Kucheba, Fortress
2016·Master of Public Health·University of Zambia
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common STI and major cause of cervical cancer globally. Zambia has one of the highest cervical cancer rates in the world. Approximately 54 cases per 100 000 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer annually with 1,400 dying (SALC Report, 2012). Preliminary...
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Bwalya, Bwalya C
2016·Master of Public Health·University of Zambia
ABSTRACT Introduction: Adolescent pregnancy is among the many public health concerns not only in Zambia but also in other parts of the world. Access to skilled health providers is essential for the health and wellbeing of both the mother and the unborn child. Exploring pregnant adolescent’s...
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Hachipola, Mazuba
2016·Master of Public Health·University of Zambia
Cervical cancer is one of the major health challenges amongst women in Zambia. While cervical cancer screening has been available in Zambia since 2006 with a relatively wide coverage in Lusaka District, it remains questionable whether women with disabilities have access to these cervical cancer...
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Phiri, Margaret
2016·Master of Science·University of Zambia
Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) coverage in rural areas remain a big threat to the rural population of Zambia. Most rural communities including public places such as schools, churches do not have access to any form of toilet facility. This health problem is common in the sub Saharan region....
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