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Analysing Effects of Birth Order on Intelligence, Educational Attainment, Big Five, and Risk Aversion in an Indonesian Sample

European Journal of Personality, EarlyView., 2020
Abstract Few studies have examined birth order effects on personality in countries that are not Western, educated, industrialized, rich, and democratic (WEIRD). However, theories have generally suggested that interculturally universal family dynamics are the mechanism behind birth order effects, and prominent theories such as resource dilution would ...
Laura J. Botzet, Julia M. Rohrer, Ruben C. Arslan   +2 more
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Prevalence and determinants of antenatal care service utilisation among pregnant youths (15-35) years in Harare: A cross-sectional analysis of the 2015 Zimbabwe demographic and health survey.

The Dyke
Maternal mortality remains a public health challenge in most developing countries. Effective and efficient utilisation of maternal health care services can aid in alleviation of maternal mortality and morbidity.
Tafadzwa Masona, Kudzaishe Mangombe , Brenda Muchabveyo   +2 more
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Typhoid outbreak investigation in Dzivaresekwa, suburb of Harare City, Zimbabwe, 2011

The Pan African Medical Journal, 2014
INTRODUCTION: Typhoid fever is a systemic infection caused by a Gram negative bacterium, Salmonella typhi. Harare City reported 1078 cases of suspected typhoid fever cases from October 2011 to January 2012.
Monica Muti, Notion Gombe, Mufuta Tshimanga, Lucia Takundwa, Donewell Bangure, Stanley Mungofa, Prosper Chonzi   +6 more
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Advancing mine pillar design: Evaluating traditional methods and integrating AI for enhanced stability of pillars in the Great Dyke, Zimbabwe

Deep Underground Science and Engineering, EarlyView.
B1 is bord width 1, B2 is bord width 2, L is the pillar length, W is the pillar width, red color and letter A represent the pillars, and white color and number 1 represent excavated areas. Pstress is the average pillar stress; σv is the vertical component of the virgin stress, MPa; and e is the areal extraction ratio. e = B o B o + B P ${\rm{e}}=\frac{{
Tawanda Zvarivadza, Hendrik Grobler, Peter Apata Olubambi, Moshood Onifade, Manoj Khandelwal   +4 more
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Antibacterial, Antifungal, and Antidiabetic Effects of Leaf Extracts from Persea americana Mill. (Lauraceae)

Biochemistry Research International, 2020
Fruits and leaves of Persia americana are used in traditional medical practices. This study was carried out to determine the antibacterial, antifungal, and antidiabetic effects of the leaf extracts from P. americana.
Mercy Makopa, Benjamin Mangiza, Benjamin Banda, Winnie Mozirandi, Molly Mombeshora, Stanley Mukanganyama   +5 more
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Starving for Data: Eating Disorders Prevalence and Research Gaps in Southern Africa

International Journal of Eating Disorders, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objective Studies reporting prevalence estimates of eating disorders in Southern Africa are scarce. To fill this gap, the present Research Forum reviews existing literature on the prevalence of eating disorders, including as assessed by clinical interviews, screeners, and self‐reported behaviors, among individuals in Southern Africa.
Bernou Melisse, Jojanneke M. Bijsterbosch, Lot Sternheim   +2 more
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Evaluation of the notifiable diseases surveillance system in Sanyati district, Zimbabwe, 2010-2011

The Pan African Medical Journal, 2014
INTRODUCTION: the Notifiable disease surveillance system (NDSS) was established in Zimbabwe through the Public Health Act. Between January and August 2011, 14 dog bites were treated at Kadoma Hospital.
Brian Abel Maponga, Daniel Chirundu, Gerald Shambira, Notion Tafara Gombe, Mufuta Tshimanga, Donewell Bangure   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

The Impact of Renewable and Non‐Renewable Energy on Economic Growth: Evidence From Sub‐Saharan African Countries Using Multivariate Panel Vector Autoregressive Modeling

Energy Science &Engineering, EarlyView.
This study analyzes energy consumption and economic growth across 39 Sub‐Saharan African countries using a PVAR model. Findings reveal that non‐renewable energy and labor force growth stimulate economic growth, while renewable energy does not stimulate economic growth in the short run.
Amadou Cham, Nana Kena Frempong, Richard Opoku, Francis Davis, Simon Kojo Appiah   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

FARMER'S PROFITABILITY OF POTATO CULTIVATION AT RANGPUR DISTRICT: THE SOCIO-ECONOMIC CONTEXT OF BANGLADESH [PDF]

Russian Journal of Agricultural and Socio-Economic Sciences, 2013
Bangladesh is predominantly an agricultural country. Agriculture is the indispensable culture of Bangladesh. Agriculture has a enceinte contribution to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of the country.
Abu Zafar Ahmed Mukul, Shah Johir Rayhan, Masudul Hassan   +2 more
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Patient‐ and caregiver‐reported barriers to radiotherapy for cancer in sub‐Saharan Africa—A survey of population‐based registries

International Journal of Cancer, EarlyView.
What's New? Low‐ and middle‐income countries have over 70% of the global cancer burden but 10% of the world's radiotherapy capacities. This population‐based multi‐country study explores the barriers to access experienced by cancer patients in sub‐Saharan Africa.
Eric Sven Kroeber, Tamara König, Ole Stöter, Biying Liu, Phoebe Mary Amulen, Margaret Borok, Gladys Chesumbai, Eric Chokunonga, Ima‐Obong Ekanem, Mahine Ivanga, Bakarou Kamaté, William Muller, Abidemi Omonisi, Jean‐Félix Peko, Mathewos Assefa, Furaha Serventi, Markus Wallwiener, Mazvita Muchengeti, Pablo Sandro Carvalho Santos, Donald Maxwell Parkin, Eva Johanna Kantelhardt, Nikolaus Christian Simon Mezger   +21 more
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