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Microbiological quality of milk and associated factors among milk handlers in kenshunga sub county, kiruhura district, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2020-11)Background: The secondary causes of microbial contamination occur along the milk value chain during milking, handling, use of unsanitary utensils or milking equipment and water supplies used in milking process. Farm milk ... -
Assessing knowledge, attitudes and practices on handwashing among mothers/caregivers of under five children in paediatrics wards, Mulago specialized national referral hospital
(2020-09)Poor hand washing make hands a major path way through which fecal-oral diseases are transmitted. About 80% of the world s communicable diseases are transmitted by a mere touch of unhygienic hands. A disproportionate burden ... -
Awareness, attitudes and practices regarding contraceptive use among young women working in the informal sector in Kampala, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2020-10)Introduction: As the world’s population of 15-24-year-old young women grows beyond 600 million, countries need to address the increasing demand for modern contraception services and information that address their specific ... -
Assessment of the occupational health risks and hazards related to gold mining among gold miners in Engaju Sub-county in Buhweju District
(Makerere University, 2020-11)Introduction and Background Artisanal small scale gold mines employ millions of people worldwide. However, they have been categorized as one of the most hazardous work places. In Uganda, like many other developing countries, ... -
Knowledge, attitude and practices of hand washing among mothers of children under-five years in Munarya Sub-county, Kapchorwa District
(Makerere University, 2021-04)INTRODUCTION: Hand washing among mothers of children under-five years at critical moments is still low and most Ugandans are still susceptible to diarrheal and acute respiratory diseases. This is mainly among mothers of ... -
Cytological patterns of salivary gland lesions on fine needle aspiration as seen in the pathology department of Makerere university medical school
(Makerere University, 2020-12-14)Introduction: Salivary gland lesions are some of the lesions patients present with to the Makerere University Medical School Pathology department. The lesions can be cystic, inflammatory or neoplastic. A histological study ... -
Prevalence of hepatitis b virus infection among cancer patients at Mulago Cancer Institute.
(Makerere university, 2021-05-01)There are 2 billion people at risk of getting the virus and 350 million are HBV chronic carriers(MacLachlan and Cowie 2015).In Africa,25% of the population is infected with the virus(Kramvis and Kew 2007). According to a ... -
Knowledge, attitude and practices on food safety and hygiene among food handlers in Government-aided schools in Makindye Ssabagabo Municipality, Wakiso District
(Makerere University, 2021-04)Introduction: Foodborne diseases among school-going children are a major public health problem especially in developing countries like Uganda. Foodborne diseases present as foodborne poisoning and most are due to poor ... -
Evaluation of quality of generic brands of enrofloxacin available on the Ugandan market
(Makerere, 2020-11-11)ABSTRACT This study intended to evaluate the quality of enrofloxacin brands available on the Ugandan market for veterinary use. Enrofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic with a broad-spectrum activity commonly used ... -
Adherence to the multi-dose Hepatitis B vaccination schedule and factors associated: A case study of Makerere University students
(Makerere, 2020-11-30)Background:Adherence to hepatitis B vaccination is a major public health concern. Makerere University students are in a setting that has a high population density, high sexual activity all which influence high spread of ... -
DEVELOPMENT OF A HERBAL CREAM CONTAINING ETHANOLIC LEAF EXTRACT OF CASSIA ALATA FOR MANAGEMENT OF TINEA CORPORIS
(MAKERERE, 2020-11-30)ABSTRACT Background: Tinea corporis is a superficial dermatophyte infection that is highly prevalent (20–25%)and can be problematic if poorly managed. Its management today with oral and topical antifungal agents is ... -
ASSESSMENT OF INPATIENT PARENTERAL ANTIBIOTIC USE IN KIRUDDU NATIONAL REFERRAL HOSPITAL
(MAKERERE, 2020-12-01)ABSTRACT Background. Parenteral antibiotic use is a complex system that involves the prescribers, dispensers, nurses and the patients. This is influenced mainly by factors such as prescribing criteria and experience, ... -
Management of communication difficulties in children aged (3-5) with cerebral palsy at Mulago Peadiatric Neuro Clinic
(Makerere University, 2021-01)Communication difficulties are common in Cerebral Palsy and are frequently associated with motor, intellectual and sensory impairments. It was estimated that half the population of children with CP have one or more impairments ... -
Hepatitis b vaccination status and associated knowledge and attitudes among youths aged 15 -30 years in Wandegeya Kampala, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2020-12)Background Hepatitis B virus (HBV) disease is a leading course of mortality and morbidity globally, it’s a life-threatening endemic viral infection spread through contact with blood or other body fluids of infected persons. ... -
Assessing the knowledge of risk factors for most common cancers in Uganda and the practices for cancer risk reduction among residents of Kawempe Division
(Makerere University, 2020-11)Background: The number of cases of cancer in Uganda is rising on a yearly basis. Studies carried out in Uganda and in other third world countries reveal low knowledge on some known risk factors for cancer and no studies ... -
Assessment of factors associated with early antenatal care attendance among mothers in Bukedea district
(Makerere University, 2020-11-06)Introduction: Early antenatal care (ANC) attendance refers to pregnant mother visiting ANC clinic within 0-12 weeks of pregnancy (first trimester). Early ANC attendance plays a significant role in ensuring good maternal ... -
Knowledge, attitudes and practices on food hygiene and safety among mothers and caretakers of children under five years in Division A, Entebbe Municipality
(Makerere university, 2021-04)Background: World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that foodborne and waterborne diseases together kill about 2.2 million people annually, 1.9 million of them children and about 70% from developing countries. Lack of ... -
Pre-clinical validation and formulation of capsules of abelmoschus esculentus seed extract for weight loss.
(Makerere, 2020-11-30)ABSTRACT Back ground; Abelmoschus esculentus (Okra) is a vegetable that is consumed worldwide and has been studied and found to be rich in phytochemicals like flavonoids, polyphenols etc. Various studies about the plant ... -
Development of herbal insectcide from cedrus atlantica against house flies
(Makerere, 2020-12-12)ABSTRACT Background: Musca domesticaLinnaeus (house flies)(family Muscidae) are a general health hazard worldwide.Insecticides such organophosphates, organochlorides and pyrethroid such as permethrin are being used for ... -
Knowledge, attitude and practices towards seat belt usage among taxi drivers in Kampala old taxi park, Kampala district
(Makerere University, 2020-10)Introduction: Road traffic accident is increasing and becoming public health burden worldwide. About 1.24 million people die each year on the world's roads and between 20 and 50 million sustain nonfatal injuries. Road ...
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