The health sector is faced with constant changes as new approaches to tackle illnesses are unveiled through research. Information, communication and technology have greatly transformed healthcare practice the world over. Nursing continually exposed a variety of changes. Variables including age, educational level, years worked in nursing, computer knowledge experience been found influence attitudes nurses towards computerisation. purpose study was determine use computers factors that these...

Antenatal care attendance is still low in sub-Saharan countries. While mobile phones have shown to improve outcomes maternal health services, there are few published studies on the use of phone calls antenatal care. To determine influence pregnant women's completion recommended 4 ANC visits Kisii County, Kenya. 16 sub county facilities (clusters) were randomly assigned either intervention or routine A total 160 women recruited their first visit and followed up until delivery. The involved...

Cervical cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths among women in Sub-Saharan Africa, especially rural areas with limited access to screening. This study examined factors influencing Kenyan women's willingness self-collect samples for HPV-DNA testing. Data were drawn from a mixed-methods two Couties, including surveys 174 and interviews 21 participants. The mean age survey sample was 45.2 (SD=13.2) years. Only 6.4% had ever been screened, yet 76.9% expressed Increased...

Kenya like other developing countries is low in resource setting and facing a number of challenges the management cervical cancer. This study documents opportunities encountered managing cancer from health care workers' perspectives. A qualitative was conducted among managers who were defined as nurses doctors involved operational level The respondents drawn four provincial hospitals only two main National public referral Kenya. Twenty one [21] nurse twelve [12] medical interviewed using...

This paper presents a simulation model for evaluating the possible effects of screening and vaccination campaign against Human Papillomavirus [HPV] in Kenya. A System Dynamics was developed using iThink™ computer package. The based on data extracted from epidemiological, demographic published research where not available, expert opinion sought. deterministic stratified population by status, status HPV infection status. simulated to estimate outputs next 50 years 2011. Cost Utility indicators...

Background . Preoperative fasting (POF) is physiologically and precautionary important during anesthesia surgery. POF from midnight has been practiced despite the recommended shorter practice. Objective Assessing preoperative among adult patients scheduled for elective surgery at Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH). Methods A descriptive cross-sectional study involving 65 surgical patients. questionnaire of mixed questions on demographics, reasons, source instructions, opinion time,...

Background Cervical cancer is the second most common female reproductive after breast with 84% of cases in developing countries. A high uptake human papilloma virus (HPV) vaccination and screening, early diagnosis leads to a reduction incidence mortality rates. Yet screening low Sub-Saharan Africa there an increasing number women presenting for treatment advanced disease. Nine their twenties die from cervical Kenya every day. This paper presents biopsychosocial risk factors that impact on...

Abstract Background The global increase in mean body mass index has resulted a substantial of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), including many low- and middle-income countries such as Kenya. This paper assesses four interventions for the prevention control overweight obesity Kenya to determine their potential health economic impact cost effectiveness. Methods We reviewed literature identify evidence effect, intervention costs, disease costs total healthcare costs. used proportional...

Cervical cancer remains a devastating disease in Kenya accounting for more than 2000 deaths each year. Lack of information on cervical prevention and management has been attributed to the apathy among women seeking health interventions. Use internet-based mobile e-health tools could increase access patients. The objective study was; establish extent use phones internet by patients accessing related treatment management.; find out characteristics associated with identify barriers faced use. A...

Objective To explore the stakeholders’ perceptions of current practices and challenges in priority setting for non-communicable disease (NCD) control Kenya. Design A qualitative study approach conducted within a 1-day stakeholder workshop that followed deliberative dialogue process. Setting Study was held October 2019 Nairobi, Participants Stakeholders who currently participate national level policymaking process health Outcome measure Priority NCD Results Donor funding identified as key...

Abstract Background This study was done as part of a larger that aims to identify the most impactful and cost-effective strategies for prevention control overweight obesity in Kenya. Our objective involve stakeholders identification would be included our study. The results from stakeholder engagement are analyzed reported this paper. Design qualitative A one-day workshop followed deliberative dialogue process conducted. Participants sample who participate national level policymaking health...

Abstract We present a population-based System Dynamics Model (SDM) of possible Covid-19 trajectories under various intervention options in the uniqueness Kenya. developed stock and flow based SDM. parametrized SDM using published data where was not available, expert opinion sought. Following validation test, model simulated to determined outcomes non-pharmaceutical interventions management Covid-19. simulate impact of; social distancing, quarantining, curfew cross-county travel restriction,...

Aim: The aim of this study was to evaluate the knowledge oxygen therapy among nurses working in pediatric and medical units at a referral hospital limited resource setting. Design: A Cross-Sectional Survey. Methods: total 213 participated after completing an acute questionnaire that assessed their therapy. data were analyzed using descriptive statistics explored association between variables with chi-square or t-test P < 0.05. Results: mean age participating 37 years, over 50% female. On...

Introduction: Pregnant women face a myriad of challenges ranging from anxiety, myths and misconceptions concerning pregnancy, diet, general antenatal care because inadequate health education during the period. There are extensive studies on mobile phone use in primary care; however, only few qualitative have been conducted to establish usefulness these devices education. Therefore, this study aimed explore pregnant women’s views Methods: This utilised design. It was rural facilities...

This paper hypothesizes the Health Entrepreneurship Compensation of Knowledge and Innovations among Next Generation (HECKLING) model, which aims to kickstart a dialogue delve into research in utilizing skills, innovation, vast youth population Africa generate employment opportunities complementing community health promoters/volunteers. By harnessing potential Artificial Intelligence, model seeks enhance outcomes within communities. The proposes integrating systems engineering concepts...

ABSTRACT Background: Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cause of death among women reproductive age (15-49 years). In Tanzania, cervical first mortality and morbidity females with cancers. The disease impact highly associated a lack adequate knowledge negative attitude toward screening healthcare workers (HCWs). This study aimed to assess female students as future HCWs from allied health colleges in Shinyanga region. Method: Descriptive cross-sectional data was collected 420 using...

Introduction Cervical cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths among Sub-Saharan African women, particularly in rural areas where screening rates are lower due to limited access highly sensitive tests. This study aimed investigate factors that might influence Kenyan women's willingness self-collect samples for HPV-DNA testing. Methods utilized data from a mixed-methods Bomet and Kericho Counties, including survey responses 174 women semi-structured interviews with subset 21...

Background: Kenya has recorded at least 38 678 cases and 695 deaths over the last decade, costing on average $2.2 million annually. From 2014 to 2016, country experienced one of deadliest largest outbreak. However, between 2017 2020, there was a decline in number reported deaths.Aim: This study seeks reveal investments made post 2014–2016 outbreak highlight existing gaps that need be addressed stop resurgence cholera outbreaks Kenya.Setting: The conducted two counties: Homabay...

Background/Aims Women's perceptions of antenatal care may influence their use this service. There are limited data exploring the mobile phone calls to educate women during care. This study aimed explore a health education intervention on women's perception services and capacity manage pregnancy. Methods cluster randomised control trial was conducted between 2020 2021 in 16 rural government facilities Kisii, Kenya. Health centres were randomly assigned either or standard The consisted monthly...