University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Effectiveness of a brief psychoeducational intervention on postnatal depression in the slums, Nairobi: a longitudinal study
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Research has shown that postnatal depression (PND) is higher in low- and middle-income countries as compared to higher-income countries. Despite this, little is known about practical interventions in these poorly resourced ... -
Analysis of nematode assemblage in Kenyan Vertisol, Cambisol and Arenosol soil groups: II- Edaphic factors influencing nematode communities-b
(University of Nairobi, 2014)As part of developing a database of types of biological and physiochemical degradations, the aim of this study was to determine the relationships among soil physical-chemical properties, and nematode assemblages in ... -
Improving the management of hypertension and diabetes: An implementation evaluation of an electronic medical record system in Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Objective: To evaluate the implementation of a novel electronic medical record (EMR) system for management of non-communicable diseases (NCD) (hypertension (HTN) and diabetes mellitus (DM)) in health facilities in informal ... -
Hepatitis B infection is highly prevalent among patients presenting with jaundice in
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Viral hepatitis is a major concern worldwide, with hepatitis A (HAV) and E (HEV) viruses showing sporadic outbreaks while hepatitis B (HBV) and C (HCV) viruses are associated with chronic hepatitis, cirrhosis and hepatocellular ... -
Determinants of Microbial Contamination of Street-Vended Chicken Products Sold in Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Food safety problems pose a great threat to the health of consumers with the greatest burden in developing countries. Street-vended foods play a key role in providing many urban dwellers with cheap, nutritious, and accessible ... -
Regular use of depot medroxyprogesterone acetate causes thinning of the superficial lining and apical distribution of HIV target cells in the human ectocervix
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: The hormonal contraceptive depot medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA) may be associated with an increased risk of acquiring human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). We hypothesize that DMPA use influences the ectocervical ... -
Medroxyprogesterone Acetate Alters The Vaginal Microbiota And Microenvironment In Women And Increases Susceptibility To Hiv-1 In Humanized Mice
(Medroxyprogesterone Acetate Alters The Vaginal Microbiota And Microenvironment In Women And Increases Susceptibility To Hiv-1 In Humanized Mice, 2019)The hormonal contraceptive medroxyprogesterone acetate (MPA) is associated with increased risk of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), via incompletely understood mechanisms. Increased diversity in the vaginal microbiota ... -
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 ... -
Increased Cervical CD4 + CCR5 + T Cells Among Kenyan Sex Working Women Using Depot Medroxyprogesterone Acetate
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Depot medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA) is the most common hormonal contraceptive used by women in sub- Saharan Africa, however, it has been epidemiologically associated with HIV infections. To assess whether DMPA has ... -
The Importance of Stromal Endometriosis in Thoracic Endometriosis
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Thoracic endometriosis (TE) is a rare type of endometriosis, where endometrial tissue is found in or around the lungs and is frequent among extra-pelvic endometriosis patients. Catamenial pneumothorax (CP) is the most ... -
Endothelial Dysfunction Is Related to Monocyte Activation in Antiretroviral-Treated People With HIV and HIV-Negative Adults in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: Residual monocyte activation may contribute to increased risk for endothelial dysfunction and subsequent atherosclerotic cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) among people with HIV (PWH) on antiretroviral therapy ... -
Use of CROPWAT Model to Predict Water Use in Irrigated Tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum) Production at Kabete, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)This study uses CROPWAT model to predict water use in rainfed agriculture and simulated irrigation requirement for tomato production in the Kabete Field Station. The model predicted increased irrigation requirement ... -
Uptake And Correlates Of Contraception Among Postpartum Women In Kenya: Results From A National Cross-Sectional Survey
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Objective: The objective was to characterize uptake and correlates of effective contraceptive use postpartum. Study design: We analyzed data from a national, cross-sectional evaluation of prevention of mother-to-child ... -
Influence of Selected Ecological Farming Practices on Soil Moisture Retention and Yield of Sorghum (Sorghum bicolor (L.) Moench) and Cassava (Manihot esculanta Crantz) in Semi-Arid Yatta Sub-County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)In this study, the influence of ecological farming practices on soil moisture and yield of cassava (Manihot esculanta Crantz) and sorghum (Sorghum bicolor (L.) Moench) was investigated. The study was conducted in semi-arid ... -
Nitrogen Mineralization Potential (No) in Three Kenyan Soils, Nitisols, Ferralsols and Luvisols
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Nitrogen mineralization potential is important so as to prevent over-fertilization that could lead to groundwater contamination or under-fertilization that could lead to poor nutrient provision by crops leading to low ... -
The Effect of Socioeconomic Status on Health Service Utilization in Kenya: Econometric Analysis
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Kenya has been in the forefront in designing policies to reduce disparities in access to health care and in health outcomes. The Government has been working to improve the health sector performance in with Vision 2030. In ... -
Characteristics Associated with Disclosure Status to Sexual Partners among Kenyan Women
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: Kenya has the fourth-largest HIV epidemic across the globe. Disclosure of HIV-positive status plays a critical role in the prevention of HIV transmission. Disclosure, specifically to sexual partners, has been ... -
Soil and water conservation measures and challenges in Kenya; A review
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The preservation and sustainable development of soil and water resources is one of the basic principles for the development of Kenya. Throughout the course of history, all the social improvement and economic development are ... -
Influence of Public Participation in Project Life Cycle Management on Implementation of Rail Infrastructure Project in Kenya: a Case of Standard Gauge Railway Phase 1
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Public participation in project life cycle management and implementation of infrastructure projects is a multifaceted activity, which involves contribution and participation of different stakeholders. Efficient and effective ... -
Determinants of Health Insurance Uptake Among the Informally Employed in Narok County
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Affordability and accessibility of healthcare is major issue globally that threatens to impede the realization of Universal Health Coverage (UHC). The challenge is more prominent in low income countries and low medium ...
