Medical & Health Sciences

An Evaluation Of Medicine Prescribing Practices In Out-Patient Departments In Public Health Facilities In Khomas Region, Namibia

ABSTRACT It is estimated by the World Health Organisation (WHO, 2004) that global

The Link Between Routine Diet, Attention Span And Scholastic Performance Among Grade 2 Scholars In Circuit One In Khomas Region

ABSTRACT In Namibia almost one out of every three children under the age of five

An Exploratory Study Investigating The Experiences Of Adults Living With Epilepsy In The Khomas Region, Namibia

Abstract This qualitative study explores the experiences of 10 adults with epilep

Factors Associated With The Measles Immunisation Coverage In The Opuwo Health District, Kunene Region, Namibia

ABSTRACT Childhood immunisation is a cost-effective public health strategy. Immun

Relating Intensive And Compulsive Facebook Use With Life Satisfaction And Academic Performance Amongst First Year University Of Namibia Students

ABSTRACT As a new field of study, the impact of Facebook use is not well understo

An Assessment of the Adolescent Participation, Adolescent Friendly Health Service Providers, and Adolescent Friendly Environment components of the AFHS Standards by Nurses in Otjozondjupa Reg

ABSTRACT Adolescents are sensitive people who can easily get derailed by a number

Causes Of Malnutrition Among Children 1–5 Years In Informal Settlements, Windhoek, Namibia

ABSTRACT This study was conducted during the month of May 2006 in the informal se

Assessing The Effectiveness Of Tuberculosis Infection Control In Public Healthcare Facilities In The Khomas Region

ABSTRACT Emerging multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR/XDR-TB) has become a majo

Guidance Of Student Nurses By Clinical Nurse Instructors In A Training Hospital Of Oshana Region

ABSTRACT This study was exploratory and descriptive in nature in which the resear

Time perspective and identity

Abstract Time perspective is the subjective perception a person holds about his/h

Evaluation of Loop-mediated isothermal DNA Amplification as a Diagnostic Tool For Malaria in Reactive Case Detection in Namibia

Abstact Malaria, the disease, is a clinical diagnosis that is caused by Plasmodiu

Developing learning diaries for action research on healthcare management in Ghana, Tanzania and Uganda

Abstract Action research (AR) can be an effective form of ‘on the job’ training.

Causes And Early Management Outcomes Of Traumatic Haemothorax, Pneumothorax And Haemopneumothorax Patients Admitted In Dodoma City And Iringa Municipality Hospitals Of Tanzania

ABSTRACT Background: Chest injuries are among the commonest injuries worldwide, o

Effects Of Hydroxyurea Utilization On Incidence Of Disease Related Complications Among Children With Sickle Cell Disease In Dodoma

ABSTRACT Background Early initiation of comprehensive sickle cell disease (SCD) c

Population - Based Impact Of Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine, On The Prevention Of Pneumonia Among Children Aged 2 – 5 Years In Zanzibar: A Case-Control Study

ABSTRACT Background: This study, was intended to assess the population based impa

An Overview Of Completeness Of Maternal Records: Documentation Of Maternal Nursing Care Rendered To Women During The Four Stages Of Labour In Oshakati Intermediate Hospital

ABSTRACT Nursing documentation continues to be criticised by professional, commun

Needs Of Family Members Of Patients Admitted In Two Intensive Care Units In Windhoek

ABSTRACT The admission of a relative to an intensive care unit (ICU) is a stressf

The Effect Of Career Perspective Orientation On The Attitude, Perception And Interest Among Secondary School Students Towards Nursing Profession As Career Of Choice In Northern And Central Zo

ABSTRACT Background: An estimate of 35 million nurses and midwives make up the gr

Factors Influencing The Follow-Up Visits Of Mothers Registered With Prevention Of Mother To Child Transmission (Pmtct) Of Hiv/ Aids Programme At The Katutura State Hospital.

ABSTRACT The Ministry of Health and Social Services (MOHSS) has launched a compre

Factors Affecting Cervical Cancer Screening Among Women Of Child Bearing Age, Attending Intermediate Hospital Oshakati (Iho), Oshana Region, Namibia: A Case-Control Study

ABSTRACT Cervical cancer is the second most prevalent cancer among women after br

Music in Therapy and Loneliness in the Elderly

ABSTRACT In this study the aim was to determine whether elderly people are lonely

Determination Of Plasma Levels Of Fibroblast Growth Factor 23 In Ghanaian Individuals With Hypertension And Chronic Kidney Disease

ABSTRACT Background: Fibroblast growth factor 23 (FGF23) is a newly found hormone

Factors associated with the utilization of gene pert in the diagnosis of drug resistant tuberculosis in the greater Accra region.

ABSTRACT Background There has been a gap in the diagnosis of drug-resistant tuber

Age At Menarche Among School Girls In Madina -Ga East District Of Accra

ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Age at menarche is an important indicator of sexual maturity

Malaria Case Management And Prescription Practices By Health Workers In The Kwahu South District, Eastern Region

ABSTRACT Introduction: Malaria, though a preventable disease, remains a major pub

Assessment Of Suitability Of Sludge And Wastewater Quality In Waste Stabilisation Pond System In Accra-Ghana For Agriculture Purposes

ABSTRACT The objective of this study is to analyse the Physico-chemical and bacte

Exploring The Wellbeing Of Family Caregivers Of Women With Advanced Breast Cancer A Study In The Accra Metropolis

ABSTRACT Breast Cancer is the leading cause of death and most commonly diagnosed

Developing A Guide For Baseline Salmonella Agglutinin Titres According To Age, Gender And Hiv Status In Patients Attending At Hospitals In Northern Namibia

ABSTRACT In Namibia, the Widal test (a blood test that detects level of Salmonell

Development Of A Rating Scale Measuring Interpersonal Control As A Maintenance Factor Of Alcohol Dependency

ABSTRACT Interpersonal control is a significant factor in the maintenance of alco

Bio-Indicator Analysis Of Pollution Due To Electronic Waste Recycling Activities: The Heavy Metal Concentrations In Earthworms, Feathers And Eggs Of Birds Collected Around Agbogbloshie

ABSTRACT Introduction: Informal sector recycling of e-waste could lead to release