Browsing Department of Health Studies by Type "Journal Article"

Adherence of healthcare providers to malaria case management guidelines of the formal private sector in north-western Ethiopia: an implication for malaria control and elimination

Argaw, Mesele D.; Mavundla, Thandisizwe R.; Gidebo, Kassa D.; Desta, Binyam F.; Damte, Heran D.; Mebratu, Wondwosen; Edossa, Wasihun; Dillu, Dereje; Mitiku, Aychiluhim D.; Desale, Alebel Y. (2022-11-21)

Abstract Background Malaria is an infectious disease which has been globally targeted for elimination in at least 35 of 90 endemic countries by 2030. Most successful malaria ...

Analysing and quantifying the effect of predictors of stroke direct costs in South Africa using quantile regression

Matizirofa, Lyness; Chikobvu, Delson (2021-08-17)

Abstract Background In South Africa (SA), stroke is the second highest cause of mortality and disability. Apart from being the main killer and cause of disability, stroke ...

Assessing the implementation of performance management of health care workers in Uganda

Lutwama, George William; Roos, Janetta H.; Dolamo, Bethabile Lovely (2013-09-17)

Abstract Background The performance management concept is relatively new to the Ugandan health sector. Uganda has been implementing health sector reforms for nearly two ...

Beyond patient care: the impact of healthcare reform on job satisfaction in the Ethiopian public healthcare sector

Manyazewal, Tsegahun; Matlakala, Mokgadi C (2017-02-03)

Abstract Background While healthcare reform has been a central attention for local governments, its impact on job satisfaction is poorly understood. This study aimed to determine ...

Challenges faced by midwives in the implementation of facility-based maternal death reviews in Malawi

Chirwa, Mercy D.; Nyasulu, Juliet; Modiba, Lebitsi; Limando, Makombo G. (2023-04-24)

Abstract Background Maternal death reviews provide an in-depth understanding of the causes of maternal deaths. Midwives are well positioned to contribute to these reviews. ...

Collective patient behaviours derailing ART roll-out in KwaZulu-Natal: perspectives of health care providers

Michel, Janet; Matlakala, Christina; English, Rene; Lessells, Richard; Newell, Marie-Louise (2013-07-19)

Abstract Background Antiretroviral therapy (ART) roll-out is fraught with challenges, many with serious repercussions. We explored and described patient behaviour-related ...

Communication skills intervention: promoting effective communication between nurses and mechanically ventilated patients

Dithole, K. S; Thupayagale-Tshweneagae, Gloria; Akpor, Oluwaseyi A; Moleki, Mary M (2017-12-15)

Abstract Background Patients in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) often experience communication difficulties - usually associated with mechanical ventilation - resulting in ...

Community and healthcare providers’ perceptions of quality of private sector outpatient malaria care in North-western Ethiopia: a qualitative study

Argaw, Mesele D; Mavundla, Thandisizwe R; Gidebo, Kassa D (2021-03-17)

Abstract Background Malaria is one of the most important public health problems in Ethiopia contributing to significant patient morbidity and mortality. Prompt diagnosis ...

Community, intervention and provider support influences on implementation: reflections from a South African illustration of safety, peace and health promotion

van Niekerk, Ashley; Seedat, Mohamed; Kramer, Sherianne; Suffla, Shahnaaz; Bulbulia, Abdulsamed; Ismail, Ghouwa (2014-06-20)

Abstract Background The development, implementation and evaluation of community interventions are important for reducing child violence and injuries in low- to middle-income ...

Cutaneous leishmaniasis a neglected tropical disease: community knowledge, attitude and practices in an endemic area, Northwest Ethiopia

Tamiru, Helina F; Mashalla, Yohana J; Mohammed, Rezika; Tshweneagae, Gloria T (2019-10-16)

Abstract Background Cutaneous leishmaniasis is one of the neglected tropical diseases in the Ethiopian highlands and studies on assessment of knowledge, attitude and practice ...

