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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 ...
Reproductive Concerns and Associated Factors Among Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer Survivors in Uganda: A Hospital-Based Cross-Sectional Study
(Journal of Adolescent and Young Adult Oncology., 2024)
Purpose: Reproductive health (RH) is a critical issue among cancer survivors worldwide. However, in
developing countries where RH services for patients with cancer are often lacking, reproductive concerns among
adolescent ...
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 ...
Exploring Effective Approaches: Integrating Mental Health Services into HIV Clinics in Northern Uganda
(HIV/AIDS - Research and Palliative Care, 2024)
Background: Integrating mental health services into HIV clinics is recognized as a promising strategy. However, the literature reveals
gaps, particularly in the unique context of Northern Uganda, where factors such as ...
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 ...
The influence of internship training experience on Kenyan and Ugandan doctors’ career intentions and decisions: a qualitative study
(Global Health Action, 2024)
Background: Medical internship is a key period for doctors’ individual career planning and
also a transition period for the broader labour market.
Objectives: We aimed to understand the complex set of factors influencing ...
Poor long-term outcomes despite improved hospital survival for patients with cryptococcal meningitis in rural, Northern Uganda
(PLoS ONE, 2024)
Background
Cryptococcal meningitis (CM) remains a major cause of death among people living with HIV
in rural sub-Saharan Africa. We previously reported that a CM diagnosis and treatment program
(CM-DTP) improved hospital ...