Kilimanjaro Clinical Research Institute

The ASCEND Project (2020-2023): Strengthening clinical trial ethics review and pharmacovigilance capacity in Tanzania mainland and Zanzibar

Background Clinical trials and related health research in sub-Saharan Africa continue to expand in volume and complexity, increasing the need for strong and responsive research ethics oversight, regulatory reviews, and pharmacovigilance systems. The ASCEND project was implemented...

Ethical and design considerations related to automated, confidential HIV testing invitations: insights from senders and recipients of SMS-based HIV testing invitations in Tanzania

Abstract Background Identifying individuals with undiagnosed HIV remains a global challenge. Mobile health (mHealth) approaches that leverage social networks hold potential to increase HIV testing uptake but also raise ethical considerations. Methods We conducted a qualitative st...

Perspectives of women and healthcare providers on facilitators and barriers to cervical cancer screening in the rural Kilimanjaro region Tanzania: a qualitative study

BACKGROUND: Cervical cancer can be prevented and treated if detected early through regular screening. However, 88% of women aged 30 to 49 have never been screened in Tanzania. OBJECTIVE: This study explored facilitators and barriers to cervical cancer screening among women and he...