Most people with epilepsy (PWE) live in developing countries with limited access to health care facilities. In sub-Saharan Africa with approximately 12 million PWE, 90% do not receive adequate medical treatment. In this context, traditional medicine, being easily accessible, plays an important role. However, in sub- Saharan Africa, studies on the attitude of people (both affected and not affect...

This study aimed to assess knowledge of and attitudes toward HIV/AIDS among a community in a semi-urban setting in Malaysia, to determine factors affecting perceptions toward people living with HIV in the community, and to provide baseline information for planning preventive measures against HIV/AIDS. This cross-sectional study was conducted in August 2009. Two hundred sixty-two household membe...

OBJECTIVE To explore hopes and expectations for therapy among a clinical population of depressed adolescents. METHOD As part of a randomized clinical trial, 77 adolescents aged 11-17, with moderate to severe depression, were interviewed using a semi-structured interview schedule. The interviews were analysed qualitatively using framework analysis. RESULTS The findings are reported around fi...

Aims: Due to the widespread outbreak of COVID-19, thousands people have died, and millions been infected around world, putting communities at great risk. The present study assessed lived experience by COVID-19. Participants & Methods: This qualitative research with a phenomenological approach was conducted in March 2020 Boroujerd, Lorestan. Using theoretical sampling method, 18 citizens were in...

Falls are common among older people and a leading cause of injury-related hospitalisation. The immediate post-hospitalisation period is a risky time for further falls. This paper explores discharge strategies from the perspectives of older people hospitalised for a fall and liaison nurses assisting people to return home. Exploratory mixed methods were used. Semi-structured interviews with older...