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´A storehouse of mother´s unconditional love and nectar´- The role of the National Comprehensive Lactation Management Centre in strengthening feeding of premature infants in New Delhi, India
(Master thesis, 2021-12-15)Introduction: Providing human milk to sick- and premature infants is a lifesaving intervention that alone can reduce neonatal mortality. Studies have shown that donor human milk is the second-best alternative after mother’s ... -
An Overview of Preventive Treatment for Latent Tuberculosis in Norway- 1996 to 2021
(Master thesis, 2024-02-07)Background: There is a lack of comprehensive nation-wide information on the preventive treatment for Latent Tuberculosis Infection (LTBI) in low-TB endemic settings. Objectives: To conduct a descriptive analysis and study ... -
Assessment of treatment outcomes of registered tuberculosis patients in Laquintinie Hospital of Douala, Cameroon: a retrospective cohort study
(Master thesis, 2021-05-18)Background Globally, tuberculosis is a major public health problem and especially in low-income settings where resources are limited for proper treatment. The disease is managed by control programs that follow patients ... -
Association between healthy dietary intake and food expenditure in Malawi: A cross-sectional study, based on Fourth Integrated Household Survey (LSMS) 2017
(Master thesis, 2022-08-31)Safe, nutritious dietary intake is crucial for developmental stage of life. Healthy dietary intake can alleviate the malnutrition problem and unhealthy dietary intake along with sedentary lifestyle can cause the rise of ... -
Association of maternal plasma total cysteine and growth among infants in Nepal: A cohort study
(Master thesis, 2020-06-17)Cysteine is a conditionally essential amino acid that has been positively associated with growth in children. However, transgenerational effects remain unclear. The aim of this analysis was to assess whether maternal plasma ... -
Asthma, respiratory symptoms and lung function across age groups in an indigenous Mayan population in Guatemala, and relation to work in the traditional textile industry: a cross-sectional pilot study
(Master thesis, 2022-01-31)Background: Occupational exposure to fabrics and dyes in the textile industry is associated with low lung function, higher prevalence of asthma and other respiratory symptoms. Mayan communities in Guatemala have worked in ... -
Characterization of consumption patterns of small indigenous fish species among children aged 18-59 months in coastal fishing communities in Ghana
(Master thesis, 2021-06-02)Even though there is some progress towards Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) during the past decades in Ghana, malnutrition due to poor diets remains an unresolved challenge with significant inequalities, especially ... -
Cost and Cost-Effectiveness of Cervical Precancerous Lesion Treatment in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: A Systematic Review
(Master thesis, 2023-05-15)Background: Cervical cancer is the second leading cause of cancer mortality in women in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). About 90% of all cervical cancer mortality occurs in LMICs. WHO recommends the use of thermal ... -
Cost-effectiveness Analysis of Surgical Repair for Obstetric Fistula in Ethiopia.
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Description of dietary patterns and food diversity in a selected sample of Maya women: a pilot field study in the Lake Atlitlán area, Guatemala
(Master thesis, 2023-05-16)Background Indigenous communities in Guatemala predominantly live in rural and difficult-to-reach areas. These communities have been historically discriminated, leading to a deficient social and political representation, ... -
Ensuring disability inclusive healthcare in Nepal: A qualitative case study in Sindhupalchok District
(Master thesis, 2023-08-31)Persons with disabilities often face barriers to accessing healthcare services. Since the ratification of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD), Nepal has shown its commitment to disability ... -
Experiences and Perceptions of Food Security Among Community-dwelling Older Adults in Oslo and Bergen, Norway: A Qualitative Study
(Master thesis, 2023-12-04)Background: Aging involves bodily changes that impact both the nutritional status and the diet of individuals. Maintaining a healthy diet can reduce the risk of developing diseases and frailty. Older adults’ independence ...