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The metabolic syndrome : does it exist in Africans in transition in the Northwest Province
(Potchefstroom University for Christian Higher Education, 2001)Background: The term 'metabolic syndrome' is used to describe the clustering in a person of risk factors 'which is associated with the chronic diseases of lifestyle. Considerable evidence exists that insulin resistance is ... -
The metabolic syndrome and associated components among African women
(North-West University, 2004)The metabolic syndrome (MS) and its components have become a serious problem worldwide. The MS describes a cluster of risk factors related to cardiovascular disease. Some of these factors (hypertension, diabetes and ... -
Metabolic syndrome indicators and target organ damage in urban active coping African and Caucasian men : the SABPA study
(North-West University, 2010)MOTIVATION: The increasing prevalence of metabolic syndrome (MetS) is creating immense concern worldwide. In 2009, the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) announced the new MetS definition. MetS is diagnosed by any ... -
Metabolic syndrome marker cut–off points and target organ damage revisited in an urban South African cohort : the SABPA study
(North-West University, 2012)Objectives: The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of MetS among different African populations using the new Joint Statement Criteria. Hereafter we aimed to determine whether waist or neck circumference is ... -
A metagenomic microbiome investigation in the deer mouse : a translational approach to obsessive-compulsive disorder
(North-West University (South-Africa), 2019)Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)1 is characterized by persistent, intrusive and often anxiety-provoking thoughts, i.e. obsessions and/or ritualistic behaviors (compulsions) that are expressed in an attempt to reduce the ... -
Metal ion speciation in blood plasma incorporating 2-imino-4-thiobiuret as a potential kidney imaging agent in nuclear medicine
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Method development and stability of pheroid-based anti-retroviral formulations
(North-West University, 2007)Southern Africa is the worst affected sub region in the world, with South Africa continuing to have the highest number of people living with HIV in the world. It is estimated that 5.3 million people in South Africa were ... -
Method development and validation for the analysis of medicinal cannabis products, aimed at developing a safety profile for South Africa
(North-West University (South-Africa), 2022)In the last few years, there has been an increase in the use of cannabis-based products for medicinal purposes. The preparation procedure, however, has not been standardised but is decided by the individual groups of ... -
Method development for extraction and HPLC analysis of kaempferol, chrysin and quercetin
(North-West University (South-Africa), 2020)Flavonoids (different phytochemical compounds found in plants acting as phytoalexins), have been found to have potent antioxidant effects. This has led into studies conducted on its effect on the body in reducing oxidative ... -
Methylene blue analogues : in vitro antimicrobial activity and in silico pharmacophore modelling
(North-West University (South-Africa), 2021)Antibiotics have drastically reduced the morbidity and mortality associated with fatal infections and have made previously impossible procedures, e.g. heart surgery, possible by allowing infections to be prevented or ... -
The microbiome and Tuberculosis - filling the gaps
(North-West University (South-Africa), 2021)Globally tuberculosis remains one of the leading causes of mortality from any infectious agent. Evidence has shown that there are links between TB and the human microbiome and that alterations to the host micro flora in ... -
Micronutrient dilution associated with alcohol and added sugar intake in the THUSA population
(North-West University, 2008)The micronutrient intake of the average South African is not optimal. National fortification of staple foods does not solve all micronutrient deficiencies. Furthermore, urbanisation causes a shift in food intake, increasing ... -
Mikrobiologiese aspekte van sporadiese akute gastroënteritis van suigelinge
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Missed opportunities in the Prevention of the Mother to Child Transmission Programme in a sub–district of the North West Province, South Africa
(2013)According to global statistics more than half of all people living with HIV are women, the majority of whom live in sub-Saharan Africa. South Africa adapted the WHO guidelines on PMTCT to the local situation. In South ... -
A model for collaboration between nursing education institutions in the north west province of south Africa
(2015)The education and training of professional nurses in South Africa is done in colleges administered by Provincial Departments of Health, and in universities administered by the Department of Higher Education and Training. ... -
A model for HIV and AIDS care, research and policy interface
(2014)Study background - Nursing plays a pivotal role in the care of people living with HIV and AIDS and makes an obvious contribution in influencing HIV and AIDS policy. Studies suggest that despite their knowledge and experience ... -
A model of collaboration in implementing Problem Based Learning (PBL) in Nursing Education
(North-West University (South Africa), Mafikeng Campus, 2013)To meet health care challenges brought about by the patterns of diseases such as HIV, Tuberculosis, Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs), chronic conditions and malnutrition, nurse educators are required to redirect their ... -
A model of consumers' perceptions of food additives and consequent purchasing behaviour
(North-West University, 2007)The primary objective of this study was to apply the Elaboration Likelihood Model of persuasive communication to consumers' perceptions of food additive labelling. The model was used to explain how consumer information ... -
A model to facilitate the Integration of Indigenous Kowledge Systems in the management of HIV & AIDS within a Primary Health Care context in Limpopo Province, South Africa
(2015)Indigenous health practices have been in existence since the dawn of civilization, and the inception of western medical practices has created a divide between these health systems. This study focused on the development of ... -
Modelling primary health care workforce needs towards health professions education and employment investment planning in Ghana
(North-West University (South Africa), 2021)The health workforce is a critical part of developing responsive health systems that address routine population health needs and responding to health emergencies. However, defective planning has resulted in underinvestment ...