BACKGROUND Studies exploring the knowledge, attitude and patterns of OCs use among women in Jordan are lacking. The aim of this study was to assess knowledge, attitude, and patterns of oral contraceptives (OCs) utilization among women in Jordan. METHODS A face-to-face questionnaire inquiring demographic information and issues related to knowledge and use of OCs was completed by women (n = 157...

This article studies the way tacit knowledge is dealt with in a high turnover business environment through a qualitative research approach in an engineering organization with respect to organizational culture and values and the effect in competitive stance. The study found peer review process and managerial/supervisory style to be effective in enabling new employees in a short time with knowled...

Being successful in knowledge management is one of the most essential factors in any organization if one wishes to succeed in business in the future. This aspect is emphasized particularly in knowledge intensive organizations, such as software companies. Existing knowledge must be easily available for all and it must be possible to bring new information to the attention of everyone. This articl...

A rapid carbohydrate utilization test for the identification of N. gonorrhoeae was investigated, with reference to its use in a routine diagnostic laboratory. The rapid test was shown to give accurate results in agreement with those of a conventional serum-free sugar medium. Because of the shorter time taken for the confirmation of an isolate, and several other advantages, it is proposed that t...

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