November 2022

Obesity related alterations in kidney function and plasma cytokines: Impact of sibutramine and diet in male Wistar rats

Obesity is a global problem due to widespread consumption of high fat diet (HFD) with implications to well-being. This study was to investigate the modulatory effect of sibutramine and normal diet on obesity-induced alteration in kidney functions and adipokines in Wistar rats. Hundred rats were divided into four groups of 25 each and fed with either normal rat chow (NRC) (group I, control group, n=25) or HFD (n=75)....

Author(s): Francis Uchenna AGU, Melford Uche ELENDU, Hope Kelechi OKECHUKWU, Chikodili Adolphus MBAH, Kennedy Chinonye OBIOHA, Isaiah Orji ABALI, Eghosa Edorisiagbon IYARE and Daniel Chukwu NWACHUKWU

November 2022

Clinical Pharmacy in South Africa: Qualitative investigation of perspectives of practicing pharmacists

The National Department of Health identified the need for Universal Health Coverage, highlighting improved access to quality healthcare in South Africa.Clinical pharmacists play a vital role in various settings, including medication safety, therapeutic drug monitoring and antimicrobial stewardship. Healthcare-related key performance indicators measures quality that ensure accountability, improve patient safety and...

Author(s): Elmien Bronkhorst, Natalie Schellack and Andries GS Gous