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Academic performance of undergraduate students before and after the introduction of online learning in Makerere University
(Makerere University, 2026-01)Introduction. The abrupt shift to online learning during the COVID-19 pandemic posed significant challenges to higher education, particularly in resource-limited setting. Makerere university implemented online learning ... -
Knowledge, attitudes and perception of medical radiography students in Makerere University towards the implementation of artificial intelligence (ai) in medical radiology imaging.
(Makerere University, 2025-05)Background As the science of artificial intelligence (AI) continues to grow, there is an increasing adoption across medical practices worldwide. The increasing use of AI in medical imaging has created worldwide interest ... -
Communication difficulties in adults with stroke at the Neurology Ward at Mulago National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2025)Stroke is a focal neurological deficit attributed to vascular injury (infarction, hemorrhage) of the central nervous system. Stroke is the second leading cause of death and disability worldwide (Murphy & David, 2020). ... -
Investigating the effect of image quality assurance programs on radiographic imaging performance
(MAKERERE UNIVERSITY, 2025)The study was carried out to assess the effect of image quality assurance programs on radiographic imaging performance. The general objective of this study was to investigate the effect of image quality assurance (QA) ... -
Helmet use and associated factors among commercial motorcyclists in Gulu City, Northern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2025)Background: Helmet use reduces the risk of fatal head injuries by 70% however, the prevalence of helmet use and associated factors in newly-created cities in Uganda such as Gulu is poorly studied. Objective: This study ... -
Assessing the waiting time for radiotherapy treatment in Uganda : retrospective study at Uganda Cancer Institute
(Makererere University, 2026)Main objective: This study aimed to investigate the patient waiting time for radiotherapy treatment at the Uganda Cancer Institute. The study focused on understanding the delays and barriers faced by cancer patients in ... -
Uganda secondary school students’ knowledge and awareness of the Bachelor of Science in Medical Radiography (BSMR) programme
(Makerere University, 2025)Background: The Bachelor of Science in Medical Radiography (BSMR) programme at Makerere University's Department of Radiology trains students to become Imaging Technologists and Radiotherapy Technologists, with focus on ... -
Assessing the impact of Teleradiology on diagnostic accuracy and turn around time at Mulago National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2025)Teleradiology has revolutionized diagnostic imaging by enabling remote interpretation of radiological images, thereby improving access to specialized care (Kalyanpur et al., 2010; Larson et al., 2014). This study aimed to ... -
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Assessing the knowledge, attitudes and practices of infection prevention and control among radiographers in Mulago Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2025)Effective infection prevention and control (IPC) practices are vital in healthcare, especially in radiology departments where radiographers ensure patient and staff safety. The purpose of this study was to assess the ... -
Training needs assessment for Radiology staff in the Department of Mulago National Refferal Hospital
(Makerere University, 2025)Radiology is a critical component of modern healthcare systems, playing a pivotal role in the diagnosis and treatment of various medical conditions. Mulago National Referral Hospital in Uganda, as one of the premier ... -
Assessment of the impact of the electronic medical records system on medicines and health supplies management in Masindi District Hospital
(Makerere University, 2025)Effective management of drugs and medical supplies is a critical component of healthcare delivery, influencing patient outcomes and operational efficiency in healthcare facilities. In recent years, the implementation of ... -
Knowledge, attitude and perception about eye health among TB patients visiting the OPD Mulago National Referral Hospital, Kampala District, Uganda
(Makerere university, 2023)Globally, more than 1.7 billion people are estimated to be infected with TB, it is the leading cause of death from a single infectious agent and a leading cause of death among persons with immunodeficiency virus (HIV) ... -
Prevalence and factors associated with khat chewing among the youth in Arua City Northern Uganda
(Makerere university, 2025)Khat (Catha edulis) is an ever- green plant which is widely cultivated and consumed in East Africa and Middle East. Cathinone and cathine are the biochemically active ingredients in Khat which are basically alkaloid chemicals ... -
Knowledge and willingness of community pharmacy staff and women living with HIV to integrate family planning into differentiated service delivery in Kampala
(Makerere University, 2025-11-18)HIV continues to be a major global health issue with 39.9 million People Living With HIV (PLHIV) in 2023. In Uganda, HIV prevalence is 5.1% among adults aged 15-49 years disproportionately affecting women. Unintended ... -
Prevalence and factors associated with caesarean section among postpartum mothers at Masaka Regional Referral Hospital in Masaka city, Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2025)Caesarean section (CS) rates are rising globally, including in Uganda, often exceeding the 10-15% range recommended by the World Health Organization. While life-saving, non-medically indicated CS can increase maternal and ... -
Cervical cancer awareness and screening practices among female students at makerere university main campus between the age of 18-45 years
(Makerere University, 2025)Cervical cancer remains a major public health burden in Uganda, with over 6,959 new cases and 4,607 deaths annually, despite being largely preventable through early detection and timely treatment. This study assessed ... -
Evaluating knowledge of the referring clinicians of selected health facilities in Kampala about the IREFER guidelines for plain abdominal radiography
(Makerere University, 2025)Background: To enhance the value of imaging in healthcare, many bodies have established evidence-based imaging referral guidelines in the past years. This has realized benefits like reducing healthcare expenses and improving ... -
Designing a low-pressure oxygen storage system for storing oxygen in low- and middle-income countries
(Makerere University, 2025)Oxygen therapy is essential for treating respiratory illnesses like pneumonia and asthma, and oxygen concentrators are crucial for delivering this therapy. However, unreliable power sources in many low- and middle-income ... -
Breastfeeding knowledge and practices among adolescent mothers attending infant and young child clinic at Kawempe Hospital
(Makerere University, 2025)Background; Breastfeeding priotizing Exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) for the first six months that is strongly advocated by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations Children’s Funds (UNICEF) as a vital ...
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