I show how one can modify the random-walk Metropolis MCMC method in such a way that a sequence of modified Metropolis updates takes little computation time when the rejection rate is outside a desired interval. This allows one to effectively adapt the scale of the Metropolis proposal distribution, by performing several such “short-cut” Metropolis sequences with varying proposal stepsizes. Unlik...

background and objectives: in continuous medical learning programs, selection of appropriate learning methods is important for streaming individuals by learning process. the goal of this study is to compare in-presence learning method with distance learning method and explore their effect on the knowledge of health workers (practical nurses) in terms of reduced expenses.   methods: the study is...

Postpartum depression, a major depressive disorder, predisposes postnatal mothers to physical, social, and psychological malfunctioning. Purpose: The study aimed identify the psychosocial determinants of postpartum depression maternal well-being among in Accra metropolis. Materials Method: A sample 205 women between ages 15 - 39 years are 4 12 weeks old was drawn from 37 Military Hospital, Accr...

The waste-recycling Monte Carlo (WR) algorithm, introduced by Frenkel, is a modification of the Metropolis-Hastings algorithm, which makes use of all the proposals, whereas the standard Metropolis-Hastings algorithm only uses the accepted proposals. We prove the convergence of the WR algorithm and its asymptotic normality. We give an example which shows that in general the WR algorithm is not a...

Inappropriate Health Seeking Behavior has been linked to worse health outcomes, increased morbidity and mortality rates poorer statistics of a country. This study therefore sought identify the factors that influence seeking behavior persons with diabetes in Kumasi Metropolis. employed cross-sectional design quantitative approach. Convenience sampling method was used select 120 participants. An ...

In recent times the effects of population growth on housing is globally underscored. This calls for attention how needs are met by populations in developing countries due to limited individual and state resources. study, therefore, examines Tamale Metropolis resorting mixed methods research design. The study relied such as questionnaire administration key informant interviews primary data colle...