• Aberration of Metals Competing for Iron on Exposure to Lambda Cyhalothrin and Aflatoxins in Dietary Fish from Selected Aquatic Sources in Kenya 

  Onyangore, Faith Obegi; Ochuodho, Julius; Osano, Odipo; Omondi, Cornell Akwiri (Food Science and Nutrition Studies, 2018-09-12)

  Excess or deficiency of minerals may seriously disturb biochemical processes and upset internal homeostasis, leading to various diseases and disorders in fish species due to deficiency or excess of micro and macro elements ...
• Prevalence of iron deficiency anaemia and dietary iron intake among infants aged six to nine months in Keiyo South Sub County, Kenya 

  O, Onyangore F; M, Were G; Mwamburi, LA (African Journal of Food, Agriculture, Nutrition and Development, 2016-06)

  The increased prevalence of iron deficiency among infants can be attributed to the consumption of an iron deficient diet or a diet that interferes with iron absorption at the critical time of infancy, among other factors. ...
• The Practices and Glycated Hemoglobin Levels of Adults with Diabetic Neuropathy in Nakuru County, Kenya 

  Bore, Dorcas Chelangat; Bor, Wesley; Onyangore, Faith; Elijah, Isinta M (African Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, 2024-07-19)

  Diabetic neuropathy is a common complication of diabetes that can significantly impact patients’ quality of life. Practices play a crucial role in managing the condition and preventing further complications. This ...
• Symptomatic malaria diagnosis overestimate malaria prevalence, but underestimate anaemia burdens in children: results of a follow up study in Kenya 

  Choge, Joseph K; Magak, Ng’wena G; Akhwale, Willis; Koech, Julius; Ngeiywa, Moses M; Oyoo-Okoth, Elijah; Esamai, Fabian; Osano, Odipo; Khayeka-Wandabwa, Christopher; Kweka, Eliningaya J (BMC Public Health, 2014)

  Background: The commonly accepted gold standard diagnostic method for detecting malaria is a microscopic reading of Giemsa-stained blood films. However, symptomatic diagnosis remains the basis of therapeutic care for the ...
• High-performance liquid chromatography local reference ranges of hemoglobin fractions (HbA, HbA2, and HbF) in detection of hemoglobinopathies in western Kenya 

  Mutua, Benard; Chelangat, Rose; Mustafa, Barasa; Were, Tom; Makani, Julie; Sowayi, George; Okoth, Patrick (The Egyptian Journal of Internal Medicine, 2022)

  Background: Western Kenya, being a malaria-endemic region, has a high prevalence of hemoglobinopathies mostly sickle cell and thalassemia. The hemoglobin fractions or variants, HbA, HbA2, and HbF, serve as biomarkers for ...
• Experimental therapeutic assays of Tephrosia vogelii against Leishmania major infection in murine model: in vitro and in vivo 

  Marango, Sylvia Naliaka; Khayeka‑Wandabwa, Christopher; Makwali, Judith Alice; Jumba, Bernard Ngoitsi; Choge, Joseph K.; Adino, Eric Onyango; Anjili, Christopher O. (BioMed Central, 2017)

  Background: Conventional targeted leishmanicidal chemotherapy has persistently remained prohibitive for most economically deprived communities due to costs, associated time to accessing health services and duration for ...
• Evaluation of leishmanicidal activity and cytotoxicity of Ricinus communis and Azadirachta indica extracts from western Kenya: in vitro and in vivo assays 

  Jumba, Bernard N.; Anjili, Christopher O.; Makwali, Judith; Ingonga, Johnstone; Nyamao, Rose; Marango, Sylvia; Choge, Joseph K.; Khayeka‑Wandabwa, Christopher (BioMed Central, 2015-11-05)

  Background: Despite advances to targeted leishmanicidal chemotherapy, defies around severe toxicity, recent emergence of resistant variants and absence of rational vaccine still persist. This necessitates search and/or ...
• Factors Hindering Integration of Theory Into Practice by Bachelor of Science in Nursing Students at Thika Level Five Hospital, Kenya 

  Waweru, Lucy W; Mapesa, O Job; Elijah, Nyangena (International Journal of Nursing Education, 2016)

  Background: The Bachelor of Science in Nursing programme involves both theoretical and practical approaches to ensure that nursing students become competent graduate nurses, who can provide evidence based care. Although ...
• Clinical chemistry profiles in injection heroin users from Coastal Region, Kenya 

  Were, Tom; Wesongah, Jesca O; Munde, Elly; Ouma, Collins; Kahiga, Titus M; Ongecha-Owuor, Francisca; Kiarie, James N; Ahmed, Aabid A; Makokha, Ernest P; Budambula, Valentine (BMC Clinical Pathology, 2014)

  Background: Although the co-burden of injection drug use and HIV is increasing in Africa, little is known about the laboratory markers of injection drug use and anti-retroviral treatment (ART) in Kenyan injection drug ...
• Unveiling the Path to Healthy Habits: The Effect of SchoolLed Total Sanitation Intervention on Sanitation and Hygiene Knowledge and Practices Among School-Going Children (Grade 4–7) in Baringo County, Kenya 

