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Malaria diagnosis in rural healthcare facilities and treatment-seeking behavior in malaria endemic settings in western Kenya
(Maseno University, 2023)
Accurate diagnosis and timely treatment are central requirements for effective malaria
management in communities. However, in resource-constrained settings, healthcare facilities are
likely to be few, inaccessible, and ...
Agricultural pesticides do not suppress infection of Biomphalaria (Gastropoda) by Schistosoma mansoni (Trematoda)
(Cold spring harbor laboratory, 2023-02-15)
Schistosomiasis is a neglected tropical disease caused by trematodes of the genus
Schistosoma. The pathogen is transmitted via freshwater snails. These snails indirectly
benefit from agricultural pesticides which affect ...
Antimicrobial Resistance in a Changing Climatic Context: An Emerging Public Health Threat in Africa
(Springer International Publishing, 2023-10-31)
Although there are improvements in human survival as a result of the accessibility of powerful antibiotics, this gain is approaching its limit due to the changing climate and development of resistance to therapeutic agents ...
The cost of beauty: Perspectives of salon workers in Kisumu City, Kenya
(Public Library of Science, 2023-11-06)
Despite occupational exposure to hazardous chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products (PCPs), salon workers receive minimal formal protections. Consequently, most salon workers rely on personal safeguards. However, ...