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Evaluation of the Tu’Washindi Na PrEP Intervention to Reduce Gender-Based Violence and Increase Preexposure Prophylaxis Uptake and Adherence Among Kenyan Adolescent Girls and Young Women: Protocol for a Cluster Randomized Controlled Trial

Evaluation of the Tu’Washindi Na PrEP Intervention to Reduce Gender-Based Violence and Increase Preexposure Prophylaxis Uptake and Adherence Among Kenyan Adolescent Girls and Young Women: Protocol for a Cluster Randomized Controlled Trial

In western Kenya, a study of adolescent girls and young women attending family planning clinics found that 76% met Pr EP eligibility criteria, but only 4% initiated Pr EP [16], and the proportion of adolescent girls and young women persisting with Pr EP for 3 months postinitiation ranged from 5% to 37% across studies [7,10,11,15,17]. In samples of Pr EP users at an average of 6 months postinitiation, only 4% to 8% had tenofovir diphosphate (TFVdp) levels suggesting high adherence [4-6].

Sarah T Roberts, Alexandra M Minnis, Sue Napierala, Elizabeth T Montgomery, Lina Digolo, Mackenzie L Cottrell, Erica N Browne, Jacqueline Ndirangu, Joyce Boke, Kawango Agot

JMIR Res Protoc 2025;14:e55931

Assessment of Heat Exposure and Health Outcomes in Rural Populations of Western Kenya by Using Wearable Devices: Observational Case Study

Assessment of Heat Exposure and Health Outcomes in Rural Populations of Western Kenya by Using Wearable Devices: Observational Case Study

The primary aim of this study was to assess the feasibility and effectiveness of wearable devices in continuously and objectively monitoring the health impacts of weather exposures on individuals, particularly in a rural setting in Siaya, Kenya (Figure 1).

Ina Matzke, Sophie Huhn, Mara Koch, Martina Anna Maggioni, Stephen Munga, Julius Okoth Muma, Collins Ochieng Odhiambo, Daniel Kwaro, David Obor, Till Bärnighausen, Peter Dambach, Sandra Barteit

JMIR Mhealth Uhealth 2024;12:e54669

Assessing Outcomes in HIV Prevention and Treatment Programs With Female Sex Workers and Men Who Have Sex With Men: Expanded Polling Booth Survey Protocol

Assessing Outcomes in HIV Prevention and Treatment Programs With Female Sex Workers and Men Who Have Sex With Men: Expanded Polling Booth Survey Protocol

In 2020, a nationwide mapping and population size estimation exercise estimated that there were 197,096 female sex workers and 61,650 men who have sex with men living in Kenya (National AIDSSTI Control Programme, unpublished data, December 2020). Approximately 20% of key populations are concentrated in Nairobi County, the largest of the 47 counties in Kenya [6].

Parinita Bhattacharjee, Leigh M McClarty, Joshua Kimani, Shajy Isac, Rhoda Wanjiru Kabuti, Antony Kinyua, Jaffred Karakaja Okoyana, Virjinia Njeri Ndukuyu, Helgar Musyoki, Anthony Kiplagat, Peter Arimi, Souradet Shaw, Faran Emmanuel, Monica Gandhi, Marissa Becker, James Blanchard

JMIR Public Health Surveill 2024;10:e54313

Use of Sentinel Surveillance Platforms for Monitoring SARS-CoV-2 Activity: Evidence From Analysis of Kenya Influenza Sentinel Surveillance Data

Use of Sentinel Surveillance Platforms for Monitoring SARS-CoV-2 Activity: Evidence From Analysis of Kenya Influenza Sentinel Surveillance Data

Here, we describe influenza circulation and coinfection with SARS-Co V-2 in Kenya during the COVID-19 pandemic and compare SARS-Co V-2 virus detection from the influenza sentinel surveillance system with that of the universal national SARS-Co V-2 surveillance that included data from all facilities and border points in Kenya.

