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Unmasking the Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Tuberculosis Diagnosis and Care in Bungoma County, Kenya
After the declaration of COVID-19 as a pandemic by the World Health Organization (WHO) in March 2020, the global focus solely shifted to fighting the pandemic. Tuberculosis (TB) services were affected in that the number of newly diagnosed tuberculosis patients decreased from 7.1 million in 2019 to 5.8 million in 2020. This study investigated the effects of COVID-19 on the diagnosis of tuberculosis patients and their treatment outcomes in Bungoma County, Kenya Read More >>>
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Uptake of Drug Susceptibility Testing and Factors Associated among TB Patients in Bungoma County, 2018-2022
Drug Susceptibility Tests play an important role in developing strategies to identify and treat patients at high risk of Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis. Kenya is among countries with a high burden for Tuberculosis, and Multidrug-resistant/Rifampicin Resistant Tuberculosis. Early diagnosis and detection of drug-resistant Mycobacterium tuberculosis is a priority to identify patients not responding to treatment and avoid transmission of resistant strain. This study aimed to determine the uptake of the Drug Susceptibility Test and associated factors among tuberculosis patients in Bungoma County
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Factors Associated with Loss to Follow Up among Tuberculosis Patients in Embu County, 2016-2021
Loss of follow-up among Tuberculosis patients is a significant challenge for Tuberculosis control. It may lead to prolonged infectiousness of Tuberculosis cases, increased rate of treatment failure, relapse, progression to drug-resistant TB, and deaths. The study aimed at identifying factors associated with loss to follow-up among TB patients in Embu County. Read More >>>
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Lessons from the deployment and management of public handwashing stations in esponse to the COVID-19 pandemic in Kenya: A cross-sectional, observational study
During the COVID-19 pandemic in Kenya, 5,311 handwashing stations were distributed by the National Business Compact Coalition (NBCC) to help combat the virus. This study evaluated 316 of these stations across five counties, assessing functionality, usability, and accessibility. Despite initial success, only 61% of stations remained functional 6–8 months post-distribution, often due to relocation by caretakers. This study highlights the importance of ongoing monitoring and support for public handwashing facilities in pandemic response efforts. Read More
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Levels of handwashing and vaccine uptake in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania to prevent and control COVID-19: A systematic review and meta-analysis
This systematic review and meta-analysis investigated COVID-19 vaccine uptake and handwashing practices in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania as preventive measures against the spread of SARS-CoV-2. Drawing from 17 studies involving 18,305 participants and 622 vaccination sites, the analysis found high levels of handwashing (88%) and vaccine acceptance (67%), with relatively low vaccine hesitancy (31%). The findings highlight the need for targeted public health strategies to enhance awareness and ensure effective adoption of both hand hygiene and vaccination to control COVID-19 in the region. Read More
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Undernutrition of orphans and vulnerable children: A comparison of cash transfer beneficiaries and non beneficiaries in Korogocho Slums, Nairobi
his study assessed the prevalence and factors associated with undernutrition among children in Korogocho, Nairobi, comparing beneficiaries of the Kenya Cash Transfer Program to non-beneficiaries. Using a cross-sectional design, 336 children. Significant associations were found between undernutrition and factors such as household composition, food expenditure, and dietary intake. Despite improved nutritional outcomes among beneficiaries, the study recommends further education on optimal use of cash transfers and nutrition to enhance their impact. Read More
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Amref Health Africa in Kenya invites sealed bids from eligible candidates for Printing of Malaria Facility Reporting Tools in lots as listed below; Artwork Printing of Malaria Facility Reporting Tools Printing MOH booklets lot 1 Printing MOH booklets lot 2 Pre-bid Con
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Community Health Workers: An Underappreciated Asset to Tackle NCD Global Heart (formerly CVD Prevention and Control)
Low- and middle-income countries are increasingly facing a double burden of communicable and non-communicable diseases (NCDs), compounded by undernutrition, overnutrition, urbanization, and strained health systems. A major challenge is the lack of a skilled health workforce equipped to manage chronic conditions. While scaling up formal training is essential, Community Health Workers (CHWs) offer a powerful, often underutilized solution. Embedded within their communities, CHWs bring local knowledge and act as service extenders and agents of change. Despite limited formal training, their reach a
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