Theoneste Hakizimana

Incidence, risk factors, and adverse outcomes of inadequate breastfeeding practices among 10-week-old infants delivered at selected health facilities in Bushenyi District, Western Uganda. A prospective cohort study

Abstract Background Breastfeeding is essential for optimal infant growth, health, and development, particularly during the first six months of life. Despite its well-established benefits, many infants in low-resource settings do not receive optimal breastfeeding. However, evidenc...

Histological placental abnormalities and associated factors among malaria smear-positive women delivering at two tertiary hospitals in Uganda: a comprehensive multicenter cross-sectional study

Malaria in pregnancy may disrupt placental structure and function, but evidence describing placental abnormalities among malaria-positive women in Uganda remains limited. This study determined the prevalence and patterns of gross and histological placental abnormalities and exami...

Cross-Border Ebola Virus Disease Preparedness in Uganda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo: A Systematic Review of Health Security Capacities, Gaps, and Priorities

<ns5:p>Background Recurrent Ebola virus disease (EVD) outbreaks in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) continue to pose substantial cross-border health security risks to neighbouring countries, particularly Uganda. Although numerous preparedness initiatives have been imple...