Search
Now showing items 1-10 of 15
Factors Associated with First Antenatal Care Attendance Within Twelve Weeks of Pregnancy Among Women in Lira City
(Lira University, 2022)
Introduction: The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends all pregnant women attend first Antenatal care (ANC) within 12 weeks of pregnancy. However, most pregnant women (71%) in Uganda started first ANC after 12 weeks ...
Parents’ Readiness to Vaccinate Their Children Aged 5 to 17 Years Against Covid-19 and Its Associated Factors in Lira District, Uganda
(Pediatric Health, Medicine and Therapeutics Dovepress, 2023)
Background: Data on parents’ readiness to vaccinate their children aged 5 to 17 years against COVID-19 is still scarce. This study
assessed parents’ readiness to vaccinate their children aged 5 to 17 years against COVID-19 ...
Adherence to Tuberculosis Treatment and Its Associated Factors among Drug-susceptible Tuberculosis Patients in Lira District, Northern Uganda
(International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, 2023)
Uganda has a high incidence of tuberculosis infection at 200 cases per 100,000 people. With
effective therapy and adherence to medications is essential for reducing the spread of
tuberculosis in the community. However, ...
A systematic review and meta-analysis of the prevalence of depression among breast cancer patients in Sub-Saharan Africa
(Avicenna Journal of Neuro Psycho Physiology, 2023)
Background: Breast cancer is linked to neuropsychiatric conditions, particularly depression, which lowers life expectancy. Studies from Sub-Saharan Africa, however, have revealed conflicting prevalence rates of ...
Chronic stress and its correlates among nurses: A case of Central Uganda
(Avicenna J Neuro Psycho Physiology, 2023)
Background: Despite an overwhelming disease burden, nursing shortages are evident in Sub-Saharan Africa, with the potential for significant healthcare crises. Nurses face increased work demands and chronic stress due to a ...
Parents’ Readiness to Vaccinate Their Children Aged 5 to 17 Years Against Covid-19 and Its Associated Factors in Lira District, Uganda
(Pediatric Health, Medicine and Therapeutics, 2023)
Background: Data on parents’ readiness to vaccinate their children aged 5 to 17 years against COVID-19 is still scarce. This study
assessed parents’ readiness to vaccinate their children aged 5 to 17 years against COVID-19 ...
Factors associated with first antenatal care (ANC) attendance within 12 weeks of pregnancy among women in Lira City, Northern Uganda: a facility-based cross- sectional study
(BMJ, 2023)
Objective This study aimed at assessing factors
associated with first antenatal care (ANC) attendance
within 12 weeks of pregnancy among women in Lira
City.
Design A cross-sectional study.
Settings The study was ...
Prevalence and predictors of COVID-19 vaccination hesitancy among healthcare workers in Sub-Saharan Africa: A systematic review and meta-analysis
(PLOS ONE, 2023)
Background
The COVID-19 vaccination is regarded as an effective intervention for controlling the pan demic. However, COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy is hampering efforts geared towards reduc ing the burden of the pandemic. ...
A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of the Prevalence of Depression among Breast Cancer Patients in Sub-Saharan Africa
(Avicenna Journal of Neuropsychophysiology, 2023)
Background: Breast cancer is linked to neuropsychiatric conditions, particularly depression, which lowers life expectancy. Studies from Sub-Saharan Africa, however, have revealed conflicting prevalence rates of ...
HIV-Related Stigma Among Pregnant Adolescents: A Qualitative Study of Patient Perspectives in Southwestern Uganda
(Taylor and Francis, 2024)
Background: The HIV epidemic disproportionately affects adolescents in Sub-Saharan Africa, with adolescent girls facing heightened
vulnerability. Despite advancements in antiretroviral therapy, HIV-related stigma remains ...