School of Health Sciences (Health-Sciences): Recent submissions
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A survey on visual impairment amongst long route bus drivers to and from Kampala Capital City, Kampala district, Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2022-01)This study was a survey on visual impairment amongst long route bus drivers to and from Kampala capital city, in Kampala district, Uganda. Uncorrected Refractive errors are an important cause of visual impairment in many ... -
Prevalence, management and outcomes of postpartum hemorrhage in women delivering in Arua Regional Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2019)Postpartum Hemorrhage (PPH) is commonly defined as a blood loss of 500 ml or more within 24 hours after birth(WHO, 2014). Globally, postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) is a leading cause of maternal mortality(Say et al., 2014). ... -
Development of a herbal suspension containing methanolic leaf extracts of Aspilia africana for management of peptic ulcer
(Makerere University, 2020-11)Peptic Ulcer disease still remains a significant cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide with a significant burden in low- and middle-income countries. Several studies to evaluate the antiulcer effect of aspilia Africana ... -
Factors associated with viral load non-suppression among children living with HIV at reach out Mbuya HIV/AIDS initiative Kampala
(Makerere University, 2020)Introduction Uganda has a 0.5% prevalence of HIV among children aged 0-14 years corresponding 95,000 children living with HIV. The country has adopted and scaled up the global approach to HIV treatment and control packaged ... -
Experiences and coping mechanisms of very young adolescents who had unwanted pregnancy at Naguru hospital
(Makerere University, 2019-07-24)Background: Unwanted pregnancy a major reproductive health problem in the whole country. This was due to its severe consequences to both the mother and the unborn foetus. Objectives: To explore the experiences and coping ... -
Assessment of medication errors at the in-patient wards of Arua Regional Referral Hospital, Arua District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2019-05)Background: A medication error is interpreted as an avoidable circumstance which may affect the drug end user while the medication is in his/her custody or even in the care of the healthcare professional. Medication error ... -
Diet and fluid regulations: knowledge, practices, and challenges among patients with chronic kidney disease at Mulago National Referral Hospital-Kiruddu
(Makerere University, 2020-11)Background; Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a slow, progressive irreversible deterioration in renal function. Effective management of CKD depends largely on patients engaging with their diet and fluid regulation. In Uganda, ... -
Factors associated with uptake of second polymerase chain reaction among HIV exposed infants in Kisenyi H/C IV: Kampala District
(Makerere University, 2020-10)Introduction: Uptake of 2nd PCR has been identified as a key obstacle to the diagnosis of HIV transmission among HIV Exposed Infants during breastfeeding, early access to HIV treatment, and linkage to care. Because uptake ... -
Development of an antibacterial topical formulation from methanolic leaf extracts of Callistemon Citrinus
(Makerere University, 2019-07-23)Background: Traditional medicinal plants have been used over the years for the treatment of health problems including infectious and non-infectious skin disorders. Medicinal properties of Callistemon citrinus methanolic ... -
Evaluation of refraction with self refraction devices, USEE and folding FOROPTER (FOFO) in normal adult population
(Makerere University, 2020-08)Self-refraction tools allow users to determine their own refractive error. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the utility of the self-refraction devices USEE and Folding foropter (FoFo) among adults in a resource ... -
Perceived impact of pharmacists’ interventions on rational use of antibiotics in hospitals in Kampala District
(Makerere University, 2020-11)Introduction: Antibiotic resistance (AMR) is a threat to global health. A major driving factor for AMR is irrational use of antibiotics in hospitals. Involvement of pharmacists in antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) programs ... -
Awareness and perceptions with regards to evidence based practice among nurses and midwives in Mulago and Kawempe National Referral Hospital- Uganda
(Makerere University, 2020-11)Introduction: Integration of evidence based practice in nursing and midwifery increases patient satisfaction, patient safety and reduced length of hospital stay, which all contribute to better patient outcomes and improved ... -
Evaluation of the combined anti-diabetic effect of a methanolic extract of solanum indicum fruit and metformin in alloxan - induced diabetic albino rats
(Makerere University, 2020-12)ABSTRACT Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is a metabolic disease characterized by chronic hyperglycemia. It causes significant physiological aberrations that eventually lead to chronic complications that are responsible for most ... -
Knowledge and compliance to guidelines of preparing 0.5% disinfectant solution among health workers in health facilities of Mukono Municipality
(Makerere University, 2020-11)Introduction: In Uganda, the recommended standard concentration for disinfecting and decontamination is 0.5% sodium hypochlorite (jik) solution. Its preparation requires following certain operating procedures. However, ... -
Satisfaction with emergency care services among patients at Mulago National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2020-11)Background:Worldwide, ill and injured people die daily due to lack effective, timely prehospital and emergency care. Evidence shows that patient satisfaction is closely related to effective provision of emergency medical ... -
Factors influencing patient choice of Community Pharmacy in Kawempe Division, Kampala
(Makerere University, 2021-05-05)Introduction: Patients report many factors that influence their choice of a pharmacy. These factors reflect on the quality of health care services received by clients on visiting a community pharmacy and hence client ... -
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 ... -
Prevalence and predictors of emergency contraceptive use among female undergraduate students of Makerere university Kampala.
(Makerere University, 2021-11)INTRODUCTION University students have a history of different risky sexual behaviours and more than 20% do not use any method of contraception a phenomenon that exposes them to unintended pregnancies which affects their ... -
Patients knowledge about prescribed antimicrobial drugs at the outpatient department Naguru hospital
(Makerere University, 2020-11)Introduction Patients‟ knowledge of prescribed medication is a crucial indicator of patient care and it is essential for rational medication use and good therapeutic outcomes. Knowledge of prescribed drugs is also ... -
Knowledge of mothers and nutrition status of children aged 6-59 months in Kahoora division, Hoima district Uganda
(Makerere University, 2020-12-15)Introduction: In Uganda, malnutrition among children under 5 years of age remains high with 28.9% of children stunted and is responsible for 40% of deaths among children. Malnutrition has been associated with the knowledge ...