University of Zambia ADHL Node: Recent submissions
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Appriopriate use of Hospital beds in an overburdened Teaching Hospital, in a developing country, a case study of the University Teaching Hospital, Lusaka, Zambia
(2012-08-10)A bed census was carried out on 16th June 1998 in the University Teaching Hospital (UTH)wards to look into appropriate use of hospital beds. The main objectives of the study were to determine the extent of appropriate ... -
Factors contributing to non-utilization of Antretroviral(ARVs) drug for prevention of mother to child transmission by HIV positive-Pregnant women in Lusaka, Zambia
(2012-08-10)Mother-to-Child Transmission (MTCT) is by far the largest source of HIV infection in children below the age of 15 years. Children who acquire the virus through Mother-to-Child Transmission do so before birth, during birth, ... -
Factors associated with risky sexual behavior in regard to HIV prevention among persons attending STD clinic at the University Teaching Hospital, Luska
(2012-08-10)The sexual transmission of human immunodeficiency virus (HV) continues at an alarming rate in Sub-Saharan Africa despite high knowledge levels of HIV. Some factors such as socioeconomic, culture, conmiunication skills and ... -
Coping strategies of families living with individuals suffering from HIV/AIDS : a case study of Kasama urban and peri-urban
(2012-08-09)OBJECTIVE: to determine the problems and the coping strategies of families living with individuals suffering from HIV/AIDS.DESIGN: Cross sectional study and Focus Group Discussion (FGD).SETTING Kasama urban and peri-urban ... -
Outcome of a two year prospective study of flexor tendon repair of the hand at the University Teaching Hospital, Lusaka
(2012-08-09)A two-year prospective study of Flexor Tendon repair at the University Teaching Hospital (UTH), Lusaka is presented. A total of 20 cases were seen in this period, with a total of 71 tendon repairs. Results were graded using ... -
Evaluation of Mortality among HIV patients on HAART in Lusaka, Zambia : An observational study
(2012-08-09)To evaluate mortality and determine the causes of death in HIV patients initiating HAART in Lusaka District clinics . Mortality was assessed in first patients enrolled between May, 2004 and May, 2005 in the Lusaka District ... -
Impact of Antiretroviral therapy on risky sexual behaviour of people living with HIV/AIDS on ART in Mansa
(2012-08-09)The use of ART has transformed HIV/AIDS into a chronic manageable condition among infected individuals. However, its use has raised concerns that it will increase the risky sexual behaviour among PLWHA on ART. ART enhances ... -
Prevalence and factors contributing to domestic violence against pregnant women attending antenatal clinics in Lusaka Urban
(2012-08-09)The problem of domestic violence is wide-spread and has continued over many years. It occurs in women of all racial backgrounds and social economic group. Pregnant women have not been spared from domestic violence. Physical ... -
Factors influencing male interest in the use of family planning : a comparative study of rural and urban communities in Monze district of Zambia
(2012-08-09)This study examined and compared factors that influenced lack of male interest in the use of family planning between the urban and rural communities of Monze District in the Southern Province of Zambia. It discusses findings ... -
Evaluation of In door Residual houseHold spraying:Challenges faced by Ndola Urban District
(2012-08-09)The study aimed at determining challenges associated with implementation of IRHS in Ndola urban district, Zambia. A cross sectional study was conducted at Ndola city council and public health offices along Broadway. All ... -
Determinants of the low prevalence of HIV/AIDS in Mwinilunga District in Northwestern Province, Zambia
(2012-08-08)HIV/AIDS is a major public health problem all over the world. It is a threat to economies and to the very fabric of our societies. In badly affected countries, the socioeconomic effect of this most destructive disease is ... -
Evaluation of the effect of Decentralization on Equity in the Health Sector Financial Resource allocation process in Zambia
(2012-08-08)The research contained in this document was done in order to identify the factors considered in the formula used for allocating financial resources in the Zambian health sector since implementation of the decentralization ... -
Career Aspirations of Zambia Medical Graduates Training for District Health Systems
(2012-08-08)There is increasing interest in assessing the medical manpower needs of Zambia. If doctors, who graduate in Zambia are to remain in the country they will need to have their career aspirations met.Objective: To assess the ... -
Outcome of Tuberculosis treatment in sputum positive patients after eight months of anti-tuberculosis therapy
(2012-08-08)The Study was conducted at the University Teaching Hospital (UTH), chest clinic. The purpose of the study was to find out the outcome of tuberculosis treatment in Sputum Positive Patients after eight months anti-tuberculosis ... -
Compliance in TB Chemotherapy: study of patients at George health center in Lusaka
(2012-08-08)Tuberculosis has emerged as the most serious infectious disease in terms of morbidity and mortality in Sub-saharan Africa. The disease can be prevented from spreading and those who get infected can be cured if they are ... -
Sexual behaviours and vulnerabilities to HIV: A case study of the hearing and visually impaired puipls of Munali boys and Munali girls High Schools in Lusaka
(2012-08-08)An institutional data set at Munali Boys and Munali Girls High Schools was showing an unknown gravity of HIV and sexual behaviours among the visually and hearing impaired pupils. Lack of information on the prevalence and ... -
The role of HIV/AIDS Home based care in promoting positive sexual behaviours among adolescents in Kabwe Urban
(2012-08-08)The home based care programme has been set up throughout the country. This was one of the responses to the ever-increasing prevalence rate of the Human Immune Deficiency Virus (HIV). While indeed many studies have documented ... -
Factors associated with staffing of Medical Doctors and Nurses in Rural Areas
(2012-08-08)Objective: To determine the factors associated with staffing of doctors and nurses in rural Health Institutions in Zambia.Design: This was a cross-sectional study using a structured self-administered closed and open-ended ... -
Community awareness and response to pulmonary tuberculosis in urban Lusaka, Zambia
(2012-08-08)Tuberculosis is a growing public health problem in sub-Saharan Africa, and indeed in Zambia. The high prevalence of TB since the mid 1980s, has been associated with HIV. This study sought to determine the level of awareness ... -
A study to determine the impact of health education on pregnant women who attend outreach clinics in Katete district
(2012-08-08)This study was conducted to determine the impact of health education on pregnant women who attended outreach clinics in Katele District. A comparative cross-sectional study with a structured interview schedule for the women ...