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View article: SOCIO-ECONOMIC SIGNIFICANCE OF BRUCELLOSIS IN POST CONFLICT NORTHERN UGANDA
SOCIO-ECONOMIC SIGNIFICANCE OF BRUCELLOSIS IN POST CONFLICT NORTHERN UGANDA Open
Brucellosis is a zoonotic disease with significant social and economic impacts. Aim: This study aimed at investigating the social and economic impacts of human and bovine brucellosis in post-conflict northern Uganda. Method: A total of 46 …
View article: The role of sanitation behavior as a driver for antimicrobial resistance in Escherichia coli among lakeshore residents around Lake Victoria, Uganda
The role of sanitation behavior as a driver for antimicrobial resistance in Escherichia coli among lakeshore residents around Lake Victoria, Uganda Open
Background Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a growing global public health threat, particularly in low- and middle-income countries like Uganda, where poor sanitation, irrational antibiotic use, and environmental contamination exacerbate …
View article: Relationship between nutritional practices and nutritional status of pregnant adolescents in Adjumani town council. A cross-sectional study.
Relationship between nutritional practices and nutritional status of pregnant adolescents in Adjumani town council. A cross-sectional study. Open
View article: Prevalence of common conditions and associated mortalities of dogs treated at the small animal clinic, Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda
Prevalence of common conditions and associated mortalities of dogs treated at the small animal clinic, Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda Open
View article: Perceived drivers of the Ebola virus disease outbreak in Mubende and Kassanda districts, Uganda: a qualitative study
Perceived drivers of the Ebola virus disease outbreak in Mubende and Kassanda districts, Uganda: a qualitative study Open
Introduction During the most recent Ebola virus disease (EVD) outbreak in Uganda, a cluster of community deaths with epidemiological linkages to the first reported case were identified to have occurred in Mubende, Kassanda and Kampala dist…
View article: Prevalence, resistance profiles and factors associated with skin and soft-tissue infections at Jinja regional referral hospital: A retrospective study
Prevalence, resistance profiles and factors associated with skin and soft-tissue infections at Jinja regional referral hospital: A retrospective study Open
Skin and soft-tissue infections (SSTI) are common cases of hospital-acquired infections with aetiological agents exhibiting antimicrobial resistance (AMR). This is a global public health predicament responsible for a high burden of infecti…
View article: Prevalence, Resistance Profiles and Factors Associated with Skin and Soft-Tissue Infections at Jinja Regional Referral Hospital: A Retrospective Study
Prevalence, Resistance Profiles and Factors Associated with Skin and Soft-Tissue Infections at Jinja Regional Referral Hospital: A Retrospective Study Open
Skin and soft-tissue infections (SSTI) are common cases of hospital-acquired infections with aetiologic agents exhibiting antimicrobial resistance (AMR). We determined the prevalence, proportion of laboratory-investigated cases, AMR-profil…
View article: Antimicrobial susceptibility profiles of Staphylococcus aureus in cattle and humans in farming communities of Isingiro and Kamuli districts, Uganda
Antimicrobial susceptibility profiles of Staphylococcus aureus in cattle and humans in farming communities of Isingiro and Kamuli districts, Uganda Open
View article: Assessment of Factories on Adherence to COVID-19 Standard Operating Procedures: A Case Study of Wakiso, Mukono, Buikwe, and Jinja Districts, Uganda
Assessment of Factories on Adherence to COVID-19 Standard Operating Procedures: A Case Study of Wakiso, Mukono, Buikwe, and Jinja Districts, Uganda Open
Background. Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Uganda confirmed the first case of COVID-19 on 21st March, 2020, which led to the first total lockdown in the country. During the lockdown,…
View article: KNOWLEDGE OF HEALTH CARE WORKERS TOWARDS THE MANAGEMENT OF SEVERE ACUTE MALNUTRITION IN INFANTS UNDER SIX MONTHS IN ADJUMANI HOSPITAL UGANDA. A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY.
KNOWLEDGE OF HEALTH CARE WORKERS TOWARDS THE MANAGEMENT OF SEVERE ACUTE MALNUTRITION IN INFANTS UNDER SIX MONTHS IN ADJUMANI HOSPITAL UGANDA. A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY. Open
View article: KNOWLEDGE OF HEALTH CARE WORKERS TOWARDS THE MANAGEMENT OF SEVERE ACUTE MALNUTRITION IN INFANTS UNDER SIX MONTHS IN ADJUMANI HOSPITAL UGANDA. A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY.
