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A descriptive analysis of suicides and their interface with healthcare facilities in the Western Cape, South Africa: 2011-2015

Author: Mgugudo-Sello, Ziyanda Date: 2022 BACKGROUND: Suicide is a preventable public health problem affecting 800 000 people every year and 79% occurs in low to middle incomes countries. Males are mostly affected, and at-risk age groups are adolescents and young adults. Hanging, ... Read more
An exploration of knowledge, attitudes and practices of primary health care providers providing contraceptive and family planning services in Cape Town, South Africa: a qualitative study

Author: Fataar, Kulthum Date: 2020 Health care providers can play a significant role in empowering women to make informed decisions when selecting suitable contraceptive methods during contraceptive counselling. This study explores the experiences and perceptions of primary ... Read more
Assessing the impact of a waiting time survey on reducing waiting times in primary care clinics in Cape Town, South Africa

Author: Daniels, Johann Alexander Date: 2015 Objective: A waiting time survey (WTS), conducted in 2007 at 94% of clinics in Cape Town, measured length of patient waiting times (WT) for services and provided recommendations to shorten waiting times. Whether subsequent implementation of ... Read more
Evaluating adherence to recommended clinical guidelines for the prevention of cardiovascular disease in patients with Type 2 diabetes mellitus at primary care level

Author: Langenhoven, William Date: 2017 Background: Globally, type 2 diabetes (T2D) is a significant cause of avoidable mortality and morbidity. It is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD). Evidence-based guidelines lower cardiovascular risk in diabetics. Adherence ... Read more
Evidence map of knowledge translation strategies, outcomes, facilitators and barriers in African health systems

Author: Edwards, Amanda ; Zweigenthal, Virginia ; Olivier, Jill Date: 07 Feb 2019 Abstract Background The need for research-based knowledge to inform health policy formulation and implementation is a chronic global concern impacting health systems functioning and impeding the ... Read more
Health care providers' experience of research activities in public sector health facilities in the Western Cape Province of South Africa

Author: Ndlovu, Linda Date: 2020 There is a significant amount of public health research conducted within provincial health facilities in South Africa, whose findings have a positive impact on the delivery of health services. This includes clinical, epidemiological, health ... Read more
Implementing intimate partner violence care in a rural sub-district of South Africa: a qualitative evaluation

Author: Rees, Kate Date: 2015 Background: Despite a high burden of disease, in many health districts in the Wes tern Cape, South Africa, intimate partner violence is known to be poorly recognised and managed. To address this gap in service an innovative intersectoral model ... Read more
Policy maker and health care provider perspectives on reproductive decision-making amongst HIV-infected individuals in South Africa

Author: Harries, Jane ; Cooper, Diane ; Myer, Landon ; Bracken, Hillary ; Zweigenthal, Virginia ; Orner, Phyllis Date: 2007 BACKGROUND:Worldwide there is growing attention paid to the reproductive decisions faced by HIV-infected individuals. Studies in both developed and developing countries have suggested that many HIV-infected women continue to desire children ... Read more c b
Sexual Health Decision-Making and Service Utilisation among Kenyan Queer Womxn and Trans Men

Author: Haase, Stephanie Date: 2022 Background Queer women and trans men are a neglected populations regarding sexual health status, education, and service provision globally, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. Little is known about their sexual health risk ... Read more