The impact of DNA methylation as a factor of Adverse Pregnancy and Birth Outcomes (APBOs): a systematic review protocol.

Background: Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) methylation is one of the epigenetic modifications that has gained a lot of interest as a factor influencing fetal programming and as a biomarker for adverse pregnancy and birth outcomes (APBOs). Epidemiological studies have demonstrated that DNA methylation can result in adverse pregnancy and birth outcomes (APBOs) including miscarriage, intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR), low birth weight (LBW), sepsis, and preterm birth (PTB), which may later result in diseases in adulthood. However, the mechanism by which DNA methylation influences these APBOs remains unclear.

Mentorship during transition period: a challenge for newly qualified midwives in Limpopo province of South Africa.

Background: Mentorship is a process in which structured support is provided to new graduates of the profession to facilitate theireffective transitional journey to professional autonomy.

Objectives: To explore and describe the mentoring process as experienced by newly qualified midwives and experienced midwives during thetransition period.

Methods: Aqualitative approach was used.

Managers' support on implementation of maternal guidelines, Limpopo province, South Africa.

Background: The report of Saving Mothers indicated a decline of maternal mortality from 12.8% to 12.5% last triennium of 2017.

Cultural Factors Contributing to Maternal Mortality Rate in Rural Villages of Limpopo Province, South Africa.

Introduction: The understanding of the link between cultural affairs and maternal health is critical to save the lives of women. The South African maternal mortality rate (MMR) target for 2015 was 38/100,000 live births. In 2017, South Africa had 1,222 maternal deaths.

Managing hypertensive disorders during pregnancy in low resource settings.

: Maternal deaths caused by hypertensive disorders are preventable. The purpose was to assess midwives' perceived knowledge and skills on the implementation of maternal health guidelines when managing hypertensive disorders during pregnancy. : Quantitative, cross-sectional method was used.

Factors influencing weight control practices amongst the adolescent girls in Vhembe District of Limpopo Province, South Africa.

Background: The incidence of overweight is increasing amongst adolescents in many countries around the world. Healthy and unhealthy weight control practices are common amongst overweight and non-overweight adolescents.

Aim: The aim of this study was to explore factors influencing weight control practices amongst adolescent girls.

Beliefs and practices of diabetic patients in Vhembe district of Limpopo Province.

Background: Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a chronic condition affecting over 18 million people worldwide. It can lead to debilitating complications and premature death if not effectively controlled. South Africa, like any sub-Saharan countries and the world at large, is no exception.

Perception of susceptibility to the negative outcomes associated with unprotected sex among University of Venda students.

Objectives : The purpose of this study was to determine the perception of University of Venda students on their susceptibility to the negative outcomes associated with unprotected sex. Methods : This cross sectional study involved 408 (206 females and 202 males) University of Venda students residing within the university campus. Simple and systematic sampling methods were used to select participants.