The distribution of blinkrate among Malawian young adults: a cross-sectional study
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Mayamiko Mbamba, Thokozani Mzumara, Precious Chisale
Blink rate is a critical sign for numerous systemic and ocular conditions in medicine, however, the literature reports varying values for the parameter. Hence, the …
Adherence to prophylaxis and bleeding outcome: A multicenter Nigerian study
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Theresa Ukamaka Nwagha, Helen Chioma Okoye, Saleh Yuguda
In Nigeria, low-dose prophylaxis is the standard of care as it reduces bleeding, development of target joints, arthropathy, and improvement of quality of life. Non-adherence …
Efficacy of HIV and AIDS education programs in the Elmina fishing community in Ghana
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Sylvester Kyei‐Gyamfi
Abstract One of the most important steps in HIV prevention is the provision of education to raise awareness to ensure individuals have a sufficient understanding …
People’s perception and involvement in improving urban greenery in Benin (West Africa)
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Bokon Alexis Akakpo, Appollonia Aimiosino Okhimamhe, Vincent A. O. Orekan
Abstract Urban sustainable development is a feat to achieve, particularly within African nations. Current patterns of urban expansion are creating multiple problems to urban greenery …
Infrastructure for bioinformatics applications in Tanzania: Lessons from the Sickle Cell Programme
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Liberata Mwita, William Frank Mawalla, Frank R. Mtiiye
Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a common genetic disorder in Africa. Some ongoing work in SCD research includes the analysis and comparisons of variation in …
Development and validation of an ultraviolet-visible spectrophotometric method for quantifying oxytetracycline for veterinary use
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Jacques Mbuyi Kaluka Tshibamba, Jocelyn Mankulu Kakumba, Timothy Mavanga Mabaya
Livestock breeding plays a key role in sub-Saharan Africa because it is an important source of highly valued protein in the human diet, and because …
Developing a two-parameter Liu estimator for the COM–Poisson regression model: Application and simulation
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Mohamed R. Abonazel, Fuad A. Awwad, Elsayed Tag Eldin
The Conway–Maxwell–Poisson (COMP) model is defined as a flexible count regression model used for over- and under-dispersion cases. In regression analysis, when the explanatory variables …
Spatial distribution and trends of anemia among pregnant women in Ethiopia: EDHS 2005–2016
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Molla Abate Ayele, Haile Mekonnen Fenta, Dereje Tesfaye Zike
Background: Anemia is a public health problem affecting both developed and developing nations worldwide with a significant consequence on health and economic growth. The problem …
A logarithmically amortising temperature effect for supervised learning of wheat solar disinfestation of rice weevil Sitophilus oryzae (Coleoptera: Curculionidae) using plastic bags
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Mohammed M. Abdelsamea, Mohamed Medhat Gaber, Aliyuda Ali
This work investigates the effectiveness of solar heating using clear polyethylene bags against rice weevil Sitophilus oryzae (L.), which is one of the most destructive …
Analysis of dog bite surveillance data, Volta Region, Ghana, 2020
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Sahr Raymond Gborie, Gyesi Razak Issahaku, Harriet Affran Bonful
Introduction Dog bite is the second most common injury sustained by humans after snake bites, and it is amongst the top 12 causes of non-fatal …
Pre-stressed anchor cable force evolution laws of plane sliding bedding slopes
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Victor Mwango Bowa, Eugie Kabwe
Abstract This paper aims to understand how anchor cable force evolution laws can improve reinforcement designs. The self-developed weak plane sustained deterioration technology was conducted …
Child health promotion during the COVID-19 pandemic: A health and welfare sector collaboration
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Nompumelelo Ntshingila, Alida S. du Plessis-Faurie
BACKGROUND: Fragmented service provision and a lack of efficient cooperation between health and welfare sectors serving children and families remain ongoing challenges in South Africa. …
Promoting customer advocacy in the ride-hailing sector: A generational cohort perspective
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Estelle van Tonder, Daniël J. Petzer
Background: Growth in the ride-hailing sector has contributed to intense competition among Transportation Network Companies (TNCs), with many new platforms entering the market and TNC …
Role of change leadership styles on cognitive rigidity at selected automobile dealerships in Durban, South Africa
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Nonye Chukwuma, Loganathan Narayansamy Govender, Stanley Chibuzor Onwubu
Leadership is a core component of organizational management, but its functions are getting more complex with the increasing involvement of changes taking place in the …
Healthcare provider-focused antimicrobial stewardship in sub-Saharan Africa: opportunities and challenges
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Torre Dunlea, Shauna Richards, Tiziana Lembo
On the Efficiency of the Advanced TWA Approach to the 60-GHz Microstrip Antenna Analysis for 5G Wireless Communication Systems
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Mohamed Ayari
The bandwidth demand in mobile wireless applications has grown at an astounding rate due to the fast evolution of technology, spurring the antenna design fields. …
Cutting Parameter Optimization based on Online Temperature Measurements
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Abdelillah Djamal Kara Ali, Nasreddine Benhadji Serradj, M. E. A. Ghernaout
The deformation of metallic materials during the machining operation requires a significant amount of energy. During the chip formation process and due to the plastic …
Static and Seismic Stability of a Slope Reinforced with Two Rows of Piles
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Lokmane El-Hakim Chekroun, Nadir Boumechra
The use of piles for slide stabilization is considered among the most important innovative reinforcement techniques. Piles have been successfully used in many situations to …
Effect of Pre-Test Drying Temperature on the Properties of Lateritic Soils.
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Lekan Olatayo Afolagboye, Zaccheaus Olajide Arije, Abel Ojo Talabi
The properties of residual soils, according to literature, are sensitive to the pre-test drying method given to the sample prior to testing. Similarly, residual soils …
Trauma survivors’ perceptions and experiences of prolonged exposure for PTSD at a psychology clinic
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Duane D. Booysen, Ashraf Kagee
Background: Several trauma-focused treatments have been developed to treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Yet there are limited studies on how trauma survivors perceive and experience …