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An Assessment of factors associated with adherence to antiretroviral treatment in Albert Horsfall Medical Center, Abuja, Nigeria
(University of the Western Cape, 2007)
The aim of the study is to determine the characteristics associated with ART adherence to , in Albert Horsfall Medicacal Center (AHMC), Abuja, Nigeria. The Objectives are to measure the adherence to ART, assess the association ...
The inevitability of us :exploring the risk and protective factors relating to the use and / or rejection of methamphetamine amongst youth in Manenberg
(University of the Western Cape, 2009)
This study presents a discursive journey with regard to the risk and protective factors confronting individuals who engage in methamphetamine use within the Manenberg area. Given that this journey requires a cautious and ...
The academic transitional experience of postgraduate students in the faculty of community and health sciences at the University of the Western Cape
(University of the Western Cape, 2009)
Transition has been the major focus of educational institutions. The focal argument of the majority of research into student transition deals with the challenges that students faced when they moved from high school to first ...
A comparative study on high-risk sexual behaviour of male student elite athletes, male student non-athletes, and male student recreational sports participants at the University of Botswana
(University of the Western Cape, 2009)
This study aims to compare the sexual behaviour patterns of male elite student athletes, male student recreational sports (RSP) and male student non-athletes at the University of Botswana in relation to high-risk sexual ...
Profile of and challenges experienced by stroke patients admitted to Ruhengeri Hospital in Rwanda
(University of the Western Cape, 2009)
Stroke is the world's third highest cause of death and a major cause of disability. In order to define optimal management for stroke, reliable data are needed. Although Ruhengeri Hospital in Rwanda receives many stroke ...
Assessment of waiting and service times in public and private health care facilities in Gondar district, north western Ethiopia
(2008)
Aim: To determine the waiting and service times among the public and private health care facilities and measure the perceptions of “acceptable” waiting time among the providers and clients.
"An exploration into children's and adolescents' perceptions of community violence"
(University of the Western Cape, 2009)
This study ultimately aimed to explore children' and adolescents' perceptions of exposure to community violence. More specifically, the study investigated the meanings that adolescents assign to personal safety and security ...
Parents' perspectives on the role of the school in citizenship and moral education
(University of the Western Cape, 2007)
The purpose of the study was to explore what parents expect of schools regarding citizenship and moral education. It was argued that it is important that parents' views are taken into accouint when exploring citizenship ...
The experiences of female sport administrators in the Western Cape: gender bias in the Workplace
(University of the Western Cape, 2008)
Research indicates that the advancement of women into top management positions is steadily increasing. However, it seems as if gender divisions in the workforce do not encourage equal opportunities for women in the labor ...
Factors affecting length of hospital stay for people with spinal cord injuries at Kanombe Military Hospital, Rwanda
(University of the Western Cape, 2009)
Spinal cord injury is a devastating condition, and its consequences impact on many facets of an individual's life. Activities of daily living such as personal care and housework might be difficult to perform post injury. ...