Readable research linked to original sources
Articles
Browse normalized, publication-ready research with direct links to its evidence and source.
Loading articles data…
Readable research linked to original sources
Browse normalized, publication-ready research with direct links to its evidence and source.
Loading articles data…
Readable research linked to original sources
Browse normalized, publication-ready research with direct links to its evidence and source.
25 articles
Newest firstIntroduction and aims Cannabis use among university students is a growing concern, particularly in demanding medical programs. We estimated prevalence, identified predictors, and compared coping strategies among medical students in Uganda. Design and methods Cross-sectional survey of 318 undergraduates at Kampala International University (Western Campus). Cannabis use and hazardous/disordered use were screened wit…
Open article record in new tab ↗Snakebite envenoming is a neglected tropical disease with a disproportionate burden in sub-Saharan Africa, where weak surveillance, limited antivenom availability, and reliance on traditional remedies compound morbidity and mortality. Evidence on how snakebite cases are clinically managed in routine practice in Uganda remains scarce. We conducted a facility-based cross-sectional study with retrospective abstractio…
Diabetes mellitus is an increasing public health challenge in Uganda and other low- and middle-income countries, where health systems face growing demands for chronic disease care. Although quantitative studies have documented poor glycemic control and health system constraints, less is known about how patients and healthcare providers experience diabetes management in peri-urban public health settings. This study…
Open article record in new tab ↗BackgroundSnakebite envenomation (SBE) is a major public health crisis in rural Uganda, yet it remains a neglected tropical disease. Effective management is often compromised by systemic barriers and a lack of clinician training. This study assessed clinician self-efficacy and objective knowledge regarding SBE management in Northern Uganda. MethodsA descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted between February…
Open article record in new tab ↗BackgroundPoor glycemic control, a contributor to the development of diabetes related complications among patients with diabetes mellitus, remains a public health challenge in low-and middle-income countries. In Uganda, limited evidence exists on predictors of poor glycemic control among diabetic patients attending peri-urban primary healthcare facilities. The study assessed predictors of poor glycemic control amo…
BackgroundThe sanitation crisis poses a significant public health risk, leading to diseases like diarrhoea, cholera, and typhoid, which impede childrens health and development in developing countries like Uganda. Improving sanitation infrastructure is crucial for safeguarding child health and future generations. However, the link between sanitation and childrens health is complex, influenced by various factors. Th…
Open article record in new tab ↗Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus (MRS) infections are a significant public health concern. Anterior nares serve as a major reservoir and source of spread of MRS ssp. People living with HIV (PLWHIV) tend to be at higher risk of colonisation with MRS organisms due to frequent healthcare exposure. We assessed the prevalence of MRS nasal carriage and associated factors among PLWHIV at the HIV clinic of Kiruddu Nat…
BackgroundIndustrial and peri-urban settings present complex health challenges driven by occupational exposures, environmental risks, and socioeconomic vulnerability. Despite ongoing health education and preventive efforts, many populations living and working in such settings continue to experience significant unmet health needs that limit wellbeing and access to care. MethodsThis cross-sectional qualitative study…
Open article record in new tab ↗Abstract Background: Substance use can negatively impact treatment adherence and health outcomes, thus exacerbating the burden of the disease. This study determined the prevalence and factors associated with substance use among patients with TB disease in Kampala, Uganda. Methods: This was a cross-sectional study of 144 patients with drug-susceptible TB enrolled from July 2020 to March 2021 across five health faci…
Open article record in new tab ↗The current PrEP delivery models in Uganda do not fully address the socio-economic, cultural, and logistical challenges faced by female sex workers (FSW), resulting in low adherence, mistrust in the healthcare system, and missed opportunities for effective PrEP care, as reflected in national data. This study evaluated the feasibility and effectiveness of a discrete-choice PrEP delivery model to improve PrEP uptake…
BackgroundNeglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) pose a substantial global public health challenge, particularly in vulnerable refugee populations. In Uganda, millions are at risk, yet primary healthcare (PHC) facility capacity within refugee settlements to effectively manage these diseases remains underexplored. This study assessed infrastructure, diagnostic capabilities, and resource availability for NTD management…
Utilization of routine health data for Annual Health Work Plan (AHWP) development is crucial for effective health planning. However, data use remains a challenge in many health facilities, especially in low-resource settings like the Bukedi region of Uganda. In order to assess data utilization for AHWP development and identify health system related factors influencing data use among healthcare workers in Bukedi re…
Use of alcohol and other substances remains a major health concern among higher learning institutions. This study aimed at assessing the prevalence of alcohol and other substance use among students at Busitema University in Eastern Uganda. A cross sectional survey was conducted among 658 undergraduate students using a questionnaire consisting of Alcohol, Smoking and Substance Involvement Screening Tool and partici…
HIV incidence remains alarmingly high among female sex workers (FSWs) in Uganda, necessitating targeted interventions. This study aimed to identify individual and provider-level barriers and facilitators to primary HIV prevention among FSWs in an urban setting. Focus groups involving FSWs and healthcare providers (HCPs) were conducted to inform the development of tailored prevention interventions. Results revealed…
Introduction Although the use of illicit drugs is common among young people, limited data exists on the use of illicit drugs among adolescent boys and young men (ABYM). We assessed the use of tobacco, marijuana and khat among ABYM to inform the design of harm-reduction interventions. Methods This secondary analysis uses data from a formative study conducted among 2,500 ABYM across the five divisions of Kampala bet…
Open article record in new tab ↗ObjectiveThis study aims to compare how HIV-positive and HIV-negative women in a remote sub-country in Uganda access health services to inform consideration of potential HIV and HPV-based cervical cancer screening integration at the community level. MethodsThis cross-sectional study recruited women living in the South Busoga District Reserve from January to August 2023. Women were eligible if they were aged 30 to…
Open article record in new tab ↗BackgroundTraditional community beliefs and cultural practices can facilitate the spread of ebolaviruses during outbreaks. On September 20, 2022, Uganda declared a Sudan Virus Disease (SVD) outbreak after a case was confirmed in Mubende District. During September-November 2022, the outbreak spread to eight additional districts. We investigated the role of community beliefs and practices in the spread of SUDV in Ug…
Open article record in new tab ↗BackgroundThe use of anti-retroviral therapy (ART) in management and prevention of HIV/AIDS epidemic is a globally accepted strategy. In Uganda, despite the efforts to increase uptake of ART, adherence remains a huge challenge. This study, therefore, was conducted to explore psychosocial factors which influenced non-adherence to ART among young adults in Eastern Uganda. MethodsThis was an exploratory qualitative s…
Open article record in new tab ↗BackgroundInfants born to HIV-infected mothers are at a high risk of acquiring the infection. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends early diagnosis of HIV-exposed infants (HEIs) through deoxyribonucleic acid polymerase chain reaction (DNA PCR) and rapid HIV testing. Early detection of paediatric HIV is critical for access to antiretroviral therapy treatment (ART) and child survival. Theres, however, limit…
Open article record in new tab ↗BackgroundDiabetes and hypertension are among the leading contributors to global mortality and require life-long medical care. However, many patients cannot access quality healthcare due to high out-of-pocket expenditures, thus health insurance would help provide relief. This paper examines factors associated with utilization of health insurance by patients with diabetes or hypertension at two urban hospitals in M…
Open article record in new tab ↗