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The adaptations of midwives after maternal deaths at a tertiary hospital complex in Limpopo Province

Ngoatle, Charity (University of Limpopo, 2015)

The aim of this study was to determine the adaptations of midwives to their work after maternal deaths at a tertiary hospital complex in Limpopo Province. Qualitative phenomenological, exploratory, descriptive and ...
Adherence of mentally stable schizophrenic patients to antipsychotic medication at a mental health institution in the Limpopo Province

Molaba, Ramatsobane Granny (University of Limpopo (Turfloop Campus), 2013)

Adherence to antipsychotic medication is very important to patients with schizophrenia. Therefore, if patients with schizophrenia are non-adherent to treatment, they are at risk of relapse and being re-admitted at a mental ...
Adherence to antiretroviral therapy among HIV and AIDS patients at the Kwa-Thema Clinic in the Gauteng Province

Eyassu, Melaku Alazar (2015)

Background: The introduction of Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) has shown a tremendous reduction in HIV-related mortality and morbidity in people living with HIV / AIDS. Adherence to ART is the key to a successful treatment ...
Adherence to isoniazide prevention therapy in HIV positive patients at Rethabile Community Health Centre Polokwane, Limpopo Province, South Africa

Khan, Mohammad Ishtiaq Hassan (2017)

Objectives: To assess adherence to Isoniazide Prevention Therapy (IPT) among HIV positive patients in Rethabile Community Health Centre in the Capricorn District of the Limpopo Province. Methods: A cross-sectional study ...
Adherence to the medicine code list in primary health care military clinics in Gauteng

Engelbrecht, Susanna G (University of Limpopo (Medunsa Campus), 2010)

According to the World Health Organisation, there should be an essential medicines list in every functioning health care system in the world. The Department of Health of South Africa published its first Essential Drugs ...
Adverse effects on second-line highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) among HIV infected adults and children treated at Mildway Uganda

Namukanja, Phoebe Monalisa-Mayambala (University of Limpopo (Medunsa Campus), 2011)

Background Available and affordable second-line antiretroviral treatment regimens are a key component of universal access to treatment and its continuation. However, providing second-line ART is affected by a number of ...
Aetiology and outcome of pleural empyema in children admitted to Pietersburg Hospital Limpopo, South Africa

Tshamiswe, Mbilaelo (2022)

Introduction: Pleural empyema in children is associated with high morbidity and high mortality. Staphylococcus aureus has been shown to be the most common causative organism in developing countries. Study design: ...
Analysis of causes of death at home and in a public hospital Capricorn District of Limpopo Province

Ntuli, Sam Thembelihle (2015)

The objectives of the study were to examine the demographic profile and causes of death of people dying in a hospital and community; and to determine mortality rates, specifically age- and gender-specific mortality rates ...
An analysis of offenders referred for forensic observation in Limpopo from January 2005 to December 2006

Ndala, Monicah (University of Limpopo (Medunsa Campus), 2009)

INTRODUCTION There seems to be an increase in the crime rate in South Africa with substantial regional variations as the crime rate and trends differ between provinces and cities with Limpopo being hailed the safest ...
The anthropometric status and dietary intake of adults engaging in bodybuilding programme around Polowane Municipality in Limpopo Province

Masoga, Sylven (2017)

Introduction: Bodybuilders around Polokwane municipality are adhering to different dietary practices some of which are not evidence based. These practices may predispose these athletes to negative health outcomes sooner ...
Antifungal and antimycotoxigenic activities of four weedy plant extracts against selected mycotoxigenic fungi

Thembo, Kaizer Mokemane (2012)
Antiretroviral therapy availability and equity of viral load testing for treatment follow-up at Eisleben Clinic, Limpopo Province

Mokgehle, Belinda Mokgadi (2023)

Background: Many studies have investigated patient-level causes of poor treatment outcomes, data on the effect of health systems on ART outcomes are scarce. Globally, ascending access to Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) ...
Antiretroviral treatment programme outcomes scenarios in South Africa in the next two decades

Maseko, Batlile Paulos. (University of Limpopo (Medunsa Campus), 2014)

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Ascertainment and outcomes of atrioventricular septal defects in Pietersburg Hospital, Limpopo Province, South Africa

Shibambu, Giyani Patrick (2019)

Background: Congenital heart disease (CHD) is a significant contributor to Under 5 Mortality rate(U5MR) in Limpopo. Atrioventricular septal defect (AVSD) is the best ascertained lesion in Limpopo and is strongly associated ...
Assessment of employee wellness programme utilisation in the Department of Transport and Community Safety, Limpopo Province

Ramokgola, Motlalepule Peter (2023)

Background: Employee Wellness Programmes (EWPs) is a comprehensive health initiative which is a strategy to maintain and improve the well-being of employees. EWPs are profoundly helpful in ensuring that the wellbeing ...
An assessment of the need for pharmaceutical care in a general surgical ward at Steve Biko Accademic Hospital in Gauteng Province

Pretorious, Georgina. (University of Limpopo, 2014)

Summary Summary Summary The words “researcher” and “pharmacist” are used interchangeably. In the last two decades, the role of the pharmacist has been expanding beyond product orientated functions, such as procurement, ...
An Assessment of the need of pharmaceutical services in the intensive care unit and high care unit of Steve Biko Academic hospital

Bronkhorst, Elmien. (University of Limpopo (Medunsa Campus), 2014)

The role of the pharmacist has evolved over the last two decades beyond the traditional functions of dispensing and stock control. The focus has shifted toward patient-oriented functions, in which the pharmacist assumes ...
Association of microalbumiria, serum lipids and inflammatory markers in a rural black population in the Limpopo Province

Magwai, Thabo (2018)

Microalbuminuria (MA) is considered to be a strong and independent risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD), chronic kidney disease (CKD) and end-stage renal disease (ESRD). Cross sectional studies have indicated that ...
Attitudes and experiences of nurses in the implementation of 24-hours on call strategy in Greater Tzaneen Sub-District Clinics, Mopani District, Limpopo Province

Nyathi, Thembelihle Brigitte (2016)

The purpose of this study was to determine the attitudes and experiences of nurses when implementing the 24-hour on call strategy in clinics. A quantitative descriptive research was conducted. A stratified random sampling ...
Attitudes of men towards birth control measures practiced by women in Mamitwa Area Tzaneen Limpopo Province

Radzuma, Ndifelani Daphney (2021)

Background: This study sought to understand men's attitudes towards birth control measures practised by their partners in the Mamitwa area located in the Greater Tzaneen Municipality, which falls under the Mopani District ...

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