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  1. Book ; Online: Implementation Science for Point-of-Care Diagnostics

    Mashamba-Thompson, Tivani P

    2022  

    Keywords Humanities ; Social interaction ; prognosis ; lactate clearance ; biomarker ; emergency medical services ; emergency department ; critical care ; ultrasound ; imaging ; X-ray ; chest ; diagnosis ; SARS ; SARS-CoV-2 ; rapid diagnostic techniques ; POCT techniques ; lung ultrasound ; COVID-19 ; POCUS ; mHealth devices ; accuracy ; sensitivity ; specificity ; sub-Saharan Africa ; point of care ultrasound ; implementation science ; adoption ; mHealth applications ; disease diagnosis ; treatment support ; rapid diagnostic testing ; RDT ; modelling ; symptoms ; transmission prevention ; infectious disease ; human immunodeficiency virus ; HIV ; coronavirus ; tuberculosis ; health services ; primary healthcare ; point of care diagnostic services ; supply chain management ; resource-limited settings ; Indian pandemic ; rapid antigen tests (RATs) ; CoviSelf ; CoWIN ; digital divide ; rural India ; Indian villagers ; poverty ; discourse analysis ; qualitative medical/health research strategies ; vulnerable populations ; literacy ; diagnostics ; advocacy ; n/a
    Language English
    Size 1 electronic resource (198 pages)
    Publisher MDPI - Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute
    Publishing place Basel
    Document type Book ; Online
    Note English
    HBZ-ID HT030380602
    ISBN 9783036548661 ; 3036548661
    Database ZB MED Catalogue: Medicine, Health, Nutrition, Environment, Agriculture

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  2. Article: Implementation Science: Bridging the Gap between Point-of-Care Diagnostics Research and Practice.

    Mashamba-Thompson, Tivani P

    Diagnostics (Basel, Switzerland)

    2022  Volume 12, Issue 7

    Abstract: The advent of the novel Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has fuelled technological innovation and led to the increased research on development and deployment of new diagnostics for use at point-of-care (POC) [ ... ]. ...

    Abstract The advent of the novel Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has fuelled technological innovation and led to the increased research on development and deployment of new diagnostics for use at point-of-care (POC) [...].
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-07-06
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Editorial
    ZDB-ID 2662336-5
    ISSN 2075-4418
    ISSN 2075-4418
    DOI 10.3390/diagnostics12071648
    Database MEDical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System OnLINE

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  3. Article: Diagnostics Literacy Advocacy Model for Vulnerable Populations.

    Mashamba-Thompson, Tivani P

    Diagnostics (Basel, Switzerland)

    2022  Volume 12, Issue 3

    Abstract: Evidence shows that vulnerable populations have lower levels of health literacy, resulting in poor health-seeking behavior and poor uptake of diagnostics. Being health literate promotes health care-seeking behavior and improves engagement with diagnostic ...

    Abstract Evidence shows that vulnerable populations have lower levels of health literacy, resulting in poor health-seeking behavior and poor uptake of diagnostics. Being health literate promotes health care-seeking behavior and improves engagement with diagnostic services. In this editorial, I define health literacy in the context of access to technology for enabling disease screening, diagnosis and linkage to care. I refer to health literacy in this context as diagnostics literacy. The COVID-19 pandemic has taught us that vulnerable populations are disproportionately disadvantaged by the disruptive measures put in place to control the spread of the virus. Many vulnerable populations are still experiencing short-and longer-term socio-economic consequences. I propose a multi-level diagnostics literacy advocacy model to help improve diagnostic uptake among vulnerable populations.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-03-15
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Editorial
    ZDB-ID 2662336-5
    ISSN 2075-4418
    ISSN 2075-4418
    DOI 10.3390/diagnostics12030716
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  4. Article: Editorial: Implementation of genomic medicine in Africa: One continent, one vision.

