Cairo B Ntimana
Biographic Data
| ID | 7756671 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Cairo B Ntimana |
| GIVEN NAMES | Cairo B |
| FAMILY NAME | Ntimana |
| SIGNATURE | NTIMANA C B |
| AFFILIATIONS | University of Limpopo |
| ORCID | 0000-0003-3338-0962 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 12 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 0 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 12 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2022 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 0 |
Food security in rural South Africa
Food insecurity, characterized by uncertain or limited access to adequate food, remains a pressing public health issue. South Africa, particularly its rural areas, continues to experience significant levels of food insecurity, exacerbated by economic inequality and structural barriers. This study aimed to investigate how the demographics of the household head, household crowding, and wealth influence household food security in rural Limpopo Provi…
Linkage to and retention in chronic care among patients diagnosed with hypertension, diabetes, or HIV in Dimamo PHRC clinics, South Africa
Chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes mellitus, and HIV continue to be significant contributors to morbidity and mortality in sub-Saharan Africa, including South Africa. This study aims to quantify the proportion of patients diagnosed with hypertension, diabetes, and/or HIV who are successfully linked to and enrolled in chronic care services at DIMAMO PHRC clinics. The study employed a quantitative, cross-sectional analytical design u…
Exploring Healthcare Workers’ Knowledge and Perspectives on Behavioral Risk Factors Contributing to Non-Communicable Diseases
Healthcare workers have been the backbone of information regarding behavioral risk factors and non-communicable diseases that have caused morbidity and mortality globally over the past decades. The study explores the knowledge of healthcare workers about behavioral risk factors contributing to non-communicable diseases. The study utilized a qualitative, explorative, and descriptive design. Data were collected through a semi-structured interview g…
Association Between Renal Dysfunction and Lipid Ratios in Rural Black South Africans
In the past, it has been reported that the black South African population may have a cardio-protective lipid profile; however, this may no longer be the case with urbanization, industrialization, and the nutritional transition that occurred in South Africa. Although these transitions may be low in rural areas, one would expect this influence to be lower in the rural populations; however, they are not immune to these changes. Hence, the present st…
Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of Infection Prevention and Control Nurses in Public Hospitals in the Limpopo Province
A crucial aspect of delivering healthcare is infection prevention and control (IPC), especially in public hospitals where the high volume of patients and limited resources can heighten the risk of healthcare-associated infections. This qualitative study explores IPC nurses' knowledge, attitudes, and practices in public hospitals within the Limpopo province of South Africa. The study adopted a qualitative descriptive design. This qualitative study…
The Impact of Research Results Feedback on the Lived Experiences of Elderly Participants in the Dimamo Health Demographic Site
The concept of engaging the community in the results of research or returning individual results to the respective participants seems more of an afterthought than an integral part of research processes. The study aims to assess the impact of research results feedback among study participants from a rural black community of low socio-economic status. The study was qualitative. The interview data was analyzed using a deductive content analysis meth…
Factors that contribute to women’s reluctance to undergo cervical cancer screening in clinics of Limpopo Province, South Africa
While women generally have an awareness of who is at risk for cervical cancer and its signs and symptoms, various experiences and obstacles deter them from undergoing screening. Health information and education that emphasises the significance of preventing cervical cancer with efforts aimed at reaching women who seldom visit healthcare facilities is needed
Spatial distribution of mortality
The present study found an overall decrease in mortality rates in the area. However, there were variations among the village clusters, with some experiencing high mortality rates. Regarding age and mortality, the present study found that under-5 mortality was elevated in all clusters. Factors such as unemployment, marital status, and education level were associated with mortality. Mortality was highest in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic. We rec…
Exploring patients’ understanding of behavioral risk factors for non-communicable diseases
The study shed some insights into the knowledge of patients diagnosed with diabetes and hypertension about behavioral risk factors contributing to NCD. They indicated that witchcraft, cultural beliefs, and inadequate health education could have resulted in NCDs, which influenced them to consult traditional healers before coming to the health facility. The observations of participants underscore the urgent need for targeted interventions to improv…
Recognition of language barriers in comprehending non-communicable disease management among rural elderly people in the Dimamo surveillance area
The study revealed significant misconceptions about diabetes and hypertension, as well as traditional practices like bloodletting, which were perceived to relieve hypertension symptoms. It also identified critical communication barriers, including limited time for health practitioners to explain diagnoses and treatments. The findings emphasize the need for interpreters and culturally sensitive communication strategies to improve health literacy a…
Modifiable determinants of central obesity among the rural black population in the Dimamo HDSS, Limpopo, South Africa
Background Central obesity is a leading risk factor for cardiometabolic diseases, in which body fat accumulates to a particular extent, and may negatively impact on health. The prevalence of abdominal obesity has increased over the last 10 years and currently surpasses that of overall obesity. There is a scarcity of data on the determinants of central obesity, especially among populations residing in rural Africa. The aim of the present study was…
Overweight Prevalence among Rural Adolescents by Household Head Obesity and Socio-Economic Status in Limpopo, South Africa
Background: Childhood obesity has become the most important and growing public health problem in the world. They add to public health challenges by increasing the burden of chronic non-communicable diseases. However, in spite of its importance, there is limited literature that evaluates the prevalence of obesity among rural adolescents in sub-Saharan Africa. We report the first study to present an insight into rural black overweight South African…
