• Factors associated with low birth weight among babies born at Oshakati intermediate hospital, Oshana region, Namibia 

  Ndjengwa, Roswitha M. (University of Namibia, 2022)

  Low Birth Weight (LBW) is a preventable public health concern. By 2015, the global prevalence of LBW was estimated at 15% - 20% with Sub Saharan Africa standing at 13%. The 2013 Namibia Demographic Health Survey recorded ...
• Assessment of death notification and registration process: Case study of Rundu district in Kavango east region, Namibia 

  Egumbo, Henok (University of Namibia, 2022)

  Mortality information is most directly valuable in the health sector. They help to identify high mortality areas and high-risk groups in the population. They are necessary to determines health services and the mostly needed ...
• Assessment of compliance to Tobacco products control Act of 2010 after its implementation at public premises of Oshakati town, Namibia 

  Pangwashime, Ndilimeke Muudikange (University of Namibia, 2019)

  Tobacco use is a top leading cause of preventable death in the world and a risk factor for several non-communicable diseases including cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and chronic respiratory diseases. Smoking ...
• Factors associated with the unsuccessful Tuberculosis treatment outcomes of the DOTS programme in Kunene and Oshana regions, Namibia 

  Mondjila, Amkongo (University of Namibia, 2022)

  Tuberculosis (TB) is among the leading causes of death globally. In Namibia, the disease has a huge burden, with a case notification rate of at least 442 per 100,000. To date, Namibia is still among the countries with the ...
• The assessment of the University of Namibia student risky behaviour such as sexual multiple and concurrent partnerships 

  Indongo, Indongo (University of Namibia, 2019)

  The risky behaviours such as concunent sexual partnerships is increasingly recognised as important in the transmission of sexually transmitted infections (STis), particularly of heterosexual Human Immunodeficiency Virus ...
• Non-communicable diseases risk factors among adults in Oshikoto region, Namibia 

  Ashipala, Emilia Shiwa (University of Namibia, 2019)

  Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) such as cardiovascular disease, cancer, diabetes and chronic respiratory diseases continues to be the major development challenges in the 21st century and causes more than 40 million deaths ...
• Incedence of Malaria in relation to residual efficacy of 2017 indoor residual spraying during 2018 Malaria season in Engela district, Ohangwena, Namibia 

  Ngenokesho, Padelia N. (University of Namibia, 2020)

  ntroduction: Malaria remains a public health problem in Africa and other countries of subtropical. In 2017, an estimated 219 million cases of malaria occurred worldwide (95% confidence interval [CI]: 203–262 million), ...
• 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 ...
• 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 ...
• 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, ...
• 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 ...
• 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. ...
• 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 ...
• Behavioral snd socio-demographic factors associated with preterm birth among women who deliver in Public hospitals in Windhoek, Namibia 

  Madlela, Khonzani (University of Namibia, 2018)

  Preterm birth, the birth of an infant prior to 37 completed weeks of gestation is the leading cause of newborn deaths in their first four weeks of life. In addition to its contribution to mortality, preterm birth has ...

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