Determinants maintaining healthcare personnel's motivation during COVID-19 pandemic in Uganda.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Maintaining the physical and psychological well-being of healthcare workers (HCWs) is crucial for health system resilience. In sub-Saharan Africa, particularly Uganda, HCWs faced significant challenges during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, compounded by pre-existing resource constraints. This study investigated challenges faced by HCWs at a designated COVID-19 hospital ('the Hospital') and explored determinants of maintaining healthcare personnel's motivation during the COVID-19 pandemic in Uganda.

Methods

A facility-based cross-sectional study was conducted at the Hospital from May to July 2023, with 120 HCWs categorised by profession. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire. Descriptive and logistic regression analyses were perfor

SUBMITTER: Komasawa M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11772877 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature