Publications by authors named "S O Kwakye"

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  • The study aimed to investigate the injury rates and characteristics among youth and adult football players at a Ghanaian academy over 39 weeks.
  • A total of 126 injuries were reported, with a weekly injury prevalence of 4.1% and a higher incidence in younger players compared to seniors; match injuries were significantly more common than training-related injuries.
  • The knee was the most frequently injured body part, with joint sprains being the most common type of injury, highlighting the need for targeted injury prevention strategies.
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Despite previous research on the impact of social media reviews on purchase intention, it is still unclear how individual reviewers' comments impact purchase intentions. To fill in the gap, this study examines the impact of product-related comments on purchase intentions. In terms of contributions, this study evaluates people's dependence on social media for product information and purchase intention while considering risk and trust as moderating factors.

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The ecosystem and economy's reliance on clean water is influenced by various factors such as geology, topography, soil types, activities, and the presence of plants and animals. The Ghana Water Company is encountering difficulties in delivering water to consumers in the Ashanti Region due to the shortage of surface water resources, leading to water rationing in the area. Furthermore, poor waste disposal practices, illegal mining, use of fertilizers, and industrial activities have resulted in surface and groundwater source damage.

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Background: The COVID-19 pandemic had a significant impact on students, instructors, and educational organisations all around the world. Remote learning was an emergency response by most universities in Ghana during this pandemic to ensure the continuation of their academic calendar. Conducting this study among Ghanaian undergraduate students is crucial because factors like socioeconomic status, technological resources, and individual learning preferences can significantly impact their experience and the perception of remote learning, which may differ from studies conducted elsewhere.

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Background: Clinical education is considered a vital aspect of education of health science students. Attributes of clinical educators play a crucial role in determining the outcome of clinical teaching and learning. A good clinical educator ensures that students get maximum benefits of the clinical learning experience.

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