A5034796944- Global Maternal and Child Health
- COVID-19 epidemiological studies
- Vaccine Coverage and Hesitancy
- Clinical Laboratory Practices and Quality Control
- COVID-19 and Mental Health
- Pneumonia and Respiratory Infections
- SARS-CoV-2 and COVID-19 Research
- COVID-19 Pandemic Impacts
- HIV/AIDS Impact and Responses
- Child Nutrition and Water Access
- Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health
- Healthcare Systems and Reforms
- SARS-CoV-2 detection and testing
- Viral Infections and Outbreaks Research
- Tuberculosis Research and Epidemiology
- COVID-19 Impact on Reproduction
- Virology and Viral Diseases
- Heavy metals in environment
- Biomedical and Engineering Education
- Dermatological diseases and infestations
- COVID-19 diagnosis using AI
- Sex work and related issues
- COVID-19 Digital Contact Tracing
- Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia detection and treatment
- Tattoo and Body Piercing Complications
Makerere University
2015-2024
Abstract Introduction As part of efforts to rapidly identify and care for individuals with COVID-19, trace quarantine contacts, monitor disease trends over time, most African countries implemented interventions strengthen their existing surveillance systems. This research describes the strengths, weaknesses lessons learnt from COVID-19 strategies in four inform enhancement systems future epidemics on continent. Methods The namely Democratic Republic Congo (DRC), Nigeria, Senegal, Uganda,...
In Uganda, the Government has promoted use of intermittent preventive treatment malaria in pregnancy (IPTp) and insecticide-treated bed nets (ITNs) as control strategies for pregnant women. However, their utilization among women is low. This study aimed at assessing factors associated with IPTp ITNs by Buwunga sub-county, Bugiri District.This was a cross-sectional study, conducted District, employing quantitative data collection tools. A total 350 household members were randomly selected to...
Abstract Introduction The coronavirus (COVID 19) pandemic is one of the most terrifying disasters twenty-first century. non-pharmaceutical interventions (NPIs) implemented to control spread disease had numerous positive consequences. However, there were also unintended consequences—positively or negatively related nature interventions, target, level and duration implementation. This article describes economic, Psychosocial environmental consequences NPIs in four African countries. Methods We...
Tungiasis is an endemic but neglected health problem in Uganda especially resource poor communities. It largely affecting rural communities the Eastern, West Nile and Central regions. This study assessed prevalence risk factors associated with tungiasis Mayuge district, Eastern Uganda.This was a cross sectional that used semi-structured questionnaire observational checklist to collect quantitative data from 422 households 12 villages. Prevalence of defined as presence Tunga penetrans skin...
Soil contamination with heavy metals has severely increased over the last few decades, mainly from industrial wastes and human activities. pollution is a source of danger to health people globally.To assess level soil around steel rolling mills in Jinja municipality, Uganda.Four composite samples were collected each sides mills, dried digested. The digested solution analyzed triplicates for levels lead (Pb), zinc (Zn), cadmium (Cd), chromium (Cr), copper (Cu), nickel (Ni), using flame atomic...
Background African countries leveraged testing capacities to enhance public health action in response the COVID-19 pandemic. This paper describes experiences and lessons learned during improvement of capacity throughout Senegal, Uganda, Nigeria, Democratic Republic Congo (DRC). Methods The four countries’ strategies were studied using a mixed-methods approach. Desk research on was conducted complemented by interviewing key informants. findings synthesized demonstrate learning outcomes across...
In 2020 and 2021, Governments across the globe instituted school closures to reduce social interaction interrupt COVID-19 transmission. We examined consequences of due four sub–Saharan African countries: Democratic Republic Congo (DRC), Nigeria, Senegal, Uganda. conducted a qualitative study among key informants including policymakers, heads, students, parents, civil society representatives, local leaders. The assessment was informed by Diffusion Innovations theory which interview guide...
Abstract Introduction The community score card (CSC) is a participatory monitoring and evaluation tool that has been employed to strengthen the mutual accountability of health system actors. In this paper we describe influence CSC on selected maternal newborn service delivery utilization indicators. Methods This was mixed methods study used both quantitative qualitative data collection methods. It implemented in five sub-counties one town council Kibuku district Uganda. Data collected...
Abstract Background The incidence of tuberculosis (TB) is high in Uganda; yet, TB case detection low. population-based survey on the prevalence Uganda revealed that only 16% presumptive patients seeking care at health facilities were offered sputum microscopy or chest-X ray (CXR). This study aimed to determine magnitude of, and patient factors associated with missed opportunities investigation public Wakiso District Uganda. Methods A facility-based cross-sectional was conducted 10 volume...
Use of reproductive health (RH), maternal, newborn and child (MNCH) services in Uganda is suboptimal. Reasons for this are complex; however, service-delivery factors such as availability, quality, staffing, supplies, contribute substantially to low uptake. The COVID-19 pandemic threatened exacerbate existing challenges delivery use high-quality RH MNCH services. We conducted a mixed methods study, combining secondary analysis routine electronic management information system (eHMIS) data with...
