A5068869124- Global Maternal and Child Health
- Child Nutrition and Water Access
- Vaccine Coverage and Hesitancy
- COVID-19 epidemiological studies
- Breastfeeding Practices and Influences
- Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health
- Cervical Cancer and HPV Research
- Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet
- Nutritional Studies and Diet
- HIV/AIDS Research and Interventions
- Child Nutrition and Feeding Issues
- Global Cancer Incidence and Screening
- SARS-CoV-2 and COVID-19 Research
- Healthcare Systems and Reforms
- Iron Metabolism and Disorders
- Pregnancy and preeclampsia studies
- Food Security and Health in Diverse Populations
- Hepatitis B Virus Studies
- COVID-19 and Mental Health
- COVID-19 Clinical Research Studies
- Occupational and environmental lung diseases
- Diabetes, Cardiovascular Risks, and Lipoproteins
- COVID-19 Pandemic Impacts
- Preterm Birth and Chorioamnionitis
- COVID-19 and healthcare impacts
Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Centre
2017-2025
Lund University
2023-2025
Africa Academy for Public Health
2025
University of KwaZulu-Natal
2020-2024
Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences
2023
National Institute for Medical Research
2023
Mzumbe University
2023
Ministry of Education and Vocation Training
2023
Christian Medical College & Hospital
2020-2022
Cancer Research And Biostatistics
2020-2022
Abstract Cancer tumor classification based on morphological characteristics alone has been shown to have serious limitations. Breast, lung, colorectal, thyroid, and ovarian are the most commonly diagnosed cancers among women. Precise of into their types is considered a vital problem for cancer diagnosis therapy. In this paper, we proposed stacking ensemble deep learning model one-dimensional convolutional neural network (1D-CNN) perform multi-class five common women RNASeq data. The gene...
Obesity, assessed by body mass index (BMI), is an established risk factor for 13 cancers. We aimed to identify further potential obesity-related cancers and quantify their association with BMI relative that of
Hypertension is a public health problem, and yet few people are aware of it even fewer access effective treatment. With the ongoing demographic transition in many parts Sub-Saharan Africa, changing from rural, manual work to urban lifestyles, hence risk hypertension increases.
Abstract Background Mental distress is a major public health problem which includes anxiety, depression and somatic symptoms such as sleeping problems, fatigue headache. University students are consistently reported to have higher levels of mental compared the general population. Although university with significantly impaired cognitive functioning, learning disabilities poor academic performance, burden this in Tanzania unknown. This study aimed determine prevalence factors associated among...
COVID-19 is a major public health threat associated with the increased global burden of infectious diseases, mortality, and enormous economic loss to countries communities. Safe efficacious vaccines are crucial in halting pandemic. We assessed vaccine uptake factors among community members from eight regions Tanzania. The interviewer-administered questionnaire collected data. Multiple logistic regression models determined uptake. median age 3470 respondents was 37 years (interquartile range...
Tuberculosis (TB) is among diseases of global health importance with Sub Saharan Africa (SSA) accounting for 25% the TB burden. prevalence miners in SSA estimated at 3,000-7,000/100,000, which about 3 to 10-times higher than general population. The study's objective was determine and associated risk factors mining communities Mererani, northern Tanzania. This a cross-sectional study conducted from April 2019 November 2021 involving current Small Scale Miners (SSM) General Community (GC). A...
COVID-19 caused a profound global impact, resulting in significant cases and deaths. The progression of clinical manifestations is influenced by dysregulated inflammatory response. Early identification the subclinical crucial for timely intervention improved patient outcomes. While there are various biomarkers to predict disease severity outcomes, their accessibility affordability pose challenges resource-limited settings. We explored potentiality neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) as...
Hepatitis B virus infection is a global health problem with the highest prevalence in East Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa. The majority of infected people, including healthcare workers are unaware their status. This study aimed to determining seroprevalence hepatitis associated factors among northern Tanzania.This cross-sectional included 442 (HCWs) from tertiary teaching hospital Tanzania before nationwide vaccination campaign 2004. Questionnaire- based interviews were used obtain detailed...
Introduction Fever in malaria endemic areas, has been shown to strongly predict infection and is a key symptom influencing treatment. WHO recommended confirmation testing for Plasmodium spp. before initiation of antimalarials due increased evidence the decrease morbidity mortality from malaria, decreased associated fever, high prevalence non-malaria fever. To immediately diagnose promptly offer appropriate management, caretakers children with fever should seek care where these services can...
Internet addiction is one of the fast-growing addictive behaviors and a significant public health problem affecting large number people worldwide. Excessive use internet among university students increases their risk related negative consequences. This study aimed to determine prevalence factors associated with medical allied sciences in northern Tanzania.This cross-sectional was conducted at Kilimanjaro Christian Medical University College (KCMUCo) from May June 2018. A total 500 consenting...
Purpose: Birth registry data is integral to healthcare providers, and policymakers. The primary aim of the record, track, monitor maternal newborn outcomes. objectives Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Centre (KCMC) medical birth register are serve as tools for monitoring births key obstetric outcomes such caesarean sections, perinatal deaths clinical, administrative research purposes. (1) Subsequent can also be followed bridge a gap in new-born health information within Region Tanzania....
