ELDERLY MEN’S UNDERSTANDING OF DIABETES-HYPERTENSION COMORBIDITY RISK: A COMMUNITY STUDY OF AGEGE AND MUSHIN LGAS LAGOS STATE CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Abstract Elderly men aged 60 years in Lagos State exhibit limited comprehension of the pathophysiological mechanisms underlying diabetes-hypertension comorbidity. Despite a high prevalence of dual diagnosis (67%), only 18% demonstrate comprehensive understanding, with 74% failing […]
SCHOOL PROJECT TOPICS BY DEPARTMENT: PUBLIC HEALTH PROJECT TOPICS AND MATERIALS
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ARTISAN AWARENESS OF CHRONIC STRESS AND HYPERTENSION RISK: A CASE STUDY OF BUILDING SITE WORKERS IN ABA AND ONITSHA MARKETS
ARTISAN AWARENESS OF CHRONIC STRESS AND HYPERTENSION RISK: A CASE STUDY OF BUILDING SITE WORKERS IN ABA AND ONITSHA MARKETS CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Abstract Artisan workers within Nigeria’s construction sector exhibit elevated chronic stress levels, as measured by the Perceived Stress Scale (mean score = 8.7), representing the highest occupational stress burden documented in the […]
PREGNANT WOMEN’S KNOWLEDGE OF GESTATIONAL HYPERTENSION RISK FACTORS IN PHC FACILITIES: A STUDY OF IFE CENTRAL AND ILESA EAST LGAS, OSUN STATE
PREGNANT WOMEN’S KNOWLEDGE OF GESTATIONAL HYPERTENSION RISK FACTORS IN PHC FACILITIES: A STUDY OF IFE CENTRAL AND ILESA EAST LGAS, OSUN STATE CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Abstract Pregnant women attending primary healthcare facilities in Osun State demonstrate only 19% accurate knowledge of gestational hypertension risk factors despite 27% developing pregnancy-induced hypertension annually, with 68% unable to […]
CIVIL SERVANTS’ AWARENESS OF OBESITY-RELATED HYPERTENSION RISK IN GOVERNMENT SECRETARIATS: A STUDY OF ABUJA AND PORT HARCOURT
CIVIL SERVANTS’ AWARENESS OF OBESITY-RELATED HYPERTENSION RISK IN GOVERNMENT SECRETARIATS: A STUDY OF ABUJA AND PORT HARCOURT CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Abstract Civil servants employed within Nigerian government secretariats demonstrate significant metabolic health disparities, with 42% exhibiting obesity (BMI ≥30 kg/m²) and 38% presenting with hypertension. Notably, only 24% of respondents identified central obesity as an […]
POLYTECHNIC STUDENTS’ ATTITUDE TOWARDS SMOKING AND HYPERTENSION RISK: A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF YABA COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY AND KADUNA POLYTECHNIC
POLYTECHNIC STUDENTS’ ATTITUDE TOWARDS SMOKING AND HYPERTENSION RISK: A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF YABA COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY AND KADUNA POLYTECHNIC CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Abstract Polytechnic students in Nigeria exhibit a smoking prevalence of 28%, with a mean daily consumption of 12 cigarettes. Despite elevated blood pressure observed in 39% of regular smokers, only 21% recognize smoking […]
TRANSPORT UNION DRIVERS’ UNDERSTANDING OF ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION AND BLOOD PRESSURE CONTROL: A CASE STUDY OF OSHODI AND UTAKO MOTOR PARKS
TRANSPORT UNION DRIVERS’ UNDERSTANDING OF ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION AND BLOOD PRESSURE CONTROL: A CASE STUDY OF OSHODI AND UTAKO MOTOR PARKS CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Abstract Transport union drivers in Nigeria exhibit significant alcohol consumption patterns, with an average daily intake of 8.7 standard alcohol units, predominantly comprising locally distilled ogogoro and commercially produced beer. Despite a […]
ADOLESCENT GIRLS’ AWARENESS OF ORAL CONTRACEPTIVES AND HYPERTENSION RISK IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS: A STUDY OF ENUGU EAST AND NSUKKA LGAS
ADOLESCENT GIRLS’ AWARENESS OF ORAL CONTRACEPTIVES AND HYPERTENSION RISK IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS: A STUDY OF ENUGU EAST AND NSUKKA LGAS CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Abstract Adolescent girls aged 15-19 in Enugu State take birth control pills at pretty high rates almost 1 in 5 girls but here’s the scary part: most of them (86%!) don’t realize […]
