Phoka C Rathebe
Biographic Data
| ID | 7766363 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Phoka C Rathebe |
| GIVEN NAMES | Phoka C |
| FAMILY NAME | Rathebe |
| SIGNATURE | RATHEBE P C |
| AFFILIATIONS | University of Johannesburg |
| ORCID | 0000-0001-9095-354X |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 8 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 0 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 8 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2018 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 0 |
Socio-economic indicators, housing characteristics, site of residence, and substance use as household-level risk factors in GRT-INSPIRED communities
Introduction: Substance use remains a major public health concern in South Africa and disproportionately affects urban communities experiencing socio-economic disadvantage, poor housing conditions, and spatial inequality. While existing research has largely focused on individual-level substance use, less is known about how household socio-economic characteristics, housing conditions, and place of residence shape household-level substance use in u…
Health Implications of Radon Exposure Among Children
Background : Radon exposure has been recognised as a risk factor for developing lung cancer and other health issues. The mutagenic changes associated with long-term radon exposure take 10-30 years to manifest, which may lead to a lower observed incidence of lung cancer in children. Children are more vulnerable to radon exposure and its effects due to their smaller lung capacity and faster breathing rates, resulting in greater radon inhalation. Ob…
A Pilot Study Exploring the Risk of Sars-CoV-2 Infection Among Employees Handling Healthcare Waste in Selected Healthcare Risk Waste Facilities in Johannesburg, South Africa
The SARS-CoV-2 pandemic has increased healthcare waste (HCW) across the globe, giving rise to new challenges such as illegal dumping of medical waste, and an increased risk to hazardous waste exposure such as blood and body fluids that could cause diseases. The study aimed to determine factors associated with SARS-CoV-2 infection among employees handling medical waste in selected healthcare risk waste (HCRW) facilities in Johannesburg, South Afri…
Illegal Dumping Sites in Bloemfontein, South Africa
Illegal waste dumping is a significant global issue, particularly in low- and middle-income countries such as South Africa. This study aimed to investigate the risk factors for acute respiratory symptoms among residents living near illegal domestic waste dumping sites. The study also explored community perceptions regarding illegal dumping and its health effects. This cross-sectional study was conducted in Rocklands, Free State, South Africa, wit…
Radon exposure risks among residents proximal to gold mine tailings in Gauteng Province, South Africa
Gold mine tailings, a legacy of the mining industry, harbors significant amount of radon gas, a classified human carcinogen. Radon exposure, especially near tailings, is a significant public health threat, potentially leading to increased risk of lung cancer, leukemia, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). These health problems are often associated with lower survival rates and significant financial burdens. This ongoing research aim …
Factors Associated with Atopic Dermatitis among Children Aged 6 to 14 Years in Alimosho Local Government, Lagos, Nigeria
There has been a rise in the prevalence of atopic dermatitis (AD) globally, especially in low-and middle-income countries such as Nigeria. The condition has been linked to genetic predisposes, living conditions, and environmental factors. Environmental factors are considered a significant contributor to AD in low- and middle-income countries. This study determined the prevalence of AD in south-western Nigeria and identified risk factors in home a…
Risk-Based Assessment of 132 kV Electric Distribution Substations and Proximal Residential Areas in the Mangaung Metropolitan Region
Annually, an estimate of 2.3 million workers die prematurely due to occupational injuries and illnesses. In this study, a risk assessment was conducted to evaluate the compliance of 132 kV electric distribution substations and proximal residential areas with the South African occupational health and safety Act 85 of 1993. Data were collected from 30 electric distribution substations and 30 proximal residential areas using a checklist. Distributio…
The role of environmental health in the Basotho male initiation schools
The aim of this paper is to point the Environmental Health (EH) profession in South Africa in the direction of their neglected function. The health inspection of initiation schools is one of the abandoned responsibility of EH profession in South Africa. This is due to fear of interfering with the traditional value systems and thus resulting in significant non-compliance to EH norms and standards. Little information is available on the compliance …