Daniel Owusu, Linus K Ndegwa, Jorim Ayugi, Peter Kinuthia, Rosalia Kalani, Mary Okeyo, Nancy A Otieno, Gilbert Kikwai, Bonventure Juma, Peninah Munyua, Francis Kuria, Emmanuel Okunga, Ann C Moen, Gideon O Emukule

JMIR Public Health Surveill 2024;10:e50799

The Impact of Rapid Handpump Repairs on Diarrhea Morbidity in Children: Cross-Sectional Study in Kwale County, Kenya

The Impact of Rapid Handpump Repairs on Diarrhea Morbidity in Children: Cross-Sectional Study in Kwale County, Kenya

We here present results obtained from a cross-sectional survey following the introduction of a professional handpump maintenance service in Kwale County in southern Kenya. The service was initially funded by a research program that was investigating whether the intervention of a rapid, professional repair service, supported by data measuring handpump use using sensors attached to the pumps [33], could result in repairing handpumps faster than had been the case under community-based management.

Patrick Thomson, Justin Stoler, Michelle Byford, David J Bradley

JMIR Public Health Surveill 2024;10:e42462

Adoption of Electronic Medical Records for Chronic Disease Care in Kenyan Refugee Camps: Quantitative and Qualitative Prospective Evaluation

Adoption of Electronic Medical Records for Chronic Disease Care in Kenyan Refugee Camps: Quantitative and Qualitative Prospective Evaluation

NCDs account for 24% and 27% of all deaths in Somalia and Kenya, respectively, and the camp context represented a stable location with high levels of need where the m Health app could be tested [21]. This work aimed to evaluate a specialized m Health app consisting of an abbreviated medical record for patients with hypertension or diabetes, adapted for a Kenyan refugee camp setting.

Emily Lyles, Kenneth Paik, John Kiogora, Husna Hussein, Alejandra Cordero Morales, Lilian Kiapi, Shannon Doocy

JMIR Mhealth Uhealth 2023;11:e43878

The Effectiveness of Interactive Text Messaging and Structured Psychosocial Support Groups on Developmental Milestones of Children From Adolescent Pregnancies in Kenya: Quasi-Experimental Study

The Effectiveness of Interactive Text Messaging and Structured Psychosocial Support Groups on Developmental Milestones of Children From Adolescent Pregnancies in Kenya: Quasi-Experimental Study

In Kenya, the adolescent pregnancy rate is 96 per 1000 births, with some counties having a higher burden [3]. Adolescent pregnancies are associated with poorer physical and socio-cognitive development during infancy and early childhood, partly due to inadequate knowledge on infant care [1].

Valerian Mwenda, Ireen Makena, Vincent Ogweno, James Obonyo, Vincent Were

JMIR Pediatr Parent 2023;6:e37359

Creating the Map of Interactive Services Aiding and Assisting Persons With Disabilities (MSAADA) Project: Tutorial for the Novel Use of a Store Locator App

Creating the Map of Interactive Services Aiding and Assisting Persons With Disabilities (MSAADA) Project: Tutorial for the Novel Use of a Store Locator App

The prevalence of disability in Kenya reflects global trends. An estimated 10.3% of Kenyans have some form of disability, including difficulty with seeing, hearing, mobility, cognition, self-care, or communication [3]. In 2003, the government of Kenya passed the Persons with Disabilities Act, prohibiting discrimination against persons with disabilities and improving access to care, education, and employment [4].

Mary Ann Etling, Michael Musili, Kaytlin Eastes, Eren Oyungu, Megan S McHenry

Interact J Med Res 2022;11(2):e37036

Digital mHealth and Virtual Care Use During COVID-19 in 4 Countries: Rapid Landscape Review

Digital mHealth and Virtual Care Use During COVID-19 in 4 Countries: Rapid Landscape Review

The purpose of this review was to outline and summarize the landscape of m Health and virtual care in 4 countries (2 low-middle income and 2 high income) that have been purported to be used or enhanced specifically due to the COVID-19 pandemic and to serve as examples from diverse regions: Canada, the United Kingdom, Rwanda, and Kenya.

Alison Müller, Alessandro Cau, Semakula Muhammed, Osman Abdullahi, Andrew Hayward, Sabin Nsanzimana, Richard Lester

JMIR Form Res 2022;6(11):e26041