CULTURAL PRACTICES AND THE PERSISTENCE OF FEMALE GENITAL MUTILATION AS A FORM OF CHILD ABUSE: A CASE STUDY OF AFIKPO NORTH AND AFIKPO SOUTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREAS, EBONYI STATE
CULTURAL PRACTICES AND THE PERSISTENCE OF FEMALE GENITAL MUTILATION AS A FORM OF CHILD ABUSE: A CASE STUDY OF AFIKPO NORTH AND AFIKPO SOUTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREAS, EBONYI STATE CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background of the Study Female genital mutilation (FGM), widely recognised by the World Health Organization as a fundamental violation of the rights […]
SOCIO-ECONOMIC DETERMINANTS OF PHYSICAL CHILD ABUSE IN INTERNALLY DISPLACED PERSONS (IDP) CAMPS
SOCIO-ECONOMIC DETERMINANTS OF PHYSICAL CHILD ABUSE IN INTERNALLY DISPLACED PERSONS (IDP) CAMPS: A CASE STUDY OF DURUMI AND NEW KUCHINGORO IDP CAMPS, ABUJA MUNICIPAL AREA COUNCIL (AMAC), FCT, 2025 CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background of the Study Child abuse, encompassing physical, emotional, sexual, and neglectful maltreatment, constitutes a pervasive public health crisis in Nigeria, […]
THE ROLE OF ORPHANAGES IN PREVENTING AND PERPETUATING INSTITUTIONAL CHILD NEGLECT AND ABUSE: A CASE STUDY OF SELECTED GOVERNMENT-APPROVED IN JOS NORTH AND JOS SOUTH LGAS, PLATEAU STATE
THE ROLE OF ORPHANAGES IN PREVENTING AND PERPETUATING INSTITUTIONAL CHILD NEGLECT AND ABUSE: A CASE STUDY OF SELECTED GOVERNMENT-APPROVED IN JOS NORTH AND JOS SOUTH LGAS, PLATEAU STATE CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background of the Study Orphanages in Nigeria are meant to serve as safe havens for children who have lost parental care, yet many […]
IMPACT OF PARENTAL SUBSTANCE ABUSE ON CHILD NEGLECT AND EMOTIONAL ABUSE: A CASE STUDY OF SABON GARI AND ZARIA CITY COMMUNITIES, ZARIA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, KADUNA STATE
IMPACT OF PARENTAL SUBSTANCE ABUSE ON CHILD NEGLECT AND EMOTIONAL ABUSE: A CASE STUDY OF SABON GARI AND ZARIA CITY COMMUNITIES, ZARIA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, KADUNA STATE CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background of the Study Over the past decade, non-medical use of pharmaceutical opioids especially tramadol and codeine-containing cough syrups has escalated into a major […]
CHILD TRAFFICKING AND SEXUAL EXPLOITATION IN MOTOR PARKS AND MARKETS: A CASE STUDY OF LAGOS GARAGE AND OYINGBO MARKET IN MAINLAND LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, LAGOS STATE
CHILD TRAFFICKING AND SEXUAL EXPLOITATION IN MOTOR PARKS AND MARKETS: A CASE STUDY OF LAGOS GARAGE AND OYINGBO MARKET IN MAINLAND LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, LAGOS STATE CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background of the Study Motor parks and sprawling urban markets in Nigeria have quietly transformed into recruitment and transit hubs for child trafficking and sexual […]
HYPERTENSION AWARENESS AND PREVENTION STRATEGIES AMONG UNIVERSITY STUDENTS IN ZARIA CAMPUS, KADUNA STATE
HYPERTENSION AWARENESS AND PREVENTION STRATEGIES AMONG UNIVERSITY STUDENTS IN ZARIA CAMPUS, KADUNA STATE Abstract Hypertension awareness and early prevention are crucial for young adults facing academic pressures that raise blood pressure risks. This study examines these issues among students at Zaria Campus, Kaduna State, Nigeria, using a 2023 campus survey that found 15% pre-hypertension in […]
DETERMINANTS AND ADVERSE OUTCOMES OF SELF-MEDICATION AMONG ADOLESCENT APPRENTICES IN ABA, ABIA STATE
DETERMINANTS AND ADVERSE OUTCOMES OF SELF-MEDICATION AMONG ADOLESCENT APPRENTICES IN ABA, ABIA STATE Abstract Self-medication among adolescent apprentices in informal sectors like Aba’s workshops poses risks from unregulated drug access and economic pressures, leading to adverse health events. This study investigates determinants such as cost barriers and injury patterns, alongside outcomes like drug toxicity, through […]
