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An investigation into the plight of orphans and vulnerable children in two high schools in the Libode district in the former Transkei
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-03)
ENGLISH ABSTRACT: This research discusses the plight of orphans and vulnerable children in two high schools: Ngubezulu and Upper Corana in the Libode–mega district of former Transkei in the Eastern Cape Province.
The ...
The factors that influence correct and consistent condom use among informal settlement female sex workers living in Bhobho farm, Harare
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-04)
ENGLISH ABSTRACT: HIV/AIDS is a global challenge. More resources and effort have been channelled towards mitigating the spread of HIV/AIDS. The use of condoms has been proven to be one of the methods that may be used to ...
The role of gender based violence in HIV transmission among women in Lusaka, Zambia
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-03)
ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Introduction: Gender based violence has been associated with risky sexual behaviours such as low condom use multiple and concurrent sexual partnering with low levels of HIV self-risk perception.
Study ...
Evaluating the referral system between Cecelia Makhiwane Hospital ART unit and its feeder sites, (Zone 2, 8 and 13 clinics)
(Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2010-12)
ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Purpose of the study. The primary purpose of the study was to evaluate the referral system between CMH ART unit and its feeder sites, and assess the staff perception and patient.s satisfaction about the ...
The perception and experience of stigma and discrimination among HIV-positive people at Oshakati ARV Clinic in Oshana Region, Namibia
(Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2011-03)
ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The researcher conducted an explorative, qualitative study to identify the perceptions and experiences of stigma and discrimination among people living with HIV and AIDS in order to establish strategies ...
Womens attitudes toward their partners involvement in ante-natal care services and prevention of mother-to-child transmission of HIV in Quthing district
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-04)
ENGLISH ABSTRACT: BACKGROUND: HIV and AIDS remains a public health challenge in Sub-Saharan Africa even though the epidemic has stabilized worldwide. The key strategy to prevention and control of HIV remains voluntary ...
Cultural factors influencing the management of HIV/AIDS in patients on anti-retroviral therapy in Ekurhuleni North Gauteng
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-04)
ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The aim of the study was to identify cultural factors influencing the management of HIV/AIDS patients in order to raise awareness and improve management of patients within the community of Ekurhuleni North ...
Establishing effective family and community level communication as a social vaccine to HIV/AIDS prevention in Hammarsdale, Kwasulu-Natal
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2011-12)
ENGLISH ABSTRACT: This study investigates the level of communication at family and community level and the possible hindrances thereof at Hammarsdale in Kwazulu-Natal Province. Effective communication is considered necessary ...
Stigma and discrimination : the effect on voluntary counseling and testing
(Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2009-12)
ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Countries of the world have put in place various interventions in different sectors and categories of the communities to curb the spread of HIV and AIDS and mitigate its impact. Such interventions include ...
An evaluation of the relationships between poverty and HIV/AIDS in Kwa-Langa, Cape Town
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2008-03)
ENGLISH ABSTRACT: This study sets out to establish and explain the empirical link between HIV/AIDS and
poverty using data collected in Kwa-Langa, Cape Town, South African. Analysis is
restricted to women of reproductive ...