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The role of environmental health in the Basotho male initiation schools
The aim of this paper is to point the Environmental Health (EH) profession in South Africa in the direction of their neglected function. The health inspection of initiation schools is one of the abandoned responsibility of EH profession in South Africa. This is due to fear of interfering with the traditional value systems and thus resulting in significant non-compliance to EH norms and standards. Little information is available on the compliance …
Factors Associated with Atopic Dermatitis among Children Aged 6 to 14 Years in Alimosho Local Government, Lagos, Nigeria
There has been a rise in the prevalence of atopic dermatitis (AD) globally, especially in low-and middle-income countries such as Nigeria. The condition has been linked to genetic predisposes, living conditions, and environmental factors. Environmental factors are considered a significant contributor to AD in low- and middle-income countries. This study determined the prevalence of AD in south-western Nigeria and identified risk factors in home a…
Risk-Based Assessment of 132 kV Electric Distribution Substations and Proximal Residential Areas in the Mangaung Metropolitan Region
Annually, an estimate of 2.3 million workers die prematurely due to occupational injuries and illnesses. In this study, a risk assessment was conducted to evaluate the compliance of 132 kV electric distribution substations and proximal residential areas with the South African occupational health and safety Act 85 of 1993. Data were collected from 30 electric distribution substations and 30 proximal residential areas using a checklist. Distributio…
Radon exposure risks among residents proximal to gold mine tailings in Gauteng Province, South Africa
Gold mine tailings, a legacy of the mining industry, harbors significant amount of radon gas, a classified human carcinogen. Radon exposure, especially near tailings, is a significant public health threat, potentially leading to increased risk of lung cancer, leukemia, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). These health problems are often associated with lower survival rates and significant financial burdens. This ongoing research aim …
A Pilot Study Exploring the Risk of Sars-CoV-2 Infection Among Employees Handling Healthcare Waste in Selected Healthcare Risk Waste Facilities in Johannesburg, South Africa
The SARS-CoV-2 pandemic has increased healthcare waste (HCW) across the globe, giving rise to new challenges such as illegal dumping of medical waste, and an increased risk to hazardous waste exposure such as blood and body fluids that could cause diseases. The study aimed to determine factors associated with SARS-CoV-2 infection among employees handling medical waste in selected healthcare risk waste (HCRW) facilities in Johannesburg, South Afri…
Illegal Dumping Sites in Bloemfontein, South Africa
Illegal waste dumping is a significant global issue, particularly in low- and middle-income countries such as South Africa. This study aimed to investigate the risk factors for acute respiratory symptoms among residents living near illegal domestic waste dumping sites. The study also explored community perceptions regarding illegal dumping and its health effects. This cross-sectional study was conducted in Rocklands, Free State, South Africa, wit…
Socio-economic indicators, housing characteristics, site of residence, and substance use as household-level risk factors in GRT-INSPIRED communities
Introduction: Substance use remains a major public health concern in South Africa and disproportionately affects urban communities experiencing socio-economic disadvantage, poor housing conditions, and spatial inequality. While existing research has largely focused on individual-level substance use, less is known about how household socio-economic characteristics, housing conditions, and place of residence shape household-level substance use in u…
Health Implications of Radon Exposure Among Children
Background : Radon exposure has been recognised as a risk factor for developing lung cancer and other health issues. The mutagenic changes associated with long-term radon exposure take 10-30 years to manifest, which may lead to a lower observed incidence of lung cancer in children. Children are more vulnerable to radon exposure and its effects due to their smaller lung capacity and faster breathing rates, resulting in greater radon inhalation. Ob…
Environmental health (6 works) · Medicine (6 works) · Public health (4 works) · Engineering (2 works) · Healthcare and Environmental Waste Management (2 works) · Logistic regression (2 works) · Lung cancer (2 works) · Nursing (2 works) · Odds (2 works) · Odds ratio (2 works)