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Health promotion needs of physically disabled individuals with lower limb amputation in Rwanda
(Taylor and Francis, 2005)
PURPOSE. The objectives of the study were to identify the health-related behaviors among physically disabled individuals with lower limb amputation resident in Rwanda, the factors that influenced these behaviors, and the ...
Prevalence of hypertension among working adults in Rwanda
(Tehran University of Medical Sciences, 2013)
The main finding of this survey is not only the high prevalence (36%) of hypertension among employees in Rwanda but also the high prevalence of individuals not aware of their hypertension (33%).
Epidemiology of soccer-related injuries among male high school players in Kigali, Rwanda
(LAM Publications Limited, 2012)
Soccer in Rwandan high schools can expose players to the risk of injury warranting prevention programmes. The aim of this study was to determine the type, causes, severity and management of injuries among high school soccer ...
Factors influencing the job performance of nurses and midwives in postpartum units in two district hospitals in Rwanda
(UNISA Press, 2013)
The performance of nurses and midwives in postpartum units can influence maternal health as
well as infant survival. This study assessed factors influencing the performance of nurses and
midwives working in the postpartum ...
Peripheral neuropathy and quality of life of adults living with HIV/AIDS in the Rulindo district of Rwanda
(Taylor & Francis, 2012)
Although the life expectancy of people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWH) has increased in the past years, they could experience secondary
illness such as peripheral neuropathy (PN). Therefore, they need to adapt to chronic ...
Influence of previous participation in physical activity on its perceptions among tertiary institution students
(Africa Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation,Sport and Dance/LAM Publications Limited, 2006)
Physical inactivity is one of the leading causes of the
major non-communicable diseases, which contribute
substantially to the global burden of diseases, death
and disability. The burden of mortality, morbidity ...
Knowledge about modifiable risk factors for non-communicable diseases adults living with HIV in Rwanda
(African journals online (AJOL), 2019)
Non-communicable diseases (NCD) are of international public health concern. Of more concern are people living with HIV (PLHIV), who have the increased risk of developing NCDs, such as hypertension, stroke and diabetes.
Knowledge about modifiable risk factors for non-communicable diseases adults living with HIV in Rwanda
(African health science, 2019)
Non-communicable diseases (NCD) are of international public health concern. Of more concern are people living with HIV (PLHIV), who have the increased risk of developing NCDs, such as hypertension, stroke and diabetes. ...