African health sciences
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African health sciences · Mar 2022
Neurological disorders in Northern Tanzania: A 6-year prospective hospital-based case series.
The burden of neurological disorders is large and altered by the HIV epidemic. ⋯ The main pattern of neurological disorders in Northern Tanzania is presented. The odds of HIV infection was highest in CNS infections and in a wide range of non-communicable neurological disorders.
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African health sciences · Mar 2022
Turnaround time and barriers to treatment of newly diagnosed cancer in Uganda: a mixed-methods longitudinal study.
Cancer represents a growing public health concern. Late-stage at diagnosis, limited access to effective treatment, and loss to follow-up are responsible for dismal outcomes. ⋯ When compared to the recommended ideal turnaround time, there was significant institutional delay in access to chemotherapy and radiotherapy attributed to multiple external and internal healthcare system barriers.
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African health sciences · Mar 2022
Premenstrual syndrome: consultation sources and the impact on women's quality of life.
The main aim of this study was to explore the sources of consultation that women seek during premenstural syndrome (PMS), and to establish the association between the severity of PMS and how it affects the quality of life. ⋯ PMS is a common condition that affects women and their quality of life in several ways. Physicians and primary health care providers must be more vigilant in detecting the presence of PMS.
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African health sciences · Mar 2022
Factors associated with risky sexual behaviour among sexually experienced undergraduates in Osun state, Nigeria.
Risky sexual behavior (RSB) is common among youths which predispose them to sexually transmitted infections. This study sets out to identify the factors associated with RSB among undergraduates in Osun state. ⋯ Risky Sexual Behavior is prevalent among undergraduates with males being more involved, among other associated factors. Concerned stakeholders should engage youths via behavioral change communication strategies so as to significantly reduce their involvement in RSB.
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African health sciences · Mar 2022
Prevalence and determinants of cardiac arrhythmias and conduction anomalies in adults aged ≥ 40 years in Jimma Town, Southwest of Ethiopia: a cross-sectional study.
The prevalence of cardiac arrhythmia (CA) in the Ethiopian population is unknown. A community study was conducted to assess the magnitude and predictors of CAs in adults aged≥40 years in Jimma Town. ⋯ CA is highly prevalent in Jimma. Hypertension and history of heart diseases are the most potent predictors of cardiac arrhythmia. Large-scale screening for early detection of arrhythmia has important implications for treatment.