College of Health Sciences (CHS): Recent submissions
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Development and assessment of extraction efficiency of an in-house SARS-CoV-2 RNA extraction kit at genomics and bioinformatics laboratory of Makerere College of Health Sciences
(Makerere University, 2023-06-21)Major objective of the study:Development and assessment of extraction efficiency of an in house SARS-CoV-2 viral RNA extraction kit. Specific objectives of the study:To define the steps and reagents used to extract RNA ... -
Knowledge, attitudes and practices on indoor air pollution among residents of Mbalala Town, Mukono District
(Makerere University, 2023-06)In several developing countries including Uganda, many people still rely on solid fuels (for example, charcoal, firewood, and paraffin stoves) for cooking due to their relatively lower cost. Most cooking is done indoors ... -
Knowledge and practices on radiation protection among radiographers in selected government hospitals in Kampala
(Makerere University, 2023-06)To assessed the radiation protection knowledge and practices among radiographers in selected government hospitals in Kampala A cross-sectional study was carried out among practicing radiographers in all government hospitals ... -
Knowledge, attitudes and practices on fire safety among staff in public primary schools in Bugiri Municipality, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-07)About 18% of Ugandan schools have experienced fire outbreak. Fire outbreaks in schools result in many negative impacts such as the death and injury of learners, loss of property, and destruction of school infrastructure. ... -
Communication difficulties in children of ages 3-17 years with motor speech disorders caused by cerebral palsy in the paediatric ward 15 in Mulago National Referral Hospital Kampala Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-06)Uganda just like other countries has a high number of people having motor speech disorders caused by cerebral palsy but still records a small number as most of the population goes unnoticed due to several factors inclusive ... -
Assessing appropriate use and outcomes of emergency contraceptive pills among undergraduate female students of Makerere University: a cross-sectional study
(Makerere University, 2023-06)Approximately 68% of females aged 15-25 employ emergency contraceptive pills to mitigate unwanted pregnancy. When taken appropriately emergency contraceptive pills have a 99% chance of preventing unwanted or unplanned ... -
Knowledge of MRI safety among radiography students at Makerere University College of Health Sciences
(Makerere University, 2023-06)Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a developing imaging modality in Uganda with about 10 MRI scanners in the country with more expected according to the country’s development plan for the next 5 years. Makerere University ... -
Antibiotic resistance patterns of Klebsiella Pneumoniae isolates obtained from microbiology laboratory Makerere University Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-05)Antimicrobial resistance has become a major public health concern worldwide, with increasing morbidity and mortality rates associated with resistant infections. Klebsiella pneumoniae is a common cause of nosocomial infections, ... -
Knowledge and attitudes of midwives and nurses towards sonography in pregnancy at Kawempe national referral hospital, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-10)Ultrasound use has become a part of routine obstetric care in Uganda today. In its 2016 antenatal care (ANC) recommendations for pregnant women, the World Health Organization (WHO) recommends one ultrasound (US) scan before ... -
Knowledge and attitude among female undergraduates towards utilization of mammography in early detection of breast cancer at Makerere university, Kampala.
(Makerere University, 2023-10)Background: Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women. Even though early detection and diagnosis of this disease can reduce mortality considerably, several studies have shown that more than 92% of women are unaware ... -
Development of a home-made DNA extraction kit for bacterial samples in the Genomic and Molecular Laboratory - Makerere University College of Health Sciences
(Makerere University, 2023)Background: DNA extraction is a critical step in molecular biology research, enabling the analysis of genetic material from various organisms. The development of efficient and reliable DNA extraction methods is essential ... -
Quality of malaria case management in Naguru hospital
(Makerere University, 2019-05)Uganda has made significant progress in managing cases of malaria. However. Clinically diagnosed malaria remains the leading cause of morbidity and mortality, accounting for 30-50% of outpatient visits at health facilities, ... -
Assessment of level of patients' satisfactions towards radiological services and associated factors at Kabale Regional Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2023)Introduction: Despite relatively high national coverage of imaging services, patients continue to flock for imaging care in Kampala. It is assumed that this is a reflection of their perception of the quality or the ... -
Radiography students' satisfaction with clinical training at Makerere University
(Makerere University, 2020-09)The acquisition of quality clinical experience within a supportive and pedagogically adjusted clinical learning environment is a significant concern for educational institutions. The quality of clinical learning usually ... -
Visual deficits and dysfunctions associated with traumatic brain injury in patients at Mulago National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2023-08)Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and its associated concussion are the major cause of disability and death in all ages, though children under the age of one, young adults between 15 to 19 years and the elderly are the most ... -
To evaluate the implementation of infection control measures in the radiology department at Mulago National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2023-06)Very little information, exists about infection control at the radiology Department of Mulago National referral hospital. This is majorly attributed to lack or limited research in regard to the subject matter. However, ... -
Awareness of prostate cancer among male students at Makerere University Kampala
(Makerere University, 2023-05)Prostate cancer ranks among the deadliest cancers among men. However, there is very little information regarding PCa in the general public with most diagnoses made accidentally or at a late stage. This study is aimed at ... -
Knowledge, attitudes and challenges of health professionals towards pain management among cancer patients at Uganda cancer institute
(Makerere University, 2023-06)Introduction The study was conducted to assess Knowledge, attitudes and practices of health professionals towards pain management among patients at Uganda cancer institute Objectives of the study The main objectives of ... -
Knowledge about eye health and eye care seeking behaviors among student nurses at Mulago School of Nursing and Midwifery
(Makerere University, 2023-07)Introduction: The causes of visual impairments are largely preventable with the commonest being uncorrected refractive errors followed by neglected cataract. According to several Rapid Assessment of Avoidable Blindness ... -
Knowledge and practices towards screening of cervical cancer among female students at Makerere University College of Health Sciences between the age of 18-45 years, Kampala, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023)Title: Knowledge and practices towards cervical cancer screening among the female students, at Makerere University College of Health sciences. Background: Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer among women worldwide ...