Prevalence and outcomes of hepatitis B coinfection and associated liver disease among antiretroviral therapy-naive individuals in a rural Tanzanian... (Publications)
Background. We evaluated the prevalence of chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection and liver fibrosis/cirrhosis in human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-infected individuals enrolled in a rural Tanzani
Approved oncology drugs lack <em>in vivo</em> activity against <em>Trichuris muris</em> despite <em>in vitro</em> activity (Publications)
Infections with soil-transmitted helminths (STHs) are considered among the most persistent global health problems. The few available drugs have limitations including low efficacy against Trichuris tri
Maternal and newborn healthcare providers in rural Tanzania: in-depth interviews exploring influences on motivation, performance and job satisfaction (Publications)
INTRODUCTION: Major improvements in maternal and neonatal health (MNH) remain elusive in Tanzania. The causes are closely related to the health system and overall human resource policy. Just 35% of th
Persistence of brucellosis in pastoral systems (Publications)
Regarded as a highly contagious, zoonotic disease with worldwide distribution, brucellosis is endemic in many countries and settings and is responsible for a considerable economic and health-related b
Stakeholders perspectives on perceived needs and priorities for leprosy control and care, Tamil Nadu, India (Publications)
Although leprosy has been declared as eliminated in India, treated patients with persisting disabilities still require care. With the shift from vertical to integrated services, questions remain about