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Outcomes and Factors associated with Multi-Drug Resistant Tuberculosis (MDR-TB) among Tuberculosis Patients attending Lira Regional Referral Hospital
(Lira University, 2023)
Background: Multi-Drug Resistant Tuberculosis (MDR-TB) remains a Public Health
challenge in low resources countries. Uganda is still among the countries estimated by WHO
to have incidences of MDR TB of at least 1000 ...
Prevalence and factors associated with Modern Contraceptive use among adolescent girls aged 15 to 19 years in Pagirinya Refugee Settlement, Northern Uganda
(Lira University, 2023)
Background: World Health Organization revealed that about 23 million adolescents have their
modern contraceptive needs not yet met. In Uganda, 12% of the adolescents in this age group
are using modern contraceptives, ...
Mortality and Associated Factors Among Hospitalized COVID 19 Patient in Lira Regional Referral Hospital
(Lira University, 2023)
Background: Corona Virus Disease 2019 (COVID- 19) caused public emergency with serious
morbidity and mortality worldwide between 2020. The direct impact of the diseases and associated
mortality may have been relatively ...
Community and Health System Factors Associated with Parental Readiness for Human Papilloma Virus Vaccination Uptake Among Adolescents in Lira District
(Lira University, 2023)
Background: High vaccination rates against Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) is a milestone in
primary prevention of cervical cancer. With an increasing number of cases and deaths in the
country among women hover, like many ...
Association Factors with Nutrient Intake and Nutritional Status of HIV Positive Breastfeeding Mothers in Apac District
(Lira University, 2023)
Introduction: Malnutrition among HIV/AIDS patients is a major challenge to the attainment of the sustainable development goals. This is important since severe malnutrition creates increased strain on the already overstained ...
Cervical Cancer Screening Uptake and associated factors among women of reproductive age (21-49 years) attending Amach Health Centre-IV in Lira District
(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 Influencing Utilization of Cervical Cancer Screening among Women attending Maternal Child Health Services in Yumbe Regional Referral Hospital
(Lira University, 2023)
Introduction: Cervical cancer remains a significant global health challenge, particularly in low-
resource settings, where access to cervical cancer screening services in often limited. This study
aimed to identify factors ...
Attempted Suicide: Lived Experiences of Refugees in Rhino Camp, West Nile Uganda
(Lira University, 2023)
Introduction: Suicide is among the leading source of death universally and every year, more
people die as a result of suicide than HIV, malaria breast cancer, war and homicide. Sucide rates
are high among vulnerable ...
Medical Waste Management Practices and Associated Factors Among Health Workers in Public Health Facilities Within Lira City, Northern Uganda
(Lira University, 2023)
Background: According to research done at Lira Regional Referral Hospital (LRRH), only 56
percent of medical professionals appropriately manage medical waste. If not appropriately
disposed of, these wastes can cause major ...
Factors associated with adherence to community-directed treatment with Ivermectin for Onchocerciasis control among adults in Pader District, Northern Uganda
(Lira University, 2023)
Background: Onchocerciasis is caused by a filarial nematode, Onchocerca volvulus, and
transmitted by a female black fly of the genus Simulium. Ivermectin Mass Drug administration
(IVM MDA) is the primary strategy for ...