Abstract Background Equity is at the core and a fundamental principle of achieving family planning (FP) 2030 Agenda. However, conceptualization, definition, measurement equity remain inconsistent unclear in many FP programs policies. This paper aims to document dimensions implementation constraints policies Uganda. Methods A review Ugandan literature key informant interviews with 25 stakeholders on was undertaken between April July 2020. We searched Google, Google Scholar PubMed for...
The Corona Virus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic overwhelmed health systems and disrupted the delivery of services globally. Community Health Workers (CHWs) play a critical role in linking communities to systems, supporting prevention control diseases many low- middle-income countries. However, their roles, barriers, facilitators response COVID-19 have not been well documented. We described roles CHWs response, including barriers facilitators.
Reporting of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) allows survivors to access support services minimize the impact violence on their lives. However, research shows that most SGBV do not report.We aimed determine proportion in Mayuge District, Uganda, who report factors associated with reporting.Using a cross-sectional study design, we analyzed data eight villages district collected baseline survey larger experimental study. Data were analysed using Modified Poisson Regression.Of 723...
Abstract Introduction Laboratories are vital in disease diagnosis, prevention, treatment and outbreak investigations. Although recent decades have seen rapid advancements modernised equipment laboratory processes, minimal investments been made towards strengthening professionals Africa. This workforce is characterised by insufficient numbers, skewed rural-urban distribution, inadequate qualifications, skill-mix limited career opportunities. These factors adversely affect the performance of...
<title>Abstract</title> <bold>Background: </bold>The COVID-19 pandemic overwhelmed health systems and disrupted the delivery of services globally.<bold> </bold>Community workers (CHWs) play a critical role in linking communities to systems, supporting prevention control diseases many low- middle-income countries. However, their roles, barriers, facilitators response have not been well documented. We described roles CHWs including facilitators. <bold>Methods:</bold> assessed Democratic...
Introduction: Clinical laboratory services are a critical component of the health system for effective disease diagnosis, treatment, control and prevention. However, many laboratories in Sub-Saharan Africa remain dysfunctional. This study assessed functionality based on test menus associated constraints Uganda.
Abstract Background Access to health care remains a challenge, especially among the informal sector workers in most low-income countries, due high out-of-pocket (OOP) expenditures, with Uganda spending over 28.0% out of pocket on care. In response, has proposed national insurance scheme (NHI). However, willingness and ability pay for NHI within have not yet been explored Uganda. This study assessed perceived its determinants Iganga Mayuge districts, Methodology A cross-sectional was...
Most low-income countries have prioritised implementing national health insurance schemes (NHIs) as a solution to reducing the high out-of-pocket expenditures on and enhancing access healthcare, especially among informal sector workers. However, their perceptions remain unexplored in Uganda. This study aimed assess awareness of workers towards proposed NHIs Iganga Mayuge districts, A cross-sectional mixed-methods was conducted districts eastern Uganda between April May 2019. Informal were...
Background The measles Supplementary Immunization Activity (SIA) was implemented in June, 2017 to close immunity gaps by providing an additional opportunity vaccinate children aged between 9 months and up 14 years Lilongwe District, Malawi. This study conducted determine the proportion of eligible that were reached SIA among those with or without history vaccination, possible reasons for non-vaccination. Methods A cross-sectional survey using mixed methods conducted. Caretakers who sampled...
Abstract Background: African countries leveraged testing capacities to enhance public health action in response the COVID-19 pandemic. This paper describes experiences and lessons learned during improvement of capacity throughout Senegal, Uganda, Nigeria Democratic Republic Congo (DRC). Methods: The four countries’ strategies were studied using a mixed-methods approach. Desk research on was conducted complemented by interviewing key informants. findings synthesized demonstrate learning...
Abstract Introduction : The coronavirus (COVID 19) pandemic is one of the most terrifying disasters 21st century. non-pharmaceutical interventions (NPIs) implemented to control spread disease had numerous positive consequences. However, there were also unintended consequences—positively or negatively related nature interventions, target, level and duration implementation. This article describes economic, Psychosocial environmental consequences NPIs in four African countries. Methods We...
Abstract BackgroundThe incidence of tuberculosis (TB) is high in Uganda; yet, TB case detection low. A recent national prevalence survey revealed that only 16% presumptive patients seeking care at health facilities were offered sputum microscopy or chest-X ray (CXR). The objective this study was to determine the magnitude of, and patient factors associated with missed opportunities investigation public Wakiso District Uganda.MethodsA facility-based cross-sectional conducted 10 volume...
Abstract Background; Despite the adoption of Elimination mother to child transmission (EMTCT) strategy in 2012, HIV remains one significant forms new infections among children Uganda, accounting for 20% infections. However, implementation EMTCT Uganda unclear and an under researched field. This study aimed at assessing extent strategy, barriers constraints Lira district using adapted Policy Implementation Barometer (PIB) approach. Methods; was a cross sectional that employed both...