Journal of Family Medicine and Health Care

Volume 7, Issue 4, December 2021

  • Risk Factors of Diabetes Mellitus in Zambezi Region, Namibia

    Erica Libuku, Lischen Haoses-Gorases

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 4, December 2021
    Pages: 83-89
    Received: 26 March 2021
    Accepted: 8 June 2021
    Published: 17 November 2021
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    Abstract: Zambezi region was reported to have the highest number of diabetes cases in 2012 (health information system) HIS of the MOHSS. No study, has considered to identify the risk factors of diabetes mellitus in Zambezi region. The Objectives of the study was to identify demographic, socio-economic, knowledge, anthropometric, familial and behavioural fact... Show More
  • Breastfeeding Practices Among Infants and Young Children in Bushenyi, Uganda: Influence of Maternal Knowledge and Occupation

    Solomon Adomi Mbina, Gali Magaji, Amuko Fanuel, Theophilus Pius, Abalinda Gorret, Ahumuza Nicholas Mavine, Nagasha Lucky, Asiimwe Ronald, Swase Dominic Terkimbi, Kembabazi Stellamaris

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 4, December 2021
    Pages: 90-97
    Received: 5 November 2021
    Accepted: 23 November 2021
    Published: 2 December 2021
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    Abstract: Breastfeeding has proven to be a reference standard for infants’ and young children nutrition worldwide. Improvement of breastfeeding rates is important if lives of under-five age children are to be saved yearly. In Uganda, malnutrition remains a serious health problem contributing significantly to both infant and child mortality and this has been ... Show More
  • Roles and Associated Sociodemographic Correlates of Male Involvement in Breastfeeding in Juba, South Sudan

    Tobijo Denis Sokiri Moses, Ebenezer Obi Daniel, Zecho Gatkek Gatka-al, Wani Silas Lubang, Ahmed Mamuda Bello, Paul Olaiya Abiodun, Israel Olukayode Popoola, Adebanke Adetutu Ogun, Christiana Asibi-Ogben Inegbeboh, Michael Olabode Tomori, Friday Iyobosa Igbinovia, Oladapo Michael Olagbegi, Gabriel Omoniyi Ayeni

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 4, December 2021
    Pages: 98-104
    Received: 7 November 2021
    Accepted: 25 November 2021
    Published: 2 December 2021
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    Abstract: Optimal breastfeeding, which involves initiating breastfeeding within one hour of birth, giving colostrum, exclusive breastfeeding for six months, and introducing complementary food at six months, prevents under-five deaths in developing countries, saving millions of lives annually. The maximum effect of prolactin and oxytocin on milk production is... Show More
  • Low Level Laser Therapy and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

    Richard Evan Steele

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 4, December 2021
    Pages: 105-107
    Received: 8 November 2021
    Accepted: 10 December 2021
    Published: 24 December 2021
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    Abstract: A novel treatment modality for the treatment of COPD is presented. A patient story in which a patient was brought from a pulmonary capacity of 25% to a pulmonary capacity of 44% over a series of 13 treatments is presented. The patient in question had a concomitant improvement in quality of life that is hitherto unheard of in this patient category. ... Show More
  • The Effect of Hypothyroidism on Pulmonary Function in School-age Children

    Rahaf Sleman, Ahmed Chreitah, Maamoun Hakim

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 4, December 2021
    Pages: 108-111
    Received: 31 October 2021
    Accepted: 23 November 2021
    Published: 24 December 2021
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    Abstract: Background: Hypothyroidism is a relative public health problem in pediatric, associated with increased morbidity due to multisystemic impairment including deleterious changes in lung function. Objective: The aim of this study is to assess lung function in children affected by hypothyroidism. In addition to, comparison lung function between clinical... Show More
  • Investigating Anxiety and Depression in Medical Students with Premenstrual Syndrome

    Razhan Chehreh, Batol Solaimannzhad, Zolaykha Karamelahi, Sara Mohammadnjad

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 4, December 2021
    Pages: 112-117
    Received: 19 November 2021
    Accepted: 23 December 2021
    Published: 31 December 2021
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    Abstract: Background: Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a common disorder in women that decreases their emotional, behavioral, and physical functioning. It also affects their family relationships and social and educational activities. Recognizing the factors associated with PMS can be helpful in planning to alleviate the complication. The aim of this study was ... Show More