Background. South Africa (SA) is experiencing an epidemiological transition as a result of sociodemographic and lifestyle changes. This process is leading to an increase in non-communicable diseases, which in turn may ...

In this paper, Burr-type XII X¯ synthetic schemes are proposed as an alternative to the classical X¯ synthetic schemes when the assumption of normality fails to hold. First, the basic design of the Burr-type XII X¯ synthetic ...

Abstract Background HIV has the most serious effects in Sub-Saharan African countries as compared to countries in other parts of the world. As part of these countries, Ethiopia ...

Abstract South Africa is a cornucopia of the platinum group metals particularly platinum and palladium. These metals have many unique physical and chemical characteristics which render them indispensable to ...

Abstract Background CD4 cells are a type of white blood cells that plays a significant role in protecting humans from infectious diseases. Lack of information on associated ...

Empowerment aims at assisting the disadvantaged members of society to take control of their livelihoods. However, questions still arise as to whether women have full control of their lives given the socio-cultural dynamics ...