Journal Articles: Recent submissions
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PREVALENCE AND LEVEL OF VISION IMPAIRMENT OF PUPILS ATTENDING SPECIAL AND INCLUSIVE SCHOOLS IN KAKAMEGA COUNTY, KENYA
(European Journal of Public Studies, 2020-01)Background: Vision Impairment (VI) in children is considered a severe public health problem since its high prevalence affects the well-being of the individuals, their families and the social welfare of entire nations. This ... -
Phthalate Levels in Wastewater Treatment Plants of Lake Victoria Basin
(Applied Ecology and Environmental Sciences., 2021-12-16)Phthalates are examples of EDCs, which have been used as plasticizers for longtime worldwide. However, their occurrence in these environments causes adverse effects such as congenital anomalies, endocrine disruption and ... -
FEEDING PRACTICES OF INFANTS, HEALTH AND NUTRITION CHALLENGES FACED BY ADOLESCENT MOTHERS
(Asian Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences, 2020-05)Proper nutrition is critical in the first year of a child’s life for growth and development. Inadequate nutrition could lead to impaired physical and cognitive development and poor economic productivity (UNICEF, 2013). ... -
DEMOGRAPHIC AND SOCIOECONOMIC FACTORS INFLUENCING ITNS USE AMONG THE JAGGERY AND TEA WORKERS IN THE PREVENTION OF MALARIA IN SOUTH MUGIRANGO SUB COUNTY, KISII COUNTY, KENYA
(WORLD JOURNAL OF ADVANCE HEALTHCARE RESEARCH, 2020-12-13)Background; This study interviewed about 209 respondents working at the Jaggery and Tea farms. More than half of respondents understudy were at risk of contracting malaria infection due to the demographic and socioeconomic ... -
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN DIETARY INTAKE, NUTRITION STATUS AND ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF PUPILS
(International Journal of Multidisciplinary Academic Research, 2021-05-09)This paper focuses on the review of literature. It looks at the following areas; the dietary intake of pupils, the nutrition status of pupils and finally it evaluates the relationship that exists between dietary intake, ... -
Assessment of Attitude, Subjective Norm and Perceived Behavioral Control on Physical Activity of Alcoholics Using Structural Equation Modeling
(Journal of Alcoholism & Drug Dependence, 2021-04-21)Background: Structural equation modeling (SEM) is a series of statistical methods that allow complex relationships between one or more independent variables and one or more dependent variables. Objective: The study aimed ... -
Factors Influencing the Choice of food preference among the Geriatrics in Nyamira Sub-County, Kisii County, Kenya.
(IOSR Journal of Nursing and Health Science (IOSR-JNHS), 2020-08-01)Background; The population of persons aged 60 years and above is increasing steadily from one million in 1989 to 1.9 million by 2009 and is projected to reach about 3 million people by year 2030. This has been attributed ... -
Utilization Of Edible Insects In Risk Reduction Of Non Communicable Diseases.
(Research journali’s Journal of Public Health, 2020-11)Non communicable diseases are associated with 60% deaths globally (WHO 20014). The risk increases as consumption of processed and convenient foods as meat and oils which is linked to NCDs, continues to rise rapidly in the ... -
PATTERNS OF SUSCEPTIBILITY TESTING OF ANTITUBERCULOSIS DRUGS AMONG PATIENTS ATTENDING TUBERCLOSIS CLINIC IN KAKAMEGA TEACHING AND REFERALL HOPITAL KENYA
(International Journal of Advanced Research (IJAR), 2021-05-26)Drug Resistance Tuberculosis (DR TB) is a form of tuberculosis infection that is resistance to treatment with Rifampicin and Isoniazid with or without resistance to one or more other drugs used in the first line treatment ... -
Chemical composition and nutrient digestibility of umucass 36 cassava root meal by indigenous grower turkeys
(International Journal of Veterinary Sciences and Animal Husbandry, 2020-05)This trial was carried out to evaluate the proximate composition and nutrient digestibility of Umucass 36 cassava root meal, generally known as ‘gari’ in indigenous grower turkey diets under a warm humid tropical condition. ... -
Physiological and Anthropometric Characteristics of Amateur Women in the Kenya Rugby Union
(Journal of Advances in Sports and Physical Education, 2020-10-16)Rugby is a team body contact sport that is popular in many countries internationally. The team involves two opposing teams trying to carry an oval shaped ball to the end of a rectangular field, while preventing the other ... -
THE INFLUENCE OF SOCIO-ECONOMIC DEPRIVATION ON MULTIMORBIDITY: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW
(European Journal of Physical Education and Sports Sciences, 2021-05)Introduction: Multimorbidity poses a current global health challenge due to its increasing prevalence and burden on individuals and health systems. Evidence suggests that more socially disadvantaged individuals share a ... -
Predictability of the Theory of Planned Behavior Constructs in Practice of Physical Activity of Recuperating Alcoholics
(Journal of Alcoholism Drug Abuse & Substance Dependence, 2020-02-17)Background: Recuperating alcoholics in general population do not follow moderate-vigorous physical activity which hinders effective rehabilitation, increases relapse and risks to metabolic conditions. Therefore comprehension ... -
The Financial Burden Of Out Of Pocket Expenditure From Total Household Incomes In Kakamega County
(IOSR Journal of Nursing and Health Science (IOSR-JNHS), 2021-04)Objective. The objective of the study was to assess contribution of OOP from total household incomes and the resulting financial burden. Design. A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted in Kakamega County. Data ... -
ACCEPTABILITY OF COMPLEMENTARY PORRIDGE ENRICHED WITH CRICKETS (Acheta domesticus) AMONG WOMEN OF REPRODUCTIVE AGE IN ALEGO-USONGA SUB-COUNTY, KENYA
(Afr. J. Food Agric. Nutr, 2021-06-05)Protein-energy malnutrition is common among children of under five years of age in sub-Saharan Africa. This is mainly attributed to poor complementary foods and feeding practices, which are often cereal-based and ... -
A Study into the Relationship between Restaurant Tipping and Food Service Tangibility in Kisumu County, Kenya
(European Journal of Tourism Hospitality and Recreation, 2020-11-26)Tipping is believed to have vast influence on restaurant food service tangibility, and thus, quality. This forms the basis of the assumption that foodservice clients are in a better position ... -
HEALTH PROMOTION BEHAVIOUR FOR NON-COMMUNICABLE DISEASES AMONG HEALTHCARE WORKERS IN KAKAMEGA COUNTY, KENYA
(European Journal of Physical Education and Sport Science, 2021-06)Introduction: The rising burden of non-communicable diseases poses a great health system challenge in Kenya. Healthcare workers have a critical role to play in health promotion, in addressing patients’ lifestyle risk ... -
The role of autobiographies and biographies in the promotion of Kiswahili prose
(Research Journal in Modern Languages and Literatures, 2021-04-05)Despite the fact that Kiswahili prose has grown and made great strides as well as demonstrating high artistic levels through stylistic experimentations as well notable developments in content and ... -
Risk Factors for Obesity among School Aged Children in Kakamega County, Kenya
(Journal of Advances in Sports and Physical Education, 2021-04-13)Obesity is a complex condition that is caused by a mixture of medical, psychological and environmental factors. Childhood obesity is characterized by rise in the number of fat cells. It is one of today’s visible yet ... -
Enhancing teacher education and training for effective teaching and learning of French for vocational purposes
(Research Journal in Modern Languages and Literatures, 2021-04-15)A lot of dynamism and paradigm shifts have been experienced in the world’s different sectors, especially in matters education. In this regard new training needs have emerged and hence the necessity to have qualified teachers ...