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pro vyhledávání: '"Peter A. M. Ntenda"'
Autor:
Mfundi P. S. Motsa, Wanda Estinfort, Yohane V. A. Phiri, Maswati S. Simelane, Peter A. M. Ntenda
Publikováno v:
BMC Public Health, Vol 23, Iss 1, Pp 1-10 (2023)
Abstract Background Cervical cancer stands as one of the most prevalent cancer types among women, despite its preventable nature through early screening and vaccination strategies. The link between being overweight or obese and various adverse health
Externí odkaz:
https://doaj.org/article/20c7d62988594b8083c24ea50e0f35e1
Autor:
Peter A. M. Ntenda, Angeziwa C. Chirambo, Owen Nkoka, Walaa M. El-Meidany, Jessy Goupeyou-Youmsi
Publikováno v:
Malaria Journal, Vol 21, Iss 1, Pp 1-14 (2022)
Abstract Background Iron status is considered as a continuum from an iron deficiency with anaemia, without anaemia, varying amounts of stored iron to iron overload. The burden of Plasmodium falciparum infections is typically high among school-aged ch
Externí odkaz:
https://doaj.org/article/2ee157c7397e428697e17972c2aa866a
Publikováno v:
BMC Cardiovascular Disorders, Vol 22, Iss 1, Pp 1-10 (2022)
Abstract Background Diabetes is increasingly becoming a public health problem in developing countries like The Gambia. Prevention of diabetes and appropriate management of the disease largely depends on correct knowledge of the risk factors and signs
Externí odkaz:
https://doaj.org/article/bdb2b995099546c199d22aa506c185cc
Autor:
Peter A. M. Ntenda, Alick Sixpence, Tisungane E. Mwenyenkulu, Kondwani Mmanga, Angeziwa C. Chirambo, Andy Bauleni, Owen Nkoka
Publikováno v:
BMC Public Health, Vol 22, Iss 1, Pp 1-11 (2022)
Abstract Background Every year, vaccination averts about 3 million deaths from vaccine-preventable diseases (VPDs). However, despite that immunization coverage is increasing globally, many children in developing countries are still dropping out of va
Externí odkaz:
https://doaj.org/article/bb07a56fc0f44e7fa38fb1d8d0b68c7b
Autor:
Andy Bauleni, Fentanesh N. Tiruneh, Tisungane E. Mwenyenkulu, Owen Nkoka, Gowokani C. Chirwa, Steve Gowelo, Michael G. Chipeta, Peter A. M. Ntenda
Publikováno v:
Parasites & Vectors, Vol 15, Iss 1, Pp 1-14 (2022)
Abstract Background Despite the limited knowledge regarding the effects of deworming medication (DM) on nutritional indicators in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), deworming programmes continue to be implemented in resource-limited countries. Therefore, the
Externí odkaz:
https://doaj.org/article/8170af1cf75e4c45860bbc44be2b17d6
Publikováno v:
BMC Women's Health, Vol 21, Iss 1, Pp 1-9 (2021)
Abstract Background Maternal and child health care (MCH) services aim at improving the overall health outcomes of both the mother and newborn. Intimate partner violence (IPV) has been linked with poor health outcomes and under usage of MCH services.
Externí odkaz:
https://doaj.org/article/ab4dbee9a1414c76bad5dbe9561e5c93
Autor:
Peter A. M. Ntenda, Razak Mussa, Steve Gowelo, Alick Sixpence, Andy Bauleni, Atusayi Simbeye, Alfred Matengeni, Ernest Matola, Godfrey Banda, Christopher C. Stanley, Susan Banda, Owen Nkoka
Publikováno v:
BMC Infectious Diseases, Vol 21, Iss 1, Pp 1-13 (2021)
Abstract Background Correct knowledge about transmission of tuberculosis (TB) can influence better health-seeking behaviors, and in turn, it can aid TB prevention in society. Therefore, this study aimed to examine the prevalence and predictors of sel
Externí odkaz:
https://doaj.org/article/6c27ad1458c4452099b9590419a1ce97
Autor:
Alick Sixpence, Owen Nkoka, Gowokani C. Chirwa, Edith B. Milanzi, Charles Mangani, Don P. Mathanga, Peter A. M. Ntenda
Publikováno v:
Malaria Journal, Vol 19, Iss 1, Pp 1-13 (2020)
Abstract Background Malawi is a malaria-endemic country and approximately 6 million cases are reported annually. Improving knowledge of malaria causes and symptoms, and the overall perception towards malaria and its preventive measures is vital for m
Externí odkaz:
https://doaj.org/article/e5c25b61c78449c595f4bf6bd92cebcc
Autor:
Owen Nkoka, Watanja M. Mphande, Peter A. M. Ntenda, Edith B. Milanzi, Victor Kanje, Shiaau J. G. Guo
Publikováno v:
BMC Public Health, Vol 20, Iss 1, Pp 1-12 (2020)
Abstract Background Malawi has a high fertility rate which is also characterized by a relatively high prevalence of unmet need for contraception. However, little is known about the influence of individual- and community- level characteristics on unme
Externí odkaz:
https://doaj.org/article/95ff4d2f15254c8e96aa502d9ced8a7f
Publikováno v:
International Breastfeeding Journal, Vol 14, Iss 1, Pp 1-9 (2019)
Abstract Background Breastfeeding practices such as early initiation of breast milk and exclusive breastfeeding are key to the reduction of childhood morbidity and mortality. Despite the importance of these practices, rates of timely initiation of br
Externí odkaz:
https://doaj.org/article/f94d6df45fd2430c83c7c05965c99fd6