• Fighting COVID-19 pandemic fatigue and complacency in Zimbabwe 

  Dzinamarira, Tafadzwa; Madziva, Roda; Murewanhema, Grant; Musuka, Godfrey; Chingombe, Innocent; Herrera, Helena; Chiyaka, Edward Tapfumaneyi; Dzinamarira, Tafadzwa (Elsevier, 2022-06)

  As COVID-19 continues to threaten local and global health, there are increased reports that the protracted COVID-19 pandemic is causing pandemic fatigue throughout the world. The World Health Organisation (WHO) defines ...
• The impact of the South African antiretroviral treatment programme on the age-standardised incidence rate of Kaposi sarcoma, 1999-2016 : an interrupted time series analysis 

  Majaya, Evidence; Girdler-Brown, B.V. (Brendan); Muchengeti, Mazvita; Singh, Elvira (Elsevier, 2021-01)

  OBJECTIVE : The objective of this study was to quantify the impact of the South African antiretroviral treatment programme on the age-standardised incidence rate of Kaposi sarcoma among black South African residents of ...
• Effect of sanitation interventions on health outcomes : a systematic review of cluster-randomized controlled trials in rural communities of low- and middle-income countries 

  Kanda, Artwell; Ncube, Esper Jacobeth; Voyi, K.V.V. (Kuku) (MDPI Publishing, 2021-08-05)

  A systematic review of published literature (2000–2019) evaluating the impact of sanitation interventions on the prevalence of disease, parasite infestation, and/or child growth using randomized controlled trials (RCTs) ...
• Selenium status, its interaction with selected essential and toxic elements, and a possible sex-dependent response In utero, in a South African birth cohort 

  Rollin, Halina B.; Channa, Kalavati; Olutola, Bukola Ganiyat; Odland, Jon Oyvind (MDPI Publishing, 2021-08-06)

  Selenium (Se) is an essential trace element and its deficiency in utero may affect fetus development and birth outcomes. The current study aimed to assess serum Se status at delivery and examine the possible association ...
• Socio-economic inequalities in access to drinking water among inhabitants of informal settlements in South Africa 

  Oskam, Marieke J.; Pavlova, Milena; Hongoro, Charles; Groot, Wim (MDPI Publishing, 2021-10-07)

  While evidence from several developing countries suggests the existence of socio-economic inequalities in the access to safe drinking water, a limited number of studies have been conducted on this topic in informal ...
• Socioeconomic inequalities and obesity in South Africa—a decomposition analysis 

  Goetjes, Eva; Pavlova, Milena; Hongoro, Charles; Groot, Wim (MDPI Publishing, 2021-08-31)

  BACKGROUND : Prior evidence shows that inequalities are related to overweight and obesity in South Africa. Using data from a recent national study, we examine the socioeconomic inequalities associated with obesity in ...
• Supervised Kohonen self-organizing maps of acute asthma from air pollution exposure 

  Kebalepile, Moses Mogakolodi; Dzikiti, Loveness Nyaradzo; Voyi, K.V.V. (Kuku) (MDPI Publishing, 2021-10-21)

  There are unanswered questions with regards to acute respiratory outcomes, particularly asthma, due to environmental exposures. In contribution to asthma research, the current study explored a computational intelligence ...
• Leaving no child behind : decomposing socioeconomic inequalities in child health for India and South Africa 

  Alaba, Olufunke A.; Hongoro, Charles; Thulare, Aquina; Lukwa, Akim Tafadzwa (MDPI Publishing, 2021-07-02)

  BACKGROUND : The United Nations’ 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development argues for the combating of health inequalities within and among countries, advocating for “leaving no one behind”. However, child mortality in ...
• The 2020 “WHO technical specifications for automated non-invasive blood pressure measuring devices with cuff” 

  John, Oommen; Campbell, Norm R.C.; Brady, Tammy M.; Farrell, Margret; Varghese, Cherian; Berumen, Adriana Velazquez; Ruiz Gaitan, Laura A. Velez; Toffelmire, Nicola; Ameel, Mohammad; Mideksa, Mulugeta; Jaffe, Marc G.; Schutte, Aletta E.; Khan, Taskeen; Lopez Meneses, Laura Patricia (Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins, 2021-03-30)

  High systolic blood pressure (BP) is the single leading modifiable risk factor for death worldwide. Accurate BP measurement is the cornerstone for screening, diagnosis, and management of hypertension. Inaccurate BP ...
• An analysis of the services provided by community health workers within an urban district in South Africa : a key contribution towards universal access to care 

  Thomas, Leena S.; Buch, Eric; Pillay, Yogan (BMC, 2021-02-18)

  INTRODUCTION : Community health worker teams are potential game-changers in ensuring access to care in vulnerable communities. Who are they? What do they actually do? Can they help South Africa realize universal ...
• An insight into the implementation of the global action plan on antimicrobial resistance in the WHO African region : a roadmap for action 