KNOWLEDGE OF HEALTH CARE WORKERS TOWARDS THE MANAGEMENT OF SEVERE ACUTE MALNUTRITION IN INFANTS UNDER SIX MONTHS IN ADJUMANI HOSPITAL UGANDA. A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY. Open
View article: FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH FOOD INSECURITY AMONG ELDERLY RECEIVING SOCIAL GRANTS IN NAZIGO SUB COUNTY, KAYUNGA DISTRICT. A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY.
FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH FOOD INSECURITY AMONG ELDERLY RECEIVING SOCIAL GRANTS IN NAZIGO SUB COUNTY, KAYUNGA DISTRICT. A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY. Open
View article: ASSOCIATION BETWEEN BEHAVIOURAL FACTORS AND OVERWEIGHT/OBESITY AMONG PEOPLE LIVING WITH HIV AT KAJJANSI HEALTH CENTRE IV. A CROSS SECTIONAL STUDY.
ASSOCIATION BETWEEN BEHAVIOURAL FACTORS AND OVERWEIGHT/OBESITY AMONG PEOPLE LIVING WITH HIV AT KAJJANSI HEALTH CENTRE IV. A CROSS SECTIONAL STUDY. Open
View article: Mentorship of the next generation of One Health workers through experiential learning: A case of students of Makerere University
Mentorship of the next generation of One Health workers through experiential learning: A case of students of Makerere University Open
Multiple zoonotic disease outbreaks occurred in Uganda over the past two decades and have needed operationalization of the One Health (OH) Approach to respond effectively. Between 2016 and 2018, the African One Health University Network (A…
View article: Prevalence and predictors of tuberculosis among HIV patients who completed isoniazid preventive therapy (IPT) at Reach out Mbuya community health initiative
Prevalence and predictors of tuberculosis among HIV patients who completed isoniazid preventive therapy (IPT) at Reach out Mbuya community health initiative Open
View article: Prevalence and predisposing factors of covid-19 in Bwindi -Mgahinga mountain gorilla conservation area landscape, Uganda
Prevalence and predisposing factors of covid-19 in Bwindi -Mgahinga mountain gorilla conservation area landscape, Uganda Open
Background: Mountain gorillas are endangered primate that share 99% of their DNA with humans. It is possible that the now mutated form of SARS-CoV2 in humans could spread to these endangered species. To estimate the potential risk of sprea…
View article: Geographic distribution and predictors of diagnostic delays among possible TB patients in Uganda
Geographic distribution and predictors of diagnostic delays among possible TB patients in Uganda Open
BACKGROUND: Understanding the geographic distribution and factors associated with delayed TB diagnosis may help target interventions to reduce delays and improve patient outcomes. METHODS: We conducted a secondary analysis of adults underg…
View article: Prevention of human exposure to livestock faecal waste in the household: a scoping study of interventions conducted in sub-Saharan Africa
Prevention of human exposure to livestock faecal waste in the household: a scoping study of interventions conducted in sub-Saharan Africa Open
View article: Comparison of patient length of stay in care between home-based care and hospitalized covid-19 patients in northern and West Nile regions, Uganda
Comparison of patient length of stay in care between home-based care and hospitalized covid-19 patients in northern and West Nile regions, Uganda Open
SARS-CoV-2-caused COVID-19 was first detected in Wuhan, China, in December 2019. Uganda reported her first COVID-19 case on March 21, 2020. The pandemic placed an enormous burden on health systems across the world. This retrospective cross…
View article: Antimicrobial Resistance profiles of staphylococcus aureus in farming communities of Isingiro and Kamuli districts, Uganda
Antimicrobial Resistance profiles of staphylococcus aureus in farming communities of Isingiro and Kamuli districts, Uganda Open
Background: Bacterial resistance to antibiotics is fast becoming a big challenge as resistance to multiple drugs is rising rapidly. The emergence of resistant Staphylococcus aureus worldwide is life-threatening in both humans and animals a…
View article: Animal Source Foods Quality and Safety Standards Implementation in Uganda. A Review
Animal Source Foods Quality and Safety Standards Implementation in Uganda. A Review Open
Background The agriculture sector is crucial in economic development of Uganda, with products generating revenue at local, regional (neighbouring countries) and global markets (especially European Union and Arab countries). To maintain mar…
View article: Prevalence and predictors of tuberculosis among HIV patients who completed isoniazid preventive therapy (IPT) at Reach out Mbuya community health initiative
