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Aspects of the usage of antineoplastic and immunomodulating agents in a section of the private health care sector
(North-West University, 2008)Cancer is a broad term used to describe more than 100 diseases that can affect any part of the body. Cancer is the uncontrollable division of abnormal cells in the human body, which can invade nearby tissue and spread ... -
Aspects of the usage of gastro–intestinal medication in South Africa : a geographical approach
(North-West University, 2010)One of the aims included in the United Nations Millennium Development Goals is to decrease the number of the world’s population without access to sanitation and water that is safe, by half by the year 2015. The use of water ... -
Aspekte van medisynevoorsiening aan distriksgeneeshere en -aptekers
(Potchefstroom University for Christian Higher Education, 1993)It has been alleged that the distribution and consumption of medicine by the government medical services is unsatisfactory. One complaint is that wastage of state medicine occurs. To counter these claims the government ... -
An assesment of policy implementation on sexual assault and rape in the Ngaka Modiri Molema District of the North-West Province
(2013)Rape and sexual assault is a global problem with far reaching and devastating social and health implications for victims of such crimes. South Africa has one of the highest rates of rape and sexual assault cases reported ... -
Assessering in gesondheidswetenskap-programme in 'n hoër onderwysinstelling : 'n kritiese etnografiese studie
(North-West University, 2008)The focus of this study is a strategy for the creation of a teaching-learning culture in higher education that facilitates assessment as learning, in line with constructivist principles and congruent with the outcomes-based ... -
Assessing compliance with the Neo-BFHI recommendations in neonatal wards in South African hospitals
(North-West University (South Africa), 2019)This study formed part of a larger study where a multi-country comparison was conducted to assess the level of implementation of the Neo-Baby-friendly Hospital Initiative (Neo-BFHI) in various neonatal wards in 36 countries. ... -
Assessing the extent of violations of the International Code of Marketing of Breast Milk Substitutes in South African advertising media
(2014)Introduction: Exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) contributes towards reducing infant and young child mortality however global EBF rates are sub-optimal. One of the factors that influences a mothers' choice to exclusively ... -
Assessment and evaluation of in-patient diagnosis and discharge protocols of Ghanaian infants and children (0 - 59 months) diagnosed with severe acute malnutrition - the SAMAC study
(North-West University, 2018)Introduction: Complicated severe acute malnutrition (SAM) poses an enormous threat to the survival of children 0 - 59 months old. Even though the World Health Organisation (WHO) has provided diagnostic guidelines for ... -
Assessment of adverse drug reactions caused by HAART at antiretroviral clinics in the Maseru district, Lesotho
(2014)Antiretroviral drugs are successful in controlling HIV/AIDS and reducing disease progression. Antiretroviral regimens are stopped in up to 25% of all patients during their initial treatment therapy as a result of adverse ... -
Assessment of dermal exposure and skin condition of refinery workers exposed to selected metals
(North-West University, 2010)Aims and objectives: The research aims and objectives of this thesis were: (i) to review literature pertaining to different dermal exposure assessment methods; (ii) to assess dermal exposure of refinery workers to ... -
Assessment of food security-related projects of the Student Rag Community Service Potchefstroom Campus, North-West University
(2015)Food security is a global concern, experienced at a household level in South Africa (SA). The country experiences income inequality with a high unemployment rate. Many that are employed live under the international poverty ... -
Assessment of hazard analysis and critical control points principles in primary school feeding schemes in the Western Region of Gauteng
(North-West University, 2009)Assessment of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points Principles in Primary School Feeding Schemes in the Western Region of Gauteng Objective: The objective of this study is to investigate the need for standard hygiene ... -
An assessment of life skills education at primary, middle & high school
(2003)In South Africa, many health and social problems such as HIV/AIDS, substance abuse, teenage pregnancy, truancy and violence are constantly on the increase. Measures to combat these problems have until now proved unsuccessful. ... -
Assessment of potentially inappropriate medicine prescribing for elderly patients in the South African private health sector
(North-West University (South Africa) , Potchefstroom Campus, 2016)The aim of this study was to investigate the medicine prescribing patterns for elderly patients in the private health sector of South Africa utilising different screening tools for potentially inappropriate prescribing. The ... -
An assessment of the biodistribution, biopersistence and toxicity of gold nanoparticles
(North-West University (South Africa) , Potchefstroom Campus, 2015)The interest in biomedical applications of gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) has increased dramatically in the last decade due to their ease of synthesis, unique surface and optical properties. The main driver of this surge in ... -
Assessment of the characteristics of chitosan processed by spherical agglomeration
(North-West University, 2005)Chitosan, derived from the most abundant natural polymer available next to cellulose, lacks the micrometric properties a pharmaceutical excipient intended for direct compression has to comprise. Excellent flowability, ... -
Assessment of the indoor air quality at the corporate offices of a South African mining company
(2013)The aim of the study was to evaluate the indoor air quality (IAQ) of a semi-airtight (the building only utilises mechanical means to ventilate the occupied spaces however an airtight seal is not established as a result of ... -
Assessment of the occupational exposure to cobalt at a base metal refinery
(2015)Objectives: The objectives for this study were (i) to assess the respiratory exposure of base metal refinery workers to cobalt sulphate; (ii) to assess the dermal exposure of these workers to cobalt sulphate; (iii) to ... -
Assessment of the quality of services provided by the home community based care programme to people infected and affected by HIV/AIDS
(North-West University, 2007)The North-West Province has the fifth highest prevalence of HIV/AIDS in the country and has an estimated HIV prevalence of 22.9%. On the 24th November 1999 cabinet approved a special allocation of funds to finance a National ... -
Assessment of the tableting properties of chitosan through wet granulation and direct compression formulations
(North-West University, 2004)Chitosan is a natural polysaccharide that is obtained by the partial deacetylation of chitin, the second most abundant natural polymer. Chitosan is currently extensively utilised in various pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical ...