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LATEST ARTICLES
Review Article |
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| Migration and primary healthcare in sub-Saharan Africa: A scoping review | |
| Christian Lueme Lokotola, Robert Mash, Vincent Sethlare, Jacob Shabani, Ilori Temitope, Laurel Baldwin-Ragaven | |
| 12 July 2024 | |
Short Report - Special Collection: Innovative educational methods for FM training in Africa |
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| Triple therapy: Three departments collaborating to train medical students in rural settings | |
| Francois Coetzee, Maria E. Van Zyl, Maryke Geldenhuys, Kobus Viljoen | |
| 11 July 2024 | |
Original Research |
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| Adolescent girls’ and young mothers’ knowledge and use of antenatal care in the Ahafo Region, Ghana: A cross-sectional study | |
| Joseph Tabiri, Patience Adzordor, Vitalis Bawontuo, Shamsu-Deen Ziblim, Gugu G. Mchunu, Julian D. Pillay, Desmond Kuupiel | |
| 09 July 2024 | |
Original Research |
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| How do South African policies address provision of contraception among adolescents? | |
| Thabile J. Ketye, Gbotemi B. Babatunde, Olagoke Akintola | |
| 08 July 2024 | |
Original Research |
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| Visceral adiposity index, fitness and clustered cardiovascular disease risk in adolescents | |
| Danladi I. Musa, Daniel T. Goon, Rafiu O. Okuneye, Mary O. Onoja-Alexander, Joseph I. Momoh, Tessy O. Angba | |
| 29 June 2024 | |
Original Research |
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| Exploring the experiences of school-going children with HIV in Eswatini: A qualitative inquiry | |
| Nomathemba Nxumalo, Zelda Janse van Rensburg, Wanda Jacobs | |
| 29 June 2024 | |
Original Research - Special Collection: Sexual Health |
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| Breaking barriers: How transwomen meet their healthcare needs | |
| Millicent Maoto, Burt Davis | |
| 29 June 2024 | |
Correction |
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| Corrigendum: Risk factors for sexually transmitted infections among men who have sex with men | |
| Matshidiso A. Malefo, Olalekan Ayo-Yusuf, Mathildah M. Mokgatle | |
| 28 June 2024 | |
Short Report - Special Collection: Innovative educational methods for FM training in Africa |
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| Developing an electronic portfolio of learning for family medicine training in South Africa | |
| Louis Jenkins, Robert Mash, Mergan Naidoo, Ts’epo Motsohi | |
| 28 June 2024 | |
Table of Contents |
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| Table of Contents Vol 15, No 1 (2023) | |
| Editorial Office | |
| 27 June 2024 |
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AOSIS calls on all authors to participate in the 2025 special collection that will be published in the open-access scholarly journal African Journal of Primary Health Care & Family Medicine (PHCFM).
Title: Advocacy for Family Medicine in Africa
This special collection asks authors to share the lessons learnt with advocating for family medicine with government, higher education, councils, medical disciplines, and civil society.
Submissions open: 01 July 2024 Deadline for submissions: 31 December 2024 Expected publication date: Rolling publication, Special Collection to be published by 01 July 2025
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| Posted: 2024-07-11 | |
Book Release: Discover the future of efficient health care with Dudu G Sokhela |
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In an exclusive interview, health care specialist nurse and author Dudu G Sokhela takes us inside the open-access book, ‘A framework for continuous quality improvement for fast-track queues in clinics in eThekwini.’
This essential read goes beyond a mere study; it presents a solution to one of today's most pressing issues in primary health care – overcrowding due to rising disease rates and the need for efficient patient care.
You are also welcome to submit your book proposal to AOSIS by downloading the book proposal form from our website for publication consideration. |
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| Posted: 2024-07-09 | |
Notification: Attention scholars and researchers! |
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| Embark on a journey of discovery with the Table of Contents for Vol 15, No 1 (2023) of our esteemed scholarly journal. Explore the diverse range of topics and delve into the cutting-edge research shaping your field. Uncover insights that spark innovation and progress! | |
| Posted: 2024-06-27 | More... |
Press Release: Exciting update! |
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| Our past two editorials for the Journal of Applied Neurosciences are available! Discover the vision and mission behind our new journal and the innovative research we aim to showcase in neuroscience and other biological underpinnings of human behaviour. Read the insightful editorials by our Editor-in-Chief, Dirk J. Geldenhuys, and learn more about our journey and goals. Check it out here: journalofappliedneurosciences.org | |
| Posted: 2024-05-21 | More... |
Notification: Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Research History |
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| Embark on a journey through the annals of research history! Our journal's archives hold a wealth of knowledge waiting to be rediscovered. From pioneering studies to timeless insights, explore the foundations of today's discussions. Join us in celebrating research history and uncovering the gems that continue to shape our understanding. | |
| Posted: 2024-05-16 | More... |
Call for Papers: ‘African Journal of Primary Health Care & Family Medicine’ (PHCFM) 2025 Special Collection: We invite you to submit| More Announcements... |