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Health SA Gesondheid

Published by AOSIS (Pty) Ltd • ISSN: 10259848

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Stakeholders’ perspectives on competency-based education program in Africa: A qualitative study

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Background: Competency-based education (CBE) is adopted to reform health professionals’ education. The goal is to produce graduates who are not only competent in their fields but also equipped with the necessary social accountability skills for safe practice. Aim: The study aimed to explore nursing …

Clinical indications for plain abdominal radiographs: A survey study among radiographers

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Background: Abdominal pain is a common complaint in the Emergency Department. Radiographers’ knowledge and practices regarding clinical indications for performing abdominal examinations are crucial in the results radiographs produced. Aim: To determine the knowledge and practices of radiographers re…

Needs and challenges of lay community health workers in a palliative care environment for orphans and vulnerable children

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Introduction The escalation of HIV/AIDS infections in the last decade has increased the need for palliative care community organizations to care for orphans and vulnerable children, who are in dire need of support. Many of these organizations depend on the services of lay community health workers to…