Research Project on Health Innovations Supported by Makerere University Research Fund
This project, funded by the Government of Uganda through Makerere University Research and Innovations Fund (Mak-RIF), aims to address health challenges through innovative methodologies. The project focuses on achieving specific goals outlined in the project objectives, with a clear strategy summariz
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Ethnomedicinal Studies on Medicinal Plants in Rif, Morocco
This study conducted in the Rif region of Morocco aimed to identify medicinal plants used by local people to treat digestive system disorders. The research documented 87 plant species from 43 families, highlighting the community's reliance on traditional ethnomedicinal knowledge. Results indicated T
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Pooled Sputum Specimens for TB Diagnosis in COVID-19 Pandemic
Tuberculosis (TB) diagnosis faces challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic, impacting testing capacity. This study by Vibol Iem explores the feasibility of pooling sputum specimens to enhance testing efficiency using Xpert MTB/RIF or Xpert Ultra. The research aims to assess the reliability and cost-e
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Enhancing Diagnostic Tests with Pathodetect in Ni-kshay Module
A new test type, Pathodetect-MTB, Rif & Inh, has been introduced for tuberculosis diagnosis in Pathodetect laboratories. This test has been added to the diagnostic tests list in the Ni-kshay module, enabling seamless reporting in TB diagnostic facilities. The process of adding this test, including s
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