Management of (expensive) medical equipment; lessons from other countries
Health technology management is a vital part of health service delivery and if done well ensures safe and equitable health care. For it to be efficient and acceptable, it would need to be incorporated in the already existent health system. There are different models including ‘In-house’ services and private sector or individual services. All […]
What are the effects of clinical pathways in cancer management?
Clinical pathways as a mode of management generally provide the breadth and depth of information needed to make a good decision at patient, institution or health system level. This paper, however, shows the gap in research evidence in low-income settings and in terms of rigorous evaluation of the efficacy and effectiveness of clinical pathways. […]
What should be included in an optimal package of interventions to prevent the spread of HIV and manage HIV/AIDS?
HIV/AIDS prevention and management requires a multi-pronged approach. A comprehensive package for HIV/AIDS management requires clinical and public health interventions for HIV prevention and treatment.
What are the best methods for involving patients in health system decision making in Uganda?
The importance of patient or community involvement in health care is widely recognized, particularly its potential to improve the availability and relevance of healthcare services to health service users. Community involvement or participation can also be viewed as a goal in itself by encouraging participative democracy, public accountability and transparency.
Strategies to improve the coverage of at least four antenatal care visits in Mukono district
Current WHO recommendations emphasise that women attend at least 8 antenatal care visits during pregnancy. However, this appears to be a huge task for low-income countries that have struggled to increase coverage of at least four antenatal care visits.
Feasibility and effects of task sharing and m-health by VHTS in the prevention and control of hypertension and Diabetes Mellitus
Task sharing and use of m-health to identify, screen, refer and follow up by VHTs among patients with hypertension and or diabetes mellitus has been shown to be feasible, however there is limited clinical effect on the control of high blood pressure and hyperglycemia. Furthermore, there are several barriers and facilitators that have to […]
Potential impacts of genetic modification of mosquitoes in the control and prevention of malaria on individuals, the community and ecology
Few field studies have used Genetically Modified Mosquitoes to control malaria, leaving significant knowledge gaps about their effects. Local and global opposition to GMOs has hindered field trials, making impact assessments impossible. To move forward, national and local authorities, as well as host communities, must be engaged and approving. A comprehensive community engagement plan […]
Potential impacts of a temporary radioactive storage facility on a community
Construction of radioactive waste storage facilities causes anxiety and faces hostility from the politicians and people in the host communities anywhere in the world. The term “radiation” is often confused to mean anything to do with nuclear power or arms.
Impact of Acting District Health Officers on health services delivery within their respective jurisdictions; A case for advocacy
Using delivery of health services as an advocacy point to have substantive DHOs appointed in all districts might not result in the expected appointments as there is paucity of evidence to support this. In addition, there are several factors that affect the delivery of health services within districts which are beyond the control of […]
Dimensions of reintegration of Covid-19 survivors and suspects into their communities
Community re-integration of individuals affected by Covid-19 either as cases or contacts of cases is paramount. Individuals affected by Covid-19 are not only likely to face social stigma, but they are also likely to experience psychological stress and lose their sources of income. It is important to start the reintegration process early enough to […]