Decision support-tools for early detection of infection in older people (aged> 65 years): a scoping review

Masot, Olga; Cox, Anna; Mold, Freda; Sund-Levander, Märtha; Tingström, Pia; Boersema, Geertien C.; Botigué, Teresa; Daltrey, Julie; Hughes, Karen; Mayhorn, Christopher B.; Montgomery, Amy; Mullan, Judy; Carey, Nicola (2022-07-01)

Abstract Background Infection is more frequent, and serious in people aged > 65 as they experience non-specific signs and symptoms delaying diagnosis and prompt treatment. ...

Ecological study of road traffic injuries in the eastern Mediterranean region: country economic level, road user category and gender perspectives

Sengoelge, Mathilde; Laflamme, Lucie; El-Khatib, Ziad (2018-02-13)

Abstract Background The Eastern Mediterranean region has the second highest number of road traffic injury mortality rates after the African region based on 2013 data, with ...

Effects of surgical repair of obstetric fistula on severity of depression and anxiety in Ethiopia

Belayihun, Bekele; Mavhandu-Mudzusi, Azwihangwisi Helen (2019-02-07)

Abstract Background The surgical repair of fistula can address the physical symptoms, but may not end the psychological challenges that women with fistula face. There are ...

Enablers of psychosocial recovery in pediatric burns: perspectives from the children, parents and burn recovery support staff

Van Niekerk, Ashley; Jacobs, Roxanne; Hornsby, Nancy; Singh-Adriaanse, Robyn; Sengoelge, Mathilde; Laflamme, Lucie (2020-06-09)

Abstract Background Pediatric burn injuries are a major cause of death and injury, occurring mainly in resource poor environments. Recovery from burns is widely reported ...

Factors affecting first month adherence due to antiretroviral therapy among HIV-positive adults at Felege Hiwot Teaching and Specialized Hospital, north-western Ethiopia; a prospective study

Tegegne, Awoke S; Ndlovu, Principal; Zewotir, Temesgen (2018-02-20)

Abstract Background Non-adherence to Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy (HAART) is one of the factors for treatment failure in human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infected ...

Factors influencing the preparedness for the implementation of the national health insurance scheme at a selected hospital in Gauteng Province, South Africa

Mukwena, Ntsibeng V.; Manyisa, Zodwa M. (2022-08-06)

Abstract Research studies as well as anecdotal evidence suggest that there are challenges regarding the NHI plan implementation. These include problems such as an increase in illnesses and a shortage of ...

Findings from a novel and scalable community-based HIV testing approach to reduce the time required to complete point-of-care HIV testing in South Africa

Mabuto, Tonderai; Setswe, Geoffrey; Mshweshwe-Pakela, Nolundi; Clark, Dave; Day, Sarah; Molobetsi, Lerato; Pienaar, Jacqueline (2021-10-29)

Abstract Background Mobile HIV testing approaches are a key to reaching the global targets of halting the HIV epidemic by 2030. Importantly, the number of clients reached ...

Nigusso, Fikadu T.; Mavhandu-Mudzusi, Azwihangwisi Helen (2021-02-25)

Abstract Background Health-related quality of life (HRQoL) serves as a direct measure of individuals’ health, life expectancy and the impact that the utilization of health ...

Hospital-based evaluation of palliative care among patients with advanced cervical cancer: a cross-sectional study

Kebebew, Tolcha; Mosalo, Annah; Mavhandu-Mudzusi, Azwihangwisi H. (2022-08-03)

Abstract Background Palliative care is among the standards of care in cancer treatment that should be provided to those in need within the existing healthcare system. In ...

Integration of family planning services with HIV treatment for women of reproductive age attending ART clinic in Oromia regional state, Ethiopia

Demissie, Dereje B.; Mmusi-Phetoe, Rose (2021-05-22)

Abstract Background In settings where HIV prevalence is high, management of sexual and reproductive health is critical to reducing HIV transmission and maternal mortality. ...

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