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Factors contributing to low HIV Testing Services (HTS) uptake among Health Sciences students at the selected University in Limpopo Province

Makuya, Takalani (2020-09-09)

The main entry point for the HIV/AIDS prevention, care and treatment is through HIV Testing Services (HTS). Despite undeniable benefits and increased availability of HIV Testing Services, uptake remains low among students. ...
Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices of High School Learners regarding Condom Use in the Greater Giyani Municipality, Limpopo Province

Chavalala, Lazarros (2018-09-21)

Condoms protect against unplanned pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections, including HIV, among all population groups including adolescents. Correct use of condoms prevents between 80% and 95% of HIV transmission. ...
Non-adherence to antiretroviral therapy amongst adults living with HIV and AIDS in Makhado Municipality in Vhembe District, Limpopo Province

Nkatingi, Bridget Nhlongolwane (2020-07)

South African HIV epidemic remains the largest in the world with an estimated 7.7 million people living with HIV in 2018. It accounts for a third of all new HIV infections in southern Africa. In 2018, there were 240,000 ...
Perceived factors associated with LTFU from Art Program among adults living with HIV in Vhembe District, South Africa

Netshifhefhe, Livhuwani E. (2023-05-19)

Losses to follow-up have emerged as a legitimate threat to the long-term success of the Anti-Retroviral therapy program. The success of Anti-Retroviral therapy program is monitored through retention in care and viral load ...
Perceptions and attitudes of HIV-positive patients towards HIV index testing in Thulamela Municipality, Vhembe District, Limpopo Province

Tshivhase, Tshilidzi (2023-05-19)

HIV testing, treatment and prevention approaches are implemented to ensure that all people are tested and know their HIV status, but approximately 36,9 million people are living with HIV without being aware. Globally, ...
Practices of Nurses on Medical Waste Segregation at Selected Health Care Facilities in Sekhukhune District, Limpopo Province

Marubini, Mufhumudzi (2021-06-23)

Background: Medical waste is a concern because it can cause potential environmental hazards and public health risks. Nurses produce medical waste when carrying out their daily health activities. Purpose: The purpose of the ...
Prevalence and risk factors of myopia among Grade 8 learners in Vhembe District

Mathebula, Daphney (2020)

Myopia is not a simple refractive error but an eyesight-threatening disorder. The disorder has a great impact on public health and the socio-economic well-being of people, particularly children. The aim of this study was ...
The Psychosocial Impact of Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic on Nurses at a Selected Tertiary Hospital in Limpopo Province, South Africa.

Maja, Noria Madithapo (2023-05-19)

Coronavirus (COVID-19), pose a massive threat to the wellbeing of all the members of the population in the country, but massively left the health care workers to deal with the fear and anxiety while caring for those infected ...
Utilisation of antenatal care services in rural primary health care facilities in Mutasa District, Zimbabwe

Mukhalela, Tatenda (2019-09-20)

The high maternal mortality ratio is caused by various factors, including avoidable complications which can be reduced by attendance to antenatal care visits. The utilisation of antenatal care has been low in rural areas, ...
Views of professional nurses regarding the new antiretroviral therapy drug tenofovir, lamivudine and dolutegravir in selected clinics of Limpopo Province

Ramusilei, Fhululedzani Innocentia (2023-10-05)

Introduction: Tenofovir, Lamivudine and Dolutegravir, also known as TLD drug, is a new fixed dose combination Antiretroviral therapy drug that is taken once daily by individuals living with the Human Immunodeficiency Virus. ...

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