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Knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding schistosomiasis infection and prevention: A mixed-methods study among endemic communities of western Uganda
(PLOS NEGLECTED TROPICAL DISEASES, 2022)
Schistosomiasis is one of the leading neglected tropical diseases, second to malaria in prevalence.
In Uganda, more than 10 million people (25.6%) are currently infected, with prevalence
in some areas as high as 90%, and ...
The Potential of Citizen- Driven Monitoring of Freshwater Snails in Schistosomiasis Research
(Citizen Science: Theory and Practice, 2021)
Schistosomiasis is a tropical parasitic disease affecting more than 200 million people
worldwide, predominantly in Africa. The World Health Organization recently highlighted
the importance of targeted control of the ...
Infection Prevention and Control at Lira University Hospital, Uganda: More Needs to Be Done
(Tropical Medicine and Infectious Disease, 2021)
Globally, 5–15% of hospitalized patients acquire infections (often caused by antimicrobialresistant
microbes) due to inadequate infection prevention and control (IPC) measures. We used
the World Health Organization’s ...
Factors influencing uptake of childhood Immunization Services among Caretakers of Children Aged 10-18 Months in Lira City
(Lira University, 2022)
Background: The routine immunization services in Uganda ensures that that by the time a child is celebrating the first birth day, complete vaccination is vaccination is achieved. The factors influencing uptake to the ...
Bacteriological Quality of Drinking Water and Associated Factors at Community Point Sources, in Arua District, Uganda.
(Lira University, 2022)
Introduction: This section summarizes the objectives, methodology, results and conclusions of the study.
Background: Sufficient quantity and good quality of water is paramount for life. However, majority of the world’s ...
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 ...
Adherence to Benzathine Prophylaxis Among Rheumatic Fever and Rheumatic Heart Disease Patients Attending Outpatient Clinic at Lira Regional Referral Hospital
(Lira University, 2022)
Background:Secondary prevention of Rheumatic fever and Rheumatic Heart Disease with 3-4 weekly Benzathine prophylaxis is the most effective strategy in preventing disease progression and complications. Efficacy of this ...
Factors Associated with Teenage Pregnancy Among Refugees and Host Nationals of Palabek Refugee Settlement, Lamwo District, Uganda.
(Lira University, 2022)
Background: Uganda’s teenage pregnancy prevalence of 25% is remarkably high. However, in northern Uganda where Palabek Refugee Settlement is located, the prevalence is higher at 31%. Teenage pregnancy is a well-documented ...
Risk Factors for Maternal Anemia Among Women Attending Antenatal Care in Moroto Regional Referral Hospital. Case-Control Study
(Lira University, 2022)
Background: Maternal Anemia remains a significant public health problem mainly because of its association with poor maternal and fetal outcomes. The study aimed o to assess the association between risk factors and maternal ...
Uptake of Integrated Community Case Management and Associated Factors Among Caregivers of Children Under Five Years in Apac District
(Lira University, 2022)
Background: Globally, child mortality remains a public health concern with 38 deaths per 1000 live births and accounting for 5.2 million deaths in children under 5 years, with Sub-Saharan Africa region having the highest ...