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Production of biochemically significant yields of recombinant mycobacterium smegmatis rhomboid protease i
(Makerere University, 2022-09-03)The rhomboids are a recently discovered, well-conserved family of serine proteases. well-conserved family of serine proteases has been identified as a viable novel drug target in Mycobacterium TB and this could be very ... -
Knowledge, attitudes and practices on Infection Prevention and Control among health workers at Health Centre IIIs in Kabarole District
(Makerere University, 2023-11-27)Introduction: Healthcare workers have lost their lives in significant numbers in the discharge of their duties as a result of a breach in Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) procedures. The increasing incidence of ... -
Barriers and facilitators to HIV testing among the young women aged 15-24 years of Nyimbwa Sub-county Luwero District.
(Makerere University, 2023-11-27)Background: There were more young women in the age group 18-24 (63%), and majority were not married (83%). There is limited data concerning HIV testing rates among young women aged 15-24 years. This study therefore aims ... -
Motivators and barriers to handwashing among healthcare workers in Koboko District, Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2023-06-16)Background: Handwashing by healthcare workers is as an effective measure to reduce the incidences of healthcare-associated infection in healthcare facilities. Compliance is still low in developing countries like Uganda. ... -
The functionality and maintenance of water, sanitation and hygiene facilities at government aided schools in Kole South County, Kole District – Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-06-29)Introduction: Properlymaintained and functional water, sanitation and hygiene(WASH) facilities inschools are important components that aid to avoid or reduce on sanitation and waterrelated diseases amongst learners hence ... -
Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices on the safe water chain maintenance among community members in Arembwola parish, Abim sub county, Abim District
(Makerere University, 2023-05-06)Background: Drinking unsafe water continues to contribute to the high prevalence of diarrheal diseases in low-income countries such as Uganda particularly in rural areas. In rural communities, the water supply is insufficient ... -
Development of an ointment from ethanolic extracts of Azadirachta indica and Curcuma longa against methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus
(Makerere University, 2022-09)Background: Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is one of the leading causes of cutaneous infections all over the world. Increasing patterns of antibiotic resistance have led to the search for remedies in ... -
Knowledge, attitudes & challenges concerning menstrual hygiene management among highschool adolescent females in Kabong Town Council, Kabong District.
(Makerere University, 2023-06)Background: Lack of menstrual knowledge, poor attitudes towards menstrual hygiene management, and the challenges faced by adolescent girls in school can make it difficult for girls to attend and remain in school. Menstrual ... -
Knowledge, attitudes and practices on occupational safety and health among casual workers at construction sites in Mukono Municipality, Mokono District.
(Makerere University, 2023-07)Introduction:Every day, approximately 6,000 lives are lost globally due to work-related accidents or diseases, according to the International Labor Organization (ILO). This staggering statistic highlights the urgent need ... -
Knowledge, attitudes and practices on occupational health and safety measures among employees of grain milling plants in Jinja city.
(Makerere University, 2023-07-13)Background: Knowledge, attitudes and practices on occupational health and safety measures among employees of grain milling plants are very important because many of these spend a significant fraction of the day and night ... -
Factors influencing metal welders’ knowledge, attitudes and practices regarding the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at metal workshops in Southern division, Jinja city, Eastern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-06-20)Introduction: The welding industry entails several hazardous activities including lifting heavy machinery, cutting, polishing, and joining of metal parts. These processes expose metal welders to enormous chemical, physical ... -
Knowledge, attitudes and practices on occupational and healthy safety in carpentry workshops in Lubaga Division, Kampala City.
(Makerere University, 2023-06-28)The study examined the knowledge, attitudes and practices on occupational and healthy safety in carpentry workshops in Lubaga division, Kampala City. The study was underpinned by three objectives which included assessing ... -
Radiation safety awareness among clinical students and imaging technologists at Mulago Hospital X-ray Unit.
(Makerere University, 2023-06-19)ABSTRACT Background: The continuous use of ionizing radiation in imaging requires also radiation protection measures. The knowledge of ionizing radiation exposure risks among Clinical students and imaging technologists ... -
Knowledge , attitudes and uptake of cervical cancer screening among females working in Kikoni, Makerere.
(Makerere University, 2023-09)Introduction. Uganda Ministry of Health recommends screening for women between the age of 25 to 49 years however there’s a very low uptake of screening in urban areas of the country yet early screeing has shown to have ... -
Availability of Radiographic Accessory Equipment at Kiruddu Hospital.
(Makerere University, 2023-11-16)Introduction:Radiographic accessories are devices that supplement performance of different radiological machines such as x-ray, CT scanner, Fluoroscopy scanner etc. For example Apron Racks, Callipers, Catheter Cabinets, ... -
Barriers and facilitators to wash uptake in public primary schools in Butemba Sub-county, Kyankwanzi District.
(Makerere University, 2023-09-30)Background: Water, Sanitation and Hygiene refers to the safe water supply for drinking, washing or other purposes, safe disposal of excreta, and the provision of facilities that promote hygiene in institutions. Inadequate ... -
Design,testing and redesign of the iconic balance prototype for measuring and monitoring weight of critically ill patients for low-and middle- income countries icus
(Makerere University, 2023-06)In the intensive care unit, accurate management of therapy prescriptions for dosing, ventilation and monitoring recovery process are based on knowing a patient's weight. Since critically ill patients typically arrive ... -
Prevalence of computer vision syndrome and associated factors among students at the Makerere University School of Computing and Informatics Technology
(Makerere University, 2023-07)Introduction:Computer Vision Syndrome is an emerging global occupational health challenge. Computer Vision Syndrome has been noted to affect individuals that are employed or being educated in IT-related fields the most. ... -
Radiation safety awareness among clinical students and imaging technologist at Mulago Hospital X-Ray Unit
(Makerere University, 2023-06)The continuous use of ionizing radiation in imaging requires also radiation protection measures. The knowledge of ionizing radiation exposure risks among Clinical students and imaging technologists is important. Evaluating ... -
Facilitators and barriers for late reporting for first obstetric ultrasonography among pregnant women at Kiryandongo Hospital, Kiryandongo District, Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2023-06)It has been established that timely and appropriate evidence-based practices, antenatal care services that includes obstetric ultrasonography as recommended by WHO can save lives of mothers despite high maternal mortality ...
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