Volume 14(1); 2022

Original Research

Satisfaction with life and psychological distress during the COVID-19 pandemic: An Egyptian online cross-sectional study

Ahmed H. El-Monshed, Ahmed Loutfy, Moustafa T. Saad, Ahmed S. Ali, Abdel-Hady El-Gilany, Ahmed Soliman Mohamed, Mahmoud Salah, Mohamed Zoromba

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 2896. Published online 2022 Jan 31. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.2896

PMCID:: PMC8831996

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Challenges experienced by community health workers and their motivation to attend a self-management programme

Levona J. Johnson, Laura H. Schopp, Firdouza Waggie, José M. Frantz

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 2911. Published online 2022 Jan 12. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.2911

PMCID:: PMC8831930

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Prevalence of and factors associated with contraceptive discontinuation in Kenya

Wambui Kungu, Alfred Agwanda, Anne Khasakhala

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 2992. Published online 2022 May 24. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.2992

PMCID:: PMC9210174

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Review Article

Patient satisfaction with the Nigerian National Health Insurance Scheme two decades since establishment: A systematic review and recommendations for improvement

Onyemaechi Nwanaji-Enwerem, Paul Bain, Zoe Marks, Pamaji Nwanaji-Enwerem, Catherine A. Staton, Ayobami Olufadeji, Jamaji C. Nwanaji-Enwerem

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3003. Published online 2022 Jan 13. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3003

PMCID:: PMC8831992

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Original Research

Choix thérapeutiques des hypertendus et diabétiques en milieu rural : Une étude mixte dans deux zones de santé de l’Est de la République Démocratique du Congo

Aimé C. Mwana-wabene, Samuel M. Lwamushi, Christian M. Eboma, Pacifique M-B. Lyab, Bonfils Cheruga, Hermès Karemere, Albert T. Mwembo, Ghislain B. Balaluka, Faustin C. Mukalenge

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3004. French. Publication en ligne 2022 sept. 29. DOI : 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3004

PMCID:: PMC9575352

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Clinical associates and access to healthcare in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa

Grace Isembatya, Aloysious Kakia, Jehu E. Iputo

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3027. Published online 2022 Mar 28. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3027

PMCID:: PMC8991084

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A comparative study of postnatal depression and associated factors in Gauteng and Free State provinces, South Africa

Kebogile Mokwena, Perpetua Modjadji

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3031. Published online 2022 Sep 30. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3031

PMCID:: PMC9575337

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Maternity healthcare providers’ self-perceptions of well-being during COVID-19: A survey in Tshwane Health District, South Africa

Sarie Oosthuizen, Anne-Marie Bergh, Antonella Silver, Refilwe Malatji, Vivian Mfolo, Tanita Botha

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3034. Published online 2022 Jan 12. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3034

PMCID:: PMC8831906

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Preparedness to implement national enteral nutritional therapy practice guidelines: An observational study of primary health care institutions in South Africa

Nomaxabiso M. Mooi, Busisiwe P. Ncama

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3056. Published online 2022 Jan 31. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3056

PMCID:: PMC8831994

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Review Article

Current state of preconception care in sub-Saharan Africa: A systematic scoping review

Winifred C. Ukoha, Ntombifikile G. Mtshali, Lateef Adepeju

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3096. Published online 2022 Apr 26. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3096

Correction in:: Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2023; 15(1): 3708.

PMCID:: PMC9082216

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Original Research

Medical internship training during the COVID-19 pandemic – A case of ‘sacrificial pawns’ or not?

Veena S. Singaram, Kimesh Naidoo, Labby Ramrathan

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3103. Published online 2022 Jan 13. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3103

PMCID:: PMC8831903

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Perceptions of postgraduate family medicine supervision at decentralised training sites, South Africa

Neetha J. Erumeda, Louis S. Jenkins, Ann Z. George

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3111. Published online 2022 Mar 14. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3111

PMCID:: PMC8991043

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South African men and women living with HIV have similar distributions of pain sites

Antonia L. Wadley, Romy Parker, Vanessa A. Mukhuba, Andani Ratshinanga, Zipho Zwane, Peter R. Kamerman

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3114. Published online 2022 Jan 11. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3114

PMCID:: PMC8832001

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Mothers’ knowledge, attitude and home management of diarrhoea among children under five years old in Lagos, Nigeria

