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Adherence and Associated Factors to Intergrated Management of Malaria Guidelines in Lake Shore Facilities in the Districts of Buyende and Kaliro, Uganda
(International Health Sciences University., 2016-11)Background: Malaria is a life-threatening disease. In Uganda, the Ministry of Health adopted the artemisinin combination therapy (ACT) artemether/lumefantrine (AL) 20mg/120mg as the first-line treatment for uncomplicated ... -
Adherence of health workers to the integrated child health care management protocols:
(International Health Sciences University, 2012-09)ABSTRACT Introduction: Following the adoption of IECHC in Republic of South Sudan, many counties including Magwi started implementing the guidelines. However, there is no evidence that health workers adhere to the recommended ... -
Adherence to Infection control measures Among Heath workers in Private Health Centres in Kampala district.
(International Health Sciences University., 2015-12)Introduction The research was about adherence to infection control measures among health workers in private health centres in Kampala district. Infection control was the area of interest as it is still not given too much ... -
Adherence to Infection Control Practices Among Barbers in Kampala Capital City 2012.
(International Health Sciences University, 2012-09)Introduction There is a big concern that barbering procedures could expose both barbers and their clients to various infections. These infectious diseases and conditions that can be spread through barbering procedures ... -
Adherence to Infection Control Practices in Hospital Wards in Makindye Division, Kampala District.
(International Health Sciences University., 2013-09)Introduction: Patients seek health care from hospitals because of various illnesses in order to live healthy lives. It is therefore the responsibility of the hospital to ensure that the patients get proper treatment while ... -
Adherence to Intermittent Preventive Treatment for Malaria Among Pregnant Women in Mawokota South Health Sub-District, Mpigi District.
(International Health Sciences University, 2012-09)Introduction While the Ministry of Health since 1998 embraced Intermittent Preventive Treatment (IPT) strategy, its utilization has remained low in Uganda fluctuating between 42% and 39.6% against Health Sector Strategic ... -
Adherence to Iron-Folic Acid Supplementation and Associated Factors:
(International Health Sciences University., 2016-11)Introduction: Adherence to iron folic acid supplementation is a very important issue in combating iron deficiency anemia. Yet there are many factors ranging from individual, socio-economic and health facility related that ... -
Adherence to Laboratory Quality Management Practices:
(2014-11)The study titled: Adherence to Laboratory Quality Management Systems (LQMS) in Private Not For Profit (PNFP) laboratories in Kampala District, was conducted at the four (4) PNFP facilities of Nsambya, Kibuli, Lubaga and ... -
Adherence to laboratory test results in the management of malaria in KCCA health centers in Kampala city, Uganda.
(International Health Sciences University., 2015-12)Introduction: This study aimed at assessing the levels of adherence to laboratory test results in the management of malaria in KCCA health centers in Kampala City, Uganda. This was on the basis of the facts that the ... -
Adherence to safety measures among employees of crown beverages limited in nakawa division, kampala capital city authority.
(International Health Sciences University., 2015-12)Industrial workers are exposed to hazards in their work places as they engage in routine work, these hazards include physical, chemical, biological and mechanical. To reduce on the effect of these hazards, employees are ... -
Adherence to the Sewerage Treatment Plant Guidelines in Kampala:
(International Health Sciences University., 2016-11)Background: The study examined the level of adherence to the sewerage treatment guidelines at Lubigi sewage treatment plant.The study objectives were to;determine the safety management systems influencing adherence to the ... -
Adherence to Tuberculosis Infection Control Measures Among Health Workers in Bombo and Nakasongola Military Referal Hospitals.
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Agricultural Practices, Food Security and Nutritional Status of Children Under Five Years in Kateta Sub- County Serere District.
(International Health Sciences University, 2014-11)Main objective. The main aim of the research was to describe agriculture practices, food security and nutritional status of children under in Kateta sub county where malnutrition is on the increase among children. The ... -
Analysis of Absenteeism Among Health Workers in Public Primary Health Facilities, Mbale District, Uganda.
(International Health Sciences University., 2014-11)Introduction: The study of health workers absenteeism in public primary health facilities in Mbale District draws findings from unannounced visits of 26 public primary health facilities. The Health facilities were visited ... -
Analysis of Factors That Influence Compliance With Praziquantel for the Control of Intestinal Schistosomiasis in Communities of Mpigi District, Uganda.
(International Health Sciences University., 2014-11)Background: Intestinal schistosomiasis has been a major public health problem in Uganda. Government of Uganda during 2006 initiated Mass Drug Administration (MDA) with annual single dose of praziquantel tablets to all the ... -
An Analysis of the Patterns of Injuries Among the Residents of Mbiko Town, Buikwe District, Uganda.
(International Health Sciences University, 2013-09)Background Injuries are a major cause of mortality, morbidity and disability world over and these are most experienced in developed countries as they are heavily industrialized. These countries invest heavily in research ... -
Andersen Behavioral Model and Utilization of Breast Cancer Screening Services Among Kampala International University Students, Kampala District.
(International Health Sciences University., 2015-12)Background: Breast cancer is cancer that develops from breast tissue. Breast cancer is Public Health Problem in the world, and it is the most leading cause of death in both developed and developing countries; it’s also the ... -
Assesment of Acquisition Procedures for Medicines and Health Supplies From National Medical Stores by General and Regional Referal Health Facilities in Uganda.
(International Health Sciences University., 2014-11)Introduction This study was to assess the acquisition procedure of medicines and related supplies by public health facilities from National Medical Stores. The specific objectives were: 1. To assess the health facility ... -
Assesment of Management Processes Influencing the Functionality of Rural Water Facilities:
(International Health Sciences University., 2014-11)Introduction: Uganda's domestic water policy calls for sustainable provision of safe water within easy reach, and based on management responsibility and ownership by users with effective use and functionality of the water ... -
Assess the Capacity of Health Centre IVs to Manage Mental Health Problems :
(International Health Sciences University, 2011-09)According to the Mental Health Gap Action Programme (MHGAP), mental disorders account for 14% of the global burden of disease; 75% of which are in Low Developed Countries (WHO, 2008). In Uganda, common mental disorders can ...