Browsing by Author "Namubiru Rebecca"

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    ECONOMIC AND HEALTH FACILITY FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH SELF-MEDICATION AMONG ADULTS AGED 18 TO 50 YEARS ATTENDING HENROB HOSPITAL ZANA. A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY.
    (Namagembe Zaliika, 2025-03-31) Namagemebe Zaliika; Nansereko Hasifa; Namubiru Rebecca; Nalubega Jane Frank; Immaculate Prosperia Naggulu
    Background. Self-medication is becoming increasingly common among adults in Uganda. Despite its potential risks at the individual and community level, not enough studies have been done in Uganda on self-medication. This study examined individual factors associated with self-medication among adults aged 18 to 50 years attending Henrob Hospital Zana. Methodology. A cross-sectional study was conducted targeting adults attending Henrob Hospital. A total of 40 respondents were systematically selected and interviewed using a semi-structured questionnaire. The outcome variable was the medication with or without a prescription from a doctor / medical worker. The information was manually tallied, and scientific measures were used to analyze the recorded information. Thereafter, Microsoft Word and Excel programs were employed, followed by presentation in the form of frequency tables, graphs, and figures like pie charts and bar graphs. Results. The majority of respondents were males 21(52.5%),24 (60%) were in the age group of 45-50 years, 26 (65 %) of the participants replied Yes to having used any drug for self-treatment, 16 (40%) reported being busy with daily programs, respondents who reported buying medicine without a prescription from the doctor majority were Christians 21(52.5), 22 (55%) of the respondents knew the dosage of drugs by enquiring from the seller and 26 (65%) of the respondents obtained their drugs from a community pharmacy. Conclusion. Self-medication in adults is associated with age, level of education, accessibility to pharmacies, occupation, and marital status. Recommendations. Ministry of Health and other responsible bodies, including the health workers, should strive to increase the knowledge of patients about the importance of reporting and obtaining medical consultation.
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    FACTORS INFLUENCING FIRST ANTENATAL CARE AMONG PREGNANT MOTHERS DURING THE FIRST TRIMESTER AT KAJJANSI HEALTH CENTRE IV, WAKISO DISTRICT. A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY.
    (Nakalanzi Aisha, 2025-03-06) Nakalanzi Aisha; Namubiru Rebecca; Nalubega Jane Frank; Immaculate Naggulu Prosperia
    Abstract Antenatal care during pregnancy is a measure to reduce the maternal mortality rate. The study aims to determine the factors influencing first antenatal care among pregnant mothers during the first trimester at Kajjansi Health Centre IV, Wakiso district. Methodology A cross-sectional quantitative study design used a simple random sampling technique. Data from the questionnaires was entered into the computer using the Microsoft Excel program. Analysis was done, and data was presented in the form of tables, figures, and statistical texts depicting respondents’ responses in frequencies and percentages. Results Most 5(45%) of the respondents mentioned delay in detecting abnormalities, 12(40%) thought one should start antenatal care, 11(38%) mentioned that distance to the facility hindered them. Majority 21(70%) of the respondents lacked ultrasound machine at the facility, Majority 18(60%) of the respondents spent long time waiting for service, 63% of the respondents were unaware of delayed ANC attendance. 53.3% of respondents reported that their religion restricted access to antenatal services. The study revealed that most respondents (40%) were between 18 and 20 years. Conclusion Level of knowledge and awareness about the risks of delayed ANC attendance, religious beliefs, geographic challenges, Inadequate healthcare infrastructure were the significant factors that influenced the timing of first ANC visit. Recommendations The government should improve access to healthcare services by expanding healthcare infrastructure in rural and underserved areas.
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    FACTORS INFLUENCING THE UPTAKE OF THE HUMAN PAPILLOMAVIRUS VACCINE AMONG GIRLS AGED 9-10 YEARS AT KAJJANSI HEALTH CENTRE IV, WAKISO DISTRICT, A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY.
