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Assessing the Drought Adaptation Strategies and Institutional Interventions in the Pastoral Livelihood System in Narok County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Drought has been the leading cause of vulnerability among populations who live in Kenya's arid and semiarid lands. Mosiro ward, whose residents mainly practice pastoralism, is classified as ASAL in Narok County. The ...
Biopsychosocial Effects of Cancer Treatment on Sexual Health Among Cancer Survivors at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
The incidence of cancer is on the increase. The number of cancer survivors is also on the increase due to early diagnosis, advancement in treatment, and an increase in an aging population. Cancer treatment has significant ...
Comparison of Ultrasonography and Amniotic Fluid Cytology in Screening for Suspected Neural Tube Defects in Intrauterine Fetal Demise at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Background: Neural tube defects are a cause of intrauterine fetal demise or stillbirth globally.
Ultrasonography screening for NTDs in IUFDs poses limitations as non-diagnostic sonogram
yields have been shown from studies ...
Assessment of the Quality of Gasoline and Cross-contamination Across the Kenyan Market
(University of Nairobi, 2022)
Small and medium-sized motor cars are the majority of the vehicles found in urban areas around the world are often the main sources of air pollution, good-grade gasoline is fit-for-purpose fuel that complies with the ...
The role of police in multi-dimensional peace-keeping operations in UNMISS: Case of Kenya Police in South Sudan, 2005-2015
(University of Nairobi, 2019)
This project paper sought to assess the involvement of Police in Multi-dimensional Peace Keeping Operations, using the case of Kenya Police contingent within United Nations Police (UNPOL). The main objective was to examine ...
Knowledge and Practice of Primary Eye Care Among Primary Healthcare Workers in Bungoma County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Introduction: Primary eye care is an important part of primary health care designed to mitigate eye problems in the community. In Kenya, there is little evaluation of the knowledge and practice of the primary eye care ...
Predictors and Management of Neutropenia Among Paediatric Patients With Haematological Malignancies at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Background: Neutropenia is a common complication of chemotherapy treatment in patients with malignancies which requires adequate prevention, urgent diagnosis, and appropriate intervention. It is associated with significant ...
Effects of an Irrigation Scheme on Malaria Burden in Irrigated and Non-irrigated Areas of Homa Bay County, Western Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Malaria control efforts in the Lake Victoria Basin region have been stepped up by combining indoor residual spray intervention with long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs) to reduce malaria transmission rates. However, ...
Effect of Newcastle Disease Vaccination on Survival of Indigenous Chicken and Association With Child Nutrition and Growth in Siaya County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Newcastle disease (ND) is a significant factor in chicken deaths worldwide and more so in smallholder flocks resulting in reduced household incomes, food security, and increased risk of malnutrition among rural communities ...
Placental Histology and Perinatal Outcomes in Women Who Delivered at Term With and Without Gestational Diabetes Mellitus at Bungoma County Referal Hospital in 2017
(University of Nairobi, 2022)
Background: Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) is a crucial underdiagnosed and poorly managed disease in our set up. It is a significant cause of perinatal morbidity, mortality, and poses health risks to the future child. ...