

Background: The treatment of malaria in endemic, low-income countries is complicated by increasing resistance to anti-malarial medicines and challenges in accessing these medicines. The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued …

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Covid-19 control: How can an LMIC implement a jurisdictional lockdown to prevent spread of infection in the community; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2020
Rapid Review
Health Research

Background: The WHO declared Covid-19 a pandemic. At this stage in many countries, one of the questions yet to be answered with certainty is where a good proportion of people …

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What are the arrangement options for the accreditation of health service providers in low and middle-income countries (LMICs); A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2012
Rapid Review
Health Research

Background:National accreditation systems aim to provide accreditation services to healthcare facilities. Accreditation can be used at the national level for external assessment of health services and as a tool for …

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Scale-up strategies for the MoHâs âTransformative leadership and cultural change collaborative initiativeâ in Uganda; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2021
Rapid Review
Health Research

Background:The Ministry of Health (MoH) has collaborated with Spark Health Africa to pilot an initiative aimed at improving health system resilience in 10 districts in Uganda - the âTransformative leadership …

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Strategies for reducing mortality due to motorcycle accidents; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2024
Rapid Review
Health Research

Background: The rise in morbidity and mortality from motorcycle-related injuries is concerning, especially with the increasing popularity of motorcycles for transportation. Despite this trend, the management of crash victims has …

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Why immunisation coverage is not recovering; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2024
Rapid Review
Health Research

Background:The Uganda Ministry of Health monitors HPV screening through district-level data collection, incentivizing active monitoring. In Mukono District, efforts have focused on educating HIV-infected women and providing sample self-collection kits …

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Does introducing deliveries at Health Center II improve maternal outcomes; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2011
Rapid Review
Health Research

Background: In low and middle-income countries, a significant proportion of maternal deaths are due to preventable obstetric complications. Physical access to healthcare remains a substantial barrier in many regions, including …

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What is the evidence for the effectiveness, safety and acceptability of âReady-To-Use Feedsâ; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2011
Rapid Review
Health Research

Background: Malnutrition rates in Uganda are high, with a significant proportion of children under 5 suffering from chronic and acute malnutrition. Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Foods (RUTF), known as RUTAFA in Uganda, …

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Better nutrition for children in Uganda The policy makers role
Kasirye Ibrahim
2012
Report
Health Research

Uganda has made tremendous progress in improving welfare outcomes in the past 20 years, some key welfare outcomes especially regarding nutritional status have performed dismally. For instance, the proportion of …

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The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the provision & utilisation of primary health care services in Goma, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kambia district, Sierra Leone & Masaka district, Uganda
Ruzagira E., Kavunga-Membo H., Kasonia K., Tindanbil D., Kitonsa J., Baisley K., Zalwango F., Enria L., Mansaray A., James M. and others...
2022
Journal, Article
Health Research

Introduction This study aimed to determine whether the COVID-19 pandemic had an impact on the number of people seen at public facilities in Uganda, the Democratic Republic of the Congo …

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Intermittent Versus Daily Pulmonary Tuberculosis Treatment Regimens: A Meta-Analysis
Kasozi Samuel, Clark Justin, Doi Suhail A. R.
2015
Journal, Article
Health Research

MEDLINE Abstract: BACKGROUND:<BR>Several systematic reviews suggest that intermittent pulmonary tuberculosis (TB) chemotherapy is effective, but intensity (daily versus intermittent) and duration of rifampicin use (intensive phase only versus both phases) …

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A study on visual, audio and tactile reaction time among medical students at Kampala International University in Uganda
Kasozi KI, Mbiydzneyuy NE, Namubiru S, Safiriyu AA, Sulaiman SO, Okpanachi AO, Ninsiima HI
2018
Journal, Article
Health Research

Background: Reaction time (RT) is an indicator of neural activity, however, its variation due to visual (VRT), audio (ART) and tactile (TRT) in African medical students has not been investigated. …

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Inorganic pollutants in edible grasshoppers (Ruspolia nitidula) of Uganda and their major public health implications
Kasozi KI, Namazi C, Basemera E, Atuheire C, Odwee A, Majalija S, Kateregga JN
2019
Journal, Article
Health Research

Background: Inorganic contamination of food products is associated with adverse health effects, however, information on grasshoppers in Africa is sparse. The objective of the study was to determine antioxidant, heavy …

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Safety of Drinking Water from Primary Water Sources and Implications for the General Public in Uganda
Ssempijja F, Tamale A, Tayebwa DS, Kasozi KI, Namubiru S, Okpanachi AO, Kamugisha R, Eze ED, Kinyi HW, Atusiimirwe JK and others...
2019
Journal, Article
Health Research

Background. There is scarcity of information about the quality and safety of drinking water in Africa. Without such vital information, sustainable development goal number 6 which promotes availability and sustainable …

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Inorganic pollutants in edible grasshoppers (Ruspolia nitidula) of Uganda and their major public health implications
KasoziKeneth Iceland, Namazi Catherine, Basemera Elizabeth, Atuheire Collins, Odwee Ambrose, Majalija Samuel, Kateregga John N.
2019
Journal, Article
Health Research

MEDLINE Abstract: Background:<BR>Inorganic contamination of food products is associated with adverse health effects, however, information on grasshoppers in Africa is sparse. The objective of the study was to determine antioxidant, …

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Caregivers' treatment-seeking behaviors and practices in Uganda-A systematic review (Part II)
Kassam R, Collins JB, Liow E, Rasool N
2015
Journal, Article
Health Research

Prompt treatment with artemisinin combination therapies (ACTs) remains the cornerstone for managing uncomplicated malaria caused by Plasmodium falciparum. In accordance with global initiatives to curb malaria, the Ugandan government pledged …

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Narrative review of current context of malaria and management strategies in Uganda (Part I)
Kassam R, Collins JB, Liow E, Rasool N
2015
Journal, Article
Health Research

In accordance with international targets, the Uganda National Malaria Control Strategic Plan established specific targets to be achieved by 2010. For children under five, this included increasing the number of …

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Assets and challenges facing caregivers when managing malaria in young children in rural Uganda
Kassam R, Collins J, Sekiwunga R
2016
Journal, Article
Health Research

Background: Despite efforts to improve malaria management for children, a substantial gap remains between policy and practice in Uganda. The aim of this study was to create quantitative profiles of …

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