    Kotze, Maritha J / Mashamba-Thompson, Tivani P / Stephens, Dawn

    Frontiers in genetics

    2023  Volume 13, Page(s) 1133118

    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-01-10
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Editorial
    ZDB-ID 2606823-0
    ISSN 1664-8021
    ISSN 1664-8021
    DOI 10.3389/fgene.2022.1133118
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  5. Article ; Online: Nurses' perspectives on user-friendly self-sampling interventions for diagnosis of sexually transmitted infections among young women in eThekwini district municipality: a nominal group technique.

    Jaya, Ziningi N / Mapanga, Witness / Moetlhoa, Boitumelo / Mashamba-Thompson, Tivani P

    BMC health services research

    2024  Volume 24, Issue 1, Page(s) 106

    Abstract: Background: Syndromic management in the main non-laboratory-based management approach for sexually transmitted infections (STI) in most low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) but it has limitations. Self-sampling has been proven as a suitable ... ...

    Abstract Background: Syndromic management in the main non-laboratory-based management approach for sexually transmitted infections (STI) in most low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) but it has limitations. Self-sampling has been proven as a suitable alternative approach to help improve management STIs by improving access to diagnosis among vulnerable populations. We sought to determine health workers' perspectives on user-friendly self-sampling interventions for STIs among young women in eThekwini District Municipality.
    Methods: Healthcare workers providing STI healthcare services in the study location participated in a nominal group technique (NGT) workshop. The NGT workshop was aimed enabling collaboration with key health providers in identifying user-friendly self-sampling interventions for diagnosis of STIs among young women. Data collection was conducted in two phases: phase 1 determined barrier that hinder young women from accessing current STI healthcare services and phase 2 focused on determining the key strategies for self-sampling interventions to diagnose STIs in young women. Thematic analysis and percentage form analysis were used to examine qualitative and quantitative data respectively.
    Results: The following barriers were identified: negligence; myths about STIs; fear of judgement; denial; operating hours; lack of knowledge of STI symptoms and safe sex practices; and stigma associated with STIs. The following strategies were suggested: hand out self-sampling kits at popular restaurants; collect self-sampling kits from security guard at primary healthcare clinics (PHCs); receive STI diagnostic results via SMS or email or the clinic for treatment; improve youth friendly services at PHCs; educate the public on proper use of the kits. Education about STIs and handing out self-sampling kits at clinics, universities, schools, pharmacies or via outreach teams were ranked high priority strategies.
    Conclusions: The findings highlight the need to address stigma and fear of judgment and provide comprehensive education to improve healthcare-seeking behaviour in young women. Additionally, the study also indicates that using eHealth solutions could significantly enhance the accessibility and efficiency of STI healthcare services in LMICs.
    MeSH term(s) Adolescent ; Female ; Humans ; HIV Infections ; Sexually Transmitted Diseases/diagnosis ; Sexually Transmitted Diseases/epidemiology ; Patient Acceptance of Health Care ; Social Stigma ; Nurses
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-01-18
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2050434-2
    ISSN 1472-6963 ; 1472-6963
    ISSN (online) 1472-6963
    ISSN 1472-6963
    DOI 10.1186/s12913-023-10353-6
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  6. Article ; Online: Implementation Science

    Tivani P. Mashamba-Thompson

    Diagnostics, Vol 12, Iss 7, p

    Bridging the Gap between Point-of-Care Diagnostics Research and Practice

    2022  Volume 1648

    Abstract: The advent of the novel Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has fuelled technological innovation and led to the increased research on development and deployment of new diagnostics for use at point-of-care (POC) [.] ...