Faith E. Momoh, Oridota E. Olufela, Adebola A. Adejimi, Alero A. Roberts, Esther O. Oluwole, Olayinka O. Ayankogbe, Adebayo T. Onajole

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3119. Published online 2022 May 27. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3119

PMCID:: PMC9210141

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Demographic and clinical profiles of residents in long-term care facilities in South Africa: A cross-sectional survey

Letasha Kalideen, Jacqueline M. van Wyk, Pragashnie Govender

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3131. Published online 2022 Mar 18. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3131

PMCID:: PMC8991088

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The relationship between physical activity, body fatness and metabolic syndrome in urban South African school teachers: The sympathetic activity and ambulatory blood pressure in Africans study

Tamrin Veldsman, Mariette Swanepoel, Johanna S. Brits, Makama A. Monyeki

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3133. Published online 2022 May 30. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3133

PMCID:: PMC9210168

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The prevalence and psychosocial risk factors of chronic low back pain in KwaZulu-Natal

Morris Kahere, Themba Ginindza

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3134. Published online 2022 Jan 25. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3134

PMCID:: PMC8831989

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Prevalence and pattern of intimate partner violence among men and women in Edo State, Southern Nigeria

Tijani I.A. Oseni, Tawakalit O. Salam, Temitope Ilori, Mojeed O. Momoh

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3147. Published online 2022 Aug 18. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3147

PMCID:: PMC9453150

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COVID-19 frontline primary health care professionals’ perspectives on health system preparedness and response to the pandemic in the Mahalapye Health District, Botswana

Stephane T. Tshitenge, Justus M. Nthitu

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3166. Published online 2022 Apr 19. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3166

PMCID:: PMC9082081

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Vision screening as part of the school health policy in South Africa from the perspective of school health nurses

Thokozile I. Metsing, Wanda E. Jacobs, Rekha Hansraj

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3172. Published online 2022 Feb 7. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3172

PMCID:: PMC8905394

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Review Article

Developing and prioritising strategies to improve the implementation of maternal healthcare guidelines in South Africa: The nominal group technique

Thifhelimbilu I. Ramavhoya, Maria S. Maputle, Tinyiko R. Lebese

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3184. Published online 2022 Aug 4. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3184

PMCID:: PMC9453127

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Original Research

Position paper on undergraduate Palliative Medicine education for doctors in South Africa

Henriette Burger, Rene Krause, Charmaine Blanchard, Julia Ambler, Linda Ganca, Alan Barnard, Michelle Meiring, Mpho Ratshikana-Moloko, Hanneke Brits, Tracey Brand, Mitchell Scott, Langalibalele Mabuza, Martin Bac, Nozuko Zele-Mqonci, Parimalaranie Yogeswaran, Liz Gwyther

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3202. Published online 2022 Jul 7. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3202

PMCID:: PMC9350482

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Climate change and health within the South African context: A thematic content analysis study of climate change and health expert interviews

Monika dos Santos, Juanette John, Rebecca Garland, Romeo Palakatsela, Arnaud Banos, Pim Martens, Bono Nemukula, Murdock Ramathuba, Faith Nkohla, Keobakile Lenyibi

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3203. Published online 2022 Mar 30. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3203

PMCID:: PMC8991177

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Relationships between physical activity, body mass index, waist circumference and handgrip strength amongst adults from the North West province, South Africa: The PURE study

Sindisiwe Shozi, Makama A. Monyeki, Sarah J. Moss, Cindy Pienaar

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3206. Published online 2022 May 23. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3206

PMCID:: PMC9210178

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Non-communicable disease care and management in two sites of the Cape Town Metro during the first wave of COVID-19: A rapid appraisal

Peter A. Delobelle, Mumtaz Abbas, Ishaaq Datay, Angela De Sa, Naomi Levitt, Darcelle Schouw, Steve Reid

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3215. Published online 2022 Jan 18. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3215

Correction in:: Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3443.

