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Neurological syndrome in an HIV-prevention trial participant randomized to daily tenofovir disoproxil fumarate (300 mg) and emtricitabine (200 mg) in Bondo, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2013-11)Side effects of antiretroviral drug use by HIV-positive patients have been extensively studied; however, there are limited data on the side effects of antiretroviral drugs used as an HIV prophylaxis among healthy, HIV-negative ... -
nfection With Trichomonas Vaginalisi Increases the Risk of Hiv-1acquisition
(University of Nairobi, 2007)We conducted a prospective study among women in Mombasa, Kenya, to determine whether Trichomonas vaginalis infection was associated with an increased risk of human immunodeficiency virus type 1 (HIV-1) infection. At monthly ... -
Onchocerciasis: neurological involvement
(University of Nairobi, 2014-03-17)Onchocerciasis or “river blindness” is an endemic parasitic disease caused by the filarial nematode Onchocerca volvulus, transmitted by a blackfly of the genius Simulium. It has a serious public health impact in 39 countries ... -
The onset of spermaturia and the development of puberty changes among urban boys in Kenya.
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Opportunities for woman-initiated HIV prevention methods among female sex workers in southern China
(Center for HIV Prevention and Research, University of Nairobi, 2007)In my observation and as validated by those in sex industry. a female-controlled method of HIV prevention is needed now. and not in the future. because power struggles inhibit women from negotiating safer sex practices. The ... -
Oral Hygiene Status among the Elderly in an Area with Limited Access to Dental Services in a Rural Kenyan Community
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Objectives: The aim of this study was to investigate the oral status of elderly individuals in the Mbita District, which has limited access to dental services. Participants: 131 subjects, aged over 65 years, in the central ... -
Partnership, sex, and marginalization: Moving the Global Fund sexual orientation and gender identities agenda.
(Center for HIV Prevention and Research, University of Nairobi, 2010)I found this article interesting because it describes a strategy approved by the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria (the Global Fund), the sexual orientation and gender identities (SOGI) strategy, which ... -
Patterns of knee, hip and hand osteoarthritis in Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Background: Osteoarthritis (OA) is one of the most common chronic rheumatic disorders and is associated with significant morbidity and disability. Few studies examined the spectrum of rheumatic diseases in subSaharan Africa. ... -
The prevalence of hyperprolactinemia in infertile women in a rural area in Kenya
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Prevalence of sexual difficulties among female sex workers and clients attending a sexual health service.
(Center for HIV Prevention and Research, University of Nairobi, 2007)This study confirms what has been observed in Kenya; female sex-workers are exposed to psychological and physical torture, particularly at the level of condom-use negotiation. The article reports on the abuse of rights ... -
The relationship between HIV/Sexually Transmitted Infection risk and alcohol use during commercial sex episodes: results from the study of female commercial sex workers in the Philippines
(Center for HIV Prevention and Research, University of Nairobi, 2006)The results of this study will be particularly important in designing more responsive interventions for alcohol-related behaviour towards better control of HIV and sexually transmitted infections. This interesting finding ... -
The role of relationship intimacy in consistent condom use among female sex workers and their regular paying partners in the Dominican Republic
(Center for HIV Prevention and Research, University of Nairobi, 2007)The findings of this study are of great value in planning responsive interventions for female sex workers (FSWs) who have a regular paying partner, also referred to as 'lover' or 'husband', and those who just have paying ... -
Salivary flow rate in adult Kenyans and its relationship with chronic periodontitis
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The study is aimed at determining the salivary flow rate (SFR) in adult Kenyans and investigates its relationship with chronic periodontitis. A descriptive cross sectional study was conducted on 333 participants (age ... -
Schistosoma mansoni. New Zealand rabit - model. Effect on plasma testosterone levels
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Service engagement with high-risk men who have sex with men: challenges and implications for social work practice
(Taylor Francis, 2009)This article reviews social work challenges in treatment engagement of men who have sex with men (MSM) and details issues co-morbidity creates for reaching HIV-positive MSM engaged in substance abuse. The literature reviewed ... -
Sexual hazards, life experiences and social circumstances among male sex workers in Nigeria.
(Center for HIV Prevention and Research, University of Nairobi, 2012)This paper reports on the sexual health experiences of male sex workers in Nigeria. The article has been selected because the legal system governing same sex sexual encounters in Nigeria is the same i.e. they are heavily ... -
Silent killer of the night: a feasibility study of an outreach well-women clinic for cervical cancer screening in female sex workers in Hong Kong.
(Center for HIV Prevention and Research, University of Nairobi, 2008)In many resource-poor countries, there are hardly any outreach well-women clinics for cervical cancer screening in women in general, let alone for female sex-workers. Yet, this study found abnormal results, i.e. central ... -
Social and Structural Factors Associated with Consistent Condom Use Among Female Entertainment Workers Trading Sex in the Philippines.
(Springerlink, 2013)This paper examined socio-structural factors of consistent condom use among female entertainment workers at high risk for acquiring HIV in Metro Manila, Quezon City, Philippines. Entertainers, aged 18 and over, from 25 ... -
Suicidal behavior among female sex workers in Goa, India: the silent epidemic.
(Center for HIV Prevention and Research, University of Nairobi, 2009)CHANGES CLINICAL PRACTICE - I recommend that health care interventions should also include psychosocial counselling in order to support sex workers' coping mechanisms. Given that sex work is stigmatized in more countries ...