Vol 9 No 1 (2025): East African Health Research Journal

DOI: https://doi.org/10.24248/eahrj.v9i1

Published: 2025-09-30

Navigating Scientific Inquiry in East Africa Amidst Declining Research Funding

Steve Wandiga, Leonard Ntakarutimana, Fabian Mashauri, Novat Twungubumwe

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Association Between COVID-19 Vaccination Uptake and Socio-Demographic Characteristics Among Pregnant Women in Kenya

Sylvia Ayieko, Sarah E. Messiah, Kimberly Baker, Christine Markham

24-32

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Knowledge, Attitude, and COVID-19 Vaccination Uptake Among Drug Dispensers in Community Pharmacies: A Cross-Sectional Study

Baraka Fundo, Betty Maganda, Deogratias Katabalo, Stanley Mwita

33-40

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Reported Adverse Events (Side Effects) Following COVID-19 Vaccination Among University Students and Staff: A Case of Islamic University in Uganda

Rashid Naziru, Madinah Nabukeera Ssebyala, Francis Tamale, Zakariyah Mukasa, John Turyagumanawe, Alex Daama, Areemu Abdul Mujeeb Babatunde, Swaibu Zziwa, Kharim Mwebaza Muluya

41-47

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Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Livelihoods and Social Support Mechanisms in Selected Regions of Tanzania: A Qualitative Study

Peter E. Mangesho, Mohamed Seif, Elizabeth H. Shayo, Leonard E.G. Mboera, Mark Urassa, Mtumwa Bakari, Esther Ngadaya, Blandina T. Mmbaga, Nahya Nassor, Giuliano Russo, Kevin Deane, David Mccoy

48-57

Xpert MTB/RIF Ultra Ct Value: A Quick Indicator of Sputum Bacillary Load and Smear Status Prediction in Individuals with Pulmonary Tuberculosis

Davis J. Kuchaka, Saumu P. Juma, Erick A. Shekimweri, Buliga M. Swema, Philoteus A. Sakasaka, Blandina T. Mmbaga, Margaretha L. Sariko

58-65

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Changes in Sexual Risk-taking Behaviours Among Men After Participating in the PEST4MEN HIV Self-Testing Intervention in Two Fishing Communities in Central Uganda

Joseph K.B. Matovu, Gloria Namazzi

66-77

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How Anemia Perceptions Shape Dietary Diversity Practice in Pregnancy: A Health Belief Model Study in Tanzania

Saada Ali Seif

86-95

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Exploring Emotional Violence in Intimate Relationships during Pregnancy in Central Tanzania: A Qualitative Descriptive Study

Fabiola Vincent Moshi, Keiko Nakamura, Yuri Tashiro, Ayano Miyashita, Runa Katoh, Hideko Sato, Mayumi Ohnishid

96-105

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Prevalence, Preventive Methods, Health-related Outcomes, and Correlates of Sexual Behaviours among Adolescents in Malinyi District Council, Morogoro region, Tanzania

Magdalena G. Dinawi, Walter C. Millanzi, Patricia Z. Herman

106-120

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Variations in postnatal care (PNC) interventions provided to newborns in health facilities across Kakamega County, western Kenya

Ruth Shitabule, Everlyne Morema, Tecla Sum, Morris Senghor Shisanya

121-126

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Emergency Contraceptives Use Among Female Commercial Sex Workers in Tanzania; A Cross-Sectional Study

Elihuruma Eliufoo Stephano, Yohana Swebe Masubho, Yusheng Tian, Fabiola Moshi, Stephen Kibusi, Yamin Li

127-133

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Neonatal Resuscitation Practices and Associated Factors Among Nurses in Tanzanian Delivery Suites: A Cross-Sectional Study

Salehe Mrutu, Edwin Lugazia, Amina Omari, Atala Jongo, Hassani Msanga

134-143

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Comparative Analysis of Surgical Outcomes Between Open Herniotomy and Laparoscopic Hernia Repair Among Pediatric Patients with Inguinal Hernias: A Five-Year Retrospective Review at Tanzania’s National Hospital

Satrumin Shirima, Daniel Kitua, Ally Mwanga, Nashivai Kivuyo, Anab Issa, Innocent Kileo, Jeanine Justiniano, Meshack Brighton, Mohammed Salim

144-151

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Evaluating the Knowledge and Practices of General Practitioners in Cardiovascular Risk Assessment at Three Referral Hospitals in Bujumbura, Burundi

Zacharie Ndizeye; Ghislain Mutwenzi, Désiré Habonimana; Jean Claude Nkurunziza, Sandra Nkurunziza, Elysée Baransaka

152-157

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Awareness and Risk Reduction of Hypertension Among Adults in Ilala and Mkuranga Districts, Tanzania

Alison Kabanda, Hadijah Ally Mbwana, Helena Aminiel Ngowi

158-164

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High Prevalence of Sickle Cell Disease in Low-Endemic Areas: A Pilot Study in Chunya, Tanzania

Amani Twaha, Deocles Donatus, Khanafi Said, Moshi Moshi Shabani, Marygladness Ngeme, Maryjesca Mafie, Stamily Ally Ramadhani, Abdulrahman Hussein, Nazareth M. Mbilinyi, Kasia Maksym

165-173

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Gut Microbiota Dysbiosis and Associated Gut Health Outcomes Among Alcohol Consumers in Musanze District of Rwanda: A Cross-Sectional Study

Christophe Higiro, Thierry Habyarimana, Cedrick Izere, Callixte Yadufashije, Francois Niyongabo Niyonzima

174-182

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Prevalence and Risk Factors of Hypotension in Patients Undergoing Caesarean Section with Spinal Anaesthesia at Muhimbili National Hospital

Willbroad Kyejo, Sunil Samji, Allyzain Ismal, Edwin Lugazia

183-189

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Knowledge on CLABSI Prevention Strategies and Associated Factors Among ICU Nurses in Dar es Salaam

Venance Kahindi, Joel Seme Ambikile, Dickson Mkoka, Neema Mawi, Rashidi Heri

190-197

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Factors Associated with Evidence-Based Decision-Making Among Specialized Nurses Working in Selected Health Facilities in Nairobi, Kenya

Safari Agure, Wanja Tenamburgen, Lillian Muiruri, Erastus Muniu

198-209

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Barriers to Early Initiation of Breastfeeding: A Hospital-Based Qualitative Study

Davis Rubagumya, Muzdalfat Abeid, Eric Aghan, Mariam Noorani

78-85

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Artificial Intelligence and Medical Education (2013-2024): A Scopus-Based Bibliometric Analysis

Festus Mulakoli, Edward Misava

9-19

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Reccurent sigmoid volvulus in pregnancy: Case Report

Hayte M. Samo, Martini Gemuwang, Fides Canuty, Joshua G. Gidabayda, Emanuel Q. Nuwass

20-23

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