Violence exposure, self-reported mental health concerns and use of alcohol and drugs for coping among youth in the slums of Kampala, Uganda - Perry EW, Culbreth R, Self-Brown S, Gilmore AK, Kasirye R, Musuya T, Ndetei D, Swahn MH.
This study aimed to a) compute the prevalence of violence exposure types, polyvictimization, and self-reported depression, anxiety, and using substances to cope among youth ages 12 to 18 years living on the streets or in the slums of Kampala, Uganda, (b) e... (Source: SafetyLit)
Source: SafetyLit - April 8, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Age: Adolescents Source Type: news
The impact of an economic empowerment intervention on intimate partner violence among women engaged in sex work in southern Uganda: a cluster randomized control trial - Nabayinda J, Witte SS, Kizito S, Nanteza F, Nsubuga E, Sensoy Bahar O, Nabunya P, Ssewamala FM.
This study examines the impact of an economic empowerment intervention on IPV among WESW in Southern Uganda... (Source: SafetyLit)
Source: SafetyLit - April 8, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Program and Other Evaluations, Effectiveness Studies Source Type: news
Public health surveillance through community health workers: a scoping review of evidence from 25 low-income and middle-income countries - Alhassan JAK, Wills O.
BACKGROUND: The last 3 years have witnessed global health challenges, ranging from the pandemics of COVID-19 and mpox (monkeypox) to the Ebola epidemic in Uganda. Public health surveillance is critical for preventing these outbreaks, yet surveillance syste... (Source: SafetyLit)
Source: SafetyLit - April 8, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Research Methods, Surveillance and Codes, Models Source Type: news
Uganda: Nup Deputy Spokesperson Tells Among to Back Off Kadaga
[Nile Post] Waiswa Mufumbiro was speaking at the funeral of the late Ramathan Waiswa, the younger brother of Bugweri County MP Abdu Katuntu. Present was Speaker Anita Among (Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine)
Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine - April 5, 2024 Category: African Health Tags: East Africa Health and Medicine Uganda Source Type: news
Africa: Stakeholders Convene in Uganda On Responsible Use of the Life Sciences
[WHO] Uganda has taken proactive steps to mitigate biorisks and govern dual-use research by being a pioneer country in the WHO African Region to pilot the Global guidance framework for the responsible use of the life sciences: mitigating biorisks and governing dual-use research (the framework). The Uganda Office of the Prime Minister was entrusted with coordinating this pivotal project in collaboration with the World Health Organization, recognizing its significance in enhancing national and regional (Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine)
Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine - April 3, 2024 Category: African Health Tags: Africa East Africa External Relations Health and Medicine International Organizations and Africa Uganda Source Type: news
Uganda ’s Constitutional Court Rejects Bid to Overturn Draconian Anti-LGBTQ Law
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Source: Reuters: Health - April 3, 2024 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Breaking the Silence: Gender-Based Challenges in the Lesotho Highlands Water Project ll
This article has been written as part of the Forus March With Us campaign for gender justice – a full month dedicated to the stories of activists and civil society organisations at the forefront of gender equality and justice.
Marianne Buenaventura Goldman is co-Chair, Civil Society Forum of the NDB (Africa) & Project Coordinator for Financing for Sustainable Development, Forus Reitumetse Nkoti Mabula is Executive Director, Seinoli Legal Centre
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Source: IPS Inter Press Service - Health - April 3, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: Marianne Buenaventura Goldman and Reitumetse Nkoti Mabula Tags: Africa Economy & Trade Environment Gender Gender Violence Headlines Health Human Rights Sustainable Development Goals TerraViva United Nations Women & Economy IPS UN Bureau Source Type: news
Uganda: Makerere University Takes Lead in Fight Against Zoonotic Diseases
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- Uganda has embraced the 'One Health' approach in order to be able to predict, prepare and effectively respond to public health challenges. (Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine)
Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine - April 2, 2024 Category: African Health Tags: East Africa Health and Medicine Uganda Source Type: news
Factors associated with antenatal depression among women attending antenatal care at Mubende Regional Referral Hospital: a cross-sectional study - Kasujja M, Omara S, Senkungu N, Ndibuuza S, Kirabira J, Ibe U, Barankunda L.
This study aimed to investigate the prevalence, severity, and factors associated with antenatal depression among women receiving antenatal care at Mubende Regional Referral Hospital (MRRH) in Uganda. Antenatal depression is a critical concern... (Source: SafetyLit)
Source: SafetyLit - March 28, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Age: Adolescents Source Type: news
Uganda: NARO Makes Breakthrough in the Development of Anti-Tick Vaccine
[Nile Post] The Uganda's National Agricultural Research Organization (NARO) has announced it has made good strides in the development of anti-tick vaccines. (Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine)
Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine - March 28, 2024 Category: African Health Tags: East Africa Health and Medicine Uganda Source Type: news
Uganda: Amb.Walusimbi, Shellmark Lifecare Boss Discuss Boosting Investment in Uganda's Pharmaceuticals
[Nile Post] The Senior Presidential Advisor on Diaspora Affairs, Amb. Abbey Walusimbi has assured investors of the government support and commitment towards creating an enabling environment for growth and sustainability of their business entities. (Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine)
Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine - March 27, 2024 Category: African Health Tags: Economy, Business and Finance East Africa Health and Medicine Investment Uganda Source Type: news
Expert talks decolonizing global radiology with AuntMinnie.com
As radiologists work on global health initiatives such as introducing health screening services to low-resource areas around the world, they should be cognizant of pitfalls that could exacerbate global health inequities.
That was the message from a recent editorial written by a team of experts in response to a study on patient navigation for breast cancer screening in Uganda. The editorial was published March 7 in the Journal of the American College of Radiology.
One of the editorial's authors, Farouk Dako, MD, from the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, spoke with AuntMinnie.com about strategies for decolonizi...
Source: AuntMinnie.com Headlines - March 27, 2024 Category: Radiology Authors: Amerigo Allegretto Tags: Practice Management Source Type: news
Uganda: Improving Menstrual Hygiene - a Sustainable Approach to Supporting Girls
[Nile Post] Menstrual hygiene is a fundamental aspect of women's health and well-being, yet many girls face challenges in accessing adequate resources and support. (Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine)
Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine - March 26, 2024 Category: African Health Tags: East Africa Health and Medicine Uganda Source Type: news
Uganda: Screening and Early Detection for Women's Health
[Nile Post] Women's health is a crucial aspect of overall well-being, yet many common ailments can have a significant impact if not detected and treated early. (Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine)
Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine - March 26, 2024 Category: African Health Tags: East Africa Health and Medicine Uganda Women and Gender Source Type: news
Uganda: Maternal Health - Improving Pregnancy and Childbirth Outcomes
[Nile Post] Maternal health is a critical aspect of healthcare, reflecting not just the well-being of mothers but also the health of future generations. (Source: AllAfrica News: Pregnancy and Childbirth)
Source: AllAfrica News: Pregnancy and Childbirth - March 26, 2024 Category: OBGYN Tags: East Africa Health and Medicine Pregnancy and Childbirth Uganda Source Type: news
