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A microsociological analysis of social support to women diagnosed with early stage breast cancer
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)
This study explored the social support provided by family of women diagnosed with early stage breast cancer. The aim was to present an account of social support that is solicited by and given to women diagnosed with early ...
Exploring pre-and post-partum barriers to anti-retroviral therapy adherence for HIV-positive women initiated onto Option B Plus in Harare, Zimbabwe
(University of the Western cape, 2016)
Background: Zimbabwe has one of the highest HIV prevalence rates in sub-Saharan Africa, with the adult prevalence rate at 15%. The HIV prevalence is highest among adult women, at 18%. Mother-to-child transmission is the ...
Exploring the psycho-social determinants of heavy alcohol drinking amongst women in Oshana, Namibia
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)
Heavy alcohol drinking is a serious health concern in many African countries such as Namibia and South Africa. The heavy use of alcohol is mainly due to avoid coping with the realities of life. There is however, a paucity ...