Browsing College of Health Sciences (CHS) by Subject "Self-medication"
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Patterns and predictors of self-medication in Northern Uganda
(PLOS One, 2014)Self-medication with antimicrobial agents is a common form of self-care among patients globally with the prevalence and nature differing from country to country. Here we assessed the prevalence and predictors of antimicrobial ... -
Prevalence and factors associated with self-medication for influenza-like illness among undergraduate students of Makerere University Kampala in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024)Background: Self-medication for influenza-like illness is a prevalent practice among university students. Influenza-like illness is characterized by symptoms such as fever, cough, and sore throat, and can be caused by ... -
Self-medication for COVID-19 among urban slum dwellers in Jinja City
(Makerere University, 2022-12-01)Introduction: Self-medication, the use of medicine by individuals without a valid prescription, is a serious public health concern globally and has been exacerbated by the current COVID-19 pandemic. The lack of known ...