359 Publications items related to 'Uganda'
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Resources: Project brief :
FORECAST: Forecasting outbreak risks from extreme climate with active surveillance technology
We are developing an early warning system to prepare for and control outbreaks of mosquito-borne diseases caused by extreme weather in Uganda.
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Resources: Presentation :
Cluster randomised controlled trial and quasi-experimental studies to assess the impact of seasonal malaria chemoprevention using sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine and amodiaquine in Karamoja region, Uganda
Seasonal malaria chemoprevention was highly effective at preventing clinical malaria episodes during the peak malaria transmission season.
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Resources: Presentation :
Harnessing the power of routine data for decision-making and programme improvement: Lessons from delivering seasonal malaria chemoprevention
To ensure efficient and effective use of data for decision-making, it is crucial to bridge the gap between producers of data and users of data.
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Resources: Presentation :
A cluster randomised controlled trial to compare sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine and amodiaquine with dihydroartemisinin-piperaquine for seasonal malaria chemoprevention in Karamoja region, Uganda
Both sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine plus amodiaquine and dihydroartemisinin-piperaquine are highly effective in preventing clinical malaria in eligible children during the high transmission season.
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Evaluation of seasonal malaria chemoprevention implementation in predominantly nomadic pastoralist communities in Karamoja region, Uganda
Coverage and quality of SMC implementation in nomadic pastoralist communities exceeded programme targets and the incidence of malaria was subsequently reduced among under-fives.
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Resources: Presentation :
Evaluating the impact of seasonal malaria chemoprevention on markers associated with drug resistance in Karamoja region, Uganda
While the prevalence of mutations associated with moderate sulphadoxine-pyrimethamine resistance was high in the Karamoja region, seasonal malaria chemoprevention did not lead to an increase in…
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Resources: Poster :
Impact of mass drug administration of dihydroartemisinin piperaquine during the Ebola virus disease outbreak on malaria morbidity and mortality in Uganda
Mass drug administration successfully contributed to malaria containment in Mubende and Kassanda districts when health services were disrupted during Ebola virus disease outbreaks.
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Resources: Project brief :
Seasonal malaria chemoprevention
Malaria Consortium is a leading implementer of seasonal malaria chemoprevention (SMC) and carries out pioneering research to strengthen the quality and effectiveness of this life-saving intervention.
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Adverse events and reporting mechanisms for seasonal malaria chemoprevention: Insights from a survey in Karamoja region, Uganda
Reporting mechanisms for adverse events were well known by caregivers and adverse events were adequately reported.
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Resources: Capacity statement :
Global capacity statement
Our global capacity statement describes our approach and expertise and provides an overview of the key areas of our work.
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Resources: Poster :
A cross-sectional survey to assess the feasibility and acceptability of seasonal malaria chemoprevention in Karamoja region, Uganda
SMC was feasible and acceptable among all included stakeholders at the national, district and community level, including the nomadic pastoralist communities.
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Assessing the acceptability and feasibility of digitalising community health workers in Uganda
The Electronic Community Health Information System showcases significant improvements in child health outcomes and paves the way for the expansion of digital health initiatives in resource-limited…
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Resources: Project report :
Coverage and quality of seasonal malaria chemoprevention supported by Malaria Consortium in 2023
This report outlines our methods for monitoring coverage of our SMC programme and the quality of its delivery in 2023.
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Resources: Project report :
Malaria Consortium’s seasonal malaria chemoprevention programme: Philanthropy report 2023
This report summarises achievements and challenges in areas where Malaria Consortium used philanthropic funding for SMC in 2023.
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Resources: Project brief :
Strengthening Uganda’s preparedness against arboviral threats
We are establishing a robust arboviral surveillance system as well as running training programmes and public awareness campaigns to bolster Uganda's defences against mosquito-borne viruses.
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Resources: Journal article :
Improving community health worker treatment for malaria, diarrhoea, and pneumonia in Uganda through inSCALE community and mHealth innovations
The results of this cluster randomised controlled trial suggest that interventions that promote learning and increase CHWs' confidence and connectedness to the wider health system and community can…
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Resources: Annual review :
Trustees' report and financial statements for the year to 31 March 2023
Malaria Consortium's trustees present their report and the audited financial statements for the year which ended 31 March 2023.
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Resources: Presentation :
Implementation of an Electronic Community Health Information System and research lessons
Malaria Consortium has worked with the Ugandan Ministry of Health to develop and implement a digital tool to enhance service provision and surveillance of integrated community case management.
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Assessing the acceptability and feasibility of digitalising the community health worker programme in Uganda
Digitalisation of community health programmes is highly acceptable to community health workers and could improve health services.
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Resources: Poster :
Enhancing data-driven malaria interventions: Using the Electronic Community Health Information System programme to support community health workers in Buikwe district, Uganda
The successful integration of the eCHIS programme into Buikwe district's health system serves as a promising model for promoting data-driven decision-making and enhancing behavioural change.