Antibiotic over-prescription, which leads to antimicrobial resistance (AMR), is a current
global health challenge [1,2]. AMR leads to increased health expenditure due to the high cost of developing new antibiotics or purchasing more expensive but currently effective antibiotics [3,4]. Studies done in Europe and South America in outpatient clinics have shown high prescriptions
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Fluoride is an essential element that contributes to the health of mineralized tissues, such as teeth and bones, when individuals are exposed at appropriate levels [1].
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The 2024 Health Research and Policy Conference, held on May 20-21, 2024, at the Kigali Convention
Centre, Kigali, Rwanda, was poised to be a landmark event in Rwanda’s ongoing efforts to advance health
research and policy. With the theme “Advancing Research for a Healthy Rwanda,” this conference brought
together a wide range of stakeholders from the health sector, including researchers, policymakers, healthcare professionals, academic institutions, and development partners. The event served as a platform for fostering collaboration, sharing knowledge, and exploring innovative approaches to addressing Rwanda’s most pressing health challenges.
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Neonatal mortality remains a pressing global concern, with millions of infants losing their lives each year. However, there was a lack of specific information regarding the prevalence of neonatal mortality
and associated factors at Masaka District Hospital (DH). This study aimed to determine neonatal mortality prevalence and associated factors at Masaka DH.
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Rwanda’s high coverage of facility-based deliveries and strong routine health information systems provide a unique opportunity to examine seasonal patterns in maternal and newborn health service utilization and translate these findings into actionable health system planning.
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Aging is a vital period of life that people often think about in their retirement years. The global population of this age group has grown significantly. In addition, older persons in low- and medium-income countries (LMICs) confront a number of challenges, including poverty, a scarcity of skilled geriatric experts, food insecurity, disability and health issues, and insufficient long-term care. This study aimed to understand the challenges and needs of implementing Rwanda’s national policy for older persons.
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Mental health disorders are a growing public health concern, particularly among adolescents aged 18–24 years. This study aimed to assess the determinants of mental health service utilization among adolescents aged 18–24 years in Kicukiro District, Rwanda, focusing on socio-demographic characteristics, knowledge, attitudes, and access to services.
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Universal Health Coverage (UHC) aims to ensure equitable access to essential health services without financial hardship. Rwanda has made substantial progress toward UHC through its Community-Based Health Insurance (CBHI) scheme. This study assesses trends in healthcare utilization and equity in access using national-level secondary data.
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Access to rehabilitation services is essential for improving functional outcomes and quality of life among children with physical disabilities. In Rwanda, however, families often face multiple barriers when seeking these services, and evidence on caregiver experiences remains limited. This study aimed to explore the lived experiences of parents of children with physical disabilities regarding access to and utilization of rehabilitation services at the University Teaching Hospital of Butare (CHUB).
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Regional anesthesia offers important advantages over general anesthesia, including improved analgesia, fewer perioperative complications, and enhanced operating room (OR) efficiency. However, evidence on the implementation and impact of regional anesthesia block rooms (BRs) in low-resource settings remains limited. This study evaluated the effect of establishing a BR on perioperative efficiency at a tertiary teaching hospital in Rwanda.
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