    Abstract The advent of the novel Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has fuelled technological innovation and led to the increased research on development and deployment of new diagnostics for use at point-of-care (POC) [.]
    Keywords n/a ; Medicine (General) ; R5-920
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-07-01T00:00:00Z
    Publisher MDPI AG
    Document type Article ; Online
    Database BASE - Bielefeld Academic Search Engine (life sciences selection)

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  7. Article ; Online: Diagnostics Literacy Advocacy Model for Vulnerable Populations

    Tivani P. Mashamba-Thompson

    Diagnostics, Vol 12, Iss 716, p

    2022  Volume 716

    Abstract: Evidence shows that vulnerable populations have lower levels of health literacy, resulting in poor health-seeking behavior and poor uptake of diagnostics. Being health literate promotes health care-seeking behavior and improves engagement with diagnostic ...

    Abstract Evidence shows that vulnerable populations have lower levels of health literacy, resulting in poor health-seeking behavior and poor uptake of diagnostics. Being health literate promotes health care-seeking behavior and improves engagement with diagnostic services. In this editorial, I define health literacy in the context of access to technology for enabling disease screening, diagnosis and linkage to care. I refer to health literacy in this context as diagnostics literacy. The COVID-19 pandemic has taught us that vulnerable populations are disproportionately disadvantaged by the disruptive measures put in place to control the spread of the virus. Many vulnerable populations are still experiencing short-and longer-term socio-economic consequences. I propose a multi-level diagnostics literacy advocacy model to help improve diagnostic uptake among vulnerable populations.
    Keywords vulnerable populations ; literacy ; diagnostics ; advocacy ; Medicine (General) ; R5-920
    Subject code 302
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-03-01T00:00:00Z
    Publisher MDPI AG
    Document type Article ; Online
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  8. Article ; Online: Exploring how outreach team leaders perceive community health workers' experiences of providing HIV services in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.

    Khumalo, Gugulethu E / Lutge, Elizabeth / Mashamba-Thompson, Tivani P

    African journal of AIDS research : AJAR

    2022  Volume 21, Issue 3, Page(s) 239–250

    Abstract: Objectives: ...

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    MeSH term(s) Community Health Services ; Community Health Workers ; HIV Infections ; Humans ; Qualitative Research ; Social Stigma ; South Africa
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-09-14
    Publishing country South Africa
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2148999-3
    ISSN 1727-9445 ; 1608-5906
    ISSN (online) 1727-9445
    ISSN 1608-5906
    DOI 10.2989/16085906.2022.2060841
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  9. Article ; Online: Pregnant adolescents and nurses perspectives on accessibility and utilization of maternal and child health information in Ohangwena Region, Namibia.

    Shatilwe, Joyce T / Hlongwana, Khumbulani / Mashamba-Thompson, Tivani P

    BMC pregnancy and childbirth

    2022  Volume 22, Issue 1, Page(s) 284

    Abstract: Background: Adolescent reproductive health is still a challenge in Low and Middle Income Come Countries (LMICs). However, the reasons for the inability of most pregnant adolescent girls to access and utilize maternal and child health information (MCHI) ... ...

