African health sciences
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African health sciences · Jun 2023
Prevalence and demographic risk factors for overweight and obesity among healthcare workers at Uasin Gishu County hospital, Kenya.
Healthcare workers are under continual pressure to be an example to the public on Body Mass Index (BMI). While prior studies have focused on the general population, data on overweight and obesity is limited among healthcare workers. ⋯ High prevalence of obesity among healthcare workers is of concern, especially on the issue of central obesity. Intervention among the health workers should be considered.
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African health sciences · Jun 2023
Risk factors for hypoglycemia in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus after intensive insulin therapy and blood glucose monitoring strategy.
To explore the risk factors for hypoglycemia in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) after intensive insulin therapy and the blood glucose monitoring strategy. ⋯ During intensive insulin therapy by multiple subcutaneous injections, the clinical effect of instantaneous scanning glucose test system on T2DM patients is better than that of glucometer.
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African health sciences · Jun 2023
Job satisfaction among rehabilitation professionals employed in public health facilities in KwaZulu-Natal.
Job satisfaction is essential in stimulating productivity and efficiency in the health sector. Dissatisfied employees are likely to leave, which places an added burden considering the shortage of health workers. Rehabilitation professionals form a critical component of the public health workforce. ⋯ Participants displayed a low level of job satisfaction. Rehabilitation services should be prioritized, and appropriate recognition should be granted to rehabilitation professionals in order to enhance job satisfaction.
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African health sciences · Jun 2023
Meta AnalysisGarlic supplementation for the treatment of chronic liver disease: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.
The efficacy of garlic supplementation for chronic liver disease remains controversial. We conduct a meta-analysis to explore the influence of garlic supplementation versus placebo on the treatment of chronic liver disease. ⋯ Garlic supplementation is effective to treat chronic liver disease.
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African health sciences · Jun 2023
Exclusive breastfeeding knowledge and practice among nursing mothers in selected healthcare facilities in Kaduna Metropolis, Nigeria.
Exclusive breast feeding (EBF) in the first six months of life is recognized as an indispensable component of survival, physical and mental development of children. Despite the enormous benefits of EBF, only 39% of infants less than 6 months of age are exclusively breastfed globally. ⋯ Findings from this study showed that most of the participants had a very good knowledge of EBF and are practicing it.