    (Nantongo Irene, 2025-03-01) Nantongo Irene; Namubiru Rebecca; Nalubega Jane Frank; Immaculate Prosperia Naggulu
    Background The study aims to identify the factors influencing the uptake of the human papillomavirus vaccine among girls aged 9-10 years at Kajjansi Health Centre IV, Wakiso District. Methodology This study adopted a cross-sectional study design, utilizing quantitative methods of data collection. It included 30 participants, who were parents and legal guardians of adolescent girls aged 9-10 years attending Kajjansi Health Centre IV accompanied by adolescents. Results The majority 29 (97%) attained formal education, and 1 (3%) were not educated. 21(70%) reported no awareness about the existence of HPV and its vaccine. 23 (76.7%) thought the vaccine wasn’t safe and beneficial for their children to receive. 19(63.3%) reported traditional cultural beliefs or taboos against the vaccination of children, and 11 (36.7%) reported none. 20 (66.7%) reported mistrust towards vaccines provided by the government in their families or communities. 16 (53%) reported that they waited for the health worker for more than an hour, while 1 (3%) noted low delay. 17 (57%) responded that health workers were rude during their last visit, and 3 (10%) said they were polite. 21 (70%) appreciated vaccine availability in the facility. Conclusion Therefore, factors influencing the uptake of the HPV vaccine included the education level of parents, lack of awareness about the vaccine and its benefits, individual attitude towards the vaccine, poor health workers’ attitude, and long waiting times to receive service. Recommendation Ministry of Health, health workers, and other responsible bodies should use all available avenues to increase the public knowledge concerning the availability, safety, and benefits of HPV vaccine through routine public awareness campaigns, regular health education talks, printed flyers, and involvement of village health team to help deal with HPV vaccine hesitancy.
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    FACTORS INFLUENCING UPTAKE OF SKILLED DELIVERY SERVICES AMONG WOMEN OF CHILDBEARING AGE AT KASANJE SUB COUNTY, WAKISO DISTRICT. A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY.
    (Nachap Vicky, 2025-03-31) Nachap Vicky; Namubiru Rebecca; Immaculate Prosperia Naggulu; Nalubega Jane Frank
    Background The uptake of skilled delivery services was associated with improved maternal and neonatal health outcomes. So, this study aimed to assess factors affecting the uptake of skilled delivery services among women of childbearing age in Kasanje Sub County, Wakiso district. Methodology A cross-sectional study design was used employing both quantitative and qualitative approaches to data collection using a semi-structured questionnaire. The information was manually tallied and scientific measures were used to analyze the recorded information. Thereafter, Microsoft Word and Excel programs were employed followed by a presentation in the form of frequency tables, graphs, and figures like pie charts and bar graphs. Results The results of the study were all females, in the age range of 15 to 49 years. The majority (75%) were married, (60%) had more than three children, 64% were housewives 37% travelled over 10 to reach the health centre and (66%) earned 10,000-50,000/= a month. Most (50%) used a boda boda to reach the health center and over 62% of them had to wait for over an hour before being worked on while 50% complained that midwives were rude to them. Conclusion Findings showed that the low uptake of skilled delivery services among women of childbearing age at Kasanje Sub County is highly influenced by parity, education level, occupation, social support like partner involvement, economic status, the distance needed to be moved, and the character of midwives. Recommendation Midwives and doctors in charge of maternal health need to equip themselves with good customer care service skills to positively influence and change pregnant mothers’ attitudes towards health professionals and service delivery.
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    KNOWLEDGE AND ATTITUDE OF HYPERTENSIVE PATIENTS TOWARDS DIETARY MANAGEMENT AT ENTEBBE REGIONAL REFERRAL HOSPITAL IN WAKISO DISTRICT. A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY.
    (Nantaba Damalie, 2025-03-31) Nantaba Damalie; Namubiru Rebecca; Nalubega Jane Frank; Immaculate Prosperia Naggulu
    Background. Hypertension is one of the most crucial health problems and chronic diseases in developed and underdeveloped countries, which is further expanded due to ignorance and lack of knowledge. The study assessed the knowledge and attitude of hypertensive patients towards dietary management at Entebbe Regional Referral Hospital in the Wakiso district. Methodology. A cross-sectional study design was used, employing a quantitative approach to collect data using a semi-structured questionnaire from 36 participants. The information was manually tallied; thereafter, Microsoft Word and Excel programs were employed, followed by presentation in the form of frequency tables, graphs, and figures like pie charts and bar graphs. Results. Most respondents were in the age range of above 50 years (47.2%), (44.4%) had attained secondary education, (61.1%) had good knowledge, 20 (55.6%) of the respondents were not familiar with salt content in common foods, 32 (88.9%) knew the foodstuffs restricted in hypertension, (47.2%) knew that reducing salt intake can help manage hypertension, (94.4%) agreed that consuming a diet rich in fruits vegetables whole grains and proteins positively impact blood pressure. 30(83.3%) participants had a positive attitude towards adding fruits and vegetables to their diet, and 21 (58.3%) respondents strongly agreed that physical exercises have an impact on blood pressure. Conclusion. The majority of the participants had good knowledge regarding the relevant dietary approaches needed to stop hypertension. A significant number of the respondents had a positive attitude toward the dietary modifications for proper hypertension control. Recommendations. The Ministry of Health and other responsible bodies should strive to increase the awareness and knowledge of hypertensive patients about the importance of consultation and seeking medical services.