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View article: Prevalence of Frailty and Associated Sociodemographic, Biomedical, and Biochemical Factors Amongst Participants Residing in Limpopo Province, South Africa
Prevalence of Frailty and Associated Sociodemographic, Biomedical, and Biochemical Factors Amongst Participants Residing in Limpopo Province, South Africa Open
Background: Frailty is a common syndrome amongst older individuals characterized by a progressive long-term loss of physical and or cognitive resilience. Given the high prevalence and chronic conditions and the lack of literature on frailt…
View article: A comparison of feeding practices of caregivers of infants aged 0–6 months residing in urban and rural areas of Limpopo province, South Africa
A comparison of feeding practices of caregivers of infants aged 0–6 months residing in urban and rural areas of Limpopo province, South Africa Open
S U M M A R Y: Background: Exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) rates in South Africa have remained low for nearly two decades, with 7% in 2003 and 12% in 2008. While the 2016 South Africa Demographic and Health Survey (SADHS) reported an increas…
View article: Leveraging data science to understand and address multimorbidity in sub-Saharan Africa: the MADIVA protocol
Leveraging data science to understand and address multimorbidity in sub-Saharan Africa: the MADIVA protocol Open
Introduction Multimorbidity (MM), defined as two or more chronic diseases in an individual, is linked to adverse outcomes. MM is increasing in sub-Saharan Africa due to rapidly advancing epidemiological and social transitions. The Multimor…
View article: The prevalence and behavioral risk factors contributing to non-communicable diseases in Bushbuckridge, Mpumalanga province, South Africa
The prevalence and behavioral risk factors contributing to non-communicable diseases in Bushbuckridge, Mpumalanga province, South Africa Open
Background Intervention strategies such as health campaigns, pre-screening, health education, and health talks exist. Still, they are only active if there are outbreaks of the specific infectious disease not mainly NCDs. Therefore, there i…
View article: Factors that contribute to women’s reluctance to undergo cervical cancer screening in clinics of Limpopo Province, South Africa
Factors that contribute to women’s reluctance to undergo cervical cancer screening in clinics of Limpopo Province, South Africa Open
While women generally have an awareness of who is at risk for cervical cancer and its signs and symptoms, various experiences and obstacles deter them from undergoing screening. Health information and education that emphasises the signific…
View article: Exploring Healthcare Workers’ Knowledge and Perspectives on Behavioral Risk Factors Contributing to Non-Communicable Diseases: A Qualitative Study in Bushbuckridge, Ehlanzeni District, Mpumalanga Province, South Africa
Exploring Healthcare Workers’ Knowledge and Perspectives on Behavioral Risk Factors Contributing to Non-Communicable Diseases: A Qualitative Study in Bushbuckridge, Ehlanzeni District, Mpumalanga Province, South Africa Open
Healthcare workers have been the backbone of information regarding behavioral risk factors and non-communicable diseases that have caused morbidity and mortality globally over the past decades. The study explores the knowledge of healthcar…
View article: Association Between Renal Dysfunction and Lipid Ratios in Rural Black South Africans
Association Between Renal Dysfunction and Lipid Ratios in Rural Black South Africans Open
In the past, it has been reported that the black South African population may have a cardio-protective lipid profile; however, this may no longer be the case with urbanization, industrialization, and the nutritional transition that occurre…
View article: A Longitudinal Cohort Assessing the Carotid Intima-Media Thickness Progression and Cardiovascular Risk Factors in a Rural Black South African Community
A Longitudinal Cohort Assessing the Carotid Intima-Media Thickness Progression and Cardiovascular Risk Factors in a Rural Black South African Community Open
Background: Diabetes mellitus [DM) is a fast-increasing non-communicable disease in South Africa, with a prevalence of 11.3%. The present study aimed to longitudinally investigate the association of carotid intima-media thickness [CIMT) pr…
View article: Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of Infection Prevention and Control Nurses in Public Hospitals in the Limpopo Province: A Qualitative Study
Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of Infection Prevention and Control Nurses in Public Hospitals in the Limpopo Province: A Qualitative Study Open
A crucial aspect of delivering healthcare is infection prevention and control (IPC), especially in public hospitals where the high volume of patients and limited resources can heighten the risk of healthcare-associated infections. This qua…
View article: Sociodemographic Disparities in the Prevalence of Metabolic Syndrome in Rural South Africa: An Analysis of Gender, Age, and Marital, Employment, and Educational Status
Sociodemographic Disparities in the Prevalence of Metabolic Syndrome in Rural South Africa: An Analysis of Gender, Age, and Marital, Employment, and Educational Status Open
Sociodemographic factors affect how metabolic syndrome (MetS) manifests and progresses. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence between MetS and sociodemographic factors among adult participants in the Dikgale HDSS. This was a compr…
View article: Systematic review and meta-analysis assessing the status of carotid intima–media thickness and lipid profiles in type 2 diabetes mellitus
Systematic review and meta-analysis assessing the status of carotid intima–media thickness and lipid profiles in type 2 diabetes mellitus Open
Objectives Carotid intima–media thickness (CIMT) is a measurement for subclinical atherosclerosis and has been associated with overall cardiovascular diseases, especially in type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). We aimed to assess the status of…
View article: Recognition of language barriers in comprehending non-communicable disease management among rural elderly people in the DIMAMO surveillance area: a case of AWI-Gen participants
Recognition of language barriers in comprehending non-communicable disease management among rural elderly people in the DIMAMO surveillance area: a case of AWI-Gen participants Open
The study revealed significant misconceptions about diabetes and hypertension, as well as traditional practices like bloodletting, which were perceived to relieve hypertension symptoms. It also identified critical communication barriers, i…
