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How to Search for Books Using the Online Library Catalogue
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Human Resources Policy and Staff Terms and Conditions of Service
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Hydatid disease in the Turkana district of Kenya, IV. The prevalence of Echinococcus granulosus infections in dogs, and observations on the role of the dog in the lifestyle of the Turkana.
(Liverpool of Tropical Medicine, 4/14/1983)The prevalence of Echinococcus granulosus in dogs in the Turkana District of Kenya was 39.4% of 695 examined. Of these, 98 (35.8%) had heavy Echinococcus worm burdens (10(3)-5 X 10(4) ), while 54 (19.7%) and 122 (44.5%) ... -
Hydatid Disease in the Turkana District of Kenya. III. The Significance of Wild Animals in the Transmission of Echinococcus granulosus, with Particular Reference to Turkana and Masailand in Kenya
(Pathogens and Global Health - Annals of Tropical Medicine and Parasitology, 1983-03)The results are given of a study on the role of wildlife in the transmission of Echinococcus granulosus in the Turkana and Narok Districts of Kenya. A total of 76 wild carnivores belonging to three separate species was ... -
Hypertension and Associated Inflammatory Markers Among HIV-Infected Patients in Tanzania
(Journal of Interferon & Cytokine Research, 2021-08-17)There remains a dearth of data regarding the association between chronic inflammation and hypertension (HTN) in sub-Saharan Africa, a region that accounts for >70% of the global burden of HIV infection. Therefore, we ... -
“I will not let my HIV status stand in the way." Decisions on motherhood among women on ART in a slum in Kenya a qualitative study
(BioMed Central, 4/28/2010)Background The African Medical Research Foundation antiretroviral therapy program at the community health centre in Kibera counsels women to wait with pregnancy until they reach the acceptable level of 350 cells/ml CD4 ... -
Iatrogenic Genitourinary Fistula: An 18-year Retrospective Review of 805 Injuries
(Springer, 2014-12-25)Introduction and hypothesis: Genitourinary fistula poses a public health challenge in areas where women have inadequate access to quality emergency obstetric care. Fistulas typically develop during prolonged, obstructed ... -
The Identification of Eggs of Echinococcus by Immunofluorescence Using a Specific Anti-oncospheral Monoclonal antibody
(The American journal of tropical medicine and hygiene, 1/1/1986)A relatively simple and specific test has been developed to distinguish eggs of Echinococcus from those of other morphologically identical taeniid species. A specific anti-Echinococcus oncosphere monoclonal antibody was ... -
Identification of Multidrug-resistant Salmonella Plasmid Variants Using Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) Based Replicon Typing Technique in Ghana
(Amref Health Africa, 12/12/2019)Introduction: Salmonella infections cause significant morbidity and mortality, especially in resource-limited countries. The situation is worsened by widespread presence of multidrug resistant (MDR) strains, largely encoded ... -
Identifying and Addressing Barriers to Uptake of Voluntary Medical Male Circumcision in Nyanza, Kenya among Men 18-35: A Qualitative Study
(Plos One, 2014-06-05)Background: Uptake of VMMC among adult men has been lower than desired in Nyanza, Kenya. Previous research has identified several barriers to uptake but qualitative exploration of barriers is limited and evidence-informed ... -
The impact and Cost-effectiveness of the Amref Health Africa-Smile Train Cleft Lip and Palate Surgical Repair Programme in Eastern and Central Africa
(Pubmed, 2017-09-14)Cleft lip with or without cleft palate (CLP) is a congenital malformation that causes significant morbidity in low and middle income countries. Amref Health Africa has partnered with Smile Train to provide CLP surgeries ... -
Impact Evaluation of Community Led Alternative Rite of Passage Model to Eradicate Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting in Kajiado County, Kenya
(AMREF Health Africa, 2020-06-03)Amref Health Africa in Kenya commissioned an independent impact study of one of its interventions – the community led alternative rite of passage (CLARP), rolled out for the first time in 2009 in Kajiado county. The ... -
The impact of Community Led Alternative Rite of Passage on Eradication of Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting in Kajiado County, Kenya: A Quasi-experimental Study
(PLOS ONE, 4/28/2021)Introduction In Kenya, Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C) is highly prevalent in specific communities such as the Maasai and Somali. With the intention of curtailing FMG/C prevalence in Maasai community, Amref Health ... -
Impact of COVID-19 on HIV/AIDS Programming in Kenya:
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Impact of Internalized Stigma on HIV Prevention Behaviors Among HIV-Infected Individuals Seeking HIV Care in Kenya
(Mary Ann Liebert, Inc., 10/31/2012)In general, an initial diagnosis of HIV is likely to be correlated with the onset of HIV stigma. HIV-positive individuals are likely to internalize stigma, may suffer from psychosocial issues, or engage in maladaptive ... -
Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Sexual and Reproductive Health Services in Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Kenya, Malawi and Uganda
(The African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC), 2021-04)Executive Summary Since the first case of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) was reported in China in late 2019, the ensuing global pandemic has challenged human health and development and hampered the attainment of ... -
Impact of the First Wave of the COVID-19 Pandemic on HIV/AIDS Programming in Kenya: Evidence from Kibera Informal Settlement and COVID-19 Hotspot Counties
(MDPI, 2021-06-03)The study sought to determine the impact of COVID-19 on HIV/AIDS programming in the Kibera informal settlement and COVID-19 hotspot counties during the first wave of the pandemic. The study was conducted in two phases. ... -
Impact of the First Wave of the COVID-19 Pandemic on HIV/AIDS Programming in Kenya: Evidence from Kibera Informal Settlement and COVID-19 Hotspot Counties
(MDPI, 2023-01)The study sought to determine the impact of COVID-19 on HIV/AIDS programming in the Kibera informal settlement and COVID-19 hotspot counties during the first wave of the pandemic. The study was conducted in two phases. The ...