Luke and the margins: A South African anti-imperial perspective
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Patson K. Motuku
The Gospel of Luke offers profound resonance with the pressing socio-economic realities confronting marginalised communities in contemporary South Africa. Although set in a vastly different …
Outcome and response to different management regimens in pediatric patients with immune thrombocytopenia (ITP)
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Rasha Abdelaziz, Dalia El-Sayed, Fatma El Zahraa Ahmed
Immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) is the most common acquired bleeding disorder in children and a frequent source of clinical concern. This study aimed to evaluate the …
Computer proficiency for social development in the rural areas of KwaZulu-Natal
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Philangani Thembinkosi Sibiya, Kabelo Given Chuma, Lorette Jacobs
Background: Computer literacy is a pressing issue in many rural communities across South Africa, primarily because of a lack of resources and training opportunities. This …
In-silico assessment of structure-based derivatives of phytochemicals from CHEESE webserver for anti-EZH2: advancing druggable lead identification for pancreatic cancer therapy
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Christopher Busayo Olowosoke, Felix Oluwasegun Ishabiyi, Amal Bouribab
Editorial: Accelerating cancer genomics research in Sub-Saharan Africa
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Folakemi T. Odedina, Solomon O. Rotimi, Abdou Azaque Zouré
Wagutu et al., (2024) 4 concluded that "Whole Exome-seq and RNA-seq Data Reveal Unique Neoantigen Profiles in Kenyan Breast Cancer Patients", exemplifying the importance of …
Knowledge, attitude, and quality of life among newly diagnosed type 2 diabetic patients attending diabetic clinics at Bugando Medical Centre, Mwanza, Tanzania
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Allen Rweyendera, Greyson Gwahula, Faraja Alexander
Background: Diabetes mellitus, particularly type 2 diabetes, is a rapidly escalating global health issue. The World Health Organization projects a significant increase in diabetes prevalence …
A comparison of clinical and cardiac biomarker profiles of patients with community-acquired pneumonia and with COVID-19 pneumonia in a high HIV prevalence adult population. Running title: Comparison of patients with CAP and COVID-19 pneumonia
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Murimisi Mukansi, Helen C. Steel, Theresa M. Rossouw
Diagnostic Accuracy and Practicability of the VISITECT® Advanced HIV Disease CD4 Test Compared to the Partec® CyFlow Counter II for CD4 Enumeration in Nigeria’s HIV Program
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Justin Onyebuchi Nwofe, Daniel Chinenyeike Offie, Izuchukwu Ibeagha
Intraseasonal modulation of Sea Surface Temperatures in the North Tropical Atlantic by African Easterly Waves
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Marc Kakante Mendy, Florent Gasparin, Manon Gévaudan
Abstract. The sea surface temperature (SST) variability in the North Tropical Atlantic plays a crucial role in the regional climate by modulating the Intertropical Convergence …
The Double-Edged Impact of Tourism on Public Health in Ghana: A Systematic Review
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Emmanuel Dornyoh, Wisdom Agbotey
Assessing the Extent to which Sustainable Coastal Tourism affects Economic Development within the Mthunzini Area, South Africa
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Precious Khonzile Mthiyane, Innocent Simphiwe Nojiyeza, Neo Refiloe Mofokeng
This paper examines the role of tourism as a key driver of economic development, emphasizing its ability to generate revenue, employment, investment, and exports, along …
Measuring the Perceptions of where and when most Residential Burglaries occur in the Newlands East Policing Precinct, Durban
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Nokukhanya Neptune Mbonambi
This study investigates the spatial and temporal distribution of residential burglaries in the Newlands East Policing Precinct of Durban, South Africa. Understanding geographic and temporal …
Gaps in HIV testing among people with presumptive TB in Mozambique: a 3-year retrospective cohort study
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Guita Amane, Paula Simbine, Pereira Zindoga
BACKGROUND: HIV testing among people with presumptive tuberculosis (PP-TB) represents a critical entry point for HIV diagnosis and care, especially in high-burden settings like Mozambique. …
The Knowledge, Beliefs, and Practices of Allandale Village Regarding Women’s Reproductive Health: A Community-Based Study
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Mdhluli Ophilile, Rendani Tshifhumulo, Pfarelo Eva Matshidze
This study explored African indigenous knowledge, beliefs, and practices regarding reproductive health among women in the Mpumalanga province of South Africa. Women’s sexual and reproductive …
Constraints in the Delivery of Adult and Community Education and Training Programmes for Offenders in Limpopo Province, South Africa
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Ntwanano Mathebula, Mohammed Xolile Ntshangase
Most governments have always desired to reintegrate young offenders back into their communities through educational programmes. However, this is met with a myriad of constraints …
Familiarity and Knowledge regarding Molar Incisor Hypomineralization amongst a group of Egyptian Dentists and Dental Students
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Yomna Said Mohamed, Dalia Moheb, Mennatallah Abdelhamid
Perceptions, Experiences, and Meanings of Externally Visible Birth Defects: Insights from Mothers, Healthcare Workers, and Community Health Extension Workers in Uganda
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Joyce Namale-Matovu, Juliane Etima, Joseph Ggita
Spatial distribution and determinants of solitary childbirth in Ethiopia: Evidence from the 2019 interim demographic and health survey
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Tadesse Tarik Tamir, Berhan Tekeba, Alebachew Ferede Zegeye
INTRODUCTION: Solitary childbirth-giving birth without any form of assistance-remains a serious global public health issue, especially in low-resource settings. It is associated with preventable maternal …
Effectiveness of the Implementation of School Sports Policy in the Ngaka Modiri Molema District Municipality
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Vuyolwethu Sambo, Lusanda Beauty Juta
This paper assesses the effectiveness of the school sports policy in the Ngaka Modiri Molema District Municipality, in the North-West Province of South Africa. With …
The Mental Health Challenges Faced by Men During Spousal Pregnancy: A Case Study of the Thulamela Municipality in the Vhembe Region of Limpopo, South Africa
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Hangandifhi Sepoli, Tsoaledi Daniel Thobejane, Reginald Mulalo Ndwamai
Pregnancy is a transformation period not only for women but also for their partners. While the mental health of expectant mothers has been extensively studied, …