This study looked at how burnout affects health workers involved in HIV testing and treatment in Zambia and South Africa. Using a standard burnout survey, researchers found that burnout was low among health workers, with less than 1% meeting the criteria for burnout. Factors like higher education, longer experience with HIV services, and witnessing stigma towards people with … [Read more...] about Prevalence and risk of burnout among HIV service providers in South Africa and Zambia: findings from the HPTN 071 (PopART) trial
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Factors Associated With Infant and Young Child Feeding Practices in Kaduna and Lagos States, Nigeria
This study examined factors affecting early initiation of breastfeeding (EIBF), exclusive breastfeeding (EBF), and minimum dietary diversity (MDD) in Kaduna and Lagos States, Nigeria. Using survey data from 6,008 participants, the study found that maternal knowledge, awareness, beliefs, and self-efficacy positively influenced EIBF, EBF, and MDD in both states. Breastfeeding … [Read more...] about Factors Associated With Infant and Young Child Feeding Practices in Kaduna and Lagos States, Nigeria
The Role of Health Management Information System to Track the Nature, Efficiency and Quality of Tasks Carried out by Community Health Workers In Reducing Child Mortality, With Specific Reference To Pneumonia And Diarrhoea in Nigeria
This study examines how Health Management Information Systems (HMIS) help Community Health Workers (CHWs) reduce child mortality from pneumonia and diarrhoea in Yobe and Taraba States, Nigeria. Using the District Health Information System (DHIS), the research found that Yobe State managed cases more efficiently due to better HMIS use. Despite data quality issues, HMIS has the … [Read more...] about The Role of Health Management Information System to Track the Nature, Efficiency and Quality of Tasks Carried out by Community Health Workers In Reducing Child Mortality, With Specific Reference To Pneumonia And Diarrhoea in Nigeria
Social patterns of loss to follow-up and non-adherence in the Limpopo Province prevention of mother-to-child transmission programmes
This study examines the challenges faced by HIV-positive mothers in the Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission (PMTCT) programs. Despite increased availability of PMTCT services, many mothers are lost to follow-up (LTFU) or fail to adhere to treatment, leading to new infections. Using a mixed-methods approach, the study found that social factors like family dynamics, fear … [Read more...] about Social patterns of loss to follow-up and non-adherence in the Limpopo Province prevention of mother-to-child transmission programmes
Exploration of Health Care Providers’ Knowledge-Based Care and Support Given to Family Members and Caregivers of People Living with Epilepsy
In South Africa, around half a million people live with epilepsy, affecting many families and caregivers. This study examined the knowledge and support healthcare providers offer to these families. Fifteen participants from Limpopo and Mpumalanga provinces were interviewed, including community health workers, nurse practitioners, and auxiliary nurses. Data analysis identified … [Read more...] about Exploration of Health Care Providers’ Knowledge-Based Care and Support Given to Family Members and Caregivers of People Living with Epilepsy