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Leaf identification using radial basis function neural networks and SSA based support vector machine
In this research, an efficient scheme to identify leaf types is proposed. In that scheme, the leaf boundary points are …
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Relationship between weather conditions and the physicochemical characteristics of cladodes and mucilage from two cactus pear species
Climate change, limited water resources and expected population increases would require crops which contribute toward more resilient, more productive, more …
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Catastrophic health expenditures arising from out-of-pocket payments: Evidence from South African income and expenditure surveys
This study examines catastrophic health expenditures and the potential for such payments to impoverish South African households. The analysis applies …
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Factorial validity of the Twi versions of five measures of mental health and well-being in Ghana
BACKGROUND: Mental health is considered an integral part of human health. Reliable and valid measurement instruments are needed to assess …
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Spectrum of antibiotic resistant bacteria and fungi isolated from chronically infected wounds in a rural district hospital in Ghana
BACKGROUND: Chronic infected wounds are generally difficult to manage and treatment can be particularly challenging in resource-limited settings where diagnostic …
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Prevalence, associated factors and perspectives of HIV testing among men in Uganda
BACKGROUND: Despite overall increase in HIV testing, more men than women remain untested. In 2018, 92% of Ugandan women but …
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Hypertension among people living with human immunodeficiency virus receiving care at referral hospitals of Northwest Ethiopia: A cross-sectional study
INTRODUCTION: Hypertension among HIV positive patients in low- and middle-income countries has got little attention and data on the problem …
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Serum selenium levels of pre-eclamptic and normal pregnant women in Nigeria: A comparative study
INTRODUCTION: Trace element selenium, an antioxidant, and peroxynitrite scavenger when incorporated into selenoproteins and enzymes reduce oxidative stress which is …
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Prevalence and characteristics of HIV drug resistance among antiretroviral treatment (ART) experienced adolescents and young adults living with HIV in Ndola, Zambia
BACKGROUND: HIV drug resistance (HIVDR) poses a threat to the HIV epidemic control in Zambia especially in sub-populations such as …
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Environmental determinants influencing anthrax distribution in Queen Elizabeth Protected Area, Western Uganda
Bacillus anthracis, the bacteria that causes anthrax, a disease that primarily affects herbivorous animals, is a soil borne endospore-forming microbe. …
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Characteristics of pulmonary multidrug-resistant tuberculosis patients in Tigray Region, Ethiopia: A cross-sectional study
BACKGROUND: Tuberculosis (TB) is among the top 10 causes of mortality and the first killer among infectious diseases worldwide. One …
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Coverage of completion of four ANC visits based on recommended time schedule in Northern Ethiopia: A community-based cross-sectional study design
BACKGROUND: Despite decades of implementation of maternal health care programs, the uptake of antenatal care services based on the recommended …
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Assessment of missed opportunities for vaccination in Kenyan health facilities, 2016
BACKGROUND: In November 2016, the Kenya National Vaccines and Immunization Programme conducted an assessment of missed opportunities for vaccination (MOV) …
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Pathogens, endosymbionts, and blood-meal sources of host-seeking ticks in the fast-changing Maasai Mara wildlife ecosystem
The role of questing ticks in the epidemiology of tick-borne diseases in Kenya's Maasai Mara National Reserve (MMNR), an ecosystem …
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Optimization of the roasting conditions to lower acrylamide content and improve the nutrient composition and antioxidant properties of Coffea arabica
Roasting is the most common method of processing coffee. During roasting, aromatic compounds are generated due to various reactions, which …
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Incidence and associated factors for hypotension after spinal anesthesia during cesarean section at Gandhi Memorial Hospital Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
BACKGROUND: Spinal anesthesia is a type of regional anesthesia that has been practicing for obstetric anesthesia since the beginning of …
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Alcohol and substance use among first-year students at the University of Nairobi, Kenya: Prevalence and patterns
OBJECTIVE: Increase in alcohol and substance use among college students is a global public health concern. It is associated with …
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Biochar and gypsum amendment of agro-industrial waste for enhanced black soldier fly larval biomass and quality frass fertilizer
Black soldier fly (BSF) (Hermetia illucens L.) is one of the most efficient bio-waste recyclers. Although, waste substrate amendments with …
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Health literacy: Prevalence and determinants in Lagos State, Nigeria
BACKGROUND: Poor health literacy has been associated with poorer physical and mental health function, and higher emergency department and hospital …
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Feasibility and acceptability of a pilot, peer-led HIV self-testing intervention in a hyperendemic fishing community in rural Uganda
BACKGROUND: Novel interventions are needed to reach young people and adult men with HIV services given the low HIV testing …