  Omari, Phanice Kerubo; Karanja, Simon Muturi; Mambo, Susan Njoki (Journal of Education and Community Health, 2024-03-30)

  Background: Poor hygiene and sanitation knowledge and practices pose serious health risks to vulnerable populations, such as school-going children. Kenya is among the 26 countries worldwide that account for 90% of open ...
• Evaluation of Geriatric Content and Practicum in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing Curriculum at Selected Universities in Kenya 

  Rotich, Rose Jelagat; Ng’eno, Anne Koskei Ng’eno (American Journal of Nursing Research, 2024-10-14)

  The aging population in Kenya is growing rapidly, necessitating a healthcare workforce, especially nurses, equipped to manage the complex needs of older adults. This study evaluates the extent to which geriatric nursing ...
• Assessment Tools Used For Evaluating Nursing Students during Geriatric Practicum in Selected Universities in Kenya 

  Rotich, Rose Jelagat; Nyangena, Elijah (International Journal of Medicine and Public Health, 2024-09-24)

  Assessment tools are essential for evaluating nursing students' competencies, particularly in specialized fields like geriatric nursing. This study investigates the assessment tools used during geriatric practicum at ...
• Unveiling the Path to Healthy Habits: The Effect of SchoolLed Total Sanitation Intervention on Sanitation and Hygiene Knowledge and Practices Among School-Going Children (Grade 4–7) in Baringo County, Kenya 

  Omari, Phanice Kerubo; Karanja, Simon Muturi; Mambo, Susan Njoki (Journal of Education and Community Health, 2024-03-30)

  Background: Poor hygiene and sanitation knowledge and practices pose serious health risks to vulnerable populations, such as school-going children. Kenya is among the 26 countries worldwide that account for 90% of open ...
• Triazole-Resistant Aspergillus fumigatus from Fungicide-Experienced Soils in Naivasha Subcounty and Nairobi County, Kenya 

  Kemoi, Edson K.; Nyerere, Andrew; Bii, Christine C. (International Journal of Microbiology, 2018)
• Progesterone And Immunological Changes In Human Immunodeficiency Virus Infection During Pregnancy 

  Musyoki, Stanslaus Kiilu; Omwenga, Eric Omori; Kariuki, Stephen Mwaura; Kemoi, Edson Kipyegon (International Journal Of Scientific & Technology Research, 2019-07)

  Immune responses during pregnancy are specifically regulated to allow fight against infections and prevent any damage to the growing fetus. HIV infections, a pro-inflammatory infection, present a challenge to the enhancement ...
• Azole Resistant Aspergillus Fumigatus With Tr34/L98h Mutation From Clinical Isolates In, Kenya 

  Kemoi, E.K.; Nyerere, A.; Mashedi, O.; Bii, C. (East African Medical Journal, 2023)

  Objective: The aim of the study was to characterize aspergillus species from clinical samples. Design: Cross sectional study. Setting: The study was conducted at Kenya Medical Research Institute using archived aspergillus ...
• Study of Person-specifc Life Events Influencing Intentional Self-harm in Young Population in Kericho County, Kenya 

  Sigey, Langat Kiprotich (International Journal of Tropical DiseaseI & Health, 2024-04-11)

  Background: Suicide has been among the leading causes of death in 15-29-year-old people worldwide. Over three quarters (79%) of all suicides occur in lower and mid-level economic countries. Aim: The study's specific ...
• Linking Fermented Foods to Microbial Composition andValorisation: Blueprint for Kenya 

  Wandabwa, Christopher Khayeka; Choge, Joseph K.; Linnemann, Anita R.; Schoustra, Sijmen (Blueprint for Kenya. Food Reviews International, 2024)

  Sub-Saharan Africa has one of the world’s richest selections of indigenousfermented foods which constitute valuable cultural heritage with significantsocio-economic impact. The review provides an in-depth examination of ...
• Usage of social media and Covid 19 vaccine hesitancy among medical students in Kericho County 

  Anino, Calvince Otieno; Sanga, Philip (PLOS Glob Public Health, 2024-08-22)

  The recent Covid 19 pandemic revealed the global challenge posed by infectious diseases. Vaccines are a crucial tool in preventing pandemics, as evidenced by their success in controlling past outbreaks. The rise of information ...
• Clinical Officers Council (Coc) Pioneer Experience in Conducting Pre-Internship Licensure E - Examinations 

  Choge, Joseph Kiprop (International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research & Innovation Volume 2. Issue 1, 2024. University of Kabianga, Kenya. ijmri@kabianga.ac.ke, 2024)

  Introduction: Although University e - examinations started in 2009, Covid-19 pandemic popularized their use thus necessitating their evaluation. COC was among the pioneer institutions in Kenya to use the e - examinations ...

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