Causes of absenteeism and associated mitigating measures among health workers
To address absenteeism, the District Health Team (DHT) should identify its causes and institute the appropriate measures. However, the DHT must engage the health workers and facility managers in designing the interventions.
Scale-up strategies for the MoH’s Transformative leadership and cultural change collaborative initiative in Uganda
Deciding on a scale-up strategy is a process and it starts with having a shared understanding of what scaling up the specific program will mean for all stakeholders. The considerations of how to scale-up should consider the different, often overlapping dimensions of the strategies under different contexts. The dimensions of scaling up include approach […]
How to involve males in preventing teenage pregnancies in the communities of Kamuli
It is crucial that programs seeking to reduce and or prevent teenage pregnancies incorporate effective strategies to involve males. The citizen panels conducted by ACRES showed that males feel left out and need to be involved. However, such strategies should consider contextual issues such as factors related to the increase in the rate of […]
How to promote exclusive breastfeeding in Uganda’s informal economy
There is limited evidence on strategies to inform exclusive breastfeeding in the informal economy. The strategies are multi-pronged and rely on engagement, advocacy and lobbying as policies and regulations of this economy remain a challenge in Uganda.
Increasing access to family planning health services in areas with limited access in Kalungu district
Many strategies to reduce the unmet need for family planning health services are identified; the evidence majorly highlights that increased knowledge of family planning will increase the likelihood of a person using the service. Availability of the family planning health service does not necessarily mean utilization; besides, many misconceptions and poor attitudes are associated […]
Challenges for implementing Home-Based Care and measures to address these challenges during COVID-19 in Uganda
Home-Based Care in Uganda needs to be prioritized in case of a future pandemic; its effectiveness in decongesting health facilities and creating relief for health workers to focus on critical patients has been observed in scientific research. Various factors would facilitate the application of HBC in Uganda. However, faced with various challenges, such as […]
Supporting mothers to continue breastfeeding: challenges and potential solutions
Breastfeeding is a complex topic that can be promoted and hindered by various factors. Although most mothers are aware of the importance of breastfeeding, several beliefs, social influences, and maternal infant factors can affect whether a mother can stick to breastfeeding. To ensure success, it’s crucial to implement multiple strategies that work together instead […]
How can healthcare organizations motivate their staff to embrace smart paper technology, and what benefits can be expected in terms of data quality and workflow efficiency?
While incentives are important, they may not solely overcome reluctance to use new eHealth solutions, and issues like over-expectations of eHealth’s capabilities may hinder adoption. Therefore, addressing motivation comprehensively, including incentives and considerations for the capabilities of the eHealth solution, is essential for successful adoption.