General adiposity, assessed by body mass index (BMI), is a well-established cancer risk factor. This study compared waist circumference (WC), measure of abdominal with BMI as factor for obesity-related cancers, and whether WC provides additional information beyond BMI. We analyzed data from 339 190 individuals in pooled Swedish cohort baseline assessments 1981-2019 (61% objectively measured, mean age 51.4 years). Cancer diagnoses were obtained the Register. Hazard ratios (HRs) calculated...
Objective We aimed to determine the key predictors of perinatal deaths using machine learning models compared with logistic regression model. Design A secondary data analysis Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Centre (KCMC) Birth Registry cohort from 2000 2015. assessed discriminative ability area under receiver operating characteristics curve (AUC) and net benefit decision analysis. Setting The KCMC is a zonal referral hospital located in Moshi Municipality, region, Northern Tanzania. within...
COVID-19 is a major public health threat associated with increased disease burden, mortality, and economic loss to countries communities. Safe efficacious vaccines are key in halting reversing the pandemic. Low confidence has been one of factors leading hesitancy. We aimed assess vaccine (safety effectiveness), factors, its effects on uptake among general community members Tanzania. This was community-based cross-sectional survey conducted from December 2021 April 2022 six regions Tanzania...
Introduction Modern contraceptive use provides opportunities for women and couples to achieve optimal child spacing, desired family size reduce unsafe abortions. Despite these facts, modern prevalence rate (mCPR) in Tanzania remains as low 32%. This study aimed determine trends factors associated with changes among of reproductive age from 2004–2016. Methodology was a cross-sectional utilizing data Demographic Health Surveys 2004–2005, 2010 2015–2016. Data analysis performed using Stata...
Abstract Background Overweight and obesity have increased considerably in low- middle-income countries over the past few decades, particularly among women of reproductive age. This study assessed role physical activity, nutrient intake risk factors for overweight Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Methods We conducted a cross-sectional survey 1004 aged 15–49 years Salaam Urban Cohort Study (DUCS) from September 2018 to January 2019. Dietary was using food frequency questionnaire (FFQ). Physical...
Substance use among school-going adolescents increases the risk of developing mental disorders, addiction, and substance disorders. These may lead to poor academic performance reduced productivity, which affects adolescent lives. The study aimed determine prevalence associated factors secondary school in Kilimanjaro region, northern Tanzania.The used data from a cross-sectional survey aged 10-19 years public schools Region, Tanzania. was measured using Global School Health Survey (GSHS)...
Insufficient physical activity (PA) is a major contributing factor in the growing problem of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) urban and rural Sub-Saharan Africa. This study aimed to determine PA associated factors among adults Northern Tanzania. We analyzed secondary data from cross-sectional serological survey nested within Magu health demographic sentinel surveillance population District Northwestern All resident aged 15 years older were invited participate study, for 5663 participants....
Low birth weight (LBW) is an important indicator of newborn survival. It associated with higher risk morbidity, mortality and long-term health consequences. Little has been done on incidence recurrence LBW in developing countries including Tanzania. This study aimed to determine the among women who delivered at Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Center (KCMC), Tanzania.A hospital-based prospective cohort was conducted using maternally-linked data from KCMC registry between 2000 2010. A total...
Background Depression in the elderly population has been identified as a significant public health problem associated with adverse outcomes such decreased quality of life, cognitive decline, and increased rates suicide. We aimed to determine prevalence factors depressive symptoms among geriatric Moshi district council, northern Tanzania.Methods This community-based cross-sectional study was conducted rural district, Tanzania, between June July 2019. A multi-stage sampling technique used...
Cervical cancer is the fourth most common globally among women in incidence and mortality. Women living with HIV (WLHIV) are disproportionately at a higher risk of developing disease.To determine knowledge, attitude, practice cervical screening WLHIV Kilimanjaro region, northern Tanzania, following integration these services routine care country.A cross-sectional study was conducted region 297 attending treatment centers (CTC) Hai district Mawenzi regional hospitals Tanzania between 21...
This study aimed to examine associations of dietary quality and diversity among reproductive-aged women with overweight obesity. We conducted a cross-sectional in the Health Demographic Surveillance System Dar es Salaam Urban Cohort Study (DUCS) Tanzania. A random sample 1004 non-pregnant was selected from DUCS population database interviewed about information using FFQ. Women were aged 30.2 (±8.1) years; 27.8% 22.6% obese. All consumed starchy staple foods. Of all studied, 10.5%, 1.7% 3.8%...
The novel Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) presents a major threat to public health but can be prevented by safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines. Vaccine acceptance among healthcare workers (HCWs) is essential promote uptake. This study, aimed determine the vaccination uptake hesitancy its associated factors HCWs in Tanzania. We employed convergent-parallel mixed-methods design 1368 across facilities seven geographical zones Tanzania 2021. collected quantitative data using an...