August 2023

Microbial and physical evaluation of selected cough syrups sold at peripheral drug outlets in Bushenyi District, South Western Uganda

Syrups, being non-sterile liquid pharmaceutical formulations, are prone to microbial contamination. The most common microbial contaminants are bacteria and fungi. Contamination of oral liquid pharmaceuticals makes them hazardous due to potential to cause infections, and may also change their physical, chemical, and organoleptic properties. This study assessed the microbial quality and physical characteristic parameters...

Author(s): Johnmary Matovu, Mark Gonahasa, Edson Ireeta Munanura, Ibrahim Ntulume and Jonans Tusiimire,  

August 2023

Attitudes towards vaccines and intentions to vaccinate against COVID-19 among undergraduate students at the University of Zambia

Negative attitudes regarding vaccines and unwillingness to accept vaccinations are major barriers to managing the COVID-19 pandemic. Therefore, this study assessed the attitudes towards vaccines and intentions to vaccinate against COVID-19 among undergraduate students at the University of Zambia. This cross-sectional study was conducted among undergraduate students from August to September 2021. Data were collected...

Author(s): Martin Kampamba, Moonga Kalima, Christabel Nang’andu Hikaambo, Moses Mukosha,, Steward Mudenda and Ozawa Sachiko,