School of Biosecurity, Biotechnolgy and Laboratory Sciences (SBLS) Collection: Recent submissions
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Prevalence of dyslipidemia and its associated risk factors among HIV patients on antiretroviral therapy attending Mbarara Municipal Council Health Centre IV
(Makerere University, 2022)The development of antiretroviral drugs and subsequent access to combined antiretroviral therapy contributes to the decline in morbidity and mortality rates associated with AIDS, resulting in an increased life expectancy ... -
Prevalence of gestational diabetes mellitus and associated risk factors in women attending Stopes Hospital and Maternity, Lugogo, Kampala
(Makerere University, 2023)Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a chronic disease in which the required amount of insulin is not produced by the body or insulin is not properly used by the body, resulting in excessively high blood sugar (glucose) levels which ... -
Ascaris lumbricoides occurrence and risk factors among children (0-15 years) attending Bugembe HCIV, Jinja City
(Makerere University, 2025)This study aimed to assess the prevalence of Ascaris lumbricoides infection and identify the social, demographic, and environmental factors associated with the infection among children aged 0–15 years attending Bugembe ... -
Prevalence of hypertension and its risk factors among Type II Diabete Mellitus patients attending Mayuge District Health Centre IV, Mayuge District
(Makerere University, 2026)Hypertension is one of the most prevalent non-communicable diseases and a leading cause of premature mortality worldwide. Its co-existence with diabetes mellitus significantly increases the risk of cardiovascular events ... -
Personnel hygiene of food handlers in Kampala : a case study of canteen staff in and around Makerere University
(Makerere University, 2025)This study assessed personnel hygiene practices among food handlers in canteens around Makerere University, Kampala, focusing on bacterial contamination risks. Using a cross-sectional design, 96 food handlers were sampled ... -
Prevalence of brucellosis among febrile patients attending outpatient department in the selected health centre IV’s in Teso region
(Makerere University, 2025)Brucellosis remains the most neglected zoonotic disease globally, being spread from areas where it’s endemic to other parts through trade of livestock and livestock products. A cross-sectional study was conducted to determine ... -
Determination of physio-chemical and bacteriological quality of public outdoor swimming pools within and around Makerere University
(Makerere University, 2025)Despite the importance of swimming pools to man, they have been looked at as disease transmission channels in the world. However, there is insufficient information on physicochemical and bacteriological compliance of ... -
Assessment of occurrence of antibiotic residues in raw cow milk and farm practices regarding antibiotic use in Kashaari, Mbarara District
(Makererere University, 2026)Antibiotics are defined as naturally occurring semi synthetic or synthetic compounds with antimicrobial activity that can be administered parenterally, topically or orally. Over use of and misuse of antibiotics in livestock ... -
Surgical wound sepsis and respective resistance profiles of the bacterial isolates among post operative patients at Case Hospital
(Makerere University, 2026)Bacterial post-surgical wound sepsis is one of the infections that cause burden to a good number of patients in hospitals and antimicrobial resistance has increased drastically in recent years in both developed and developing ... -
Antimicrobial resistant pattern and its associated factors in UTI causative pathogen among women of reproductive age (15-45 years) at Lira Regional Referral Hospital : a retrospective study
(Makerere University, 2025)Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a major public health concern, with rising antimicrobial resistance (AMR) posing treatment challenges globally. This retrospective study assessed AMR patterns and associated factors among ... -
Prevalence and risk factors of hypertension among teaching and administrative staff of Makerere University Main Campus
(Makerere University, 2025)Hypertension is a major public health concern and a leading risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Despite increased awareness, its burden remains high, particularly among working populations in urban environments. This ... -
Expression of recombinant Rhipicephalus appendiculatus Ra85 gut protein in Pichia pastoris yeast cells
(Makerere University, 2026)Rhipicephalus appendiculatus is a major vector responsible for transmitting Theileria parva, the causative agent of East Coast Fever in cattle across sub-Saharan Africa. The control of this tick species has traditionally ... -
Potency, antibacterial, and antifungal activity of orgasha-formulated herbal extract against selected archived bacterial and fungal isolates at Mengo Hospital Microbiology Laboratory
(Makerere University, 2026)Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) poses a major global health challenge, with increasing failure of conventional antibiotics and antifungals. This study investigated the phytochemical composition, in-vitro antimicrobial ... -
Knowledge, attitudes and practices associated with antibiotic use and resistance among postnatal mothers attending treatment at Case Hospital
(Makerere University, 2025)Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is an escalating global health crisis, with low- and middle-income countries like Uganda bearing the greatest burden. Postnatal mothers play a critical role in the spread of AMR due to their ... -
Occurrence and antibiotics resistance patterns of Escherichia coli isolated from fast-foods at selected eating outlets around Makerere University, Kampala
(Makerere University, 2025)Contamination of fast foods with Escherichia coli is a public health concern, especially in urban areas with high food vending as an economic activity. The emergence of antibiotic-resistant E. coli strains further exacerbates ... -
In-silico analysis and design of a chimeric protein containing B-cell epitopes of proteins for the control of Mpox
(Makererere University, 2026)Mpox, caused by the Monkey pox virus (MPXV), remains a public health challenge due to its genetic diversity with multiple clades of varying virulence and geographic spread. The current live-attenuated vaccine, JYNNEOS ... -
Prevalence and risk factors associated with needle stick injuries among healthcare workers at Komamboga Health Centre III
(Makerere University, 2026)Needle stick injuries (NSIs) are among the common occupational hazards that health care workers experience which exposes them to contraction of blood borne pathogens leading to infections such as Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, ... -
Adherence and factors associated with adherence to Tuberculosis treatment among HIV patients accessing health care services at Mengo Hospital
(Makerere University, 2023)Background: TB is a highly contagious disease affecting a big number of people and is majorly caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. The study had a purpose of assessing the adherence and factors associated with TB treatment ... -
Assessment of electrolyte imbalance among patients newly diagnosed with Mycobacterium tuberculosis disease
(Makerere University, 2025)Tuberculosis is an ancient infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It’s the world’s most deadly disease because a third of the infected individuals become clinically sick. It’s therefore, the major cause ...