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Utilization of eight antenatal care contacts among adolescent and adult women at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital, Kisumu, Kenya
(Maseno University, 2026)Early antenatal care booking and compliance with eight antenatal care contacts improve positive pregnancy experiences and outcomes. In 2022, Kenya adopted the World Health Organization recommendation for eight antenatal ... -
Characteristics, Outcomes and experiences of pregnant women with cardiac disease at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital in Kisumu, Kenya
(Maseno University, 2026)Cardiac disease in pregnancy is a cause of indirect maternal morbidity and death worldwide. It places an excessive burden on low- and middle-income regions. In Western Kenya, there is a high prevalence of clinically ... -
Variation in length, position and blood supply of the vermiform appendix: a cadaveric study among black Tanzanian population
(Maseno University, 2026)The vermiform appendix is a tubular structure attached to the cecum and demonstrates anatomical variation in length, position, and arterial supply. Such variation is relevant to the diagnosis and surgical management of ... -
Reproductive outcomes among infertile female patients who have undergone myomectomy at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (Jootrh), Kisumu, Kenya
(Maseno University, 2026)Uterine fibroids are a common cause of infertility in sub-Saharan Africa, where assisted reproductive technology is largely unavailable and myomectomy is often the main fertility-directed treatment. Local evidence on ... -
Efficacyof Rameny radio’s ngimadhano programme in promoting the uptake of contraceptives among the women of Cham gi Wadu division in Migori county, Kenya
(Maseno University, 2025)The main objective of this study was to investigate the use of community radio in the promotion of contraceptive uptake in Cham Gi Wadu Division within Migori County. This was deemed as a representation of women in the ... -
Assessment of the effects of water quality parameters on zooplankton distribution, diversity, and abundance in water pans of semi-arid Narok, Kenya
(Maseno University, 2025)Freshwater pans in Kenya’s semi-arid regions play an important role in supporting domestic use, irrigation, livestock, and aquatic biodiversity. However, they are increasingly threatened by climate variations, eutrophication, ... -
Post-traumatic stress disorder and associated factors in patients with severe physical injuries at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga teaching and referral hospital, Kisumu, Kenya
(Maseno University, 2025)Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a severe psychological condition that significantly impairs daily functioning and quality of life. It is brought about by exposure to traumatic experiences such as natural disasters, ... -
The use of e-procurement on performance of procurement functions of Uasin Gishu county government, Kenya
(Maseno University, 2025)In recent years, Uasin Gishu County Government has faced persistent challenges in its procurement processes, including inflated procurement costs, delayed service delivery, limited transparency and procurement-related ... -
Effectiveness of permanet® dual on malaria vector control in a Pyrethroid resistant population of mosquitoes in western Kenya
(Maseno University, 2025-11-11)Malaria affected 263 million people and resulted to 597000 deaths globally. In Kenya 5.5 million malaria cases were reported in 2023. Malaria cases and deaths globally have decreased through long-lasting insecticide treated ... -
Histological patterns of prostate specimens analyzed at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga teaching and referral Hospital
(Maseno University, 2023)Prostate cancer is the fifth most prevalent cause of cancer-related death worldwide in men, accounting for an estimated 366,000 deaths and 6.3 million disability-adjusted life years. There is scarce information on prostate ... -
The Histomorphological and biochemical hepatorestorative Effects of silymarin milk thistle on paracetamol induced Hepatotoxicity in adult albino rats (Rattus norvegicus)
(Maseno University, 2023)Liver toxicity has been on a steady rise worldwide and it is attributed to various causes including paracetamol-induced when taken singly in high dose or prolonged use. Paracetamol is a common, most preferred and widely ... -
Contribution of the independent policing oversight authority to police accountability in Kenya
(Maseno University, 2023)This study focused on the contribution of the Independent Policing Oversight Authority to police accountability in Kenya. It thus established that the National Police Service (NPS) is an important factor in the security ... -
A history of women’s land rights and food production in Kasipul division, Homa-Bay county Kenya, 1908-2012
(Maseno University, 2023)In most developing countries, land is the most essential resource for agricultural production. As such, secure access, ownership and use of land leads to improved food security hence poverty reduction especially in the ... -
Effect of rainfall variability on selected food crops Production in Nyando sub county, Kisumu county Kenya
(Maseno University, 2023)Rainfall variability has led to detrimental influence on food crop production in different parts of the world. Many countries experience cases of reduced crop production thus lowering food security. Kenya being an ... -
An analysis on the contribution of European Union foreign electoral assistance on Kenya’s general elections integrity
(Maseno University, 2023)In both the global North and South, electoral integrity serves as the bedrock of democratic societies, and is an idea used to mean ensuring the legitimacy of election outcomes and fostering peaceful transitions of power. ... -
Effect of farmer production management skills on status of Economic stimulus aquaculture projects in Kisumu west constituency, Kisumu county, Kenya
(Maseno University, 2023)Food and nutrition insecurity is a concern for the Kenyan government. As a result, various policy interventions have over time been implemented to deal with food and nutrition challenges within the country. Economic ... -
Geographical segregation on fertility of women in Kisumu East Sub county, Kisumu county, Kenya.
(Maseno University, 2023)v ABSTRACT Fertility and geographical segregation are some of the major factors influencing human population growth. The fertility rate of Kisumu East Sub County is rated at 4.8 per woman exceeding the average for the ... -
Economic performance and effect of cage-fish farming on Livelihoods of Lake Victoria basin communities in Siaya county, Kenya
(Maseno University, 2023)Cage fish farming has been considered as an important approach in increasing productivity and improving livelihoods and has grown rapidly along the Lake Victoria shores and is projected to increase productivity significantly ... -
Single dose versus extended dose antibiotics in prevention of surgical site infection in elective caesarean section at a tertiary hospital in Kisumu-Kenya: a randomized controlled trial
(Maseno University, 2023)When compared to other surgical procedures overall, Caesarean section (CS) accounts for the most recorded cases of surgical site infection (SSI). Following CS, antibiotic prophylaxis usage has been proven to lower incidence ... -
Replacement of soybean meal in the diet of Nile tilapia (oreochromis Niloticus) by black soldier fly (hermetia illucens) larvae meal and the cost implications
(Maseno University, 2023)Soybean meal (SBM) is a plant protein derivative, which is widely used in Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) feed formulation. However, as a major plant protein source, SBM creates a food-feed competition with a growing ...
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