College of Veterinary Medicine, Animal Resources and BioSecurity (CoVAB): Recent submissions
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Antimicrobial profiles of E. coli, Salmonella and Campylobacter spp from raw and roasted chicken meat. A case of vending points along selected highways in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-03)Food-borne pathogens are an emerging threat in lieu of increased population growth and urbanization. Safety of ready-to-eat foods notably those on highways is questionable as several cases of gastro-intestinal issues have ... -
East Coast fever carrier status and Theileria parva breakthrough strains in recently ITM vaccinated cattle in Iganga District, Eastern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-04)East Coast fever (ECF), a tick-borne disease caused by Theileria parva (T. parva) is the most important hindrance to the livestock industry in the eastern, central and southern Africa which is the major source of income ... -
Frequency of Factor V-Leiden, Prothrombin G20210A, and Methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase mutations (c677t) among patients in Mulago sickle cell clinic
(Makerere University, 2022-04)Sickle cell diseases (SCD) is the major cause of death among children under 5 years. Some genetic polymorphisms associated with thrombophilia are known to increase the severity and frequency of this complication in sickle ... -
Knowledge and practice of dairy cattle zero grazing farmers in Kabale Municipality, South-western Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022)The study sought to examine the knowledge and practices of dairy cattle zero grazing farmers in Kabale municipality, Kabale district a south western region in Uganda. There has not been sufficient studies on farmers’ ... -
Antioxidant and antimicrobial properties of propolis extracts from four ecological zones of Uganda: its potential application in livestock health.
(Makerere University, 2022-03-28)Propolis, a resinous bee product has been attracting global interest from the scientific community due to growing scientific evidence of its beneficial biological properties. While studies elsewhere document evidence of ... -
Financial analysis of beef cattle fattening systems in Nakaseke District, Central Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-03)No studies had been done regarding the financial analysis of beef cattle fattening systems in Uganda. This study therefore assessed the financial performance of beef cattle fattening systems in Nakaseke District, Central ... -
Spatio-temporal patterns of anthrax outbreaks in cattle in Kween and Arua Districts, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-02)A study was done to understand and compare the spatiotemporal patterns of cattle anthrax outbreaks with emphasis on progression, intensity, direction, and hotspot areas in Arua and Kween districts. Data were collected ... -
A comparative study of the efficiency and quality of six surfaces in drying Haplochromis SPP. (Nkejje) at Rubare Fish Landing Site in Lake Mburo protected area
(Makerere University, 2021-01)The study compared the efficiency and quality of the currently used traditional fish drying surface ‘Bare ground’ to five newly modified and improved surfaces in drying Haplochromis spp. (nkeje). The study was done at ... -
Diagnostic performance of four hepatitis B surface antigen CE marked and one WHO prequalified rapid diagnostic tests in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-02)Hepatitis B is a global health problem and as a blood-borne disease, it remains a common cause of viral hepatitis infection, with possible long-term complications of cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma in patients who ... -
Prevalence of gastrointestinal parasites and molecular identification of benzimidazole resistance associated with beta-tubulin gene in adult Haemonchus contortus worms in goats from selected districts of Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-01)Gastrointestinal parasites are among the most economically important pathogens of small ruminants causing serious economic losses and animal welfare problems for the livestock industry worldwide. Resistance against the ... -
Sero-prevalence of and risk factors for Brucellosis in sheep and goats in Gweri and Aukot in Soroti district, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2018)Brucellosis is a disease of economic importance in livestock and a public health concern in humans. It causes abortion among other signs in pregnant animals and therefore, causes losses in areas with large number of ... -
Characterisation of integrons which potentially mediate dissemination of antibiotic resistance in enterobacteriaceae isolated from healthy community members
(Makerere University, 2020-10)Antibiotic resistance has become a global public health concern, by limiting the number of drugs used to treat bacterial infections. Antimicrobial resistance and multidrug resistance (MDR) therefore increase morbidity and ... -
Prevalence of leptospirosis among patients attending renal and general outpatient units in Mulago Hospital, Kampala, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2020-12)Leptospirosis is a zoonotic bacterial infection caused by spirochetes, which belong to the genus Leptospira. It is the most widespread zoonosis in the world and is considered a global public health threat. The dynamics of ... -
Sero-prevalence and risk factors of peste des petit ruminants in Nakasongola and Nakaseke districts of Uganda
(Makerere University, 2020-01)Peste des petits ruminants [PPR] is an acute highly contagious disease of small ruminants with high morbidity and mortality, leading to significant losses to farmers in Uganda. In Uganda, documented information on the ... -
Isolation of Staphylococcus Aureus and factors for colonization at a selected animal clinic in Kampala, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021)Background: Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) colonizes numerous body sites and is one of the most frequently isolated bacteria associated with nosocomial infections worldwide. Treatment with antibiotics remains the ... -
The validity of novel biomarkers in improving prediction and diagnosis of coronary heart disease : a case of Mengo Hospital
(Makerere University, 2020-08-25)Rising incidences of coronary heart disease is of great concern to public health especially among individuals without symptoms. This calls for accurate, early diagnosis which is the cornerstone for treatment, prognosis, ... -
Evaluation of diatomite for improved chicken productivity in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021)This study sought to assess the effect of diatomaceous earth (DE) on internal and ectoparasites and on productivity of commercial layer chicken raised under Ugandan environment. Data collection employed both qualitative ... -
Antibacterial activity and acute toxicity of herbs used in treatment of water borne diarrheal diseases in Butaleja District
(Makerere University, 2021-04)Uganda is still negatively impacted by a huge burden of water borne diseases, the heaviest being diarrhoeal diseases. This may result in high morbidity and mortality rates if left unattended to. The study documented herbs ... -
Assessment of human and veterinary drug shop sellers’ practices and awareness of antimicrobial resistance : a cross section study in Jinja, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-03)Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a global problem whereby it can affect any person regardless of age, sex, location among other factors. It occurs naturally, although the misuse of antibiotics in humans, animals and ... -
Socio-economic effects of climate change among communities surrounding Lake Mburo National Park, Uganda : a gender perspective
(Makerere University, 2021-03)Climate change has been increasingly recognized as a global crisis threatening the livelihoods of rural communities in Africa. This study investigated the socio-economic effects of climate change among communities surrounding ...