School of Health Sciences (Health-Sciences) Collection: Recent submissions
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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 ... -
Use of herbal medicine by caregivers in the management of children with sickle cell disease in Mulago National Referral Hospital - Uganda
(Makerere University, 2019-05)ABSTRACT Introduction: Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) is an inherited chronic disease and remains a global public health threat. Studies have reported use of complementary and alternative medicines in chronic diseases such ... -
Perspectives and experiences of counselors regarding parental HIV disclosure of their HIV status to children
(Makerere University, 2019-12)Background: Parental HIV disclosure is a challenging task for parents living with HIV due to stigma shame and fear of unknown responses from children. Counselors usually offer guidance and counseling on such sensitive ...