PMCID:: PMC8831902

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Sexual history taking by doctors in primary care in North West province, South Africa: Patients at risk of sexual dysfunction overlooked

Deidré Pretorius, Ian D. Couper, Motlatso G. Mlambo

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3238. Published online 2022 Apr 23. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3238

PMCID:: PMC9210157

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Short Report

Community-oriented primary care for National Health Insurance in South Africa

Shabir Moosa

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3243. Published online 2022 Feb 24. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3243

PMCID:: PMC8905368

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Original Research

Erectile dysfunction predictors in hypertensives at a primary care clinic in Southern Nigeria

Oluwagbenga Ogunfowokan, Sylvia I. Ezemenahi, Anthonia N. Alabi, Adesuwa Q. Aigbokhaode, Bamidele A. Ogunfowokan

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3244. Published online 2022 Jun 30. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3244

PMCID:: PMC9257715

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A study on willingness to take the COVID-19 vaccine at a tertiary institution community in Johannesburg, South Africa

Bhadrashil H. Modi, Deidré Pretorius, Joel M. Francis

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3252. Published online 2022 Jul 28. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3252

PMCID:: PMC9350184

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Lifestyle determinants of diabetes mellitus amongst people living with HIV in the Eastern Cape province, South Africa

Nokwanda E. Bam, Wezile Chitha, Jafta Ntsaba, Sibusiso C. Nomatshila, Teke Apalata, Sikhumbuzo A. Mabunda

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3256. Published online 2022 May 12. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3256

PMCID:: PMC9210181

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Sickle cell disease prevention: How prepared are the senior secondary school students in Surulere Local Government Area, Lagos, Nigeria?

Oluchi J. Kanma-Okafor, Adetola O. Abolarinwa, Omobola Y. Ojo, Ekanem E. Ekanem

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3260. Published online 2022 Apr 19. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3260

PMCID:: PMC9082239

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Investigating physician self-referral in public hospitals in South East Nigeria: Insights from stakeholders

Bartholomew S. Eze, Mari Jones

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3271. Published online 2022 Oct 31. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3271

PMCID:: PMC9634671

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Development of a Zimbabwean child growth curve and its comparison with the World Health Organization child growth standards

Anesu Marume, Archary Moherndran, Partson Tinarwo, Saajida Mahomed

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3278. Published online 2022 Sep 13. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3278

PMCID:: PMC9558260

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Perspectives on sexual history taking in routine primary care consultations in North West, South Africa: Disconnect between patients and doctors

Deidré Pretorius, Motlatso G. Mlambo, Ian D. Couper

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3286. Published online 2022 Jun 9. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3286

PMCID:: PMC9257710

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Culturally appropriate care to support maternal positions during the second stage of labour: Midwives’ perspectives in South Africa

Maurine R. Musie, Mmapheko D. Peu, Varshika Bhana-Pema

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3292. Published online 2022 Apr 25. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3292

PMCID:: PMC9082223

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Prevalence and associated risk factors of chronic malnutrition amongst children under five in Eswatini

Glorious H. Dlamini, Boikhutso Tlou

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3301. Published online 2022 Aug 26. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3301

PMCID:: PMC9453106

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Patient safety attitude among healthcare workers at different levels of healthcare in Sharqia Governorate, Egypt

Yasmin H.H. Hussein, Seham M. Eldeeb, Raghda A. Elshamy, Rasha M.B. Eldin

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3307. Published online 2022 Feb 24. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3307

PMCID:: PMC8905457

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Exploring experiences with sensitivity to cultural practices among birth attendants in Kenya: A phenomenological study

Teckla K. Ngotie, Doreen K.M. Kaura, Robert Mash

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3322. Published online 2022 Aug 22. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3322

PMCID:: PMC9453142

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Salient beliefs about modifiable risk behaviours among patients living with diabetes, hypertension or both: A qualitative formative study

Prosper Lutala, Peter Nyasulu, Adamson Muula

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3327. Published online 2022 Sep 9. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3327

PMCID:: PMC9558168

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Country Profile

One swallow does not a summer make: Twenty years of challenges and achievements of family medicine in Mozambique

Yolanda Sabino, Palmira A. Francisco, Ofelia da Conceição Rambique, Leyani A. Chavez Noya, Armando J. Bucuane, Adelson G. Jantsch

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3335. Published online 2022 Feb 3. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3335

PMCID:: PMC8905403

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Original Research

Prevalence and associated risk factors for anaemia amongst pregnant women attending three antenatal clinics in Eswatini

Rumbidzai C. Dodzo, Ropo E. Ogunsakin, Themba G. Ginindza

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3339. Published online 2022 Apr 25. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3339

PMCID:: PMC9082230

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A Delphi study to guide the development of a clinical indicator tool for palliative care in South Africa

Rene Krause, Alan Barnard, Henriette Burger, Andre de Vos, Katya Evans, Lindsay Farrant, Nicki Fouche, Sebastiana Kalula, Jennie Morgan, Zainab Mohamed, Eugenio Panieri, Tasleem Ras, Peter Raubenheimer, Estelle Verburg, Kirsty Boyd, Liz Gwyther

