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Strategies for the prevention of type 2 diabetes mellitus among adults in Bale Zone, South East Ethiopia

Tesfaye Assefa Tadesse (2023-11-10)

The purpose of this study was to develop strategies to prevent type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) among adults in the Bale Zone, south-east Ethiopia. The study was organised into three phases. Phase I involved a population-based ...
Factors motivating early antenatal attendance in Lesotho

Lenkoane, Matholoana Elizabeth (2024-02)

Early antenatal care (ANC) attendance in the first trimester of pregnancy provides a unique opportunity for early identification of health concerns, prompt treatment and health education. There are several national and ...
The challenges faced by nurses in the implementation of HIV universal test and treat strategy in primary health care clinics in a Kwazulu-Natal District

Mthembu, Nomcebo (2023-11-06)

The purpose of this study is to describe the challenges that nurses working in primary health care clinics faced when implementing HIV Universal Test and Treat (UTT) strategy in a KwaZulu-Natal district. The researcher ...
An action plan to enhance the transfer of learning of pain management competencies of nurses in Saudi Arabian teaching hospitals

Kolobe, Litaba Efraim (2024-02-18)

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to develop an action plan that would facilitate the enhancement of the transfer of learning (TOL) of pain management competencies amongst nurses at teaching hospitals in Saudi ...
Factors associated with stunting in children 0-59 months in the Manzini region in eSwatini

Khumalo, Sukoluhle (2023-11-30)

This study aimed to identify and describe factors associated with stunting in children the Manzini region so that evidence-based recommendations could be made to relevant policymakers. A quantitative, cross-sectional study ...
Development of strategies to improve health care services for young people in East Gojjam Zone, Ethiopia

Gizew Damtie Demeke (2023-10-30)

Proper health service provision for young people aged 15-24 years (young people) remains a challenge in East Gojjam because of different factors. Literatures indicate that even though there is rapid population growth in ...
Challenges associated with HIV treatment compliance among adolescents and young adults living with HIV in Emfuleni, Gauteng

Molete, Regina Mampekase (2023-01-30)

The purpose of the study was to explore and describe the challenges associated with HIV treatment compliance among adolescents and young adults (AYAs) living with HIV aged between 18 to 24 years in Emfuleni, sub-district ...
Adolescent-parent partnership guidelines for improving communication on sexual and reproductive health in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Alemayehu Bogale Mesfin (2024-02-06)

Background: Globally, adolescents face health risks, especially with respect to sexuality and reproduction. Each year, 7.4 million girls have unintended pregnancies that resulted to 3 million unsafe abortions. There is a ...
Experiences of nurse educators regarding transformation in nursing education and training in Free State Province

Mofahla, Makgotso Catherine (2023-01)

The purpose of the study was to explore and describe nurse educators’ experiences with nursing education and training transformation in the Free State province. The study was conducted at the two campuses of a nursing ...
Strategies to promote the prevention and control of human papilloma virus infection and its sequela among Ethiopian women

Tadesse Fikre Lema (2024-02)

Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) is the most common viral infection of the reproductive tract and is the cause of precancerous cervical lesions that may progress to cancer. Cervical cancer (CC) is the second most common cancer ...
Perceptions of clients with eye problems before cataract surgery at a public hospital in Sedibeng district, Gauteng Province

Modise, Hluphekile Maria (2023-11-23)

Despite efforts to convince patients to undergo cataract surgery, over 50 million people are blind and at least 135 million people worldwide have significant vision impairments, with cataracts accounting for 51% of these ...
An inclusive clinical trial Research Education Programme for investigators in Health Sciences

Pelser, Wilma (2023-07)

Upscaling the pool of clinical trial investigators is critical to address the evolving challenges of clinical trials and meet the increasing demand for skilled health professionals. By developing an inclusive clinical trial ...
Assessment of integration of tuberculosis and diabetes mellitus in health services in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Sisay Tiroro Salato (2023-08)

The Co-morbidity of tuberculosis (TB) and diabetes mellitus (DM) is a major global public health challenge. Both diseases disproportionately affect low - and middle-income countries. While integrated care approaches offer ...
A programme to empower caregivers of children who are differently abled at non-governmental organisations

Tayob, Sharifa Moosa (2021-02-18)

The purpose of this study was to develop a programme to empower caregivers who care for children who are differently abled at Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) with skills and knowledge to effectively address the ...
A framework for the management of nurse educator bullying in nursing education institutions

Tshabalala, Matilda (2023-12)

Bullying remains a hidden yet insidious issue within nursing education institutions (NEIs). This study aimed to create and validate a framework for managing bullying among nurse educators in these settings. Conducted in ...
The quality of recordkeeping during intrapartum care in Limpopo Province : a mixed method analysis

Maesela, Phogole Crawford (2023-10)

Quality medical and nursing care requires detailed recordkeeping, which includes complete and accurate recording. Data sourced from the Ministry of Health indicated that Limpopo Province is the second-highest province in ...
Global capitalism and the commodification of breastfeeding: An investigation of its impact on the African conception of family life and motherhood

Seabela, Mosito Jonas (2023-05)

Breastfeeding in public has become a contentious issue in contemporary society. Mothers are often subjected to unfair discrimination and harassment for simply responding to their maternal instinct to breastfeed their ...
Evaluating the effectiveness of the rubella vaccination program in Lesotho using measels and rubella case-based surveillance data

Makhupane, Thabelo (2023-11)

Rubella is one of the leading causes of birth defects globally and is preventable by vaccination. In this study, the purpose was to evaluate the effect of the introduction of a Rubella Containing Vaccine (RCV) on the ...
The occurrence, socio-demographic characteristics, circumstances, and forensic evaluation outcomes of child sexual asssault in a selected province, in Mozambique

Matsinhe, Stela Saulina Carlota Ocuane (2023-06)

This study aimed to describe the occurrence, socio-demographic characteristics, circumstances, and forensic evaluation outcomes of child sexual assault in Maputo City and Province, Mozambique. A quantitative, descriptive ...
Factors contributing to low uptake of isoniazid preventive therapy amongst health care workers in a hospital of Manzini Region, Swaziland

Dlamini, Nondumiso (2022-09)

The purpose of this study was to determine the factors that contribute to the low uptake of isoniazid preventive therapy amongst health care workers (HCWs) in a hospital of Manzini region, Swaziland. A quantitative, ...

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