• Assessment of the knowledge, attitudes and practices of young adults on alcohol consumption and its effects on their health- Windhoek, Namibia 

  Nghitongo, Aina Ndapandula (University of Namibia, 2021)

  Excessive alcohol consumption has been on the rise globally and Namibia is no exception, thus making the rise thereof and its adverse effects a public health concern. Various studies indicated that excessive alcohol ...
• Assessing risk factors associated with primary hypertension among military personnel at Peter Mweshihange Military Heakth Centre in Windhoek 

  Muleya, Lilian Njahi (University of Namibia, 2021)

  Hypertension is a preventable major risk cardiovascular non-communicable disease with a prevalence of 57% among adults aged 35 to 64 years in Khomas region, which is the highest in all regions in Namibia. The Health ...
• A novel surveilance framework for tracking and predicting health outcomes of cardiovascular diseases risk factors among people living with HIV initiated on art in Khomas region, Namibia 

  Mahalie, Roswitha (University of Namibia, 2021)

  Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), the leading cause of death in Africa (57%), has recently been recognised as an essential cause of morbidity and mortality among People Living with HIV (PLHIV). Multiple opportunities exist ...
• Relationship between climatic factors and respiratory diseases in information settlement in WIndhoek 

  Amunime, Julia (University of Namibia, 2019)

  This study focuses on the correlation between climatic factors and health in informal settlements in Windhoek, Namibia, to investigate if climatic factors have a role to play in respiratory disease occurrences. The objectives ...
• Factors associated with maternal deaths at Intermediate Hospital Oshakati (IHO): Oshana region, Namibia 

  Kornelius, Lidwina (University of Namibia, 2018)

  Maternal death is a major health problem in Namibia, and in particular, at Intermediate Hospital Oshakati (IHO), Oshana region. Despite the introduction of several interventions by the Ministry of Health and Social Services ...
• Factors associated with adherence to Anti-Retroviral Treatment (ART) among adolescent clients at Katutura Intermediate Hospital, Khomas region 

  Shivute, Emmi N. (University of Namibia, 2019)

  The study was conducted at Katutura Intermediate Hospital in Windhoek, Khomas region, in Namibia. It focused on adolescent clients receiving ART who attended their monthly teen club meetings during the time of the data ...
• A self-management programme to empower adults suffering from Gout and their caregivers in the Omaheke region, Namibia 

  Tibinyane, Maria Boraunyane (University of Namibia, 2019)

  The prevalence of gout has increased over the last few decades. Of the 291 conditions studied in the Global Burden of Disease (GBD) (2010), gout ranked 138th for disability and 173rd for the overall burden of disability-adjusted ...
• Investigation of risk factors of musculoskeletal disorders among building construction workers, Windhoek Namibia 

  Kanahole, Honratus Jalombweleni (University of Namibia, 2019)

  Musculoskeletal disorders are the most cause of injuries and disabilities among construction industries around the globe. The purpose of this study was to investigating risk factors of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) among ...
• Assessment of risk factors associated with Cervical cancer amongst women attending the oncology centre and health facilities in Windhoek, Khomas region 

  Eiman, Elmarie (University of Namibia, 2020)

  Cervical Cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer related deaths in women worldwide. These deaths are unnecessary, as there is evidence that Cervical Cancer is preventable and treatable if detected early and managed ...
• Knowledge, attitudes and practices on food safety among food handlers in Opuwo district, Kunene region, Namibia 

  Hakwenye, Helena Lamanguluka (University of Namibia, 2019)

  Food safety is a key component of food security as food can only be considered to exist, if it is safe for human consumption. Food handlers play a massive role in food safety, it is for this purpose we conducted a study ...
• A household survey to assess knowledge, attitudes and practices regarding Rabies among dog owners in Omusati region 

  Kanutus, Benediktus Shiikufeni (University of Namibia, 2020)

  Rabies is a viral zoonotic disease of warm-blooded animals caused by Lyssavirus of the Rhabdoviridae family that attacks the Central Nervous System, provoking fatal acute encephalitis. Domesticated dogs are the main vector, ...
• A model to facilitate socio-cultural congruent Malaria care: The training of health extension workers in Ohagwena region, Namibia 

  Uushona, Selma Ingandipewa (University of Namibia, 2019)

  The purpose of this study is to explore and describe the socio-cultural factors that influence Malaria prevention and control, conceptualise the study findings by developing the socio- culturally congruent training model, ...
• Assessing the knowledge, attitutes and practices of street food vendors with regard to food hygiene and safety in Tobias Hainyeko constituency Windhoek, Khomas region, Namibia 

  Shaanika, Eliaser (University of Namibia, 2020)

  Globally, the projected number of foods found to be contaminated from street vendors particularly in developing countries is on the increase. It is however unclear; the contribution unhygienic practices make to food ...
• Assessment of knowledge, attitudes, practices and responsiveness to medical male circumcision among males in Zambezi region, Namibia 

  Nairenge, Rosalia (University of Namibia, 2020)

  Male circumcision is one of the popular intervention methods that is fully supported by modern health practitioners to curb the spread of HIV/AIDS with estimate of 60%. About 58 % of men are estimated to have been circumcised ...
• The perception of teenagers regarding teenage pregnancy in the Rehoboth district 

  Nsengimana, Ferdinand (University of Namibia, 2011)

  Teenage pregnancy is a worldwide problem. Some of the consequences associated with teenage pregnancy are restriction in educational opportunities, reduced quality of life, exposure to sexually transmitted infections, social ...
• Modeling stock levels of Malaria rapid diagnostic test kits and nievirapine syrup in Oshana region, Namibia 

  Magesa, Emmanuel Salvatory (University of Namibia, 2019)