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3351. Published online 2022 May 19. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3351

PMCID:: PMC9210161

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Correspondence

Facilitating sexual and reproductive health services for adolescent girls in the COVID-19 era: An urgent public health priority

Grant Murewanhema, Godfrey Musuka, Tafadzwa Dzinamarira

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3357. Published online 2022 Jan 25. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3357

PMCID:: PMC8831929

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Original Research

Research activity, facilitators and barriers amongst trainee and early-career family physicians in sub-Saharan Africa: A cross-sectional survey

Pius O. Ameh, Chelsea M. McGuire, Alexandra van Waes, Bolatito B. Fatusin, Lara S. MacIntyre, Faith Lelei-Mailu, Hithaishini Kodicherla, Maame A. Egyirwa Buadu, Musa Dankyau, Kenneth Yakubu

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3367. Published online 2022 Jun 30. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3367

PMCID:: PMC9257712

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Evaluation of the child growth monitoring programme in two Zimbabwean provinces

Anesu Marume, Saajida Mahomed, Moherndran Archary

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3373. Published online 2022 Jul 6. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3373

PMCID:: PMC9350461

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Managing acute opioid withdrawal with tramadol during COVID-19 lockdown in a peri-urban setting

Urvisha Bhoora, Natasha R. Gloeck, Andrew Scheibe

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3386. Published online 2022 Sep 28. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3386

PMCID:: PMC9557935

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Opinion Paper

The HIV epidemic and the COVID-19 pandemic: A double tragedy for sub-Saharan African women

Grant Murewanhema, Godfrey Musuka, Knowledge Denhere, Delarise Mulqueeny, Tafadzwa Dzinamarira

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3397. Published online 2022 Aug 26. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3397

PMCID:: PMC9452919

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Original Research

Knowledge, attitude and perception towards lower limb amputation amongst persons living with diabetes in rural South Africa: A qualitative study

Eyitayo O. Owolabi, Kathryn M. Chu

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3398. Published online 2022 Sep 30. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3398

PMCID:: PMC9623825

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Lung cancer awareness training experiences of community health workers in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Siyabonga B. Dlamini, Khumbulani W. Hlongwana, Themba G. Ginindza

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3414. Published online 2022 Dec 9. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3414

PMCID:: PMC9772754

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Distinguishing trans women in men who have sex with men populations and their health access in East Africa: A Tanzanian study

John Kashiha, Michael Ross, Nic Rider

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3428. Published online 2022 Aug 11. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3428

PMCID:: PMC9453134

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Tailoring a sexual health curriculum to the sexual health challenges seen by midwifery, nursing and medical providers and students in Tanzania

B.R. Simon Rosser, Dickson A. Mkoka, Corissa T. Rohloff, Lucy R. Mgopa, Michael W. Ross, Gift G. Lukumay, Inari Mohammed, Agnes F. Massae, Ever Mkonyi, Stella E. Mushy, Dorkasi L. Mwakawanga, Nidhi Kohli, Maria E. Trent, James Wadley, Zobeida E. Bonilla

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3434. Published online 2022 May 31. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3434

PMCID:: PMC9210149

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Nutritional status and dietary pattern of the elderly in Thulamela Municipality of Vhembe District

Selekane A. Motadi, Tshifhiwa Khorommbi, Lungile Maluleke, Anzani Mugware, Lindelani Mushaphi

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3439. Published online 2022 Nov 3. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3439

PMCID:: PMC9724024

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Educational intervention to enhance the knowledge of Ghanaian health workers on Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias

Nana K. Ayisi-Boateng, Fred S. Sarfo, Douglas A. Opoku, Emmanuel K. Nakua, Emmanuel Konadu, Phyllis Tawiah, Ruth Owusu-Antwi, Akye Essuman, Bernard Barnie, Charles Mock, Peter Donkor

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3448. Published online 2022 Apr 26. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3448

PMCID:: PMC9082276

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Knowledge and attitudes relating to cervical and breast cancer among women in Maseru, Lesotho

Maseabata M. Ramathebane, Mopa A. Sooro, Richard M. Kabuya, Abdul-Rauf Sayed

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3459. Published online 2022 Dec 14. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3459

