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2023 | INOSR Experimental Sciences | Pp. 73-84
Persistent immune activation and chronic inflammation represent pivotal facets of HumanImmunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infection, profoundly influencing disease progression andcomplications. This abstract synthesizes current knowledge to unravel the intricate in...
2023 | INOSR Scientific Research | Pp. 18-26
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune illness that affects the entire body, with theinvolvement of the joints and gradual bone and cartilage loss. Environmental and geneticfactors contribute to the susceptibility to RA. A growing body of research in rece...
2023 | IDOSR JOURNAL OF BIOCHEMISTRY, BIOTECHNOLOGY AND ALLIED FIELDS | Pp. 23-37
HIV/AIDS remains a pressing global health concern, particularly impacting socio-economicdevelopment in various African nations, Uganda included. Revealing one's HIV-positivestatus to a family member or relative is crucial for adherence to effective antiretrov...
2023 | IDOSR JOURNAL OF BIOCHEMISTRY, BIOTECHNOLOGY AND ALLIED FIELDS | Pp. 59-70
This research aimed to gauge cervical cancer screening participation and its influencingfactors among Women of Reproductive Age (WRA) at Jinja Regional Referral Hospital (JRRH)in Eastern Uganda. Conducted from January to April 2021, the study utilized a cross...
2023 | IDOSR JOURNAL OF BIOCHEMISTRY, BIOTECHNOLOGY AND ALLIED FIELDS | Pp. 87-100
The aim of this study was to identify the factors linked to HIV serostatus and the risksof HIV positivity among children under two years old exposed to HIV at MityanaGeneral Hospital in Mityana district, Uganda. This was a cross-sectional descriptivesurvey ut...
2023 | IAA Journal of Applied Sciences | Pp. 8-19
Elements denser than water are known as heavy metals, and they are a major global dangerto the environment and human health. The ubiquity of each metal in diverse environmentalmatrices is highlighted by its existence in both natural and industrial sources. Hu...
2023 | IDOSR JOURNAL OF BIOCHEMISTRY, BIOTECHNOLOGY AND ALLIED FIELDS | Pp. 101-118
Globally, cervical cancer stands as a pressing health issue for women, ranking as thesecond most common cancer type among females worldwide. A study conducted at FortPortal Regional Referral Hospital in Fort Portal City aimed to assess the prevalence andfacto...
2023 | IDOSR JOURNAL OF BIOCHEMISTRY, BIOTECHNOLOGY AND ALLIED FIELDS | Pp. 48-58
Antenatal care (ANC) plays a pivotal role in curbing maternal mortality rates. Thisinvestigation sought to gauge the prevalence of and factors influencing antenatal care serviceutilization among pregnant women visiting Mutara Health Centre III's antenatal car...
2023 | INOSR Experimental Sciences
Antiretroviral therapy (ART) has revolutionized the landscape of HIV treatment, substantiallyreducing morbidity and mortality rates in affected individuals. However, while ARTeffectively suppresses viral replication and restores immune function, its impact on...
2023 | IDOSR JOURNAL OF BIOCHEMISTRY, BIOTECHNOLOGY AND ALLIED FIELDS | Pp. 12-22
This research aimed to rigorously evaluate the knowledge, attitude, and practice concerningexclusive breastfeeding among lactating mothers attending Hoima Regional Referral Hospital(HRRH). Employing a quantitative descriptive research design, the study meticu...