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The perceptions of pregnant women attending antenatal clinics in Qwa-Qwa, Free State, South Africa, regardin the PMTCT program
(Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2009-08)
Background: The prevalence of cases of HIV among children below the ages of 15 years continues to increase and majority of these children acquired the infection through mother-to-child transmission.
Methodology: The main ...
Causes of non-adherence to antiretroviral therapy in Wellness Clinic, Tshepong Hospital, Klerksdorp
(Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2009-12)
ENGLISH ABSTRACT: HIV/AIDS is the leading cause of death in Sub-Saharan Africa. According to 2001 estimates, there are 28.5 million people living with HIV in Africa, comprising more than 70% of the world’s HIV-infected ...
A comparison of coronary heart disease risk factor prevalence among offshore and onshore workers in the petroleum industry in Nigeria
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2009-12)
Background: Coronary heart disease is a global public health problem. Formerly considered rare in sub-Saharan Africa, evidence has shown that urbanization and the adoption of more affluent and sedentary lifestyle in ...
Traditional and modern medicine in primary care - prevalence, patterns and predictive factors of utilisation in Makwarela township, Vhembe district, Limpopo
(Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2009-08)
Introduction: Medical pluralism is a worldwide phenomenon. The reality in South Africa is that healthcare is provided by both orthodox and traditional healthcare providers. There is a great reliance on traditional medicine ...
Evaluation of the use of sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) intermittent treatment (IPT) to prevent malaria during pregnancy in Ndola, Zambia.
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2009-12)
ENGLISH SUMMARY : Background: Malaria in pregnancy is associated with many negative outcomes on the pregnant woman, the fetus and the neonate. Intermittent Preventive Treatment during pregnancy (IPTp) using Sulfadoxine- ...
Does the provision of services for HIV positive patients, including the provision of antiretroviral therapy, meet the needs and expectations of employers in Knysna?
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2009-12)
ENGLISH ABSTRACT: In South Africa, the highest HIV prevalence is amongst young people, who may have the greatest potential to contribute to the country’s economy.
South Africa has one of the world’s largest ...
The prevalence of HIV in adult Tuberculosis patients in Stellenbosch
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2009-12)
ENGLISH SUMMARY : Objective: To determine the prevalence of HIV in, and the profile of, adult tuberculosis (TB) patients seen at Stellenbosch district hospital and the four surrounding clinics.
Methods: A retrospective ...
Measuring adherence levels to antiretroviral treatment (ART) and assessing certain factors affecting adherence in a state primary health care clinic, Mitchells Plain Community Health Centre, South Africa
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2008-12)
ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Objective. Measuring adherence levels and assessing the impact on adherence to ART (antiretroviral treatment) of the factors: disclosure to partner, partner support, other support and length of time between ...
Evaluating prevention strategies used by general practitioners in Grahamstown in terms of recommended guidelines
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2009-12)
Background: Increasing attention has been paid to preventative health over the past few decades. However because of constraints on consultation time and medical funds general practitioners (GPs) are often unsure which ...
Attitudes, perceptions and understanding amongst teenagers regarding teenage pregnancy, sexuality and contraception in Taung
(Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2009-12)
ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Background
Teenage pregnancy is a socio-economic challenge and an important public health problem for communities in South Africa. Teenage pregnancy is a risk factor for disruption of education, unemployment, ...