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Formulation, in vitro release and transdermal diffusion of acyclovir and ketoconazole for skin conditions in HIV/AIDS patients
(North-West University, 2009)
The aim of this in vitro study was to investigate the efficacy of the novel Pheroid™ technology system in a semi-solid dosage form, for the topical delivery of acyclovir (5% w/w), an anti-viral agent and ketoconazole (2% ...
An empowering programme of HIV/AIDS and life skills for adolescents
(North-West University, 2006)
The aim of the research was to investigate the needs of adolescents and to determine their attitude, knowledge and skills regarding HIV/AIDS and life skills. The next step was to develop an empowering program to teach them ...
Riglyne vir 'n MIV/VIGS-hulpverleningsprogram aan adolessente ter voorbereiding op ouers se afsterwe
(North-West University (South-Africa), 2002)
This research was undertaken to determine the needs of adolescents and their
experience of the death of their parents due to AIDS. AIDS is a still growing pandemic
that is eliminating thousands of lives in South Africa ...
The need for social work intervention in a rural community regarding unemployment and HIV/AIDS
(North-West University, 2008)
South Africa is characterized by large-scale unemployment and it has been severe
among women, especially those in rural areas. Unemployment has increased the
vulnerability of many households therefore most rural ...
The safety of infant feeding practices in a semi-urban community in the North-West Province
(North-West University, 2007)
In this mini-dissertation the aim was to explore and describe the safety of infant feeding practices. It is argued that safe infant feeding practices can have a positive and long term effect on the health status and growth ...
A preventative group work programme on HIV/AIDS for high school learners in a rural area
(North-West University, 2004)
There is a well-documented evidence to confirm that the largest number of
people living with the HI-virus is in Africa and especially in South Africa. The
prospect of a significant breakthrough in treatment looks uncertain ...
Antenatal care for HIV positive women
(North-West University, 2007)
Approximately 29.1% of South African women of childbearing age tested HIV positive during their first antenatal visit in 2006 (DoH, 2007). This rate of HIV amongst the women of childbearing age reinforces the importance ...
A retrospective analysis of the usage patterns of antiretroviral drugs : a pharmacoeconomic approach
(North-West University, 2008)
More people living with HIV/AIDS reside in South Africa than any other country in the world, and the nation faces colossal challenges in broadening its response to the now-mature and widespread HIV epidemic (WHO, 2005:1). ...
Prescribing patterns of antiretroviral drugs in the private health care sector in South Africa : a drug utilisation review
(North-West University, 2005)
HIV/AIDS is already the leading cause of death worldwide (Unicef et al., 2004:10) with more than 5 million people out of a total of 46 million South Africans that were HIV positive in 2004, giving a total population ...
Social work services for children affected by HIV/AIDS in a rural area
(North-West University, 2005)
HIV/AIDS infections are an increasingly alarming pandemic, therefore it will remain
being a challenge and a priority. The efforts of all participating and active stakeholders are appreciated in the fight against HIV/AIDS.
This ...