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Heavy metal levels in drinking water sources and their potential human health risks in Chingola district of Zambia
(The University of Zambia, 2017)One of the factors impeding access to safe water is water pollution. Of particular concern is heavy metal contamination of water bodies. This study was aimed at determining the levels of heavy metals in drinking water ... -
Heavy metals in waste water, soil and vegetables around Chunga gardens in Lusaka and their potential health risks
(The University of Zambia, 2020)Dietary exposure to several heavy metals at high concentrations including Cadmium (Cd), Copper (Cu), Lead (Pb) and Zinc (Zn), have been recognized as a risk to human health. This is through the consumption of vegetables. ... -
Helicobacter Pylori Infection in Patients Referred for Endoscopy at The University Teaching Hospital, Lusaka
(2012-07-25)A prospective study was conducted to determine the frequency of occurrence of Helicobacter pylori (H.pylori) infection in out-patients presenting to the gastroenterology unit of the University Teaching Hospital (UTH), ... -
Hepatitis B Surface Antigen (HbsAg):
(Medical Journal of Zambia., 1983-10)The frequency of HBsAg in health workers at University Teaching Hospital appears high (3.10/o) as compared to Western health workers. The laboratory staff and the nursing staff are at higher risk ... -
Hepatitis B Vaccination coverage and the determinants of vaccination in Health Care Workers in seleted Health facilities
(University of Zambia, 2017)Background: Hepatitis B is a viral infection of the liver and causes both acute and chronic disease. It is transmitted through contact with an infected person’s bodily fluids. It is an occupational hazard for health care ... -
Hermolytic disease of the newborn among newborn babies with ABO incompatibility,at the University teaching Hospital,Lusaka,Zambia
(2012-10-15)Introduction: Hemolytic disease of the newborn is a clinical condition in which fetal red blood cells are destroyed by maternal allo-antibodies directed red blood cell antigens acquired from the father. Justification: In ... -
Herpertitis B and C Viral Co-infection in HIV infected Patients enrolled in the Antiretrovial Treatment Program at the Universiity Teaching Hospital in Lusaka, Zambia
(2012-06-21)Hepatitis B and C viral co-infection in HIV infected patients enrolled in the antiretroviral treatment program at the University Teaching Hospital in Lusaka, Zambia.There are currently few studies describing the prevalence ... -
High Cervical Meningioma: A Patient Case Report and Literature Review
(Medical Journal of Zambia, 2016-04)Cervical spine meningiomas are uncommon. They present with motor, sensory and other nonspecific symptoms like pain. We present a first case at our hospital. A 33yr old female presented with 5months history of spastic ... -
The histological appearances of the adult kidney in HIV infection at autopsy at the University Teaching Hospital in Lusaka
(University of Zambia, Medical Library, 2017)Kidney disease in acquired immunodeficiency syndrome is very common. The cause of the various histological appearances include HIV infection of the kidney, immunologic responses to the virus, opportunistic infections, ... -
The histological appearances of the adult Kidney in HIV infection at autopsy at the University Teaching Hospital in Lusaka
(University of Zambia, 2016)Introduction: Kidney disease in acquired immunodeficiency syndrome is very common. The cause of the various histological appearances include HIV infection of the kidney, immunologic responses to the virus, opportunistic ... -
A histological autopsy Study of the thyroid gland in HIV infected adults at the University Teaching Hospital in Lusaka, Zambia
(University of Zambia, Medical Library, 2016)Despite the high prevalence of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) in Zambia, not much is known about the spectrum of thyroid lesions in patients with Acquired Immune Deficiency Virus, (AIDS). Patients with ... -
A Histological Autopsy Study of the Thyroid in HIV Infected adults at the University Teaching Hospital in Lusaka, Zambia in the period 2010 - 2012
(University of Zambia, 2016)The thyroid gland is a butterfly-shaped endocrine organ located below and anterior to the larynx, at the base of the neck. It consists of two bulky lateral lobes connected by a thin isthmus. The thyroid gland produces, ... -
Histomorphology of Bone marrow from Adult Pancytopenic Patients at the University Teaching Hospital in Lusaka, Zambia
(Medical Journal of Zambia, 2019-01)Pancytopenia is a haematologic condition characterised by leukopenia, anaemia and thrombocytopenia. Pancytopenia is not a diagnosis and has to be qualified by determination of its cause. The aetiologies of pancytopenia are ... -
Histopathologic and Demographic patterns of surgically treated thyroid disease at University Teaching Hospital(UTH), Lusaka
(2014-02-14)Background: Thyroid gland disease isa common disorder of the endocrine system worldwide.This disease varies according to the environment. The aim of this study is to determine histopathologic patterns of thyroid disease ... -
HIV : antibody among tuberculous patients in Zambia
(2012-07-25)Sera from 72 tuberculosis patients obtained from U.T.H. (Urban - 40 patients) and Katete (Rural - 32 patients) and 144 controls matched for age and sex were analysed for anti-bodies to HIV. The testing was by a specific ... -
HIV and AIDS Risk awareness and sexual behavior among young women (15-24 years)in Mufulira urban
(2013-01-18)The aim of the study was to determine HIV and AIDS risk awareness and sexual behavior among young women aged 15-24 years and factors that influence risky sexual behavior in Mufulira urban. The theoretical framework for ... -
HIV incidence during pregnancy in selected Rural and Urban Health facilities in Zambia
(2015-02-17)Despite high coverage of PMTCT services and the prevention strategies offered at ANC, new HIV infections in pregnant women are still occurring. The aim of this study was to measure the incidence of HIV during pregnancy and ... -
HIV infection as an occupational health problem among minibus and taxi drivers in Lusaka urban : prevalence and risk factors associated with HIV infection
(2012-08-15)This is a descriptive cross-sectional study designed to investigate HIV prevalence and risk factors associated with HIV infection among minibus and taxi drivers (MBTDs) in Lusaka urban. The study was conducted at three ... -
HIV-1 seroprevalence among paediatric admissions at the University Teaching Hospital (UTH) - Lusaka
(2012-07-25)The seroprevalence of human immunodeficiency virus type l(HIV-l) among paediatric admissions were studied at the University Teaching Hospital (UTH) Lusaka, Zambia during the period from 22nd November to 15th December, ...