View article: Comorbidities of Obesity in a Rural African Population Residing in Limpopo Province, South Africa: A Comparison between General and Central Obesity
Comorbidities of Obesity in a Rural African Population Residing in Limpopo Province, South Africa: A Comparison between General and Central Obesity Open
Obesity is a growing epidemic that threatens to deplete healthcare resources by increasing the prevalence of diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, cancer, and chronic kidney disease. The prevalence of general and central obesity am…
View article: Associated factors of diabetic retinopathy in type 1 and 2 diabetes in Limpopo province in South Africa
Associated factors of diabetic retinopathy in type 1 and 2 diabetes in Limpopo province in South Africa Open
Background Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is the major cause of vision impairment or blindness in individuals who have diabetes. It has accounted for 2.6% of all cases of blindness, and 1.9% of all cases of vision impairments globally. There is…
View article: Determinants of central obesity in children and adolescents and associated complications in South Africa: a systematic review
Determinants of central obesity in children and adolescents and associated complications in South Africa: a systematic review Open
Background Central obesity in children is a global health concern associated with cardiovascular risk factors. In 2019 the World Obesity Federation predicted that in 2025, 206 million children and adolescents aged 5 to 19 will be obese, an…
View article: The Use of Non-Prescribed Medicines in Infants from Birth to Six Months in Rural Areas of Polokwane Municipality—Limpopo Province, South Africa
The Use of Non-Prescribed Medicines in Infants from Birth to Six Months in Rural Areas of Polokwane Municipality—Limpopo Province, South Africa Open
The WHO and UNICEF recommend that only breastmilk, vitamin drops, oral rehydration solution, and prescribed medicine can go through the infant’s mouth. Non-prescribed medications (NPM) include over-the-counter medications and traditional m…
View article: Barriers and enablers to exclusive breastfeeding by mothers in Polokwane, South Africa
Barriers and enablers to exclusive breastfeeding by mothers in Polokwane, South Africa Open
Background Exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) for six months, with the introduction of appropriate complementary feeding thereafter, and breastfeeding continuing for up to 2 years and beyond, is highly recommended. This could save the lives of …
View article: Association of carotid intima–media thickness and dyslipidaemia in patients with type 2 diabetes: a protocol for systematic review and meta-analysis
Association of carotid intima–media thickness and dyslipidaemia in patients with type 2 diabetes: a protocol for systematic review and meta-analysis Open
Introduction Patients with diabetes mellitus (DM) often present with comorbidities such as hypertension, dyslipidaemia, insulin resistance, obesity and hyperglycaemia, which increases their risk of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs)-related mo…
View article: Prevalence and factors associated with anaemia among pregnant women attending antenatal care in a district hospital and its feeder community healthcare centre of the Limpopo Province, South Africa
Prevalence and factors associated with anaemia among pregnant women attending antenatal care in a district hospital and its feeder community healthcare centre of the Limpopo Province, South Africa Open
Background: Pregnancy anaemia is a significant public health concern in South Africa (SA), particularly in rural areas, but little is known about its prevalence and risk factors in rural areas. The objective of the study was to determine t…
View article: Lived experiences of students with virological failure on antiretrovirals at a university in Limpopo
Lived experiences of students with virological failure on antiretrovirals at a university in Limpopo Open
Study findings suggest practical recommendations to improve compliance among students on ARVs: provision of HIV education to all students to help reduce stigma and make it easier to disclose HIV status; use of user-friendly noise-free pack…
View article: Prevalence and associated factors of probable depression amongst pregnant and parenting young females: a comparison of adolescents and young adults in rural South Africa
Prevalence and associated factors of probable depression amongst pregnant and parenting young females: a comparison of adolescents and young adults in rural South Africa Open
Background Pregnant teenagers have been reported to have an increased likelihood of experiencing depression than their non-pregnant peers. There is little research on the risk factors for depression in rural Black adolescents and young adu…
View article: Risky sexual behaviors and associated factors among adult patients on antiretroviral treatment at Mankweng Hospital in Limpopo Province, South Africa
Risky sexual behaviors and associated factors among adult patients on antiretroviral treatment at Mankweng Hospital in Limpopo Province, South Africa Open
Background Worldwide, it is estimated that 38 million people are HIV-positive and that over 36 million people have died from the virus. In South Africa, the prevalence of HIV was reported to be 20.6% with Limpopo Province having 17% HIV. G…
View article: Evaluation of drug-resistant tuberculosis treatment outcome in Limpopo province, South Africa
Evaluation of drug-resistant tuberculosis treatment outcome in Limpopo province, South Africa Open
The treatment success rate was 57.9%, which is still below targets set by National Strategic Plan in South Africa and World Health Organization End TB targets.Contribution: The findings of the study reveal that to achieve successful DR-TB …
View article: Diabetes care cascade and associated factors in 10 700 middle-aged adults in four sub-Saharan African countries: a cross-sectional study
Diabetes care cascade and associated factors in 10 700 middle-aged adults in four sub-Saharan African countries: a cross-sectional study Open
Objectives We investigated progression through the care cascade and associated factors for people with diabetes in sub-Saharan Africa to identify attrition stages that may be most appropriate for targeted intervention. Design Cross-section…
View article: The effect of COVID-19 on students’ mental health during quarantine and isolation
The effect of COVID-19 on students’ mental health during quarantine and isolation Open
The COVID-19 outbreak has resulted in a global public health and mental health disaster and a massive negative psychosocial experience for students. The counteractive measures are mainly on epidemiology, prevention, and management of the C…