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Haematological characteristics of HIV positive patients seen at Muhimbili National Hospital and their relation to the clinical stage: A Cross-sectional analytical study carried out at Muhimbili National Hospital

Lyimo, Magdalena Amani (Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences., 2003)

Background HIV infection in addition to having significant immunologic, infectious and neoplastic manifestations, has been reported to be associated with a number of haematological complications which result in ...

Hand hygiene compliance among healthcare workers at Muhimbili Orthopaedics Institute, Dar es Salaam Tanzania

Lukamirwa, G.A. (Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences, 2021)

Background of the study: In Tanzania hand hygiene was rarely practiced when gloves were used, compliance to hand hygiene varies by health worker characteristics whereby female health workers were better at hand hygiene, ...

Harmonization of medical products regulation: A key factor for improving regulatory capacity in the East African Community. BMC Public Health. Vol.21(1):1-3.

Ndomondo-Sigonda, M.; Miot, J.; Naidoo, S. (Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences, 2021)

ABSTRACT Background: Limited capacity to regulate medical products is associated with circulation of products which do not meet standards of quality, safety and efficacy with negative public health and economic outcomes. ...

Head and Neck Lymphatic Malformation Management Algorithm: An Experience from a Tertiary Centre in Tanzania

Mungia, A.M; Moshy, J.R; Owibingire, S.S; Sohal, K.S; Mtenga, A.A; Berege, G.Z (Medical Journal of Zambia, 2021)

Background: Lymphatic malformations are localized areas of malformed lymphatic system that can either be congenital or acquired which commonly occur in the head and neck region. Several treatment options for ...

Health providers' attitudes, practices and the factors influencing their management of unwanted pregnancy in Dar es salaam region -Tanzania.

Thomas, Angela Nguluma (Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences, 2007)

Health care costs associated with clinic visits for prevention of mother-to-child transmission of HIV in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Naburi, H. E.; Mujinja, P.; Kilewo, C.; Biberfeld, G.; Ekström, A. M. (Medicine, 2021)

Abstract Early and appropriate antenatal care (ANC) is key for the effectiveness of prevention of mother-to-child transmission (PMTCT) of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). We evaluated the importance of ANC visits and ...

Health care in a homophobic climate: the SPEND model for providing sexual health services to men who have sex with men where their health and human rights are compromised

Ross, M.W.; Nyoni, J.; Larsson, M.; Mbwambo, J.; Agardh, A.; Kashiha, J.; McCurdy, S.A. (Global Health Action, 2015-02)

We present a model for developing health services for men who have sex with men (MSM) in sub-Saharan Africa and other places where MSM are heavily stigmatized and marginalized. The processes of the SPEND model include ...

Health care in a homophobic climate: the SPEND model for providing sexual health services to men who have sex with men where their health and human rights are compromised

Ross, w.m; Nyoni, J; Larsson, l; Mbwambo, J; Agard, A; Kashiha, J; McCurd, A.S (Global Health Action, 2015-03)

We present a model for developing health services for men who have sex with men (MSM) in sub-Saharan Africa and other places where MSM are heavily stigmatized and marginalized. The processes of the SPEND model include ...

Health care working conditions and quality obstetric care among health care providers at antenatal and delivery units at Kibondo district council

Kazingo, Lucas Juma (Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences, 2009)

Health diplomacy the adaptation of global health interventions to local needs in sub-Saharan Africa and Thailand: evaluating findings from Project Accept (HPTN 043).

Kevany, S.; Khumalo-Sakutukwa, G.; Murima, O.; Chingono, A.; Modiba, P.; Gray, G.; Van Rooyen, H.; Mrumbi, K.; Mbwambo, J.; Kawichai, S.; Chariyalertsak, S.; Chariyalertsak, C.; Paradza, E.; Mulawa, M.; Curran, K.; Fritz, K.; Morin, S.F. (BioMed Central, 2012)

BACKGROUND: Study-based global health interventions, especially those that are conducted on an international or multi-site basis, frequently require site-specific adaptations in order to (1) respond to socio-cultural ...

Health facility readiness for provision of cervical cancer screening in Kinondoni Municipal Dar es salaam

Maduhu, A.I. (Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences, 2018)

ABSTRACT Background Cervical cancer is the second most common cancer among women worldwide. About 83% of the cases occur in developing countries, representing 15% of female cancers. Cervical cancer ranks as the most ...

Health facility-based active management of the third stage of labor: Findings from a national survey in Tanzania

Mfinanga, G.S; Kimaro, G.D; Ngadaya, E.; Massawe, S.; Mtandu, R.; Shayo, E.H; Kahwa, A.; Achola, O.; Mutungi, A.; Knight, R.; Armbruster, D.; Sintasath, D. (BioMed Central, 2009)

Background: Hemorrhage is the leading cause of obstetric mortality. Studies show that Active Management of Third Stage of Labor (AMTSL) reduces Post Partum Hemorrhage (PPH). This study describes the practice of AMTSL and ...

Health management information system data quality in the reproductive and child health programs; case study of mjini district, Zanzibar

Said, S.A. (Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences, 2019)

Background: Health Management Information System data often exhibit problems of quality, and many users do not trust these data. The lack of use of health information or use of poor quality data in health care and systems ...

Health of school-age children and factors associated with non-enrolment in school in rural areas of Kinondoni district, Dar- es-Salaam

Senkoro, R.H (Sokoine University of Agriculture, 1999)

A population-based cross-sectional study was conducted in rural areas of Kinondoni district from February to March 1998. Kunduchi and Bunju wards were randomly selected from a list of five wards which constitute the ...

Health priority-setting for ofcial development assistance in low-income and middle-income countries: a Best Fit Framework Synthesis study with primary data from Ethiopia, Nigeria and Tanzania

Kwete, X.J.; Killewo, J. (2021)

Abstract Background: Decision making process for Ofcial Development Assistance (ODA) for healthcare sector in low income and middle-income countries involves multiple agencies, each with their unique power, priorities and ...

Health professions educators as agents of change in Tanzania: Creativity to implement new curricula

Mloka, Doreen; Omer, Selma; Mkony, Charles; Kisenge, Rodrick; Macfarlane, Sarah; O’Sullivan, Patricia (Macmillan Publishers Ltd., 2012)

Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS) strives to instill in its graduates skills and competencies appropriate to serving the Tanzanian population well. MUHAS leadership, working in collaboration ...

David, K.B (Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences, 2019)

Background: In Tanzania like the rest of the world, there is increase of the elderly population in recent years. Studies have showed the elderly are prone to chronic illness like Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), which is a ...

David, K.B. (Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences, 2019)

ABSTRACT Background: In Tanzania like the rest of the world, there is increase of the elderly population in recent years. Studies have showed the elderly are prone to chronic illness like Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), ...

Shija, K.C. (Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences, 2013)

BACKGROUND:Congenital Heart disease (CHD) is a prevalent condition worldwide. In Tanzania approximately 7/1000 live births are born with CHD and are among the top ten chronic diseases. Due to its chronicity it affects the ...

Kipasika, H.J. (Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences., 2013)

Background Sickle cell disease (SCD) is prevalent in most of Africa countries, including Tanzania. In Dar es salaam, Tanzania approximately 17% of children entering hospital for any reason are carrier of sickle cell ...

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