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Assessment of the capacity of Health facilities in the provision of basic emergency obstetric care services in Busia District.
(International Health Sciences University., 2016-11)Background to the study: World wide, women face many risks at the time of giving birth and 15% of these suffer from such complication that become life threatening especially if not handled or managed appropriately and ... -
Assessment of the diagnostic performance of TrueHb ® point-of-care hemometer compared with Sysmex i3 analyzer among patients at International Hospital Kampala, Uganda
(Dove Press, 2019-04-01)Aim/Objective: To assess the diagnostic performance of TrueHb ® point-of-care (POC) hemometer compared with Sysmex i3 analyzer at International Hospital Kampala, Uganda. Materials and methods: We analyzed ethylenediami ... -
An Assessment of the Effect of Interpersonal Communication Campaigns on the Utilization of Modern Contraceptive Services in Kachumbala Sub-County Bukede District.
(International Health Sciences University, 2013-09)This study assessed the effect of Interpersonal Communication campaigns on the utilization of modern contraceptives in Kachumbala Subcounty Bukede District, by examining the IPC methods used, women's attitudes and beliefs ... -
Assessment of the Effects of Stone Quarrying Activities:
(International Health Sciences University, 2011-09)This study is about assessing the effects of stone quarrying activities on stone quarry workers, surrounding communities and the environment. It was conducted at Kawanga stone quarry in Kireka township, Wakiso district. ... -
Assessment of the Implementation of the 2010 WHO Recommendations on Elimination of Mother to Child Transmission of HIV in Namutumba District.
(International Health Sciences University., 2016-11)This study assessed the Implementation of the 2010 WHO Recommendations for Elimination of Mother to Child Transmission of HIV among HIV positive mothers attending eMTCT clinic in Namutumba district. Background: Available ... -
Assessment of the Knowledge, Attitude and Practices of Pregnant Mothers on Antenatal Care Services in Mubende Regional Referral Hospital, Mubende District in Uganda
(International Health Sciences University., 2014-11)Mubende town is one of the remote towns of Uganda with high population growth rate. The town is located in Mubende district. The main objectives of the study were to determine ANC alternatives being undertaken in Mubende ... -
Assessment of the Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices of International Health Sciences University Female Students Towards Breast Self Examination.
(International Health Sciences University., 2014-11)Introduction. Breast cancer is among the leading causes of cancer deaths world wide, it is the leading cause of cancer deaths in less developed. In Uganda it is the second main cause of non HIV cancer related deaths. ... -
Assessment of the level of adherence to prescribed medicine at Lwamata sub county Kiboga district Uganda:
(International Health Sciences University., 2015-12)Introduction This study was to assess the level of adherence to prescribed medicine in Lwamata sub county Kiboga district in common health conditions. The main objective was to assess the factors influencing the level ... -
Assessment of the Level of Patient Safety in Antenatal Care Government Health Facilities in Uganda:
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Assessment of the Performance of the Affordable Medicines Facility Malaria (AMFM) Program in Uganda.
(International Health Sciences University, 2013-09)This study is an assessment of the performance of the affordable medicines facility malaria (AMFm) program in Uganda, a case study of selected pharmacy out lets in Kampala district. The main objective of the study was to ... -
Assessment of the Performance of Vilage Health Teams in Rugaram Sub-County, Ntungamo District.
(International Health Sciences University., 2014-11)Introduction This study was about establishing factors influencing the performance of village health teams in Rugarama Sub- county Ntungamo district. The main objective was to asses factors influencing performance of VHTs ... -
Assessment of the Prevalence of Occupational Health Related Injuries and Use of Safety Measures Among Employees in Brewery Factory in Rwanda :
(International Health Sciences University, 2012-09)Background Worldwide, occupational health related injuries have become potential public health issue leading to disability and death causing abandonment of work. Rwanda is one developing country which is at risk of having ... -
Assessment of the Quality of Health Care Service Provision in Management of Patients:
(International Health Sciences University, 2013-09)Introduction: A disturbing paradox in Uganda health care has been quality of health services delivery despite large efforts over many years to improve health services for patients. The study focused on health centers ... -
Assessment of the Road Safeness and Prevalence of Road Traffic Accidents in Uganda:
(International Health Sciences University, 2011-09)The study was carried out to assess road safeness and prevalence of road traffic accidents in Uganda; it was a cross-sectional survey with both qualitative and quantitative data collected. Findings indicated that road ... -
Assessment Of The Tuberculin Skin Test Positivity Rate Among Students Of International Health Sciences University
(International Health Sciences University, 2018-12)Back ground: TB latency has created a serious hindrance to Global TB control. The Tuberculin skin test (TST) can be used to detect Latent tuberculosis infection (LTBI) and appropriately inform TB control programs. The ... -
Assessment Of Truehb ® Point-Of-Care Hemometer Among Patients Attending International Hospital Kampala
(International Health Sciences University., 2018-12)Background: Accurate determination of hemoglobin (Hb) levels is vital to elucidate the extent of anemia, and thus a guide to clinical and research care in harnessing timely diagnosis. This study assessed the diagnostic ... -
Assessment of Willingness by Employees to Pay for Infertility Treatment:
(International Health Sciences University, 2013-09)Introduction: The use of assisted reproduction technology (ART) in the treatment of infertility has increased rapidly in recent years and there have been many debates focusing on whether insurance should cover the procedures. ... -
An Assessment on Adherence to Optimal Infant and Young child Feeding Practice Among HIV Positive Mothers Attending Mulago Postnatal Clinic.
(International Health Sciences University., 2014-11)Introduction/background: Infant and young child feeding (IYCF) practices in the context of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) remain a challenge because breast milk may contain HIV. In the context of HIV, the Ministry of ... -
Associations of hand-washing frequency with incidence of acute respiratory tract infection and influenza-like illness in adults: a population-based study in Sweden
(BMC Infectious Diseases, 2014)Background: Frequent hand-washing is standard advice for avoidance of respiratory tract infections, but the evidence for a preventive effect in a general community setting is sparse. We therefore set out to quantify, ... -
Attitude Of the Seronegative Partner Towards The Index Partner In HIV-Serodiscordant Relationships At The Aids Support Organisation,Mbarara, Uganda
(CIU, 2018-12)ABSTRACT Background: The aim of the study was to find out the attitude of the HIV-seronegative partner towards the index partner in HIV-serodiscordant relationships. Due to their constant and frequent exposure, ...