Browsing Masters Degrees (Family Medicine and Primary Care) by Title
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Socio-economic status and diabetes control in patients presenting to Princess Marina hospital (PMH), Gaborone, Botswana
(Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2015-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT Background Literature supports a relationship between low income status and poor diabetes control. However this relationship has not been assessed in Botswana. Aim To determine the relationship between ... -
A study of factors in the treatment support system that contribute to successful haart adherence at Tshepang Clinic
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-12)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Background: HIV/AIDS is a chronic disease for which no cure has been found yet. The only effective way to give a better life to the infected patients is to suppress their viral loads. The Highly Active ... -
A survey of reasons for encounter and diagnoses in ambulatory primary care : Tygerberg Sub District, Cape Town Metropole
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2011-12)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Background: Recent studies in South Africa have shown the South African healthcare system to be overloaded with a quadruple burden of diseases. This work, however, is based on mortality data and therefore ... -
A survey of wound care knowledge in South Africa
(Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2015-07-23)Abstract Chronic wounds afflict millions worldwide, incurring significant health care costs and chronic suffering. Clinicians are often unsure about treatment, resulting in poor outcomes. Objective To determine the scope ... -
A survey of wound care knowledge in South Africa
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2010-12)Chronic wounds afflict millions worldwide, incurring significant health care costs and chronic suffering. Clinicians are often unsure about treatment, resulting in poor outcomes. Objective To determine the scope of ... -
A survey to assess the prevalence of Hepatitis B in the adult HIV positive population of the TC Newman ARV centre, Paarl
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2011-08)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Background: Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) and Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) co-infection in South Africa is estimated between 5-17%; however research determining this prevalence is lacking. With co-infection ... -
A survey to explore factors that delay patients from accessing antiretroviral treatment at an East London hospital complex clinic
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-12)Introduction This cross-sectional study assessed factors affecting access to antiretroviral therapy (ART) among HIV patients. The aim of this study was to explore factors that delay patients from accessing antiretroviral ... -
Theatre procedures performed at Knysna Hospital in the Eden district of the Western Cape and their application to post graduate training of family physicians
(Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2014-12)BACKGROUND:Family physicians are trained to enable them to staff community health centres and primary care hospitals. Part of this training is teaching them procedural skills for anaesthetics and surgery. Knysna hospital ... -
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 ... -
Tuberculosis contact tracing in primary health care facilities in Francistown, Botswana.
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-04)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Background: Tuberculosis (TB) is a big health concern in Botswana. High numbers of new and retreatment tuberculosis cases are still being recorded every year. This calls for implementation of more ... -
The use of automated integrated management of childhood illness guidelines in primary health care in the Western Cape in South Africa
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-12)Introduction Under-5 year mortality in South Africa is increasing and effectiveness of primary care is a key factor. Adherence to IMCI guidelines by primary care nurses is critical. The IMCI guidelines provide a standardized ... -
Use of oxytocin during caesarean section at Princess Marina Hospital, Botswana: an audit of clinical practice
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT : Introduction Oxytocin is widely used as a uterotonic agent for preventing post partum haemorrhage. In the setting of caesarean section (CS) the dose and mode of administration of oxytocin differs ... -
The value of the WIRHE Scholarship Programme in training health professionals for rural areas : views of participants
(AOSIS publishing, 2017-10)Introduction: Rural hospitals in South Africa, as elsewhere, face enduring shortages of, and challenges in attracting and retaining, suitably qualified staff. The Wits Initiative for Rural Health Education (WIRHE), based ... -
Views of patients on a group diabetic education programme using motivational interviewing in underserved communities in South Africa : qualitative study
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Background Diabetes is a significant contributor to the burden of disease in South Africa and to the reasons for encounter in primary care. There is little structured and systematic education of patients ... -
What was the trend of the adolescent pregnancy delivery rate at Paarl Hospital over the past 10 years (1999-2008)?
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2011-12)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Background: Despite government strategies to reduce the number of unintended or unplanned pregnancies, the number of adolescent pregnancies in South Africa continues to rise. The aim of this study was to ...
