Research Papers: Recent submissions
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Influence of government policies on handwashing and vaccine uptake in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania to prevent and control COVID-19: a systematic review
(Front. Public Health, 2024-12-18)Introduction: The government's role in influencing policies related to Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccine distribution and handwashing practices is essential in controlling the spread of severe acute respiratory ... -
Enablers and barriers to vaccine uptake and handwashing practices to prevent and control COVID-19 in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania: a systematic review
(Front Public Health ., 2024-03-12)The global emergence of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) posed unprecedented challenges, jeopardizing decades of progress in healthcare systems, education, and poverty eradication. While proven interventions such as ... -
Determinants of Soil Transmitted Helminthiasis Control Practices at the Household Level in Bondo Sub County in Siaya County
(International Journal of Prevention and Treatment, 2023)Background: Soil-transmitted helminths (STH) refer to the intestinal worms infecting humans that are transmitted through contaminated soil (Cdc; 2022). STH infections are common infections worldwide and affect the poorest ... -
An analytical cross-sectional study on rabies prevention practices among dog owners in Mumias sub-County, Kakamega County Kenya
(PAMJ-One Health, 2024-10-18)Abstract Introduction: rabies has a high total case mortality rate once clinical signs appear; therefore, it is regarded as a zoonotic illness that poses significant concerns for public health. Domesticated dogs function ... -
Barriers to utilization of skilled birth attendance among post-natal women in a North Horr ward, Marsarbit County, Kenya:
(Edorium Journal of Maternal and Child Health, 2024-09)Aims: The purpose of this study was to examine barriers to the utilization of skilled birth attendance among women in North Horr ward, Marsarbit County. Specific aims were to assess potential demographic, economic, ... -
Determinants of breast milk donation and use of donor human milk among postpartum women in a City Hospital Nairobi, Kenya
(East African Medical Journal, 2024-08-27)Abstract Background: The World Health Organization advises that for newborns unable to obtain mother’s own milk, donor human milk is the superior substitute considering the economic and health advantages associated with ... -
Determinants Of Length Of Stay And Mortality Among Neonates Admitted To The Newborn Unit, Wajir County Referral Hospital, Kenya
(African Journal of Emerging Issues, 2022-10)Background: Prolonged hospital length of stay for neonates admitted to the newborn unit is a public health concern. Prolonged stay within the hospital exposes neonates to infection and increased healthcare ... -
Cross-sectional study on prevalence and risk factors of undiagnosed type 2 diabetes among patients with hypertension attending St. Orsola Catholic Mission Hospital, Tharaka Nithi County, Kenya
(PanAfrican Medical Journal, 2024-10)Introduction: according to the World Health Organization (WHO), Non-Communicable Diseases (NCD) were a major cause of death in 2022 accounting for 4 million (74%) of deaths worldwide. Diabetes mellitus and hypertension are ... -
Associations of Social Networks with Physical Activity Enjoyment among Older Adults: Walkability as a Modifier through a STROBE-Compliant Analysis
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Estimating Efficiency Levels of County Health Facilities in Kenya Pre and During COVID 19 Period using DEA Methodology
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Determining the human resource factors influencing strikes among healthcare workers in public hospitals in Nairobi County, Kenya.
(Journal of Health, Applied Sciences and Management, 2024) -
Factors Influencing Use of Personalized Asthma Action Plans among Adult Patients Aged 18-65 in Nyamira County Kenya
(International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health, 2023) -
Knowledge, Attitude and Practices on the Use of Asthma Action Plans among Adult Asthmatic Patients Aged 18-65 in Nyamira, Kenya.
(International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health, 2023-03) -
Monetary resource factors influencing strikes among healthcare workers in public hospitals in Nairobi County, Kenya.
(Journal of Health, Applied Sciences and Management, 2024-06) -
Food insecurity and mobility difficulty in middle-aged and older adults: The importance of bio-psychosocial factors
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Healthcare providers factors influencing the uptake of WHO modified safe child birth checklist in management of pre-term births among healthcare workers in Migori County, Kenya.
(International Journal Of Community Medicine And Public Health, 2024)
