Dr. Bam's primary research interests lie in the intersection of biochemistry, genetics, molecular biology, nursing, social sciences, and multidisciplinary specifically.
Below are Dr. NE Bam's research outputs according to the given disciplines and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):
- Medicine, Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology
Exploring innovative methodologies for addressing HIV/AIDS and related comorbidities, with a focus on SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being.- “The association between HIV tri-therapy with the development of type-2 diabetes mellitus in a rural South African district: A case-control study” - Investigates the metabolic implications of antiretroviral therapy (ART), contributing to better clinical management of HIV/AIDS patients.
- “Lifestyle determinants of diabetes mellitus amongst people living with HIV in the Eastern Cape province, South Africa” - Identifies risk factors for diabetes in HIV patients, aiding in prevention and integrated care.
- “Determinants of Type 2 diabetes mellitus among HIV/AIDS patients on antiretroviral drugs in the OR Tambo District, South Africa” - Highlights the intersection of infectious and non-communicable diseases, supporting tailored interventions.
- Agricultural and Biological Sciences
Advancing sustainable maternal and neonatal care practices, contributing to SDG 12 - Responsible Consumption and Production.- “Essential components of an educational program for implementing skin-to-skin contact for preterm infants in intensive care units: An integrative literature review”- Advocates for evidence-based neonatal care, reducing unnecessary medical interventions.
- “Mothers' perceptions regarding the implementation of skin-to-skin contact for their preterm infants in intensive care units of the North West Province: A qualitative study” - Examines maternal engagement in neonatal care, promoting resource-efficient health practices.
- “Educational Programme to Implement Skin-to-skin Contact for Preterm Infants in the Intensive Care Units: Qualitative Study Proposal” - Develops strategies for improving neonatal outcomes through sustainable practices in hospital settings.
- Nursing
Strengthening palliative and maternal healthcare services aimed at reducing inequalities and promoting social equity, directly supporting SDG 10 - Reduced Inequalities.- “Nurses experience in palliative care of terminally-ill HIV patients in a level 1 district hospital” - Addresses healthcare disparities in end-of-life care.
- “Exploring the lived experiences of nurses caring for terminally ill patients with AIDS in selected wards”- Enhances understanding of the emotional and professional challenges faced by nurses.
- “Perceptions of senior nursing students on how the COVID-19 pandemic influenced their clinical practice” - Assesses the pandemic's impact on nursing education and workforce readiness.
- Social Sciences
Addressing misinformation, vaccine hesitancy, and healthcare accessibility to promote social equity, directly supporting SDG 10 - Reduced Inequalities.- “Strategies to address conspiracy beliefs and misinformation on COVID-19 in South Africa: A narrative literature review” - Proposes interventions to combat health-related misinformation.
- “Understanding the motivations for COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy in South Africa” - Investigates psychological and sociocultural drivers of vaccine hesitancy.
- “The impact of supportive supervision of nurses on access to healthcare in Sub-Saharan Africa: A systematic review” - Highlights the role of leadership in improving health service delivery.
- “Are maternal wards in government hospitals disaster prepared?: Systematic review” - Examines disaster preparedness and healthcare resilience in low-resource settings.
- “Factors Influencing Academic Staff Satisfaction and Retention in Higher Education: A Literature Review” - Investigates strategies to improve workforce retention in higher education.
This classification shows how Dr. NE Bam's work aligns with key global health and social equity goals. It particularly focuses on HIV/AIDS, maternal health, misinformation, and healthcare system resilience.
Dr. Bam's work is also profiled on Scopus, and Web of Science, including datasets on DaYta Ya Rona.
Bam, Nokwanda Edith (Dr)