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The Relationship Between Depression, Anxiety, and Attention-deficit/hyperactivity Disorder Among Medical Students in a Tertiary Institution
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Background: In sub-Saharan Africa, diagnosis of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is commonly made in childhood with many cases going undiagnosed and unrecognized. The nature of ADHD symptoms is highly ...
Impact of Climate Change and Land Use/land Cover Dynamics on Small-scale Farming System in Gedaref State, Sudan
(University of Nairobi, 2024)
Rainfed agriculture is generally the principal activity for the economy of Sudan. However, this sector is severely affected by climate change due to shifting in rainfall patterns, rising temperatures, and extreme weather ...
Effects of Weeds on Morpho-ecological Traits of Selected Range Grasses in Southern Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
The invasion of weeds into rangelands is a precursor for loss of biodiversity, enhanced soil erosion,
loss of wildlife habitats, and decrease in carrying capacity for livestock. These weeds are ferocious
competitors, ...
Prevalence, Clinical Characteristics, Maternal and Perinatal Outcomes of Patients With Recurrent Preeclampsia at Kenyatta National Hospital - a Cross- Sectional Study
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Introduction: Hypertensive disorders in pregnancy are a significant cause of maternal morbidity and mortality globally. The recurrence rate of preeclampsia ranges from 6% to 25%, with the variability depending on patient ...
Evaluation of the Skill of Seasonal Rainfall and Temperature Forecasts From Global Prediction Models Over Ethiopia
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
The skill of seasonal climate predictions from global forecasting models varies considerably across
different regions and seasons. Evaluating the skill of these models in forecasting temperature and
rainfall for various ...
Willingness and Perception of Caregivers on Covid-19 Vaccination of Their Children Under 12 Years in Tertiary Hospitals in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Background: The Coronavirus infection (COVID-19) has resulted into high morbidity and mortality disease globally. The emergence of Covid-19 vaccination has come as a relief in alleviating adverse complications of the ...
Modeling of Adequate and Low-cost Diets and Their Acceptability by Households Inkitui and Taita Taveta Countiesin Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Kenya has had a serious challenge of food insecurity despite its enormous agricultural potential. While many innovative solutions have been introduced over the years to solve this problem, it persists. Evidence-basedsolutions ...
The Effects of Cybercrime on Performance of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are the backbone of Kenya's economy. However, due to their nature of business operations SMEs typically lower their costs on information technology to the extent that they outsource any ...
Comparison of Ultrasound Guided Bilateral Ilioinguinal and Iliohypogastric Nerve Blocks Versus Local Infiltration for Post Cesarean Section Analgesia
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Background: The World Health Organization (WHO) reports > 20% of childbirth is via cesarean section (CS). Most CS deliveries are performed under spinal anesthesia (SA) combined with other multimodal analgesia like epidural ...