  Iwu, Chidozie Declan; Patrick, Sean Mark (Elsevier, 2021-10)

  INTRODUCTION : The Global Action Plan (GAP) on antimicrobial resistance (AMR) delivers a ‘One Health’ strategy for the development of the national action plan. It encourages the optimal use of antimicrobials and strengthens ...
• Hypertension associated with hearing loss and tinnitus among hypertensive adults at a tertiary hospital in South Africa 

  Ramatsoma, Hlologelo; Patrick, Sean Mark (Frontiers Media, 2022-03)

  INTRODUCTION : Hypertension is one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide, and has been associated with target organ damage. Effects of hypertension on the auditory system are varied and requires further ...
• Preventing and managing antimicrobial resistance in the African region : a scoping review protocol 

  Iwu-Jaja, Chinwe Juliana; Jaca, Anelisa; Jaja, Ishmael Festus; Jordan, Portia; Bhengu, Phelele; Iwu, Chidozie Declan; Okeibunor, Joseph; Karamagi, Humphrey; Tumusiime, Prosper; Fuller, Walter; Yahaya, Ali Ahmed; Wiysonge, Charles; Gahimbare, Laetitia (Public Library of Science, 2021-07)

  INTRODUCTION: Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) constitutes a significant threat to global health and food security, typically associated with high morbidity and mortality rate. The high burden of infectious diseases coupled ...
• Protocol for analysing the epidemiology of maternal mortality in Zimbabwe : a civil registration and vital statistics trend study 

  Musarandega, Reuben; Machekano, Rhoderick; Pattinson, Robert Clive; Munjanja, Stephen Peter (Public Library of Science, 2021-06)

  BACKGROUND: Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) carries the highest burden of maternal mortality, yet, the accurate maternal mortality ratios (MMR) are uncertain in most SSA countries. Measuring maternal mortality is challenging in ...
• Targeted screening of 11 bisphenols and 7 plasticizers in food composites from Canada and South Africa 

  Tian, Lei; Zheng, Jingyun; Pineda, Marco; Yargeau, Viviane; Furlong, Daniel; Chevrier, Jonathan; Bornman, Maria S. (Riana); Obida, Muvhulawa; Goodyer, Cindy Gates; Bayen, Stephane (Elsevier, 2022-08)

  A sensitive method based on ultrasound-assisted liquid extraction coupled with liquid chromatography was applied to screen 18 plastic-related contaminants in 168 food composites (namely fish fillets, chicken breast, canned ...
• Enhancing SARS-CoV-2 surveillance at ports of entry between South Africa and Zimbabwe due to anticipated increased human mobility during the festive period 

  Madziva, Roda; Murewanhema, Grant; Dzinamarira, Tafadzwa; Herrera, Helena; Musuka, Godfrey (Elsevier, 2021-11)

  The temporary labour migration of Zimbabwean citizens to South Africa (SA) is a long-standing practice. However, there has been an increased influx of Zimbabweans into SA (and other countries in the African region) over ...
• Assessing the external exposome using wearable passive samplers and high-resolution mass spectrometry among South African children participating in the VHEMBE study 

  Koelmel, Jeremy P.; Lin, Elizabeth Z.; DeLay, Kayley; Williams, Antony J.; Zhou, Yakun; Bornman, Maria S. (Riana); Obida, Muvhulawa; Chevrier, Jonathan; Godri Pollitt, Krystal J. (American Chemical Society, 2022-01)

  Children in low- and middle-income countries are often exposed to higher levels of chemicals and are more vulnerable to the health effects of air pollution. Little is known about the diversity, toxicity, and dynamics of ...
• Predictors of health-related quality of life among healthcare workers in the context of health system strengthening in Kenya 

  Muthuri, Rose Nabi Deborah Karimi; Senkubuge, Flavia; Hongoro, Charles (MDPI, 2021-12-25)

  Kenya is among the countries with an acute shortage of skilled health workers. There have been recurrent health worker strikes in Kenya due to several issues, some of which directly or indirectly affect their health. The ...
• Mobile health applications for disease screening and treatment support in low-and middle-income countries 

  Osei, Ernest; Mashamba‑Thompson, Tivani Phosa (Elsevier, 2021-03)

  The advances in mobile technologies and applications are driving the transformation in health services delivery globally. Mobile phone penetration is increasing exponentially in low-and middle-income countries, hence ...
• Senior managers’ experience with health, happiness, and motivation in hospitals and the perceived impact on health systems : the case of Meru County, Kenya 

  Muthuri, Rose Nabi Deborah Karimi; Senkubuge, Flavia; Hongoro, Charles (MDPI, 2021-03-18)

  Hospitals play a significant role in health systems. Studies among the health workforce have revealed their experiences with mental health challenges. In comparison, there is limited literature on their positive mental ...

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