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Critical reflection on the integration of HIV into the health science curriculum
(Stellenbosch Univ, 2016)Health professionals need to have a multi-layered, nuanced understanding of HIV to become aware of the complexity of HIV and how it interacts with all aspects of life, ultimately affecting health and wellbeing. In this ... -
A critical review of the significance of food labelling during consumer decision making
(SAAFECS (South African Association of Family Ecology and Consumer Sciences), 2012)In literatuur word voedselaankope gewoonlik voorgehou as minder kompleks vergeleke met die aankoop van ander huishoudelike kommoditeite. Hierdie literatuuroorsig toon dat die kompleksiteit van voedselaankope waarskynlik ... -
A critical role of mitochondria in BDNF-associated synaptic plasticity after one-week vortioxetine treatment
(Oxford Univ Press, 2018)Background Preclinical studies have indicated that antidepressant effect of vortioxetine involves increased synaptic plasticity and promotion of spine maturation. Mitochondria dysfunction may contribute to the pathophysiological ... -
Critical speed and finite distance capacity: norms for athletic and non-athletic group
(Springer, 2020)Purpose Two parameters in particular span both health and performance; critical speed (CS) and finite distance capacity (D′). The purpose of the present study was to: (1) classify performance norms, (2) distinguish athletic ... -
A critical synthesis of interventions to reduce stigma attached to mental illness
(AOSIS, 2014)Background: Interventions have been developed and implemented to reduce the stigma attached to mental illness. However, mental healthcare users are still stigmatised. Objective: The objective of this study was to critically ... -
A critical synthesis of interventions to reduce stigma attached to mental illness
(AOSIS, 2014)Background: Interventions have been developed and implemented to reduce the stigma attached to mental illness. However, mental healthcare users are still stigmatised. Objective: The objective of this study was to critically ... -
A cross-sectional analysis of the association between age and gender and prescribed minimum benefit chronic disease list conditions among South Africans with concomitant hypertension, diabetes and dyslipidaemia
(AJOL, 2017)Background: Prescribed Minimum Benefit Chronic Disease List (PMB CDL) conditions are a regulated list of conditions most common to South Africa. Objectives: To investigate the prevalence and association between PMB CDL ... -
Cross-species analyses of intra-species behavioral differences in mammals and fish
(Elsevier, 2020)Multiple species display robust behavioral variance among individuals due to different genetic, genomic, epigenetic, neuroplasticity and environmental factors. Behavioral individuality has been extensively studied in various ... -
CRP genotypes predict increased risk to co-present with low vitamin D and elevated CRP in a group of healthy black South African women
(MDPI, 2018)Low 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25(OH)D) and elevated C-reactive protein (CRP) concentrations are independently associated with adverse health outcomes, including cardiovascular disease (CVD). Although an inverse association ... -
Crystal form conversion of nevirapine solvates subjected to elevated temperature and humidity: a qualitative study
(Ingenta, 2017)Some known nevirapine solvates have been reported to undergo solvent exchange in aqueous media to form a stable hemihydrate. This study aimed to determine the effects of atmospheric moisture on said nevirapine solvates and ... -
Crystal structure of a rearranged cage compound 3-hydroxy-4-aza-8-oxoheptacyclo [9.4.1.0-2,10-, 0 -3,14-, 0-4,9-, 0-9,13-, 0-12,12]tetradecane
(Springer, 2008)Polycyclic hydrocarbon compounds exhibit a wide variety of biological activities, ranging from antiviral to Parkinson’s disease. Several structures such as the adamantanes have reached clinical status and are used ... -
Crystallization of toxic glycol solvates of rifampin from glycerin and propylene glycol contaminated with ethylene glycol or diethylene glycol
(ACS, 2011)This study was initiated when it was suspected that syringe blockage experienced upon administration of a compounded rifampin suspension was caused by the recrystallization of toxic glycol solvates of the drug. Single ... -
Cultural coping as a risk for depression and hypertension: the SABPA prospective study
(Clinics Cardive, 2018)Objectives: In past studies, a lack of social support has been associated with cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk, particularly in black Africans. However, whether or not coping strategies have beneficial effects on blood ... -
Cultural specific attitudes of Batswana people towards adoption
(Stellenbosch Univ, 2019)The aim of this study was to describe the cultural attitude of Batswana people towards adoption. The study employed a cross-sectional survey design and is descriptive in nature. It followed a quantitative approach and ... -
Cultural specific attitudes of Batswana people towards adoption
(Stellenbosch Univ, 2019)The aim of this study was to describe the cultural attitude of Batswana people towards adoption. The study employed a cross-sectional survey design and is descriptive in nature. It followed a quantitative approach and ... -
The current development of CNS drug research
(Oxford Univ Press, 2013)In the past few years, several high profiled pharmaceutical companies have decided to shut down major research activities within the central nervous system (CNS) area. For example, in December 2011 Novartis announced ... -
Curriculum enrichment through indigenous Zulu games
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Curriculum, curriculum development, curriculum studies? Problematising theoretical ambiguities in doctoral theses in the education field
(Education Association of South Africa, 2014)Theoretical ambiguities in curriculum studies result in conceptual mayhem. Accordingly, they hinder the development of the complicated conversation on curriculum as a verb. This article aims to contribute to reconceptualizing ... -
Cut-off values of distal forearm bone density for the diagnosis of central osteoporosis in black postmenopausal South African woman
(Health & Medical Publishing Group (JEMDSA), 2012)Background: The objective of this study was to establish a triage cut-off point or threshold for peripheral bone mineral density (BMD), applicable to black postmenopausal women, and that could be used as a screening method ... -
Cutaneous tuberculosis overview and current treatment regimens
(Elsevier, 2015)Tuberculosis is one of the oldest diseases known to humankind and it is currently a worldwide threat with 8e9 million new active disease being reported every year. Among patients with co-infection of the human immunodeficiency ...