Benefits and Challenges of Implementing an Adaptation of Family Integrated Care in a Ugandan Setting
Adv Neonatal Care. 2024 Apr 1;24(2):172-180. doi: 10.1097/ANC.0000000000001161. Epub 2024 Mar 28.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Family Integrated Care (FICare) integrates parents as partners in neonatal intensive care unit care. Our team adapted and implemented this approach in a Ugandan unit for hospitalized neonates.PURPOSE: This qualitative descriptive study examined the perceptions of mothers and healthcare professionals (HCPs) of the benefits and challenges of this new approach to care.METHODS: Fifty-one mothers of hospitalized neonates born weighing greater than 2000 g participated in the program. They were taught to assess neo...
Source: Advances in Neonatal Care - March 28, 2024 Category: Nursing Authors: Nancy Feeley Olive Kabajaasi Nathan Kenya-Mugisha Abner Tagoola Karel O'Brien Jessica Duby Source Type: research
Benefits and Challenges of Implementing an Adaptation of Family Integrated Care in a Ugandan Setting
Adv Neonatal Care. 2024 Apr 1;24(2):172-180. doi: 10.1097/ANC.0000000000001161. Epub 2024 Mar 28.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Family Integrated Care (FICare) integrates parents as partners in neonatal intensive care unit care. Our team adapted and implemented this approach in a Ugandan unit for hospitalized neonates.PURPOSE: This qualitative descriptive study examined the perceptions of mothers and healthcare professionals (HCPs) of the benefits and challenges of this new approach to care.METHODS: Fifty-one mothers of hospitalized neonates born weighing greater than 2000 g participated in the program. They were taught to assess neo...
Source: Advances in Neonatal Care - March 28, 2024 Category: Nursing Authors: Nancy Feeley Olive Kabajaasi Nathan Kenya-Mugisha Abner Tagoola Karel O'Brien Jessica Duby Source Type: research
Whole transcriptomic analysis reveals overexpression of salivary gland and cuticular proteins genes in insecticide-resistant Anopheles arabiensis from Western Kenya
Effective vector control is key to malaria prevention. However, this is now compromised by increased insecticide resistance due to continued reliance on insecticide-based control interventions. In Kenya, we ha... (Source: BMC Genomics)
Source: BMC Genomics - March 27, 2024 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Authors: Diana Omoke, Lucy Mackenzie Impoinvil, Dieunel Derilus, Stephen Okeyo, Helga Saizonou, Nicola Mulder, Nsa Dada, Audrey Lenhart, Luc Djogb énou and Eric Ochomo Tags: Research Source Type: research
Four antenatal care visits by four months of pregnancy and four vital tests for pregnant mothers: impact of a community-facility health systems strengthening intervention in Migori County, Kenya
Early attendance at antenatal care (ANC), coupled with good-quality care, is essential for improving maternal and child health outcomes. However, achieving these outcomes in sub-Saharan Africa remains a challe... (Source: BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth)
Source: BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth - March 27, 2024 Category: OBGYN Authors: Yussif Alhassan, Lilian Otiso, Linet Okoth, Lois Murray, Charlotte Hemingway, Joseph M. Lewis, Mandela Oguche, Vicki Doyle, Nelly Muturi, Emily Ogwang, Hellen C. Barsosio and Miriam Taegtmeyer Tags: Research Source Type: research
Exploring the implementation of an SMS-based digital health tool on maternal and infant health in informal settlements
The rapid urbanization of Kenya has led to an increase in the growth of informal settlements. There are challenges with access to maternal, newborn, and child health (MNCH) services and higher maternal mortali... (Source: BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth)
Source: BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth - March 27, 2024 Category: OBGYN Authors: Sharon Ochieng ’, Nisha Hariharan, Timothy Abuya, Chantalle Okondo, Charity Ndwiga, Charlotte E. Warren, Anneka Wickramanayake and Sathyanath Rajasekharan Tags: Research Source Type: research
Lessons learned from COVID-19 vaccine acceptance among pregnant and lactating women from two districts in Kenya to inform demand generation efforts for future maternal RSV vaccines
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a leading cause of acute lower respiratory infections globally, with most RSV-related deaths occurring in infants (Source: BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth)
Source: BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth - March 27, 2024 Category: OBGYN Authors: Rupali J. Limaye, Prachi Singh, Berhaun Fesshaye and Ruth A. Karron Tags: Research Source Type: research
Implementation of post-discharge malaria chemoprevention (PDMC) in Benin, Kenya, Malawi, and Uganda: stakeholder engagement meeting report
A Stakeholder engagement meeting on the implementation of post-discharge malaria chemoprevention (PDMC) in Benin, Kenya, Malawi, and Uganda was held in Nairobi, Kenya, on 27 September 2023. Representatives fro... (Source: Malaria Journal)
Source: Malaria Journal - March 27, 2024 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Jenny Hill Tags: Meeting Report Source Type: research
Social Demographic Characteristics Associated with Visceral Leishmaniasis in West Pokot, Kenya
This study aimed to determine the social demographic characteristics associated with visceral leishmaniasis in West Pokot of Kenya. A mixed-methods research design was adopted where household questionnaires and key informant interviews were administered. Quantitative data was analyzed using SPSS version 22, and qualitative data were analyzed to establish patterns for interpretation. Male children aged 10 years or younger were the most infected by Leishmania donovani in the community. The hospital record indicated that 60% of previously treated visceral leishmaniasis patients were severely malnourished during admission. Ris...