PMCID:: PMC9772699

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Editorial

Building primary health care teams for universal health coverage in Africa

Shabir Moosa

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3460. Published online 2022 Apr 25. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3460

PMCID:: PMC9082256

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Original Research

Factors affecting the implementation of a complex health intervention to improve insulin management in primary care: A SWOT analysis

Patrick Ngassa Piotie, Celia Filmalter, Maryangela G. Mohlala, Ntokozo Zulu, Amanda Segale, Charles Koenaite, Jane W. Muchiri, Elizabeth M. Webb, Paul Rheeder

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3467. Published online 2022 Jul 4. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3467

PMCID:: PMC9350473

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Self-perceived competency of midwives in Kenya: A descriptive cross-sectional study

Edna C. Tallam, Doreen Kaura, Robert Mash

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3477. Published online 2022 Dec 14. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3477

PMCID:: PMC9772721

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Scientific Letter

Lead levels of new solvent-based household paints in Zimbabwe and Botswana: A preliminary study

Rose A. Kambarami, Lucia L. Coulter, Louisa Chikara Mudawarima, Gwen Kandawasvika, Jack Rafferty, Clare Donaldson, Benjamin Stewart

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3486. Published online 2022 Aug 30. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3486

PMCID:: PMC9453126

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Original Research

Evaluation of factors associated with medical male circumcision in South Africa: A case-control study

Sylvester O. Okhue, Robert J. Mash

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3500. Published online 2022 Oct 31. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3500

PMCID:: PMC9634705

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Scientific Letter

Building the foundation for universal healthcare: Academic family medicine’s ability to train family medicine practitioners to meet the needs of their community across the globe

Esther M. Johnston, Nath Samaratunga, Ramakrishna Prasad, Bassim Birkland, Klaus B. von Pressentin, Shailendra Prasad

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3506. Published online 2022 Aug 16. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3506

PMCID:: PMC9453143

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Original Research

Relationship between body composition and physical fitness of primary school learners from a predominantly rural province in South Africa

Howard Gomwe, Eunice Seekoe, Philemon Lyoka, Chioneso Marange, Denford Mafa

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3517. Published online 2022 Sep 7. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3517

PMCID:: PMC9558301

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Exploring patients’ lived experience on the barriers to accessing low back pain health services

Morris Kahere, Khumbulani Hlongwana, Themba Ginindza

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3523. Published online 2022 Dec 19. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3523

PMCID:: PMC9772776

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Sociocultural factors that influence the prevention of malaria in Ohangwena region, Namibia

Selma I. Uushona, Jacob A. Sheehama, Hermine Iita

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3524. Published online 2022 Aug 30. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3524

PMCID:: PMC9453133

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Perceptions of women towards screening for intimate partner violence

Akintunde O. Akinyugha, Adebusola Akinyugha, Adesola O. Kareem, Abiodun J. Kareem, Modupe O. Ajewole, Elohor J. Orji, Adedeji Ogedengbe, Festus R. Babalola, Ruth O. Ayodele, Olawale J. Oladimeji

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3527. Published online 2022 Sep 14. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3527

PMCID:: PMC9558561

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Maternal and child health service readiness among primary health care facilities in Ekiti, Nigeria

Esther O. Oluwole, Adeyinka Adeniran, Chisom F. Chieme, Omobola Y. Ojo, Modupe R. Akinyinka, Marcus M. Ilesanmi, Babatunde A. Olujobi, Omowunmi Q. Bakare

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3535. Published online 2022 Aug 19. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3535

PMCID:: PMC9453109

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Healthcare providers’ views of factors influencing family planning data quality in Tshwane District, South Africa

Sophy M. Moloko, Mokholelana M. Ramukumba

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3545. Published online 2022 Nov 2. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3545

PMCID:: PMC9724125

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Role of traditional beliefs in the knowledge and perceptions of mental health and illness amongst rural-dwelling women in western Nigeria

Ifeoma P. Okafor, Damilola V. Oyewale, Chidumga Ohazurike, Adedoyin O. Ogunyemi

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3547. Published online 2022 Sep 29. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3547

PMCID:: PMC9575354

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Nurse managers’ experiences regarding the use of key performance indicators in developing work plans

Thembelihle S.P. Ngxongo, Judith N. Mdima Masondo

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3556. Published online 2022 Nov 30. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3556

PMCID:: PMC9724030

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Qualitative study exploring perceptions, attitudes and practices of adolescent university students in Lagos, Nigeria, towards a healthy lifestyle

