Browsing Faculty of Public Health by Author "Kumakech, Edward"
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Cervical Cancer Screening Uptake and associated factors among women of reproductive age (21-49 years) attending Amach Health Centre-IV in Lira District
Kasongo, Joseph; Kumakech, Edward; Kigongo, Eustes (Lira University, 2023)Background: Cervical cancer is a significant global health concern, ranking as the fourth most common cancer among women worldwide. Fortunately, early screening and effective management can prevent its progression. ... -
Factors Associated with Intrauterine Device use among Women of Reproductive age attending Family Planning Clinics at Mbale District
Ayeko, Jackson; Kumakech, Edward; Acen, Joy (Lira University, 2022)Background: Intrauterine Contraceptive Device (IUCD) is among the most effective contraceptive methods in the market with increasing use globally. The use is predominant in few parts of the world, with sub-Saharan ... -
Factors Associated with IUCD Use Among Women of Reproductive Age Attending Family Planning Clinics at Mbale District.
Ayeko, Jackson; Kumakech, Edward; Acen, Joy (Lira University, 2022)Background Intrauterine Contraceptive Device (IUCD) is among the most effective contraceptive methods in the market with increasing use globally. The use is predominant in few parts of the world, with Sub-Saharan Africa ... -
Factors Associated with Linkage to Care following Community-Level Identification of HIV-Positive Clients in Lira District
Adwar, Claire; Puleh, Steven Sean; Ochaba, Isaac; Ogweng, Isaac; Benyumiza, Deo; Amusu, Kosta; Achola, Brenda; Ocen, Francis; Abolo, Lydia; Kumakech, Edward; Obua, Celestino (Hindawi Advances in Public Health, 2022)Background. Community HIV testing helps to increase access to high-risk groups who are less likely to visit a clinic for a test. A large proportion of people identified with HIV following community-based testing are not ... -
Maternal mental health screening and management by health workers in southwestern Uganda: a qualitative analysis of knowledge, practices, and challenges
Nakidde, Gladys; Kumakech, Edward; Mugisha, John. F. (BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth, 2023)Background Maternal mental health (MMH) problems, such as perinatal depression, maternal anxiety, suicide ideation and puerperal psychosis among others, have a significant impact on maternal morbidity and mortality, as ... -
Maternal mental health screening and management by health workers in southwestern Uganda: a qualitative analysis of knowledge, practices, and challenges
Nakidde, Gladys; Kumakech, Edward; Mugisha, John. F. (BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth, 2023)Background Maternal mental health (MMH) problems, such as perinatal depression, maternal anxiety, suicide ideation and puerperal psychosis among others, have a significant impact on maternal morbidity and mortality, as ... -
Prevalence of dementia and its association with central nervous system infections among older persons in northern Uganda: cross-sectional community-based study
Benyumiza, Deo; Kumakech, Edward; Gutu, Jastine; Banihani, Jude; Mandap, Joshua; Talib, Zohray M; Wakida, Edith K; Maling, Samuel; Obua, Celestino (BMC Geriatrics, 2023)Background Dementia is a condition in which there is deterioration in cognitive function beyond what might be expected from the usual consequence of biological aging. Few studies have been conducted on the prevalence ...