    Abstract Background: Adolescent reproductive health is still a challenge in Low and Middle Income Come Countries (LMICs). However, the reasons for the inability of most pregnant adolescent girls to access and utilize maternal and child health information (MCHI) are not well-documented. This is despite the policy guidelines promoting the provision of this necessary information to pregnant adolescents in order to prepare them for delivery. This provision is one of the strategies envisaged to improve their attendance of ANC visits and their maternal and child health.
    Method: Data were generated from 12 adolescent pregnant girls aged 15 to 19 years and eight nurses from four different health centres in the Ohangwena Region of Namibia, using semi-structured in-depth interviews. The study was conducted over the period of three months (December 2018 to March 2019). The data were grouped into clusters aided by NVivo computer software version 12. Data were organized and condensed in small units, prior to being coded, categorized, and finally grouped into main themes and sub-themes.
    Results: Results revealed that long travel hours to reach the nearest clinics was amongst the leading challenges affecting accessibility and utilization of MCHI for pregnant adolescent girls. This was exacerbated by poor support with transport fare, poor road infrastructure and non-availability of transport, and these factors were key barriers to accessibility and utilization of clinic services. Other barriers pertained to the family dynamics, such as disclosing the pregnancy to the family members prior to commencing antenatal care (ANC) visits and harsh treatment from family members after the disclosure.
    Conclusion: The pregnant adolescent girls were concerned about their inability to access and utilize MCHI, thereby making them susceptible to maternal complications. Health educational interventions should prioritize both the adolescent girls and their families for proper support, especially since the reactions of families on the pregnancy of their adolescent girls often negatively affect accessibility and utilization of maternal and child health services. Moreover, further research on adolescents' needs during pregnancy should be expanded to include their parents, in order to better inform policymakers.
    MeSH term(s) Adolescent ; Adult ; Child ; Child Health ; Female ; Health Services Accessibility ; Humans ; Namibia ; Pregnancy ; Pregnant Women ; Prenatal Care ; Qualitative Research ; Young Adult
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-04-05
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2059869-5
    ISSN 1471-2393 ; 1471-2393
    ISSN (online) 1471-2393
    ISSN 1471-2393
    DOI 10.1186/s12884-022-04619-w
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  10. Article ; Online: Healthcare workers' perspectives on the availability and use of mobile health technologies for disease diagnosis and treatment support in the Ashanti Region of Ghana.

    Osei, Ernest / Apiribu, Felix / Kissi, Jonathan / Asante, Lydia Sarpomaa / Ampon-Wireko, Sabina / Mashamba-Thompson, Tivani P

    PloS one

    2024  Volume 19, Issue 4, Page(s) e0294802

    Abstract: Introduction: Considering the usefulness of mobile health (mHealth) technologies in healthcare delivery in low- and middle-income countries, including Ghana; there is a need to explore healthcare professionals' perspectives on the availability and use ... ...

    Abstract Introduction: Considering the usefulness of mobile health (mHealth) technologies in healthcare delivery in low- and middle-income countries, including Ghana; there is a need to explore healthcare professionals' perspectives on the availability and use of mHealth for disease screening and treatment of patients' conditions. The study's main aim is to explore healthcare professionals' perspectives regarding the availability and use of mHealth applications for disease screening and management at point-of-care in Ghana's Ashanti Region.
    Materials and methods: We conducted in-depth interviews with healthcare professionals who use mHealth applications daily between July and September 2020. A purposive sampling strategy was employed to select healthcare professionals who have been using mobile health application tools to support healthcare delivery. The researchers conducted 14 in-depth interviews with healthcare professionals on the availability and use of mHealth applications to support disease diagnosis and treatment of patients' conditions. Data were transcribed, coded, arranged, and analyzed to determine categories and themes.
    Results: The study results demonstrated that healthcare workers had positive perceptions towards mHealth applications. Healthcare professionals identified significant challenges concerning mHealth applications: the high cost of data; lack of education or limited awareness; poor mobile networks; unstable internet connectivity; erratic power supply; and unavailability of logistics. Healthcare professionals identified the following prerequisite strategies to strengthen the use and scale-up of mHealth applications: stable internet connectivity; creating awareness; supplying logistics; reducing the cost of data; and developing local mobile apps.
    Conclusions: The study results revealed the availability of mHealth applications at the individual level for disease screening and treatment support of patients' conditions. The study also showed several significant challenges facing mHealth applications which need to be addressed to guarantee the successful implementation and scaling-up of mHealth activities at all levels of healthcare delivery. Hence, future research should incorporate healthcare professionals' perspectives to completely understand mHealth implementation and scaling-up challenges and measures to inform policy regulations.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Ghana ; Telemedicine/methods ; Delivery of Health Care/methods ; Health Services ; Health Personnel ; Mobile Applications
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-04-16
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2267670-3
    ISSN 1932-6203 ; 1932-6203
    ISSN (online) 1932-6203
    ISSN 1932-6203
    DOI 10.1371/journal.pone.0294802
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