Introduction The periand early postpartum period in the dairy cow is from a reproductive perspective very important. The calving process itself involves cases that may need veterinary intervention e,g. dystocia and stillbirths. Uterine prolapse, retained foetal membranes and metritis are examples of disturbances which occur early post partum. All these dysfunctions are linked together and may i...

The changes in the serum level of the C-reactive protein (CRP) over the course of normal pregnancy, labor, in premalure rupture of membranes (PROM) and also in the post partum period were evaluated in 80 cases using turhidimctric system. Also, the efl’iciency of CRP determination versus ESR, lotal leucocytic count and differential blood count in detecting PROM was evaluated. The study revealed ...

The perinatal period is associated with an increased risk of severe mental disorders. We summarise the evidence regarding the epidemiology, risk factors, and treatment of severe mental illness in relation to childbirth, focusing on bipolar disorder, aff ective psychosis, and schizophrenia. We discuss women with ongoing chronic conditions and those with the onset of new episodes of post-partum p...

The extended postpartum period is the time which is usually given less emphasis regarding family planning by policy makers, service providers and users. However, it is a time with a rising risk of unwanted conception and an often-frustrated desire for contraceptive protection. Understanding the contraceptive behaviors, needs and preferences of women in this period is important the main objectiv...

BACKGROUND HIV rapid tests (RT) play an important role in tackling the HIV pandemic in South Africa. Third generation RT that detect HIV antibodies are currently used to diagnose HIV infection at the point of care. Determine Combo (DC) is the first fourth generation RT that detects both p24 antigen (p24Ag) and HIV antibodies (Ab), theoretically reducing the window period and increasing detectio...