Source: The American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene - March 26, 2024 Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: Bulle Abdullahi Joshua Mutiso Michael Gicheru Source Type: research
Social Demographic Characteristics Associated with Visceral Leishmaniasis in West Pokot, Kenya
This study aimed to determine the social demographic characteristics associated with visceral leishmaniasis in West Pokot of Kenya. A mixed-methods research design was adopted where household questionnaires and key informant interviews were administered. Quantitative data was analyzed using SPSS version 22, and qualitative data were analyzed to establish patterns for interpretation. Male children aged 10 years or younger were the most infected by Leishmania donovani in the community. The hospital record indicated that 60% of previously treated visceral leishmaniasis patients were severely malnourished during admission. Ris...
Source: Am J Trop Med Hyg - March 26, 2024 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Bulle Abdullahi Joshua Mutiso Michael Gicheru Source Type: research
Social Demographic Characteristics Associated with Visceral Leishmaniasis in West Pokot, Kenya
This study aimed to determine the social demographic characteristics associated with visceral leishmaniasis in West Pokot of Kenya. A mixed-methods research design was adopted where household questionnaires and key informant interviews were administered. Quantitative data was analyzed using SPSS version 22, and qualitative data were analyzed to establish patterns for interpretation. Male children aged 10 years or younger were the most infected by Leishmania donovani in the community. The hospital record indicated that 60% of previously treated visceral leishmaniasis patients were severely malnourished during admission. Ris...
Source: The American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene - March 26, 2024 Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: Bulle Abdullahi Joshua Mutiso Michael Gicheru Source Type: research
Social Demographic Characteristics Associated with Visceral Leishmaniasis in West Pokot, Kenya
This study aimed to determine the social demographic characteristics associated with visceral leishmaniasis in West Pokot of Kenya. A mixed-methods research design was adopted where household questionnaires and key informant interviews were administered. Quantitative data was analyzed using SPSS version 22, and qualitative data were analyzed to establish patterns for interpretation. Male children aged 10 years or younger were the most infected by Leishmania donovani in the community. The hospital record indicated that 60% of previously treated visceral leishmaniasis patients were severely malnourished during admission. Ris...
Source: Am J Trop Med Hyg - March 26, 2024 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Bulle Abdullahi Joshua Mutiso Michael Gicheru Source Type: research
Social Demographic Characteristics Associated with Visceral Leishmaniasis in West Pokot, Kenya
This study aimed to determine the social demographic characteristics associated with visceral leishmaniasis in West Pokot of Kenya. A mixed-methods research design was adopted where household questionnaires and key informant interviews were administered. Quantitative data was analyzed using SPSS version 22, and qualitative data were analyzed to establish patterns for interpretation. Male children aged 10 years or younger were the most infected by Leishmania donovani in the community. The hospital record indicated that 60% of previously treated visceral leishmaniasis patients were severely malnourished during admission. Ris...
Source: The American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene - March 26, 2024 Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: Bulle Abdullahi Joshua Mutiso Michael Gicheru Source Type: research
Social Demographic Characteristics Associated with Visceral Leishmaniasis in West Pokot, Kenya
This study aimed to determine the social demographic characteristics associated with visceral leishmaniasis in West Pokot of Kenya. A mixed-methods research design was adopted where household questionnaires and key informant interviews were administered. Quantitative data was analyzed using SPSS version 22, and qualitative data were analyzed to establish patterns for interpretation. Male children aged 10 years or younger were the most infected by Leishmania donovani in the community. The hospital record indicated that 60% of previously treated visceral leishmaniasis patients were severely malnourished during admission. Ris...
Source: Am J Trop Med Hyg - March 26, 2024 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Bulle Abdullahi Joshua Mutiso Michael Gicheru Source Type: research
Social Demographic Characteristics Associated with Visceral Leishmaniasis in West Pokot, Kenya
This study aimed to determine the social demographic characteristics associated with visceral leishmaniasis in West Pokot of Kenya. A mixed-methods research design was adopted where household questionnaires and key informant interviews were administered. Quantitative data was analyzed using SPSS version 22, and qualitative data were analyzed to establish patterns for interpretation. Male children aged 10 years or younger were the most infected by Leishmania donovani in the community. The hospital record indicated that 60% of previously treated visceral leishmaniasis patients were severely malnourished during admission. Ris...
Source: The American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene - March 26, 2024 Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: Bulle Abdullahi Joshua Mutiso Michael Gicheru Source Type: research
Social Demographic Characteristics Associated with Visceral Leishmaniasis in West Pokot, Kenya
This study aimed to determine the social demographic characteristics associated with visceral leishmaniasis in West Pokot of Kenya. A mixed-methods research design was adopted where household questionnaires and key informant interviews were administered. Quantitative data was analyzed using SPSS version 22, and qualitative data were analyzed to establish patterns for interpretation. Male children aged 10 years or younger were the most infected by Leishmania donovani in the community. The hospital record indicated that 60% of previously treated visceral leishmaniasis patients were severely malnourished during admission. Ris...
Source: Am J Trop Med Hyg - March 26, 2024 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Bulle Abdullahi Joshua Mutiso Michael Gicheru Source Type: research
