Browsing by Subject "Disabilities"
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Determinants of change in contraceptive use among women with disabilities in Uganda for the period 2011-2016.
(Makerere University, 2022-03)The use of modern contraceptives among Women With Disabilities (WWDs) in Uganda stays remarkably low with only 16% of WWDs compared to the national average of 35% in 2016, yet they continue to bear the burden of mistimed ... -
Factors associated with health facility delivery among women with disabilities in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2020-11)Nearly half of all the women who die due to pregnancy-related causes are from sub-Saharan Africa. Women living with disabilities face challenges in accessing health facility delivery because of their inabilities and external ... -
Lymphatic filariasis infection five years after discontinuing Mass Drug Administration in Lango Sub region of Northern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-12)Background: Lymphatic filariasis (LF) continues to cause preventable disability in tropical and subtropical countries, including Uganda. It is a disease targeted for elimination by the World Health Organisation using an ... -
Prevalence and patterns of musculoskeletal deformities in adult stroke patients at Mulago Hospital
(Makerere University, 2015-10)Musculoskeletal deformities following stroke cause significant disability among stroke survivors.Deformities such as equinovarus, claw toes, etc. are amenable to surgical correction resulting in improved functional outcome. ...