African Digital Health Library (ADHL): Recent submissions
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Accessing adolescent sexual and reproductive health services among undocumented migrants in South Africa
(University of Zambia, Medical Library, 2016)Adolescent sexual and reproductive health access continues to dominate the development agenda since the historic 1994 Cairo Conference and becomes a huge public health concern for the increasing diverse of undocumented ... -
Successful multi-partner response to a cholera outbreak in Lusaka, Zambia 2016
(University of Zambia, Medical Library, 2016)A Cholera outbreak was reported in Lusaka district between February and May 2016, with 1,079 cases and 20 deaths recorded in the per-urban areas. Bauleni catchment area alone reported 441 (40.9%) case patients with case ... -
Progress of WHO Zambia towards the WHO reforms through transformation agenda
(University of Zambia, Medical Library, 2016)WHO is going through reforms which started in 2011. The Reform process intensified when the WHO was put to the test during the Ebola outbreak in West Africa in 2014. Weaknesses observed raised widely expressed concern about ... -
The Lunar effect on delivery and other birth outcomes in rural Zambia
(University of Zambia, Medical Library, 2017)It is a widely held belief that the period of a full moon is associated with higher birth rates compared to periods when the moon is not full. We investigated whether more births occurred during a full moon in a rural ... -
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 ... -
Immunohistochemical expression of Vitamin-D Receptor in oral and skin squamous cell carcinoma of a black African Sub-population
(University of Zambia, Medical Library, 2017)The nuclear vitamin D receptor (VDR) is involved in multiple pathways that have a role to play in the biology of cancer. Recent evidence indicates that the active form of vitamin D (1alpha, 25-dihydroxycholecalciferol) ... -
The association between Antiretroviral Therapy with depression and health related quality of life in patients infected with HIV in Kasempa, Zambia
(University of Zambia, Medical Library, 2016)Many HIV-infected patients are accessing antiretroviral therapy (ART) in Zambia. This has enabled them to live longer. However, it is necessary to determine whether such improvements are accompanied with parallel ... -
Modes of presentation,management and outcome of retinoblastoma treatment at University Teaching Hospital
(University of Zambia, Medical Library, 2016)To establish the presentation, management and short-term outcomes of retinoblastoma treatment at UTH from January 2006- December 2012. Treatment outcomes 6 months after initiation of treatment at The statistical ... -
Comparative study of Mycobacterium Tuberculosis in hospitalised adult HIV infected patients with normal and abnormal renal function at the University Teaching Hospital, Lusaka, Zambia
(University of Zambia, Medical Library, 2016)Mycobacterium tuberculosis (TB) remains a leading cause of mortality and morbidity worldwide, including Zambia, especially among those infected withthe Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). Both kidney dysfunction and TB ... -
Assessment of the Regulatory Framework for Maternal, Newborn Child Health and Nutrition (MNCH&N) Services in Zambia:
(University of Zambia, Medical Library, 2014-07)Many national reports have indicated the decline in both maternal and childhood mortality in Zambia since the Millennium Declaration by the United Nations. The decline has, however, been slower for neonatal mortality. ... -
The effect of pulmonary tuberculosis on neurocognitive function in HIV infected adult patients in Lusaka, Zambia
(University of Zambia, Medical Library, 2016)To explore the effects of Pulmonary Tuberculosison neurocognitive functions in HIV+ adults in Lusaka, Zambia. In a retrospective and prospective case-control study, Global Deficit Score (GDS) was ... -
Health facility and health worker baseline assessment for reproductive, maternal, neonatal, child health and nutrition services
(University of Zambia, Medical Library, 2015-02)Rationale for the baseline health facility and health worker evaluation continued, stronger and coordinated efforts are needed to reduce health disparities, ensure high coverage, and move Zambia closer to its MDG targets. ... -
Medical equipment standard lists for 2nd level hospitals
(University of Zambia, Medical Library, 2012-09)Our health services have been stratified into various levels in order to provide the range of health care from primary to specialist care as close to the families as possible. Each level of care is designed to provide ... -
Medical equipment management guidelines
(University of Zambia, Medical Library, 2012-09)The Ministry of Health together with its partners realizes that efficient and effective delivery of clinical care is highly dependent on the availability of appropriate equipment and accessories which are in good functioning ... -
Upgrading guidelines/information of health facilities and utilities
(University of Zambia, Medical Library, 2016-03)The Ministry of Health together with its partners realizes that efficient and effective delivery of clinical care is highly dependent on the availability of appropriately upgraded environment, which is in well facilitated ... -
Prevalence of deep vein thrombosis and associated factors in adult medical patients admitted to the University Teaching Hospital, Lusaka, Zambia
(University of Zambia, Medical Library, 2016)Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE) collectively referred to as venous thromboembolism (VTE) are associated with significant morbidity and mortality worldwide. DVT is common in hospitalized patients with ... -
Community Based Volunteers Skills Audit Survey Report
(University of Zambia, Medical Library, 2014-11)Following the realignment of the functions of social welfare, community development and maternal and child health under one ministry, the ministry of Community Development, Mother and Child Health (MCDMCH) – a research ... -
Baseline Household Survey LQAS Zambia
(University of Zambia, Medical Library, 2015-11)As part of national efforts to reduce maternal, neonatal and child mortality, the Ministry of Community Development /Mother and Child Health and UNICEF Zambia, with support from the European Union (EU) is implementing a ... -
WHO, Country Cooperation Strategy (2017-2021)
(University of Zambia, Medical Library, 2017)The attainment of the highest possible standard of health for all remains the major commitment of the WHO. This third generation of the WHO Country Cooperation Strategy (CCS) for Zambia will cover the years 2017-2021. It ... -
Health Sector Supply Chain Strategy and Implementation Plan (2015-2017)
(University of Zambia, Medical Library, 2015)The procurement and supply of essential medicines and medical supplies has been a key concern within the health sector in Zambia since the 1970s. During these last five decades, a number of significant interventions have ...