Nnamdi C. Menakaya, Ifeoma N. Menakaya

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3577. Published online 2022 Oct 18. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3577

PMCID:: PMC9634713

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Editorial

Climate change and primary health care in Africa – A call for short reports

Christian L. Lokotola, Robert Mash

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3583. Published online 2022 May 26. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3583

PMCID:: PMC9210164

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Original Research

Carers’ needs assessment for patients with dementia in Ghana

Nana K. Ayisi-Boateng, Douglas A. Opoku, Phyllis Tawiah, Ruth Owusu-Antwi, Emmanuel Konadu, Georgina T. Apenteng, Akye Essuman, Charles Mock, Bernard Barnie, Peter Donkor, Fred S. Sarfo

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3595. Published online 2022 Aug 22. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3595

PMCID:: PMC9453144

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Review Article

Scoping review of the impact of coronavirus disease 2019 on unplanned pregnancy

Carmen S. Christian, Laura Rossouw

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3601. Published online 2022 Dec 15. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3601

PMCID:: PMC9772756

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Original Research

Facilitators and barriers to professional nurses implementing integrated services in urban primary health care clinics in Kavango East region, Namibia

Daniel O. Ashipala, Joseph Himarwa

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3604. Published online 2022 Dec 19. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3604

PMCID:: PMC9772738

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Opinion Paper

Proposal to set up a College of Family Medicine in East, Central and Southern Africa

Sunanda Ray, Farai D. Madzimbamuto

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3612. Published online 2022 Sep 5. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3612

PMCID:: PMC9558403

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Short Report

How did primary health care in Beira experience Cyclone Idai?

Christian L. Lokotola, Tibo Uyttersprot, Priscilla Felimone, Charlotte Scheerens

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3626. Published online 2022 Nov 1. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3626

PMCID:: PMC9724033

Article PDF–739K

Original Research

Health literacy of Sesotho-speaking patients diagnosed with chronic conditions in South Africa

Mita S. Mofokeng, Marianne Reid, Melanie Pienaar, Mariette Nel

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3627. Published online 2022 Dec 20. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3627

PMCID:: PMC9772775

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The traumatic consequences of Boko Haram slavery among the ethnic minorities of southern Borno, Borno State, Nigeria

Samaila Ziradzo, Robert T. Netangaheni

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3638. Published online 2022 Dec 15. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3638

PMCID:: PMC9772719

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Review Article

The contribution of family physicians to African health systems

Robert Mash

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3651. Published online 2022 Jul 28. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3651

PMCID:: PMC9350474

Article PDF–629K

Obituary

A tribute to Dr Muriel Fallala

Sunanda Ray

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3656. Published online 2022 Aug 15. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3656

PMCID:: PMC9453140

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Original Research

The role of community health workers in palliative care in a rural subdistrict in South Africa

Elza M. van Heerden, Louis S. Jenkins

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3657. Published online 2022 Nov 9. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3657

PMCID:: PMC9724038

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Self-reported knowledge and skills related to diagnosis and management of keratoconus among public sector optometrists in the Limpopo province, South Africa

Pheagane M.W. Nkoana, Vanessa R. Moodley, Khathutshelo P. Mashige

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3668. Published online 2022 Dec 15. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3668

PMCID:: PMC9772765

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Short Reports

Climate change and primary health care in Chakama, Kilifi County, Kenya

Muhsin Sheriff, Robert Mash

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3670. Published online 2022 Sep 27. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3670

PMCID:: PMC9575365

Article PDF–437K

Climate change, disaster management and primary health care in Zimbabwe

Sunanda Ray, Tinashe Goronga, Phillip T. Chigiya, Farai D. Madzimbamuto

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3684. Published online 2022 Sep 30. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3684

PMCID:: PMC9575364

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Opinion Paper

Alcohol ban during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown: Lessons for preventing foetal alcohol spectrum disorder in South Africa

Babatope O. Adebiyi, Ferdinand C. Mukumbang

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3686. Published online 2022 Dec 20. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3686

PMCID:: PMC9772652

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Original Research

The demography and disease burden of the homeless shelter population of Tshwane during COVID-19

Paul S. Germishuys, Selma Smith, Jannie Hugo, Edith Madela-Mntla, Tanita Botha

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3692. Published online 2022 Dec 20. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3692

PMCID:: PMC9772649

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Short Report

Outcomes of a model integrating tuberculosis testing into COVID-19 services in South Africa