PREVALENCE AND CONSEQUENCES OF SELF-MEDICATION FOR COVID-19 PREVENTION AMONG URBAN YOUTHS IN PORT HARCOURT, RIVERS STATE
PREVALENCE AND CONSEQUENCES OF SELF-MEDICATION FOR COVID-19 PREVENTION AMONG URBAN YOUTHS IN PORT HARCOURT, RIVERS STATE Abstract Self-medication for COVID-19 prevention among urban youths in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria, increased significantly during the pandemic due to fear, misinformation, and limited healthcare access, often involving unverified agents with potential health risks. This study examines the […]
CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES IN USING MOBILE CLINICS FOR HEALTH EDUCATION AND IMMUNIZATION DELIVERY
CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES IN USING MOBILE CLINICS FOR HEALTH EDUCATION AND IMMUNIZATION DELIVERY (A CASE STUDY OF COASTAL HEALTH POSTS IN YENAGOA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, BAYELSA STATE) Abstract Mobile clinics serve as dynamic platforms for bridging health service gaps in remote coastal regions, yet their deployment for health education and immunization faces unique logistical and […]
LIFESTYLE INTERVENTIONS FOR HYPERTENSION CONTROL AMONG CIVIL SERVANTS IN IKEJA SECRETARIAT, LAGOS STATE
LIFESTYLE INTERVENTIONS FOR HYPERTENSION CONTROL AMONG CIVIL SERVANTS IN IKEJA SECRETARIAT, LAGOS STATE Abstract Hypertension control through lifestyle changes is vital for office workers facing sedentary routines and high pressure environments. This research examines such interventions for civil servants at Ikeja Secretariat in Lagos State, Nigeria, building on 2022 REMAH survey data showing 42% elevated […]
COMMUNITY BASED SCREENING AND MANAGEMENT OF HYPERTENSION AMONG RURAL FARMERS IN OGOJA, CROSS RIVER STATE
COMMUNITY BASED SCREENING AND MANAGEMENT OF HYPERTENSION AMONG RURAL FARMERS IN OGOJA, CROSS RIVER STATE Abstract Hypertension screening and care at the community level can save lives in rural areas where clinics are far, roads are poor, and people rarely check their health. This study sets up and tests these efforts for farmers in Ogoja, […]
RISKS ASSESSMENT AND PREVENTION OF HYPERTENSION AMONG MARKET TRADERS IN ARIARIA MARKET, ABA, ABIA STATE
RISKS ASSESSMENT AND PREVENTION OF HYPERTENSION AMONG MARKET TRADERS IN ARIARIA MARKET, ABA, ABIA STATE Abstract Hypertension, a leading cardiovascular risk factor, imposes a heavy burden on informal occupational groups like market traders, exacerbated by modifiable lifestyle elements such as excessive salt consumption and chronic stress. This study evaluates risk assessment and prevention approaches among […]
POLICY AND IMPLEMENTATION GAPS IN HEALTH EDUCATION STRATEGIES FOR SUSTAINING IMMUNIZATION COMPLIANCE
POLICY AND IMPLEMENTATION GAPS IN HEALTH EDUCATION STRATEGIES FOR SUSTAINING IMMUNIZATION COMPLIANCE (A CASE STUDY OF STATE HOSPITALS IN CALABAR SOUTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, CROSS RIVER STATE) Abstract Policies and how they are carried out often have big differences when it comes to health education for keeping children vaccinated. This study looks at these problems […]
ASSESSING THE ROLE OF TRADITIONAL LEADERS IN DISSEMINATING HEALTH EDUCATION FOR VACCINATION AWARENESS
ASSESSING THE ROLE OF TRADITIONAL LEADERS IN DISSEMINATING HEALTH EDUCATION FOR VACCINATION AWARENESS (A CASE STUDY OF VILLAGE HEALTH COMMITTEES IN KUBWA DISTRICT, BWARI AREA COUNCIL, FEDERAL CAPITAL TERRITORY, ABUJA) CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Abstract Traditional leaders hold substantial sway in rural and peri-urban Nigerian societies, acting as reliable channels for health information, though their involvement […]
INTEGRATION OF HEALTH EDUCATION WITH NUTRITION PROGRAMS TO ENHANCE CHILDHOOD IMMUNIZATION COVERAGE
INTEGRATION OF HEALTH EDUCATION WITH NUTRITION PROGRAMS TO ENHANCE CHILDHOOD IMMUNIZATION COVERAGE (A CASE STUDY OF PEDIATRIC WARDS IN WARRI CENTRAL LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, DELTA STATE) CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Abstract Combining health education and nutrition initiatives creates a powerful combined strategy to overcome linked obstacles to childhood vaccination, such as lack of parental understanding and […]
