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Welfare Effects and Gender Dimensions of Adoption of Climate Smart Agriculture Practices: Evidence from Kenyan Small-scale Farmers

Okumu B.; Radeny M.; Cramer L. (Elsevier, 2025)

This study investigates the welfare effects and gender dimensions associated with adopting Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) among Kenyan small-scale farmers. Utilizing data from 1,809 farmers across 22 counties, the analysis ...

Effect of Active Follow-up on Viral Load Suppression Among People Living with Hiv on Intensive Adherence Counseling in Uganda: an Instrumental Variable Analysis

Izudi J.; Okot S. P.; Komakech A.; Bajunir F. (American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene (ASTMH), 2025)

In a quasi?experimental study using instrumental variable analysis, the effect of active follow-ups on viral load suppression among people living with HIV (PLWH) receiving intensive adherence counseling in Uganda was ...

Impact of Differentiated Service Delivery Models on Quality of Life Among People Living with HIV In Uganda- A Quasi-Experimental Study

Nasasira B.; Banturaki, G. II Kalema, N. II Musaazi, J. II Nanvuma, A. II Okoboi, S. II Kiarie, N. G. II Moitui, J. N. II Kadengye, D. II Izudi, J. II Castelnuovo, B. (BioMed Central (BMC) / Springer Nature, 2025)

This study evaluated the impact of differentiated service delivery (DSD) models on the quality of life among people living with HIV in Uganda. Using a quasi-experimental design, the study compared patient outcomes across ...

Impact of the Stopcut Project on the Practice of Female Genital Mutilation/cutting in Southwest Nigeria: a Quasi-experimental Study

Olunuga O.; Robinson R.; Ojajuni P.; Opondo W.; Gitari W.; Owolabi I.; Izudi J.; Okumu B. (BioMed Central (Springer Nature), 2025)

Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C) is a harmful cultural practice and human rights violation that remains prevalent in Nigeria, with weak law enforcement, limited public awareness, and deep-seated traditions impeding ...

Effects of the Informed Health Choices Secondary School Intervention on the Ability of Lower Secondary Students in Kenya to Think Critically About Health Choices: 1-year Follow-up of a Cluster-randomized Trial

Chesire F.; Kaseje M.; Gisore V.; Mugisha M.; Ssenyonga R.; Oxman M.; Nsangi A.; Semakula D.; Rose C. J.; Nyirazinyoye L.; Lewin S.; Sewankambo N. K.; Rosenbaum S.; Moberg J.; Oxman A. D. (BioMed Central (Springer Nature), 2025)

This cluster-randomized trial evaluated the one-year follow-up of the Informed Health Choices (IHC) secondary school intervention in Western Kenya. Conducted across 80 schools, the intervention included 10 lessons and ...

Framework to Guide the Use of Mathematical Modelling in Evidence-based Policy Decision-making

Oliwa J.; Guleid F. H.; Owek C. J.; Maluni J.; Jepkosgei J.; Nzinga J.; Were V. O.; Sim S. Y.; Walekhwa A. W.; Clapham H.; Dabak S.; Kc S.; Hadley L.; Undurraga E.; Hagedorn B. L.; & Hutubessy R. C (BMJ (British Medical Journal), 2025)

This study develops a comprehensive framework to guide the use of mathematical modeling in evidence-based policy decision-making, especially in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Drawing from COVID-19 pandemic ...

Optimizing Breast Cancer Screening Strategies for Women with Different BMI Levels in Ghana: A Simulation-Based Study On BMI-Dependent Tumor Growth Model

Larbi , A.; Nyarko, E. II Iddi, S. (Public Library of Science, 2025)

This simulation study evaluated the effectiveness of BMI-sensitive breast cancer screening strategies for women in Ghana. Using a tumor-growth modeling framework, the study compared multiple screening intervals and modalities ...

Modeling the Determinants of Attrition in a Two-stage Epilepsy Prevalence Survey in Nairobi Using Machine Learning

Mwanga D. M.; Kipchirchir I. C.; Muhua G. O.; Newton C. R.; Kadengye D. T. (Elsevier, 2025)

This study applies machine learning (including random forest, XGBoost, SVM, and Super Learner) to predict attrition in a two-stage epilepsy prevalence survey in Nairobi. Results show high model performance (AUC up to 0.98), ...

Acceptability, Feasibility, And Appropriateness of Mobile Phone Messaging-Based Message-Framing Intervention for Promoting Maternal and Newborn Care Practices

Abdissa, H. G.; Duguma, G. B. II Jebena, M. II Noll, J. II Sori, D. A. II Koricha, Z. B. (Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute, 2025)

This study examined the acceptability, feasibility, and perceived appropriateness of a mobile phone based message-framing intervention designed to improve maternal and newborn care practices. Using a mixed-methods approach, ...

Effect of Community-Led Total Sanitation on Open Defecation in Uganda: A Propensity Score-Matched Analysis

Asiimwe, J. B.; Namawejje, H. II Mirembe, F. R. II Adong, A. II Achola, J. II Nabaasa, H. II Mulusew, J. II Izudi, J. II Kadengye, D. T. (PLOS, 2025)

This study assessed the effectiveness of Community-Led Total Sanitation (CLTS) interventions in reducing open defecation in Uganda. Using a propensity score-matched approach, the analysis compared households exposed to ...