Chipo Mutyambizi, Lynne Wilkinson, Kate Rees, Shabir Moosa, Tom Boyles

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3709. Published online 2022 Dec 13. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3709

PMCID:: PMC9772647

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Editorial

Financing and payment reforms for primary health care and universal health care in Africa

Shabir Moosa

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3716. Published online 2022 Oct 19. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3716

PMCID:: PMC9634684

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Short Report

Climate change poses a threat to nutrition and food security in Kilifi County, Kenya

Susan J. Cheruiyot, Mary Kimanthi, Jacob S. Shabani, Nelson F. Nyamu, Catherine Gathu, Felix Agoi, Fleur De Meijer

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3718. Published online 2022 Oct 31. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3718

PMCID:: PMC9634675

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Original Research

Serum prostate specific antigen is a good indicator of prostatic volume in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia

Ebenezer Abotsi, Kekeli K. Adanu, Eyram C. Bansah

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3736. Published online 2022 Dec 15. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3736

PMCID:: PMC9772733

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Evaluating postgraduate family medicine supervisor feedback in registrars’ learning portfolios

Neetha J. Erumeda, Ann Z. George, Louis S. Jenkins

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3744. Published online 2022 Dec 20. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3744

PMCID:: PMC9772774

Article PDF–1.4M

Short Report

Climate change and primary health care in Sahelian Kano, Nigeria

Godpower C. Michael, Musa Dankyau

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3745. Published online 2022 Dec 19. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3745

PMCID:: PMC9772740

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Original Research

Perceptions of resources available for postgraduate family medicine training at a South African university

Neetha J. Erumeda, Louis S. Jenkins, Ann Z. George

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3746. Published online 2022 Dec 20. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3746

PMCID:: PMC9772735

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Short Reports

Experiences from Cyclone Anna and Cyclone Dumako: A short report

Amos Mailosi, Stanley Mwalwanda, Charles Hassan, Stalin Zinkanda, Beatrice Matanje, Fabien Munyaneza, Moses B. Aron, Emily Dally, Manuel Mulwafu, Chiyembekezo Kachimanga

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3761. Published online 2022 Dec 14. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3761

PMCID:: PMC9772757

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Primary care disaster management for extreme weather events, South Africa

Keshena Naidoo, Tawanda Manyangadze, Christian L. Lokotola

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3778. Published online 2022 Dec 19. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3778

PMCID:: PMC9772755

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Editorial

COP27 Climate Change Conference: Urgent action needed for Africa and the world

Lukoye Atwoli, Gregory E. Erhabor, Aiah A. Gbakima, Abraham Haileamlak, Jean-Marie Kayembe Ntumba, James Kigera, Laurie Laybourn-Langton, Robert Mash, Joy Muhia, Fhumulani M. Mulaudzi, David Ofori-Adjei, Friday Okonofua, Arash Rashidian, Maha El-Adawy, Siaka Sidibé, Abdelmadjid Snouber, James Tumwine, Sahar Yassien Mohammad, Paul Yonga, Lilia Zakhama, Chris Zielinski

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3830. Published online 2022 Nov 4. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3830

PMCID:: PMC9724095

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Corrections

Corrigendum: Decentralising paediatric hearing services through district healthcare screening in Western Cape province, South Africa

Silva Kuschke, Talita le Roux, Alex J. Scott, Daniel C. d.W. Swanepoel

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3345. Published online 2022 Jul 1. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3345

Corrects:: Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2021; 13(1): 2903.

PMCID:: PMC9350460

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Erratum: The contribution of family physicians in coordinating care and improving access at district hospitals: The False Bay experience, South Africa

Liezel Rossouw, Hoosain Lalkhen, Kaashiefah Adamson, Klaus B. von Pressentin

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3353. Published online 2022 Jul 4. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3353

Corrects:: Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2021; 13(1): 3226.

PMCID:: PMC9350441

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Corrigendum: Non-communicable disease care and management in two sites of the Cape Town Metro during the first wave of COVID-19: A rapid appraisal

Peter A. Delobelle, Mumtaz Abbas, Ishaaq Datay, Angela De Sa, Naomi Levitt, Darcelle Schouw, Steve Reid

Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3443. Published online 2022 Sep 30. doi: 10.4102/phcfm.v14i1.3443

Corrects:: Afr J Prim Health Care Fam Med. 2022; 14(1): 3215.

PMCID:: PMC9557942

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