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Availability of FQQ and dietary micronutrients among refugee and local households in Kakuma, Kenya
(University of Nairobi.Department of Food Technology and Nutrition,, 2000)A cross-sectional study that compared two groups of populations, refugees and local residents, was undertaken in Kakuma, Kenya. The study aimed at determining the ade- quacy of food intake and the availability of dietary ... -
Availability of Hydro Power Plants and Electricity Consumer Prices: a Case Study of Kenya Electricity Generating Company Limited
(University of Nairobi, 2012)The objectives of this study were to determine whether the availability of the KenGen Hydropower plants impacts on electricity consumer prices; to determine the general impact of the Power Purchase Agreements on the ... -
The availability, dissemination and utilization of information of population in Kenya with special response to the period 1946-1977
(Arts, 1978)The aim objective of this study is to examine and to analyse the sources of population information in Kenya and to rationalise, assist and make or the state of t s information. The research activity therefore revolved ... -
Availability, Prices, Affordability, and Quality of Essential Medicines in Public Health Facilities in Mombasa County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Background: Access to essential medicines and vaccines can save 10 million lives a year globally with 4 million of these in Africa and South East Asia. A third of the global population lacks reliable access, with poor ... -
The Average Glandular Dose in Digital Mammography and Breast Tomosynthesis
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Background and Purpose: Imaging is essential for accurate breast diagnosis and early detection of breast cancer. Population screening with mammography is the only intervention proven to reduce mortality from breast cancer ... -
Average Third Trimester Fasting Blood Sugar Level and Poor Pregnancy Outcomes Among Women With Pregnancy Diabetes at Kenyatta National Hospital – Retrospective Descriptive Cohort
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Background The prevalence of Gestational Diabetes Mellitus, a form of hyperglycaemia recognised for the first time in pregnancy, is increasing globally. The prevalence at Kenyatta National Hospital was 11.6% in ... -
Aviation Safety Standards, Monitoring And Evaluation Process And Performance Of Air Transport In Kenya: A Case Of Airports In Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2019)The purpose of conducting this study was to determine the influence of aviation safety standards on performance of air transport in Kenya and the extent to which this influence is moderated by monitoring and evaluation ... -
Awareness and attitude on kidney organ donation and transplant among Healthcare professionals and caregivers at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Introduction to the Study Kidney transplant is now the preferred renal replacement therapy in patients with end-stage renal disease. Most transplant programs worldwide are plagued with organ shortages. Awareness and ... -
Awareness and knowledge of drug and substance use among 18-24 year-old female adolesents: a case study of Soweto - Kayole Nairobi county
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The use of psychoactive substances is an old practice among people from around the world. Alcohol has been consumed for its pleasurable effects as far back as the early human settlements; cannabis, khat, coca leaves and ... -
The awareness and management of mental illness among the Babukusu of Bungoma district
(1992)Anthropologists have turned in increasing numbers to carry out investigation on health care systems, etiologies and management of diseases and illnesses in societies of differing complexity. What is apparent from their ... -
Awareness and perception of the international baccalaureate diploma programme: a study of Nairobi residents
(Business Administration, 2006)The purpose of this study was to establish how aware Nairobi residents are about the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and how they perceive it The specific objectives were to determine ... -
Awareness And Use Of Kenya Agricultural Commodity Exchange Services (kace) Information Services By Smallholder Farmers Of Bungoma County, Kenya
(Agricultural Economics, 2013-11)Agricultural information is a key component in improving small-scale agricultural production and linking increased production to remunerative markets. This leads to improved rural livelihoods, food security and national ... -
Awareness And Use Of New Information And Communication Technologies In Dairy Goat Marketing: The Case Of Meru South Sub-county, Tharaka Nithi County, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Marketing of agricultural produce by the smallholder farmers has been evolving over time. In the past, smallholder farmers mostly relied on physical contacts to connect with potential buyers of their produce. This approach ... -
Awareness and Utilization of Intellectual Property Rights by Micro and Small Enterprises Within the Manufacturing Sector in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2006)In the increasingly knowledge driven economy intellectual property rights are valuable entrepreneurial products and are a key consideration in day-to-day business decisions where its protection and economic utilization ... -
Awareness levels of the integration process in East Africa; a case study of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014-10)Attempts at integration in East Africa have been going on since the early 20thcentury but most of it has been leader-led. This means that there is a political will to establish a federation among the member states, but ... -
Awareness of and Perceptions Towards Crop Biotechnology: Case Study of Members of the Seed Trade Association of Kenya
(University of NairobiSchool of Journalism, 2012)This chapter provides a brief background regarding the awareness of and perceptions towards crop biotechnology. The chapter also briefly discusses the application of crop biotechnology and the debate about that application. ... -
Awareness Of Chronic Kidney Disease, Its Predictors And Self Management Behaviours Among High Risk Patients In Kenyatta National Hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a common and growing problem worldwide. Despite the high worldwide CKD prevalence and the discovery of effective measures to prevent or slow its progression this disease still remains a ... -
Awareness of environmental law: A case study of Nairobi residents living around the Dandora dumping site
(Department of Geography and Environmental Studies, University of Nairobi, 2008-09-19)The purpose of this study was to determine the level of awareness of environmental law, of residents living near the Dandora Municipal dumping site and had the following four objectives: • To determine their level of ... -
Awareness of Food and Nutrition Security Among Pregnant Women Attending a Level Five Hospital: a Case Study of Pumwani Maternity Hospital, Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The purpose of this research was to have an assessment of food and nutrition security awareness programs among the pregnant women receiving services at the Pumwani Maternity Hospital in is situated Nairobi. The study had ...