Sub-population Identification of Multimorbidity in Sub-saharan African Populations

Oshingbesan A.; ; Kamp M.; ; Mpangase P. T.; ; Adetunji K.; ; Iddi S.; ; Nderitu D. M.; ; Akumu T.; ; Achilonu O.; ; Kisiangani I.; ; Mathema T.; ; Tadesse G.; ; Gomez-Olive F. X.; Kabudula C. W.; Hazelhurst S.; Asiki G.; Ramsay M.; & Speakman S. (Springer Nature, 2025)

This study develops an automated stratification approach to detect sub-populations with anomalously high or low multimorbidity rates in sub-Saharan African datasets, using survey data from Nairobi (Kenya) and Agincourt ...

Evaluating the Generalisability of Region-naïve Machine Learning Algorithms for the Identification of Epilepsy in Low-resource Settings

Duta I.; Kariuki S. M.; Ngugi A. K.; Mwesige A. K.; Masanja H.; Mwanga D. M.; ; Owusu-Agyei S.; ; Wagner R.; ; Cross J. H.; ; Sander J. W.; ; Newton C. R.; ; Sen A.; ; & Jones G. D; (PLOS (Public Library of Science), 2025)

This pilot stepped-wedge cluster-randomized trial evaluated the effect of text message reminders on newborn vaccination timing in Nairobi slums. Pregnant women either received SMS prompts for birth-dose vaccines (oral polio ...

Exploring a Pan-African Vision for Population and Public Health Data Governance in the Digital Age

Mwanga D.; Ng'oda M.; Igumba B.; Mbaya N.; KisianganI.; Njeri A.; Maina D.; Odero H.; Ng'etich M.; Amadi D.; Kabiru C.; Kadengye D.; Kiwuwa-Muyingo S.; Kiragga A. (ResearchGateSage Journals, 2025)

Background: This paper explores the evolving digital landscape in Africa, focusing on its challenges and opportunities for promoting data governance and sharing in Africa. As the region integrates digital technology into ...

Return to Care of Children and Adolescents Living with Hiv Who Missed Their Clinic Visits or Were Lost to Follow-up: a Continuous Quality Improvement Study in Uganda

Saadick S. M.; Izudi J.; Oryokot B.; Opito R.; Bakashaba B.; Munina A.; Opolot K.; Ogwal D.; Ssendiwala J.; Mugisha K. (BMJ (British Medical Journal), 2025)

A quality improvement project in a UK hospital evaluated the effects of a structured handover protocol on postoperative patient outcomes. Implementation reduced communication errors by 32% (p = 0.01) and shortened ICU stays ...

High Prevalence of Multidrug-resistant Bacteria on Patient Medical File Surfaces at Five Critical Care Units in Kampala, Uganda: an Explanatory Sequential Mixed-methods Study

Kyamulabi M.; Kyamulabi M.; Izudi J.; Mujugira A.; Okoboi S. (Cambridge University Press, 2025)

Intensive care units (ICUs) and high-dependency units (HDUs) care for critically ill patients, many of whom have multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacteria.Reference Lakbar, Medam and Ronfl1,Reference Tosi, Roat and De Biasi2 ...

Evaluation of Optimal Strategies for Breast Cancer Screening in Ghana: a Simulation Study Based on a Continuous Tumor Growth Model

Larbi A.; Nyarko E.; Iddi S. (PLOS (Public Library of Science), 2025)

A randomized controlled trial assessed the efficacy of a mobile app for diabetes self-management in rural India. The intervention group (n = 150) showed a 1.5% greater reduction in HbA1c levels compared to controls (n = ...

Effect of Safe Water Delivery Plus Water and Sanitation Hygiene Behavior Change Communication on Diarrheal Disease Prevalence Among Children Under 5 Years in A Slum Setting in Nairobi, Kenya: A Quasi-Experimental Study.

Izudi, J.; Muchiri, E. II Musyoka, D. II Simiyu, S. II Tumwebaze, I. II Mbaya, N. II Sidze, E. II Abajobir, A. (BMC, 2025)

This study evaluated the combined effect of safe water delivery interventions and behavior change communication on diarrheal disease prevalence among children under five in Nairobi's informal settlements. Using a ...

Text Message Reminders to Improve the Timeliness of Birth Dose Vaccine Administration Among Newborns in an Urban Informal Settlement in Kenya

Izudi J.; Kiroro F.; Runyenje C.; Otieno P.; Kavao Mutua M.; Mbuthia M.; Pierre Donfouet H. P.; Treleaven E.; Asiki G. (Oxford University Press, 2025)

This pilot trial in Kenya's Viwandani informal settlement tested whether text message reminders improved timely administration of birth dose vaccines (OPV 0 and BCG) to newborns. Using a stepped-wedge design, pregnant women ...

Acceptability, Feasibility, and Appropriateness of Mobile Phone Messaging-based Message-framing Intervention for Promoting Maternal and Newborn Care Practices

Abdissa H. G.; Duguma G. B.; Jebena M.; Noll J.; Sori D. A.; Koricha Z. B. (MDPI, 2025)

This study examines the impact of urban green spaces on mental health in high-density cities, using cross-sectional survey data from Hong Kong. Results indicate significant associations between access to green spaces and ...

Examining Gender as An Issue of Policy Priority: A Case Study of Four Kenyan Health Policy Implementation Strategies

Odero, H; Kwesiga, D. II Odunga, S. II Kadengye, D. T. II Kiwuwa-Muyingo, S. (Frontiers Media, 2025)

This study analyzed how gender considerations are integrated into four major health policy implementation strategies in Kenya. Through document review and stakeholder interviews, the study found that although gender is ...