  Malaria and HIV/AIDS are two most widely spread diseases in Sub-Saharan Africa. The co-infection is very common in the region, especially in unstable malaria transmission areas with the prevalence of 29.9 - 40%. In Namibia ...
• Factors that influence communication between registered nurses and patients at Intermediate Hospital Katutura, Khomas region, Namibia 

  Kambonde, Claudia (University of Namibia, 2019)

  Communication is the ideas and information exchanged and actions or reactions that arise from that exchange and contact. What really defines the communication is the relationship between the communicator and the recipient. ...
• Genexpert MTB/RIF diagnostic and Tuberculosis treatment initiation delays in Namibia 

  Chikuse, Fancis F.; Dzikiti, Loveness N.; Chideme-Munodawafa, Auxilia; Maruta, Talkmore; Mavondo, Greanoius A.; Mukesi, Munyaradzi; Maisiri, Mathew; Gundidza, Patricia T.; Amukugo, Hans J.; Akai, Larai A.; Soko, Munyaradzi M. (2019)

  https://www.wjahr.com/home/article_abstract/234

  Background: Early diagnosis and treatment of drug resistant tuberculosis are crucial in the control of the disease and treatment success. In Namibia, there is a gap in empirical data on the diagnosis and treatment initiation ...
• Knowledge, attitudes and practices of primary schools learners on sanitation and hygiene practices 

  Shilunga, Anna Panduleni; Amukugo, Hans J.; Mitonga, Kabwebwe H. (2018)

  Background: Water, sanitation and hygiene played a significant role in schools by reducing water and sanitation related diseases; subsequently improving the health and learning performance of school-aged children. However, ...
• The experiences of mothers and caregivers on feeding practices of children under the age of five years with undernutrition in Oshikoto region, Namibia 

  Mulenga, Ester; Amukugo, Hans J.; Shilunga, Anna Panduleni (2018)

  Background: Undernutrition in children under the age of five years is prevalent in the developing countries which increase the risk of morbidity and mortality among such age group. Lack of information related to nutrition ...
• Record-keeping: A qualitative exploration of challenges experienced by undergraduate nursing students in selected clinical settings 

  Muyakui, Emmely; Nuuyoma, Vistolina; Amukugo, Hans J. (2019)

  Good nursing practice requires detailed record-keeping, which should be timely, comprehensive and accurate. Undergraduate nursing students experience challenges with record-keeping. As a result, a phenomenal qualitative ...
• The assessment of the knowledge of surgical patients and their understanding of informed consent for elective surgical interventions in operating-rooms at public training hospitals, Windhoek, Khomas region, Namibia 

  Ngaujake-Kavari, Colleen (University of Namibia, 2019)

  A majority of patients do not fully understand their health, diagnosis, proposed treatment/procedure and possible risks because of limited knowledge on the importance of informed consent according to previous studies. It ...
• Health care providers and women accessing ante-natal and family planning services' knowledge, attitudes and practices towards breast cancer screening in Zambezi region, Namibia 

  Likando, Annety Kabuba (University of Namibia, 2019)

  Breast cancer cases are on the increase globally. Studies have shown that breast cancer awareness is generally low in African women, thus most cases are detected late, indicating a low level of screening uptake. In 2011 ...
• Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices (KAP) on cervical cancer screening health care workers in Oshikoto region, Namibia 

  Shayo, Flavia Strato (University of Namibia, 2018)

  The aim of this study was to determine the knowledge, attitudes and practices on cervical cancer screening among healthcare workers in Oshikoto Region, Namibia. Descriptive quantitative cross-sectional study was conducted, ...
• Experiences of midwives on active management of third stage of labour in district hospitals, Omusati region 

  Shikongo, W.T.M. (University of Namibia, 2019)

  Active Management of Third Stage of Labour can prevent post-partum haemorrhage. According to Prevention of Postpartum Hemorrhage Initiative (POPPHI, 2009), active management of the third stage of labor (AMTSL) can reduce ...
• Perceptions of men experiencing gender-based violence in Oshana region, Namibia 

  Mukulu, Eunike (University of Namibia, 2019)

  Gender-Based Violence (GBV) is a major public health and human rights problem involving all ages and sexes throughout the world. However, the manifestations of GBV among men often go undetected and a large number of men ...
• Assessing the effectiveness of Tuberculosis infection control in public healthcarefacilities in the Khomas region 

  Mulokoshi, Theopolina (University of Namibia, 2019)

  Emerging multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR/XDR-TB) has become a major public health concern, placing millions at risk. Moreover, nosocomial transmission of MDR/XDR-TB places both patients and healthcare workers at an ...
• Knowledge, attitudes and practices of Kangaroo mother care among health care professionals in Keetmanshoop district //Kharas region of Namibia 

  Mhlope, Helena Ndahambelela (University of Namibia, 2019)

  This study is aimed at assessing knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAPs) of Kangaroo Mother Care among Health Care Professionals (HCPs) in the care of low birth weight babies in the Keetmanshoop district. The study was ...
• Needs of family members of patients admitted in two intensive care units in Windhoek 

  Hamukwaya, Edith (University of Namibia, 2019)

  The admission of a relative to an intensive care unit (ICU) is a stressful experience for family members because most admissions are urgent and unexpected. Hence, it is imperative for health care professionals to be ...
• Investigation of the prevalence, risk factors and impact of musculoskeletal disorders among nurses at Katutura Intermediate Hospital, Khomas region, Namibia 

  Akweetelela, Ananias (University of Namibia, 2019)

  Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are disorders affecting the musculoskeletal system of the human body and are common in nurses. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence, risk factors and impact of musculoskeletal ...

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