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Overweight Prevalence among Rural Adolescents by Household Head Obesity and Socio-Economic Status in Limpopo, South Africa
Background: Childhood obesity has become the most important and growing public health problem in the world. They add to public health challenges by increasing the burden of chronic non-communicable diseases. However, in spite of its importance, there is limited literature that evaluates the prevalence of obesity among rural adolescents in sub-Saharan Africa. We report the first study to present an insight into rural black overweight South African…
Modifiable determinants of central obesity among the rural black population in the Dimamo HDSS, Limpopo, South Africa
Background Central obesity is a leading risk factor for cardiometabolic diseases, in which body fat accumulates to a particular extent, and may negatively impact on health. The prevalence of abdominal obesity has increased over the last 10 years and currently surpasses that of overall obesity. There is a scarcity of data on the determinants of central obesity, especially among populations residing in rural Africa. The aim of the present study was…
Recognition of language barriers in comprehending non-communicable disease management among rural elderly people in the Dimamo surveillance area
The study revealed significant misconceptions about diabetes and hypertension, as well as traditional practices like bloodletting, which were perceived to relieve hypertension symptoms. It also identified critical communication barriers, including limited time for health practitioners to explain diagnoses and treatments. The findings emphasize the need for interpreters and culturally sensitive communication strategies to improve health literacy a…
Exploring Healthcare Workers’ Knowledge and Perspectives on Behavioral Risk Factors Contributing to Non-Communicable Diseases
Healthcare workers have been the backbone of information regarding behavioral risk factors and non-communicable diseases that have caused morbidity and mortality globally over the past decades. The study explores the knowledge of healthcare workers about behavioral risk factors contributing to non-communicable diseases. The study utilized a qualitative, explorative, and descriptive design. Data were collected through a semi-structured interview g…
Association Between Renal Dysfunction and Lipid Ratios in Rural Black South Africans
In the past, it has been reported that the black South African population may have a cardio-protective lipid profile; however, this may no longer be the case with urbanization, industrialization, and the nutritional transition that occurred in South Africa. Although these transitions may be low in rural areas, one would expect this influence to be lower in the rural populations; however, they are not immune to these changes. Hence, the present st…
Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of Infection Prevention and Control Nurses in Public Hospitals in the Limpopo Province
A crucial aspect of delivering healthcare is infection prevention and control (IPC), especially in public hospitals where the high volume of patients and limited resources can heighten the risk of healthcare-associated infections. This qualitative study explores IPC nurses' knowledge, attitudes, and practices in public hospitals within the Limpopo province of South Africa. The study adopted a qualitative descriptive design. This qualitative study…
The Impact of Research Results Feedback on the Lived Experiences of Elderly Participants in the Dimamo Health Demographic Site
The concept of engaging the community in the results of research or returning individual results to the respective participants seems more of an afterthought than an integral part of research processes. The study aims to assess the impact of research results feedback among study participants from a rural black community of low socio-economic status. The study was qualitative. The interview data was analyzed using a deductive content analysis meth…
Factors that contribute to women’s reluctance to undergo cervical cancer screening in clinics of Limpopo Province, South Africa
While women generally have an awareness of who is at risk for cervical cancer and its signs and symptoms, various experiences and obstacles deter them from undergoing screening. Health information and education that emphasises the significance of preventing cervical cancer with efforts aimed at reaching women who seldom visit healthcare facilities is needed
Spatial distribution of mortality
The present study found an overall decrease in mortality rates in the area. However, there were variations among the village clusters, with some experiencing high mortality rates. Regarding age and mortality, the present study found that under-5 mortality was elevated in all clusters. Factors such as unemployment, marital status, and education level were associated with mortality. Mortality was highest in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic. We rec…
Exploring patients’ understanding of behavioral risk factors for non-communicable diseases
The study shed some insights into the knowledge of patients diagnosed with diabetes and hypertension about behavioral risk factors contributing to NCD. They indicated that witchcraft, cultural beliefs, and inadequate health education could have resulted in NCDs, which influenced them to consult traditional healers before coming to the health facility. The observations of participants underscore the urgent need for targeted interventions to improv…
Food security in rural South Africa
Food insecurity, characterized by uncertain or limited access to adequate food, remains a pressing public health issue. South Africa, particularly its rural areas, continues to experience significant levels of food insecurity, exacerbated by economic inequality and structural barriers. This study aimed to investigate how the demographics of the household head, household crowding, and wealth influence household food security in rural Limpopo Provi…
Linkage to and retention in chronic care among patients diagnosed with hypertension, diabetes, or HIV in Dimamo PHRC clinics, South Africa
Chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes mellitus, and HIV continue to be significant contributors to morbidity and mortality in sub-Saharan Africa, including South Africa. This study aims to quantify the proportion of patients diagnosed with hypertension, diabetes, and/or HIV who are successfully linked to and enrolled in chronic care services at DIMAMO PHRC clinics. The study employed a quantitative, cross-sectional analytical design u…
Medicine (8 works) · Public health (8 works) · Environmental health (7 works) · Population (5 works) · Biostatistics (4 works) · Epidemiology (4 works) · Internal Medicine (4 works) · Demography (3 works) · Gerontology (3 works) · Logistic regression (3 works)