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Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices of Sexually Transmitted Infections (Stis) Among Young Female University Students: a Case Studyuniversity of Nairobi
(University of NairobiInstitute Of Anthropology, Gender And African Studies, University of Nairobi, 2008)Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) have continued to cause havoc and problems for women. Young women have always been at a greater risk of contracting STIs not only in Kenya, but also in most developing countries. ... -
Knowledge, attitudes and practices of Somalia nationals who have migrated to Nairobi with respect to Tuberculosis Transmission, Prevention and Control
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2012)Introduction: The population of Somalia nationals who have migrated to Nairobi contributes significantly to the high prevalence of TB in Nairobi. This group may often have been left out of various studies done because of ... -
Knowledge, attitudes and practices on climate change Adaptation by small holder farmers in Mwala constituency, Machakos County,Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Climate variability and change is affecting weather patterns and this has serious repercussions on food production among smallholder farmers in Kenya. In particular, semi-arid environments such as Machakos County are ... -
Knowledge, attitudes and practices on diabetic retinopathy among general practitioners in district and regional hospitals in the north region of Burundi.
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Background: In Burundi, diabetic retinopathy is yet to be recognised as an important public health problem. Priority is given to infectious diseases such as malaria, tuberculosis, diarrheal diseases, acute respiratory ... -
Knowledge, Attitudes And Practices On Diabetic Retinopathy Among Patients Attending The Diabetes Clinic At Kenyatta National Hospital.
(University of NairobiSchool of Medicine, 2013)Background: There is a paucity of data in the literature on knowledge, attitude and practices of diabetic patients with regards to diabetic retinopathy. Diabetes mellitus affects more than 170 million persons worldwide.1 ... -
Knowledge, attitudes and practices on measures to retard disease progression among chronic kidney disease patients at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2012)Background: Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a global public health problem and is considered a worldwide epidemic. There is an increase in the incidence and prevalence of CKD in developing countries. CKD is associated with ... -
Knowledge, attitudes and practices on tuberculosis(TB) management among private health care workers in Kawangware, Nairobi, kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2013)OBJECTIVES: To evaluate TB-related knowledge, attitudes and practices with regards to diagnosis, transmission and management among private health care workers (PHCW) in Kawangware; and to determine if there was any ... -
Knowledge, Attitudes And Practices Regarding Anthrax Among Community Members, Health And Veterinary Workers In Maragua, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Background: Several outbreaks of anthrax in animals and humans have been reported in Maragua Sub-county of Murang’a County in the recent times. There is paucity of information on knowledge, attitudes and practices among ... -
Knowledge, Attitudes And Practices Regarding Malaria Treatment And Drug Resistance Among Health Workers In Pulblic Health Facilities In Kilifi District, Coast Province
(2007)Malaria is a disease caused by blood infection with protozoan parasites of the genus Plasmodium, which are transmitted from one human to another by the bite of infective female Anopheles mosquitoes. Malaria affects ... -
Knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs about STD/HIV/Aids education among primary and secondary public school teachers in Nairobi and Machakos districts, Kenya
(Department of Community Health, University of Nairobi, 2001)Children aged less than 15 years comprise 50% of Kenya's population while adolescents aged 10-19 years are 20% of the total population. Youth between 10-14 years comprise the population that is relatively free of AIDS ... -
Knowledge, attitudes, practices and status of oral health among diabetic patients at Kikuyu Hospital
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2010)Introduction: Diabetes is a chronic disorder known to affect oral disease progression (Ainamo, 1990). Recent evidence also shows that oral disease may further complicate diabetes management, or act as a precursor in its ... -
Knowledge, availability and use of contraceptives in Kenya
(University of NairobiDepartment of Arts, 1986-10)This thesis examines the effects of socio-economic, demographic and social setting factors on availability, accessibility and use of contraceptives by currently married fecund non-pregnant women aged 15-49 years in ... -
Knowledge, awareness and conformity to International Airport emergency preparedness standards: the case of Wilson Airport in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2012)Aviation accidents and disaster preparedness in air transport remain global challenges due to airport accidents that continue to occur in different parts of the 'world, including Kenya. These accidents may be caused by ... -
Knowledge, Compliance and Barriers to Implementation of Eras Guidelines by General Surgeons and Residents in Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Background Enhanced Recovery after Surgery (ERAS) Protocol is a set of evidence-based guidelines on perioperative care using a multimodal and multidisciplinary approach at all the phases of surgical care from the pre-admission ... -
Knowledge, Perception And Practices Associated With Rickets: A Comparative Case Study Of Rickets And Non-rickets Cases In Naivasha District Hospital
(University of NairobiFaculty of Agriculture,, 2013)Rickets is a disease that first appears in children at the age of six to twenty four months caused by a deficiency in vitamin D, calcium and phosphorus. It is characterized by bone pain, muscular tenderness, hypocalcemic ... -
Knowledge, Perception and Practices of Diving Fishermen in Relation to Decompression Sickness: a Cross Sectional Survey of the Diving Fishermen of Vanga, Kwale County, Kenya
(Uon, 2021)Background- Decompression Sickness is the greatest danger to the health and wellbeing of diving fishermen, potentially rendering them permanently disabled or dead. Published prevalence of decompression sickness in ... -
Knowledge, Perceptions And Behavior Associated With Hiv/aids Among Somali Refugees On Transit Undergoing Medical Screening In Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2007)AIM: The study was conducted on urban Somali refugees on transit and undergoing HIV and AIDS counselling sessions as part of their medical screening process at the IOM's Migration Health Assessment Centre (MHAC) in ... -
Knowledge, Utilisation, and Preferences of Reproductive Health Services Among Youth Whose Parents Are Receiving Care at Knh; a Comparative Cross-sectional Study
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Introduction: In Kenya, 13% of people living with HIV (PLWHA) in 2017 were youthsaged 15-24 years. Youths also account for 39% of new HIV infections, while the prevalence of STI and unwanted pregnancies is estimated to be ... -
Knowledge-based Career Choice Assistant
(University of NairobiCollege of Biological and Physical Sciences, 2013-07)In this report we will present the design and development of a proposed knowledge-based system prototype that aims to assist the students select the best suitable career choice program in Institutions of Higher Learning ... -
A knowledge-based system for selection of trees for urban environments
(University of NairobiSchool of Computing and Informatics, 2011)Urbanization is the driving force for economic growth however it has adverse effects, principally on human health, livelihoods and the environment. Urban forestry is key in mitigating the environmental effects of ...
