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Are hospital-based Emergency Medical Services effective and efficient; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2010
brief
Health Research

Background: Effective Emergency Medical Services (EMS) aim to provide timely care for medical emergencies, including pre-hospital care, transfer, and in-hospital treatment. A well-coordinated, designed, and locally appropriate system is crucial …

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How can Community Health Workers be used to empower communities; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2010
brief
Health Research

Background: Community empowerment enables people to increase control over their lives and decisions, implying ownership and action towards social and developmental change. Effective empowerment strategies build on authentic participation, autonomy …

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How safe is the practice of Reflexology; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2010
brief
Health Research

Background: Reflexology is a therapeutic method of relieving pain by stimulating predefined pressure points on the feet and hands. While its popularity has increased, the safety of reflexology has not …

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What are the best methods for involving patients in health system decision-making in Uganda; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2010
brief
Health Research

Background: The involvement of patients and the community in health care is widely acknowledged for its potential to improve the availability and relevance of health services and to promote participative …

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What are the effects and guidelines of mass immunization of health workers against Hepatitis B; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2010
brief
Health Research

Background: Hepatitis B is a major global occupational health hazard, with healthcare workers having a higher prevalence of HBV infection than the general population. Vaccination is recommended to reduce the …

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What does policy implementation monitoring entail; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2010
brief
Health Research

Background:Monitoring is essential for policymakers, government officials, development managers, and civil society to learn from past experiences, improve service delivery and plan and allocate resources. In addition, it helps to …

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What is the appropriate malaria treatment for a low-income endemic country like Uganda; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2010
brief
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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What should be included in an optimal package of interventions to prevent the spread of HIV and manage HIV/AIDS; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2010
brief
Health Research

Background: HIV/AIDS prevention and management requires a multi-pronged approach, including clinical and public health interventions.Rapid Response Question: What should be included in an optimal package of interventions to prevent the …

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Are herbal photolarvicides efficient and safe to use in vector management; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2011
brief
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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Can decentralization of health services improve health service delivery in Uganda; A Rapid Response Brief
ACRES
2011
brief
Health Research

Background: Many developing countries face challenges in providing quality and equitable healthcare, especially to marginalized populations. Decentralization, a political reform aimed at reducing central influence and increasing local autonomy, has …

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Why Women at High Risk for HIV-1 Infection Did Not Join the VOICE Study in Uganda: A Qualitative Community Study
Kabwigu Samuel, Kemigisha Doreen, Nanziri Sophie C., Ndawula Patrick, Nanyonga Stella, Etima Juliane, Kiweewa Flavia M., White Rhonda, Noguchi Lisa, Nakabiito Clemensia
2014
Journal, Article
Health Research
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COVID-19 PICU guidelines: for high- and limited-resource settings
Kache S., Chisti M.J., Gumbo F., Mupere E., Zhi X., Nallasamy K., Nakagawa S., Lee J.H., Di Nardo M., de la Oliva P. and others...
2020
Journal, Article
Health Research

Background: Fewer children than adults have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, and the clinical manifestations are distinct from those of adults. Some children particularly those with acute or chronic …

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Financial Implications of Male Circumcision Scale-Up for the Prevention of HIV and Other Sexually Transmitted Infections in a Sub-Saharan African Community
Kacker S, Gray RH, Quinn TC, Tobian AAR, Frick KD
2013
Journal, Article
Health Research

Background: The financial implications of male circumcision ( MC) scale-up in sub-Saharan Africa associated with reduced HIV have been evaluated. However, no analysis has incorporated the expected reduction of a …

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Caring for preterm babies is a test of how we respond to our most vulnerable citizens
Kadaga Rebecca, da Silva Jarbas Barbosa, Jr., Featherstone Lynne
2013
Journal, Article
Health Research
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Rheumatic manifestations among HIV positive adults attending the Infectious Disease Clinic at Mulago hospital
Ddumba E, Kaddu-Mukasa M, Ssekasanvu E, Thomas D, Katabira E T
2011
Journal, Article
Health Research

Background: Rheumatic manifestations in HIV are common and sometimes the initial presentation of thedisease. HIV is now a common infection at the Infectious Disease Clinic, Mulago. The spectrum of jointdiseases …

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Occurence of Culturable Vibrio cholerae from Lake Victoria, and Rift Valley Lakes Albert and George, Uganda
Kaddumukasa M, Nsubuga D, Muyodi F J
2012
Journal, Article
Health Research

Vibrio cholerae, a bacterium that causes cholera, poses a human health risk when consumed via untreated or contaminated water. Monthly investigations into the presence of V. cholerae from Lakes Albert, …

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Poststroke Hypertension in Africa
Kaddumukasa M, Ddumba E, Duncan P, Goldstein LB
2012
Journal, Article
Health Research

Background and Purpose-Little is known about the frequency of hypertension and related knowledge in Africans who have had a stroke. The objective of this study was to determine the frequency …

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Neuromyelitis optica in a Ugandan woman: A case report
Musubire A, Kaddumukasa M, Katabira E, Matovu S
2013
Journal, Article
Health Research

Introduction: Few cases of neuromyelitis optica have been reported in Africa. This is the first case report ofneuromyelitis optica in Uganda. It highlights the need to have a high index …

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The frequency and precipitating factors for breakthrough seizures among patients with epilepsy in Uganda
Kaddumukasa M, Katabira E, Matovu S
2013
Journal, Article
Health Research

Background: Epilepsy is one of the major brain disorders worldwide. Breakthrough seizures carry a heavy burdenof epilepsy, with increased morbidity and risk of premature mortality. Several factors have been suggested …

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Global medical education partnerships to expand specialty expertise: A case report on building neurology clinical and research capacity
Mayanja-Kizza H, Sajatovic M, Salata R A, Longenecker C T, Kaddumukasa M, Ddumba E, Katabira E, Kamya M R, Sewankambo N, Kakooza-Mwesige A and others...
2014
Journal, Article
Health Research

BackgroundNeurological disorders are a common cause of morbidity and mortality in sub-Saharan African, but resources for their management are scarce. Collaborations between training institutions in developed and resource-limited countries can …

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