Prevalence and predictors of tuberculosis among HIV patients who completed isoniazid preventive therapy (IPT) at Reach out Mbuya community health initiative Open
Background Tuberculosis (TB) continues to be the leading cause of morbidity and mortality among human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infected individuals in Sub Saharan Africa, including Uganda. Isoniazid prophylaxis therapy (IPT) is a major…
View article: Seroprevalence of brucellosis in humans, knowledge and practices among patients and medical practitioners in Wakiso district, Uganda
Seroprevalence of brucellosis in humans, knowledge and practices among patients and medical practitioners in Wakiso district, Uganda Open
Background In Uganda, brucellosis remains an endemic public health concern that requires adequate knowledge among the public and medical practitioners to reduce risk of transmission, correctly diagnose and manage infected humans. This stud…
View article: Second-line drug resistance markers as proxy indicators of time to sputum culture conversion among second-line drug resistant tuberculosis patients tested in Uganda: A cross-sectional study
Second-line drug resistance markers as proxy indicators of time to sputum culture conversion among second-line drug resistant tuberculosis patients tested in Uganda: A cross-sectional study Open
Background Increased tuberculosis disease burden arises as a result of low treatment success rates stemming from the emergence of second-line drug resistance. We aimed at determining the usefulness of second-line drug (SLD) resistance mark…
View article: Pigs' management practices and exposure to Trichinella spp. in pigs and warthogs in the northern area of Senegal
Pigs' management practices and exposure to Trichinella spp. in pigs and warthogs in the northern area of Senegal Open
Background and Aim: Trichinellosis is a neglected and emerging foodborne zoonosis in Africa. Trichinella infection occurs through the consumption of raw or undercooked infected meat and meat products. This study aimed to assess pigs' manag…
View article: Assessment of Compliance to Animal Source Foods Quality and Safety Standards in Uganda. A Case of Kampala and Mbarara Districts
Assessment of Compliance to Animal Source Foods Quality and Safety Standards in Uganda. A Case of Kampala and Mbarara Districts Open
Animal source foods (ASFs) can be sources of illness when poorly handled both at the farms and during processing. Efforts have been undertaken by government to promote good food standards, quality and safety but have not paid off due to li…
View article: Prevalence of Helicobacter pylori among Patients with Gastrointestinal Tract (GIT) Symptoms: A Retrospective Study at Selected Africa Air Rescue (AAR) Clinics in Kampala, Uganda, from 2015 to 2019
Prevalence of Helicobacter pylori among Patients with Gastrointestinal Tract (GIT) Symptoms: A Retrospective Study at Selected Africa Air Rescue (AAR) Clinics in Kampala, Uganda, from 2015 to 2019 Open
Background. Helicobacter pylori (HP) infection is extremely common worldwide, with almost half of the world’s population infected. In Uganda, no study has been done on the trends of the prevalence of H. pylori infection in the affluent pop…
View article: Modeling the Spread of Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome Among Pig Farms in Lira District of Northern Uganda
Modeling the Spread of Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome Among Pig Farms in Lira District of Northern Uganda Open
Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome (PRRS) is a viral swine disease that causes reproductive failure in breeding sows and respiratory distress in growing pigs. The main objectives were to simulate the transmission patterns of PRR…
View article: Evaluation of a Sample Pooling Strategy for Sars-cov-2 Using Real Time PCR
Evaluation of a Sample Pooling Strategy for Sars-cov-2 Using Real Time PCR Open
Back ground: Corona Virus Disease 2019 (COVID 19) in Uganda was first reported in a male traveler from Dubai on 21 st March, 2020 shortly after WHO had announced the condition as a global pandemic. Timely laboratory diagnosis of COVID -19 …
View article: <em> Taenia solium </em> cysticercosis survey at a slaughterhouse in Kampala, Uganda
<em> Taenia solium </em> cysticercosis survey at a slaughterhouse in Kampala, Uganda Open
A survey was conducted at Wambizi slaughterhouse in Kampala City, Uganda, to ascertain the prevalence of Taenia species infection in pigs via serology, as well as the role of meat inspection in control of these parasitic conditions in carc…