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Prevalence and correlates of teenage pregnancy among in-school teenagers during the COVID-19 pandemic in Hoima district western Uganda–A cross sectional community-based study
(PLoS ONE, 2022)
Background
The COVID-19 pandemic related restrictions and lockdown measures had compromised
the routine delivery and access of sexual and reproductive health and rights services to the
population including the teenage ...
Ebola Epidemic Preventive Practices: Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Community Members in High-Risk Districts of Uganda
(Journal of Infectious Diseases and Medicine, 2023)
Background: As part of the country's ongoing EVD outbreak preparedness activities in Uganda, our goal was to evaluate community knowledge
and attitudes and preventive practices linked to the disease.
Methods: This study ...
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 ...
Uptake and Associated Factors of Male Contraceptive Method Use: A Community-Based Cross-Sectional Study in Northern Uganda
(Open Access Journal of Contraception, 2023)
Background: Uganda has one of the highest fertility rates in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Improving contraceptive uptake in all
genders, including males, may be critical to meeting family planning goals in such a setting. ...
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 ...
Qualitative study on stigma as a barrier to emergency contraceptive pill use among university students in the Lango subregion, Uganda
(BMJ Open, 2024)
Objective The aim of the current study was twofold: to
understand the nature and extent of stigma and to learn
the reasons behind the decision not to use emergency
contraceptive pills among university students in the ...
An Analysis of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Quality of Life Among Adults Living with HIV in Western Uganda
(HIV/AIDS - Research and Palliative, 2024)
Background: HIV/AIDS remains a significant global public health issue, profoundly impacting infected individuals. Living with HIV
involves complex mental health dynamics, with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) being ...
Burnout and coping mechanisms among healthcare professionals in central Uganda
(Psychiatry, 2024)
Background: The escalating global prevalence of burnout among healthcare
professionals poses a serious health concern. Recent studies focus on
prevalence and predictors of burnout among healthcare providers, emphasizing
the ...