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2024 | Elite Journal of Scientific Research and Review | Pp. 37-50
The dynamic interplay between CD4 and CD8 T-cell populations stands as a pivotal aspect of immune function, particularly in the context of HIV infection. The balance between CD4 and CD8 T-cell subsets is fundamental for orchestrating an effective immune respo...
2024 | Haematology International Journal | Pp. 1-9
Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) is a hereditary hemoglobinopathy characterized by chronic hemolytic anemia and vaso-occlusiveevents. In recent years, the Neutrophil-to-Lymphocyte Ratio (NLR) has emerged as a potential biomarker with prognostic anddiagnostic signifi...
2024 | Elite Journal of HIV. | Pp. 1-17
This review addresses the complex landscape of managing blood transfusions for individuals with HIV, uncovering challenges and considerations that influence patient care. As HIV has evolved into a manageable chronic condition with the advent of antiretroviral...
2024 | Elite Journal of Immunology | Pp. 1-12
The complex interplay between CD8 T cells and Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infection is a pivotal determinant of disease progression and immune responses. This synoptic review provides an in-depth analysis of CD8 dynamics during HIV infection, elucidati...
2024 | NEWPORT INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CURRENT RESEARCH IN HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES ( | Pp. 83-94
With a focus on NBS, NTV, STV, and Vision Group in particular, this study examined women in the mediaand their working conditions in a few chosen media firms in the Kampala District of Uganda. The line ofinvestigation aimed to ascertain the ways in which the...
2024 | IDOSR JOURNAL OF BIOLOGY, CHEMISTRY AND PHARMACY | Pp. 64-69
Despite global efforts to enhance contraceptive utilization, adolescent females in Uganda face persistentchallenges accessing and utilizing modern contraceptive methods, resulting in high fertility rates and maternalmortality. This cross-sectional study inves...
2024 | IDOSR JOURNAL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY | Pp. 23-34
Cervical cancer remains a significant public health concern globally, particularly in low-income countries wheremortality rates are disproportionately high. This cross-sectional study aimed to assess the knowledge, attitude,and uptake of cervical cancer scree...
2024 | IDOSR JOURNAL OF BIOLOGY, CHEMISTRY AND PHARMACY | Pp. 53-63,
This study investigates the knowledge, attitude, and practices (KAP) regarding sickle cell disease (SCD) amongadult outpatients at Lira Regional Referral Hospital (LRRH) in Northern Uganda. Employing a descriptive crosssectionalqualitative approach, data were...
2024 | IDOSR JOURNAL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY | Pp. 35-42
Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) remain a significant public health concern globally, particularly amongadolescents. Despite efforts to combat STIs, rates continue to rise, especially in developed countries like Sweden,Germany, France, and Britain. This...
2024 | INOSR HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES | Pp. 21-29
This study investigates the impact of Coca-Cola advertising on consumer preferences in Uganda, with the followingobjectives: (1) to assess the effectiveness of advertising strategies employed by the Coca-Cola Company, (2) toexamine the relationship between ad...