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Implications of gestational age at antenatal care attendance on the successful implementation of a maternal respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine program in coastal Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)
Background
Maternal immunisation to boost respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) specific antibodies in pregnant women is a strategy to enhance infant protection. The timing of maternal vaccination during pregnancy may be ...
Grass species for range rehabilitation: Perceptions of a pastoral community in Narok North sub-county, Kenya
(African Journal of Agricultural Research, 2020-08-31)
Land degradation is a global problem leading to a diminished production capacity of the rangelands. The consequence is reduced potential to provide ecosystem services and increased vulnerability to the inhabitants. Biological ...
Tackling an emerging epidemic: the burden of non-communicable diseases among people living with HIV/AIDS in sub-Saharan Africa.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)
Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) is at a crossroad. Over the last decade, successes in the scale up of HIV care and treatment programs has led to a burgeoning number of people living with HIV (PLHIV) in care. At the same time, an ...
Rabbit production practices in Kiambu County, Kenya
(International Journal of Livestock Production, 2020-10-31)
To document current rabbit management practices in Kiambu County, a survey using structured questionnaire was undertaken in 45 farms identified using snow ball sampling technique. Data collected were subjected to descriptive ...
Range Expansion of Bombali Virus in Mops condylurus Bats, Kenya, 2019.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)
Previously identified only in Sierra Leone, Guinea, and southeastern Kenya, Bombali virus–infected Mops condylurus bats were recently found »750 km away in western Kenya. This finding supports the role of M. condylurus ...
The quality of an urban residential neighbourhood: a case study of Umoja I Estate, Nairobi
(2020-08-15)
Purpose of the study: The study examined the quality of an urban residential neighbourhood
in Umoja I Estate, Nairobi. Notably, the study sought to determine the indicators of quality in
an urban residential neighbourhood ...
Characteristics and Prevalence of Depression Symptoms in Caregivers of Patients Undergoing Palliative Care
(East African Nature and Science, 2020-03-02)
Family role in taking care of patients undergoing palliative care leads to
complex, multidimensional responsibility which may have consequences to the
mental health of primary caregivers. Studies have shown that 40 to ...
Examination of WHO/INRUD Core Drug Use Indicators at Public Primary Healthcare Centers in Kisii County, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)
Background: Irrational drug use is a global problem. However, the extent of the problem is higher in low-income countries. This study sets out to assess and characterize drug use at the public primary healthcare centers ...
Short and Long-Run Impact of Trade Liberalization on Agricultural Growth in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020-05-11)
Purpose: The focus of the study was on establishing the short and long-run impact of trade liberalization on agricultural growth in Kenya. Emphasis was on the influence of tariffs, foreign direct investment and trade ...
The Role of the National Construction Authority in the Conservation of Vernacular Architectural Heritage
(University of Nairobi, 2020)
Vernacular architecture is a malleable concept that encompasses structures produced by empirical/ experiential builders. It is sometimes referred to as indigenous, primitive, ethnic or even architecture without architects. ...