Publications by authors named "Mukome A Nyamhagatta"
Background: Insufficient knowledge about COVID-19 and low socioeconomic status have been associated with distrustful attitudes towards vaccination against COVID-19.
Objective: The aim of this study was to explore determinants of COVID-19 vaccine uptake among the general population and health workers.
Methods: A cross sectional study was conducted in 16 councils which included; Milele, Mpanda, Newala, Simanjiro, Nanyumbu, Muleba, Longido, Ulanga, Igunga, Mbulu, Karatu, Mufindi, Mvomero, Kilolo and Tabora Town.
The prevalence of vertical transmission of human immunodeficiency virus and associated factors among exposed infants in Eastern Lake zone and Southern Highland of Tanzania: a cross-sectional study.
Peter Richard Torokaa Loveness Urio Ambwene Mwakalobo Godfrey Eriyo Alex Sifael Magesa Mukome A Nyamhagatta
HIV Res Clin Pract
December 2024
Article Synopsis
- - Between 2010 and 2015, global antiretroviral therapy coverage for pregnant women with HIV saw a significant increase, but only a minimal rise occurred from 2016 to 2020.
- - A study in Tanzania from January to December 2022 found a 2.48% prevalence of vertical transmission of HIV among infants exposed to the virus, with key findings highlighting the importance of antiretroviral prophylaxis.
- - Infants not receiving antiretroviral prophylaxis had significantly higher odds of contracting HIV, indicating that maternal use of antiretroviral therapy during pregnancy plays a critical role in reducing transmission rates.