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2023 | INOSR APPLIED SCIENCES | Pp. 210-224
This study aimed to analyze the prevalence, trends, and causes of self-medication amongstudents at Kampala International University's western campus in Bushenyi, Uganda. Thedata was collected through semi-structured interviewer-led questionnaires and analyzed...
2023 | NEWPORT INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEARCH IN MEDICAL SCIENCES | Pp. 131-147
Uganda, one of the countries with the highest HIV burden, accounts for almost half of all new infections in theregion. A study was conducted to assess knowledge, attitude towards non-adherence to ART, and sociodemographicfactors associated with knowledge amon...
2023 | INOSR APPLIED SCIENCES | Pp. 158-167
This study examines the knowledge, attitude, and practices of married women ofreproductive age in Mubende Town Council, Mubende District on family planning methods.A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted on 292 married women aged 15-49 years,with 77...
2023 | NEWPORT INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEARCH IN MEDICAL SCIENCES | Pp. 190-200
Pregnancy and lactation are crucial periods for a woman's health, as they require increased nutrient intake to meet theirneeds. This study aimed to identify factors associated with undernutrition among pregnant mothers at MubendeRegional Referral Hospital. A...
2023 | NEWPORT INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEARCH IN MEDICAL SCIENCES | Pp. 109-119
The HIV/AIDS epidemic remains a global and national concern, and there is a need to focus on HIV prevention,especially in high-risk groups. A cross-sectional study was conducted to assess the factors influencing theutilization of HIV/AIDS prevention methods a...
2023 | IAA Journal of Biological Sciences | Pp. 167-175
The study aimed to identify factors influencing exclusive breastfeeding among infants atJinja regional referral hospital. Results showed that 37.3% of lactating mothers attendedimmunization clinics exclusively breastfeed. Socio-demographic factors such as mot...
2023 | NEWPORT INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEARCH IN MEDICAL SCIENCES | Pp. 165-177
Uganda has the highest incidence of cervical cancer, with over 65% of those diagnosed dying fromit. This research report aims to educate women on cervical cancer prevention, diagnosis, andmanagement protocols to improve their health status at HRRH. A descript...
2023 | INOSR APPLIED SCIENCES | Pp. 132-145
The Ministry of Health in Uganda has raised awareness about the dangers of analgesic selfmedication,but many Ugandans still use painkillers alongside antibiotics without aprescription. A study conducted at Bweramule Health Center III, Ntoroko District, found...
2023 | INOSR APPLIED SCIENCES | Pp. 241-250
This study aimed to assess the knowledge, attitudes, and practices towards hand hygieneamong Kampala International University Medical Students at Fort Portal Regional ReferralHospital. The study involved 171 students who agreed to participate. The data wascol...
2023 | NEWPORT INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEARCH IN MEDICAL SCIENCES | Pp. 120-130
Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a group of inherited haemoglobin disorders with abnormal sickle haemoglobin in redblood cells. Sickle cell anemia, the most common and severe form, results from homozygous inheritance of sicklehaemoglobin from both parents. A stud...