Browsing by Subject "Prevalence"
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Adverse Foetal Outcomes in Gestational Diabetes: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
(University of the Western Cape, 2020)Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a condition that affects pregnant women and is one of the most common complications related to pregnancy. According to the World health organisation (WHO), the usual window for ... -
The cumulative incidence of musculoskeletal injuries among student dancers at Tshwane University of Technology
(2009)Dance movements requires explosive power, sustained effort and both local and general endurance. Musculoskeletal injuries (MSI) are the most frequent medical problems among dancers in ballet, which is partly owing to ... -
Cumulative incidence of musculoskeletal injuries among student dancers at Tshwane University of Technology
(University of the Western Cape, 2009)Dance movements requires explosive power, sustained effort and both local and general endurance. Musculoskeletal injuries (MSI) are the most frequent medical problems among dancers in ballet, which is partly owing to ... -
Design of the oral medicine South Africa registry to facilitate surveillance of oral lesions and conditions in SA: Pilot results (2010-2022)
(University of the Western Cape, 2023)Aims: To establish the Oral Medicine database of South Africa (ORMSA). The database will be used to determine the range and frequency of diagnoses of oral medicine pathology in the Oral Medicine and Periodontology Department ... -
Early Childhood Caries in children 12-24 months old in Mitchell's Plain, South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 2008)The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (2005/06) defines Early Childhood Caries (ECC) as the presence of 1 or more decayed (noncavitated or cavitated lesions), missing (due to caries), or filled tooth surfaces in any ... -
The effect of occupational-related low back pain on functional activities among male manual workers in a construction company in Cape Town, South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 2010)Construction manual workers are at a high risk of suffering from occupational related low back pain because of high-risk activities involved and the nomadic nature of the workforce. Low back pain and its associated disability ... -
Factors associated with injuries in road-runners at a local athletic club
(University of the Western Cape, 2011)Across the world, physical inactivity was found to be associated with cardiovascular and chronic diseases of lifestyle which often leads to an increased rate of various physical disabilities and premature death. To combat ... -
Factors associated with substance use among university students in South Africa: Implications for prevention
(University of Western Cape, 2020)Substance use and abuse has been a persistent challenge facing many communities around the world. In more recent times there has been particular focus on the gradual, yet alarming increase in the use and/or abuse of ... -
Incidence and prevalence of injuries among rugby players during a rugby tournament
(University of the Western Cape, 2011)Introduction: The world of sports is ever growing and changing, and the popularity of different sports activities has increased in these last three decades. The rugby football sport is collision sport recognized worldwide ... -
Intestinal parasite infestation and the anthropometric status of primary school children in the Delft area, Western Cape
(University of the Western Cape, Main Library, 2002)Infestation by intestinal helminths is a disease that is chronic, insidious and usually silent. Acute signs and symptoms are not characteristic, nor is the disease manifested as sudden outbreaks. Instead, it is typically ... -
Neck pain amongst high school learners in the Gauteng province
(University of the Western Cape, 2010)The prevalence of musculoskeletal pain is rising in adolescents and this may be due to new information technology leading to increased computer use, involving repetitive movements and static postures. Adolescent neck pain ... -
Neck pain amongst high school learners in the Gauteng province
(University of the Western Cape, 2010)The prevalence of musculoskeletal pain is rising in adolescents and this may be due to new information technology leading to increased computer use, involving repetrive movements and static postures. Adolescent neck pain ... -
Palatal rugae patterns in a sudanese population sample
(2013)Palatal Rugae Patterns in a Sudanese Population Sample Palatal rugae are ridges resulted from symmetrical and irregular mucosal folds of tissue and located in the alveolar third of the palate. Palatal rugae identification ... -
Perceptions of risk for HIV amongst South African University students : the impact of the MTV film "SHUGA"
(2011)The Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) epidemic continue to endanger the lives of many people in the world, particularly in developing countries like South Africa (UNAIDS, ... -
Prevalence and pattern of injuries among players at the university of the Western Cape volleyball club
(2008)In addition to football and basketball, volleyball has become a very popular sport globally over the last 30 years. The International Federation of Volleyball represents about 150 million players in approximately 170 ... -
Prevalence and pattern of injuries among players at the University of the Western Cape volleyball club
(University of the Western Cape, 2008)In addition to football and basketball, volleyball has become a very popular sport globally over the last 30 years. The international federation of volleyball represents about 150 million players in approximately 170 ... -
The prevalence and pattern of mid facial fractures at Tygerberg oral health centre
(University of the Western Cape, 2019)Background: Changing trends have been observed in the prevalence, etiology, imaging practice and pattern of presentation of mid facial fractures in different geographical regions. Conventional (plain) radiographs remain ... -
Prevalence of and risk factors for work-related musculoskeletal injuries (WMSIs) amongst underground mine workers in Kitwe, Zambia
(2008)The aim of the study was to determine the prevalence of and risk factors contributing to work-related musculoskeletal injuries amongst underground mine workers in Kitwe, Zambia. -
Prevalence of burnout among nurses working at a selected psychiatric hospital in Western Cape
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)Research studies allude to the escalation of work related stress, which leads to burnout among mental health nurses, internationally. Mental health nursing is stressful because it is a helping profession that involves close ... -
Prevalence of oral mucosal lesions and oral health behaviour in HIV/AIDS patients attending queen Elizabeth ii hospital Maseru,Lesotho
(University of the Western Cape, 2002)To determine the prevalence of oral mucosal lesions strongly associated with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infection and Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) according to the European Community-Clearinghouse ...