Introduction: Advanced age is an important nonmodifiable risk factor for stroke. Little data are available on stroke in older people in sub-Saharan Africa. This study aimed to determine the clinical features of stroke and identify the predictive factors for poor outcomes in this age group.
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June 2021
The aim of this study was to assess the epidemiology of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) among the teaching staff of the University of Douala and determine their association with physical activity (PA) practice. The Nordic questionnaire was used to assess MSDs. Ricci-Gagnon questionnaire was used to determine the level of PA.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: The purpose of this study was to determine the prevalence of Burnout syndrome (BOS), risk factors and the effect of physical activity in six professions in Cameroon.
Methods: 2012 participants completed questionnaires related to socio-demographic conditions and work perception. Appropriate Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI) psychometers were used for specific professions.
Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the epidemiology of burnout syndrome among university teaching staff in Cameroon; and to establish if the practice of physical activities and leisures could have preventive effect.
Methods: A cross-sectional study using a self-administered questionnaire on socio-demographic characteristics, socio-professional conditions, Maslach Burnout Inventory-Educator Survey (MBI-ES) to evaluate burnout syndrome, and Ricci-Gagnon metrics to assess level of physical activities practice among grades of teaching staff, in the various faculties of the University of Douala, Cameroon.
Results: Three hundreds and three teaching staff members aged 43±7 years were included (69% males).
The frequency of work-related electrical injuries has dropped but their characteristics remain unknown in our country. This survey aimed to describe the work-related electrical injuries that occurred in Yaounde during the period 2005-2014. The study was carried out in Yaounde-based central level hospitals from February 1st, 2015 to May 10th, 2015.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: This study aimed to evaluate and document the importance of Burnout syndrome among generalist medical doctors (GMD) since no investigation have been carried in Cameroon.
Methods: Cross-sectional study including 85 GMD using a self-administered questionnaire on socio-demographic characteristics, socioprofessional conditions, Maslach Burnout Inventory - Human Services Survey (MBI-HSS) to evaluate burnout, and Ricci-Gagnon physical activities level metrics.
Results: 77 GMD (90.
Background: With an HIV seroprevalence of 14%, sex workers in Douala remain a population at high risk of viral infection. Many campaigns have been carried out with the objective of informing and helping to prevent the spread of infections. This study aims to identify the reoccurring and new risky sexual behaviors and to make recommendations concerning the observations.
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