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The case for development of 11-aza-artemisinins for malaria
(Bentham Science, 2015)The current treatment regimens for uncomplicated malaria comprise an artemisinin in combination with another drug (ACT). However, the recent emergence of resistance to ACTs in South East Asia dramatically emphasizes the ... -
Case study: Apparel industry waste management: A focus on recycling in South Africa
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Cell based assays for anti-Plasmodium activity evaluation
(Elsevier, 2016)Malaria remains one of the most common and deadly infectious diseases worldwide. The severity of this global public health challenge is reflected by the approximately 198 million people, who were reportedly infected in ... -
Cell phone usage relational regulation strategies of older South Africans
(Taylor & Francis, 2018)This study explored older South Africans’ relational regulation strategies in using their cell phones to address their social goals and psychosocial needs. Nineteen older South Africans (17 female; 2 male), aged 60 and ... -
Cell-free DNA in a three-dimensional spheroid cell culture model: a preliminary study
(Elsevier, 2017)Background Investigating the biological functions of cell-free DNA (cfDNA) is limited by the interference of vast numbers of putative sources and causes of DNA release into circulation. Utilization of three-dimensional ... -
Central systolic pressure and a nonessential amino acid metabolomics profile: the African prospective study on the early detection and identification of cardiovascular disease and hypertension
(Wolters Kluwer, 2019)Objectives: Early-life exposures to cardiovascular risk factors may manifest as early vascular ageing, a phenomenon to which black populations are more prone. The metabolome provides insight into the current state and ... -
The centrality of the research question for locating PhD studies in the global knowledge society
(University of Stellenbosch, 2014)Although classified as a developing country, South Africa lags far behind other BRICS member countries. A cause for concern is that the number of PhD studies rather than what they contribute is often used to measure their ... -
Centre‐based and expedition‐based (wilderness) adventure experiential learning regarding personal effectiveness: an explorative enquiry
(Taylor & Francis, 2011)The purpose of this study is to compare a centre‐based adventure programme (CBAP) with an expedition‐based wilderness programme (EBWP) with regard to personal effectiveness. In comparing these two programmes, this study ... -
Centripetal fat patterning in Nigeria children
(AFAHPER-SD, 2009)The purpose of this study was to examine age and gender differences in waist-stature ratio (WSR) as a measure of centripetal fat patterning in Nigerian children. A cross-sectional study of 2015 children, aged 9-12 years ... -
Challenges and issues in drug utilization research identified from the Latin American and African regions
(Wiley, 2018)Background: Despite advancements in drug utilization research (DUR), these have not been universal. Some regions such as the Latin America (LatAm) and African regions are facing challenges that are impeding the development ... -
The challenges and perceptions of community caregivers with regard to antiretroviral treatment adherence of patients: a phenomenological study
(Univ Stellenbosch, 2017)Although there is no cure for HIV and AIDS, antiretroviral treatment has transformed this disease into a manageable chronic illness. Relatively little is known about the experiences and psychosocial challenges that community ... -
Challenges faced by grandparents caring for AIDS orphans in Koster, North West Province of South Africa
(Sabinet, 2014)Caring for orphans who have lost their parents due to AIDS, and some of whom are infected, is an enormous challenge. This immense responsibility often resides with the grandparents, who are in most cases sickly and not ... -
Challenges in implementing continuous support during childbirth in selected public hospitals in the North West Province of South Africa
(AOSIS, 2018)Background: According to a Cochrane review, continuous support during childbirth increases the mother’s chances of a vaginal birth without identified adverse effects. However, this evidence-based practice is not ... -
The challenges of underweight and overweight in South African children: are we winning or losing the battle? A systematic review
(University of Tehran (Graduate Faculty of Environment), 2015)Underweight and overweight are adverse effects of malnutrition and both are associated with negative health consequences in children and adolescents. In South Africa, the burden of economic and social disparity coexists ... -
Challenging the universality of job resources: why, when, and for whom are they beneficial?
(Wiley, 2020)In this paper we introduce the topic of job resources and elaborate on their relevance for research and practice in work psychology. We start out with a brief overview of the historic and current understanding of job ... -
Change in renin, cardiovascular and inflammatory markers over three years in a black and white population: the SABPA study
(BioMed Central, 2017)Background: To investigate if percentage change (%Δ) in renin over a 3 year follow-up is associated with %Δ in cardiovascular and inflammatory markers in a low renin bi-ethnic group. Methods: Blood pressure, active renin, ... -
Change over three years in adolescents’ physical activity levels and patterns after a physical activity intervention: play study
(Edizioni Minerva Medica, 2012)AIM: This study aimed to determine over a three-year period what the PA levels and patterns of adolescents will be after participating in a physical activity (PA) intervention. METHODS: African adolescents (158 boys, 211 ... -
Changeover-time in psychosocial wellbeing of people living with HIV and people living close to them after an HIV stigma reduction and wellness enhancement community intervention
(Taylor & Francis, 2015)HIV stigma continues to affect the psychosocial wellbeing of people living with HIV (PLWH) and people living close to them (PLC). Literature unequivocally holds the view that HIV stigma and psychosocial wellbeing interact ... -
Changes in body composition and cardiometabolic risk among black South African adults
(Karger, 2017)Background and objectives: Obesity-related health risk may differ by ethnicity at the same body mass index (BMI). The objectives of this study were too determine the predictive value of the World Health Organization ... -
Changes in coronary heart disease risk profile of adults with intellectual disabilities following a physical activity intervention
(Wiley-Blackwell, 2009)Background Regular physical activity is one of the modifiable risk factors for coronary heart disease (CHD). With an increasing age profile and similar patterns of morbidity to the general population, persons with ...