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Client and provider perspectives of the efficiency and quality of care in the context of rapid scale-up of antiretroviral therapy
(Mary Ann Liebert, 2010)Global scale-up of antiretroviral therapy (ART) has focused on clinical outcomes with little attention on its impact on existing health systems. In June–August 2008, we conducted a formative evaluation on ART scale-up and ... -
Climate for evidence-informed health systems: A print media analysis in 44 low- and middle income countries that host knowledge-translation platforms
(BioMed Central, 2011)Background: We conducted a print media analysis in 44 countries in Africa, the Americas, Asia, and the Eastern Mediterranean in order to understand one dimension of the climate for evidence-informed health systems and to ... -
Clinical presentation of bipolar mania in HIV-positive patients in Uganda.
(American Psychiatric Publishing, 2009)Background: Secondary mania in HIV-positive individuals has been well documented; however, cases of bipolar mania in HIV infection occur, as well. Objective: This is the first controlled study of the demographic and clinical ... -
Co-trimoxazole resistance of streptococcus pnemoniae and commensal strptococci from Kampala, Uganda
(2007)Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (co-trimoxazole) is used frequently for people living with HIV/AIDS in Africa. In this study, the prevalence and mechanisms of resistance to sulfonamides and trimethoprim in commensal oral ... -
Coarctation of aorta presenting as acute haemorrhagic stroke in a 14- year old. A case report.
(Makerere University Medical School, 2008-12)Coarctation of the aorta is a relatively common defect. It may occur as an isolated defect or in association with a variety of other lesions, most commonly bicuspid aortic valve. The diagnosis of coarctation of the aorta ... -
Commission of inquiry, 1957
(1957)This file contains papers and correspondences concerning complaints of 1956 over plots at Bwala and compensation and 151 Kimanya. -
Commissioning of the Makerere University main library new library extension: activities@MakLib
(Makerere University Library, 2012-10-29)We are all assembled here today because of the strategic decision made by Makerere University Council to support the Library to extend the needed space. This was enhanced by the grant from the Carnegie Corporation of New ... -
Community effectiveness of malaria treatment in Uganda: a long way to Abuja targets
(Taylor & Francis, 2005)Introduction: At the Roll Back Malaria summit for African countries in Abuja, the heads of state committed to ensure that by the year 2005 at least 60% of those suffering from malaria would have access to effective treatment ... -
Community perception of intestinal schistosomiasis in Busia District of Uganda.
(Kenya Medical Association, 2007-02-02)Objective: To elicit and understand peoples’ perceptions of intestinal schistosomiasis that is a prerequisite for designing appropriate control strategies. Design: Cross-sectional study using six focus group discussions ... -
Community perceptions and factors influencing utilisation of health services in Uganda
(BioMed Central, 2009)Background: Healthcare utilization has particular relevance as a public health and development issue. Unlike material and human capital, there is little empirical evidence on the utility of social resources in overcoming ... -
Community-acquired pnemonia in Ugandan adults: short-term parenteral ampicilin therapy for bacterial pnemonia
(American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene, 2001)A hospital-based prospective study of 99 patients with community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) was carried out in Kampala, Uganda. We evaluated microbiological etiologies, clinical features and effectiveness of short-term ... -
A comparative study of the prevalence and clinical features associated with depression among HIV- positive and HIV- negative elderly patients in Mulago Hospital
(Makerere University, 2013)INTRODUCTION HIV/AIDS still remains a global health problem. Depression is a leading contributor to the burden of disease worldwide, a critical barrier to HIV care and as well as prevention and a common serious HIV ... -
Conservation of priority woody species in Bunya County Mayuge District.
(2014-08-05)Plant species all over the world are threatened with extinction especially those that contribute to the well being of humans in areas they exist. This is due to their existence on farmlands with minimal protection unlike ... -
Constraints affecting the participation of girls and women in sports in Uganda
(1994)Despite the fact that the population of Uganda consists of nearly 60% females, there are more males involved in sports in Uganda than women. More men are penetrating sports at the international level than women in Uganda. ... -
Constraints affecting the participation of girls and women in sports in Uganda
(1994)Despite the fact that the population of Uganda consists of nearly 60% females, there are more males involved in sports in Uganda than women. More men are penetrating sports at the international level than women in Uganda. ... -
Coping responses during pregnancy and early motherhood among adolescents in Central Uganda
(2008)This study was conducted to better understand adolescents' experiences and coping strategies during pregnancy and childbirth in order to meet their needs. It explored and analyzed adolescents' coping responses during these ... -
Coping responses during pregnancy and early motherhood among adolescents in Central Uganda.
(2008)This study was conducted to better understand adolescents' experiences and coping strategies during pregnancy and childbirth in order to meet their needs. It explored and analyzed adolescents' coping responses during these ... -
Correspondence, 1926-1933.
(1926)This contains correspondence concerning; Buganda Kindergaten and Buloba College 1926-1930, Obulabirizi bwa Buganda 1926-1933 and Board of Education notices of meetings and agenda 1926-1933 -
The costs and effectiveness of four HIV counseling and testing strategies in Uganda
(Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins, 2009)Objective: HIV counseling and testing (HCT) is a key intervention for HIV/AIDS control, and new strategies have been developed for expanding coverage in developing countries. We compared costs and outcomes of four HCT ...