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View article: Psychological experiences of young women Raised by social fathers in a rural South African community
Psychological experiences of young women Raised by social fathers in a rural South African community Open
View article: Effects of psychological first aid training on teachers: a scoping review with a global perspective
Effects of psychological first aid training on teachers: a scoping review with a global perspective Open
The school environment presents significant challenges for teachers as first responders to children who experience psychological turmoil during traumatic events. As these challenges emanate, the need for effective Psychological First Aid (…
View article: Perceived enablers and barriers to the implementation of CVDs behavioural interventions by community health workers: Rural Communities in South Africa Ga-Molepo and Seshego areas of Polokwane Municipality of Limpopo Province.
Perceived enablers and barriers to the implementation of CVDs behavioural interventions by community health workers: Rural Communities in South Africa Ga-Molepo and Seshego areas of Polokwane Municipality of Limpopo Province. Open
Background: Community health workers (CHWs) are at the forefront of promoting health in their communities and are involved in the control of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) including cardiovascular disease(CVD). Their specialist knowledge…
View article: Screening and Interventions for Cardiovascular Disease Prevention in the Limpopo Province, South Africa: Use of the Community Action Model
Screening and Interventions for Cardiovascular Disease Prevention in the Limpopo Province, South Africa: Use of the Community Action Model Open
The rise in non-communicable diseases (NCDs) has been attributed to economic growth in developing countries, shifts in societal norms, and behaviors such as dietary habits and physical activity. Up to 80% of NCDs could be prevented by elim…
View article: Self-management Strategies for Patients with Risk Factors to Reduce the Impact of Cardiovascular Disease in Selected Clinics in Limpopo Province, South Africa
Self-management Strategies for Patients with Risk Factors to Reduce the Impact of Cardiovascular Disease in Selected Clinics in Limpopo Province, South Africa Open
Background: Cardiovascular diseases are now the leading cause of death worldwide, amounting to 17.8% of all deaths recorded. In Sub-Saharan Africa, it contributes to about 13% of deaths, whereas 80% were recorded from developing countries.…
View article: Mental health literacy of school-going adolescents in sub-Saharan Africa: a regional systematic review protocol
Mental health literacy of school-going adolescents in sub-Saharan Africa: a regional systematic review protocol Open
Introduction Assessing mental health literacy has implications for the identification and treatment of mental health problems. Adolescents have been identified as a particularly important target group for initiating and improving mental he…
View article: Use of Traditional Medicines to Fight COVID-19 during the South African Nationwide Lockdown: A Prevalence Study among University Students and Academic Staff
Use of Traditional Medicines to Fight COVID-19 during the South African Nationwide Lockdown: A Prevalence Study among University Students and Academic Staff Open
Introduction: The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has caused major public respiratory illness worldwide. To date, no specific treatment for COVID-19 has proven effective, thus leading people to rely on diverse measures including the use of…
View article: Facilitators and barriers in prevention of cardiovascular disease in Limpopo, South Africa: a qualitative study conducted with primary health care managers
Facilitators and barriers in prevention of cardiovascular disease in Limpopo, South Africa: a qualitative study conducted with primary health care managers Open
View article: Strategies to improve historically disadvantaged university staff’s wellbeing and administration of academic programmes during COVID-19: A descriptive survey study
Strategies to improve historically disadvantaged university staff’s wellbeing and administration of academic programmes during COVID-19: A descriptive survey study Open
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has brought the world to a standstill, impacting negatively on human mortality and morbidity. Currently, most countries are on a national lockdown as a way of curbing the rapid spread of the virus. Altho…
View article: The Voices of Black South African Men on Renal Dialysis at a Tertiary Hospital: A Phenomenological Inquiry
The Voices of Black South African Men on Renal Dialysis at a Tertiary Hospital: A Phenomenological Inquiry Open
The study explored the psychosocial experiences of rural black South African men undergoing renal dialysis in a tertiary hospital. Twenty men aged between 20 and 59 years ( Mean age = 40.65 yrs; SD = 12.52) participated in the study. Parti…
View article: Cancer Survivorship: Religion in Meaning Making and Coping Among a Group of Black Prostate Cancer Patients in South Africa
Cancer Survivorship: Religion in Meaning Making and Coping Among a Group of Black Prostate Cancer Patients in South Africa Open
The purpose of the study was to explore the role of religion in meaning making and coping among a group of black patients receiving some form of prostate cancer treatment at a public hospital in Limpopo Province, South Africa. A sample of …
View article: Community-Based Screening for Cardiovascular Disease in the Capricorn District of Limpopo Province, South Africa
Community-Based Screening for Cardiovascular Disease in the Capricorn District of Limpopo Province, South Africa Open
Background: The number of people who suffer and die from Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) is increasing at an alarming rate in low-and middle-income countries. Objective: The objective of the study was to screen communities using the non-labor…
View article: Measures to Enhance Student Learning and Well-Being during the COVID-19 Pandemic: Perspectives of Students from a Historically Disadvantaged University
Measures to Enhance Student Learning and Well-Being during the COVID-19 Pandemic: Perspectives of Students from a Historically Disadvantaged University Open
Since December 2019, the world population has been battling with the SARS-CoV-2 disease (COVID-2019) pandemic. The pandemic has continued to impact negatively on people’s livelihoods and also on student’s education. This qualitative study …
View article: Nurses’ Experiences in Managing Cardiovascular Disease in Selected Rural and Peri-Urban Clinics in Limpopo Province, South Africa
Nurses’ Experiences in Managing Cardiovascular Disease in Selected Rural and Peri-Urban Clinics in Limpopo Province, South Africa Open
Deaths caused by cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) account for 60% of all deaths that occur in rural and remote areas. Disease management programs are increasingly used to improve the effectiveness of chronic care. Nurses are a key component …
View article: Hypertension Prevalence and Determinants among Black South African Adults in Semi-Urban and Rural Areas
Hypertension Prevalence and Determinants among Black South African Adults in Semi-Urban and Rural Areas Open
The burden of hypertension is reported to be on the rise in developing countries, such as South Africa, despite increased efforts to address it. Using a cross-sectional study design, we assessed and compared the prevalence of and risk fact…