Abstract Namibia is currently a signatory on the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) as a non-Annex I party. As a non-Annex I party, Namibia is required to ‘provide information on greenhouse gas inventories’, but they currently lack sufficient baseline data. The study aims to answer whether increased rainfall increases the amount of carbon stored above and below ground for two important timber species (Burkea africana and Pterocarpus angolensis) found along the ...
ABSTRACT Sorethroat is a common reason for presentation in primary paediatric care. Because only a minority of cases of pharyngitis is caused by bacteria, physicians have been guided by various recommendations on the judicious use of antibiotics to avoid overprescription. In the absence of guidelines, the treatment approaches between physicians may differ. The management of children with sorethroat by physicians inBeninCity,Mid-WesternNigeriawas evaluated. The experience and practice of 25 ...
Abstract This study assesses the sustainability of locally initiated community gardens as an adaptation strategy against climate change-induced food insecurity in Chikato ward 7 of Shurugwi district. Triangulation approach was employed in this study in which both qualitative and quantitative methods were used to collect data. Qualitative techniques included open-ended questionnaires, interviews, observations, focus group discussions and secondary data. Quantitative techniques comprised of clo...
Abstract Antiretroviral therapy is currently the major intervention against HIV infection.However, with increased access to treatment through the universal test and treat approach, poten- tial barriers to the overall success of this strategy such as treatment dropouts and treat- ment failure arise.We constructed a deterministic mathematical model of HIV/AIDS to study the possible eects of treatment failure and treatment dropouts on the population dynamics of the infection.The model incorporat...
ABSTRACT Repair of perineal trauma with synthetic absorbable sutures is associated with less short-term pain, reduction in the use of analgesia, less wound breakdown and reduced need for perineal re-suturing compared with catgut. However, the use of standard synthetic sutures was associated with greater frequency of removal of unabsorbed sutures compared with catgut. There was no significant difference between standard synthetic sutures and rapidly absorbed synthetic sutures, although with t...
ABSTRACT The fast food industry has an important role in meeting the ever increasing food demands of the urban dwellers in developing countries. The catering industry in Zimbabwe is growing exponentially as evidenced by the opening of new takeaways, restaurants, lodges and hotels. It is estimated that 15 percent of the total population in Zimbabwe buy food from various food outlets on a daily basis. The aim of the study was to make an inference on the food handling practices currently prevale...
ABSTRACT Background: Urinary Tract Infection is a common disease among Under-five Children in Pemba. Early detection and efficient management is important to minimize the possibility of morbidity and unnecessary complications. Objective: The objective of this study was to evaluate the Effectiveness of Empirical Diagnosis Approach for Urinary Tract Infection using Etiological and Antimicrobial Tests among Under-five Children in Pemba. Methods: A cross-sectional hospital-based design was used...
ABSTRACT The research examined the experiences of children who have gone through the foster care program in Zimbabwe. Children coming into foster care would have been take away from their parents may be facing emotional, psychological and behavioural problems due to the turmoil, abuse and negligence they may have experienced as such it is critical to emphasise the healing aspect of foster care. There are certain challenges from the system which need to be addressed. This research was guided ...
Abstract Introduction: Nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) is a malignant epithelial neoplasm arising in the nasopharyngeal mucosa that shows light microscopic and/or ultrastructural evidence of squamous differentiation. Immunohistochemistry (IHC) can be used to reliably distinguish undifferentiated NPC from other malignant tumors, and the technique may be a necessary tool toward the arrival of a definitive diagnosis, particularly when dealing with challenging cases. Materials and Methods: This w...
ABSTRACT Background: Pregnancy during teenage is the high risk which is associated with high incidence of complications to the mother and fetus. Worldwide the incidence of teenage pregnancies is reported to range from 8-25% in developing countries due to child marriages. Poor obstetric outcomes have been reported by previous studies. These depend largely on the age of the teenagers and the quality of care she receives. Objectives: The study aimed to assess the magnitude and immediate obstetr...
Abstract Background Little is known on how the interaction between Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) and renal insults caused by other coexisting conditions in Sub Saharan Africa such as urinary schistosomiasis, malnutrition and HIV affect the prevalence of renal dysfunction in children with SCD. Objectives To determine the prevalence and factors associated with renal dysfunction among children with SCD aged 6 months to 12 years attended at a tertiary hospital in Northwestern Tanzania. Methods A cro...