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Factors associated with adherence to Covid-19 preventive measures among health-care workers in Eswatini
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)
Worldwide, coronavirus disease-19 (COVID-19) created major challenges, becoming a public health emergency and threatening lives; with healthcare workers (HCWs) at an even higher risk of infection due to their occupation. ...
Knowledge and attitudes towards mental health illness and integration of mental health services into primary health care (phc) clinics: A cross-sectional survey among health-care workers in the Shiselweni region, Nhlangano zone, Eswatini
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)
It is estimated that one in eight people globally suffers from mental health conditions during their lifespan. In Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), mental health disorder sufferers are exposed to abuse and economic impoverishment. ...
Risk factors for poor blood pressure control in hypertensive patients on treatment in Manzini, Eswatini
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)
There is an alarming number of uncontrolled hypertensive patients on treatment seen daily in out-patient clinics across Eswatini. Many have the avoidable complications of uncontrolled hypertension, such as renal failure ...
Nutrition knowledge, attitudes, practices, and self-efficacy for adolescent girls living with HIV in the kingdom of Eswatini, Manzini region
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)
Nutrition is essential for adolescents living with HIV as it promotes long-term health and wellness by ensuring the maintenance of good body strength and weight as well as replacing vitamins and minerals. Good nutrition ...
An exploration of factors contributing to patient delay in seeking Tuberculosis care services in the Hhohho region of Eswatini
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)
Tuberculosis (TB) is one of the top twenty leading causes of death globally and it is the second leading cause of mortality from a single infectious cause after COVID-19 but ahead of HIV/AIDS. In 2020, TB was responsible ...