GENDER DISPARITIES IN ACCESS TO HEALTH EDUCATION AND THEIR EFFECTS ON HOUSEHOLD IMMUNIZATION COMPLIANCE
Gender Disparities in Access to Health Education and Their Effects on Household Immunization Compliance (A Case Study of Women’s Groups in Dala Local Government Area, Kano State). CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Abstract Gender disparities in access to health education profoundly shape household decision-making on immunization, particularly in patriarchal northern Nigerian contexts where women’s limited autonomy hinders […]
EVALUATION OF PEER-LED HEALTH EDUCATION INTERVENTIONS ON MATERNAL ATTITUDES TOWARD ROUTINE VACCINATIONS
EVALUATION OF PEER-LED HEALTH EDUCATION INTERVENTIONS ON MATERNAL ATTITUDES TOWARD ROUTINE VACCINATIONS (A Case Study of Maternal and Child Health Clinics in Port Harcourt City Local Government Area, Rivers State) Abstract Peer-led health education interventions leverage trusted community networks to address vaccine hesitancy, particularly among mothers navigating cultural and informational barriers to routine vaccinations. This study […]
IMPACT OF SOCIOECONOMIC STATUS ON THE EFFICACY OF SCHOOL-LINKED HEALTH EDUCATION FOR INFANT IMMUNIZATION
IMPACT OF SOCIOECONOMIC STATUS ON THE EFFICACY OF SCHOOL-LINKED HEALTH EDUCATION FOR INFANT IMMUNIZATION. (A Case Study of Community Health Outreach in Giwa Local Government Area, Kaduna State) Abstract School-linked health education programs represent a promising avenue for promoting infant immunization, yet their efficacy varies significantly across socioeconomic strata, particularly in resource-constrained northern Nigeria. […]
ROLE OF DIGITAL HEALTH EDUCATION TOOLS IN IMPROVING PARENTAL KNOWLEDGE AND IMMUNIZATION COMPLIANCE RATES
ROLE OF DIGITAL HEALTH EDUCATION TOOLS IN IMPROVING PARENTAL KNOWLEDGE AND IMMUNIZATION COMPLIANCE RATES. (A Case Study of University of Ibadan Health Services, Oyo State) Abstract Digital health education tools, such as mobile applications, SMS reminders, and interactive platforms, have emerged as pivotal interventions to bridge knowledge gaps and enhance immunization compliance among parents. […]
CULTURAL AND RELIGIOUS BARRIERS TO HEALTH EDUCATION AND THEIR INFLUENCE ON CHILDHOOD VACCINATION ADHERENCE
CULTURAL AND RELIGIOUS BARRIERS TO HEALTH EDUCATION AND THEIR INFLUENCE ON CHILDHOOD VACCINATION ADHERENCE (A Case Study of Rural Clinics in Enugu North Local Government Area, Enugu State) Abstract Childhood vaccination remains a cornerstone of public health, yet adherence in rural settings is often undermined by entrenched cultural and religious barriers intertwined with limited health […]
EFFECTIVENESS OF COMMUNITY-BASED HEALTH EDUCATION PROGRAMS IN BOOSTING IMMUNIZATION UPTAKE AMONG LOW-INCOME FAMILIES
EFFECTIVENESS OF COMMUNITY-BASED HEALTH EDUCATION PROGRAMS IN BOOSTING IMMUNIZATION UPTAKE AMONG LOW-INCOME FAMILIES (A Case Study of Primary Health Centers in Alimosho Local Government Area, Lagos State) Abstract Community-based health education programs are essential for addressing low immunization uptake among low-income families, particularly in densely populated urban slums where access barriers and misinformation prevail. This […]
INTEGRATION OF TRADITIONAL MEDICINE PRACTICES WITH MODERN ORAL HEALTH SYSTEMS FOR IMPROVED ACCESS
INTEGRATION OF TRADITIONAL MEDICINE PRACTICES WITH MODERN ORAL HEALTH SYSTEMS FOR IMPROVED ACCESS (A CASE STUDY OF UNIVERSITY OF CALABAR TEACHING HOSPITAL, CROSS RIVER STATE) Abstract This study explores the integration of traditional medicine practices with modern oral health systems to enhance access at University of Calabar Teaching Hospital (UCTH), Cross River State, Nigeria. It […]
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS AND THEIR INFLUENCE ON ORAL HEALTH INFRASTRUCTURE RESILIENCE IN COASTAL AREAS
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS AND THEIR INFLUENCE ON ORAL HEALTH INFRASTRUCTURE RESILIENCE IN COASTAL AREAS (A CASE STUDY OF FEDERAL MEDICAL CENTRE, YENAGOA, BAYELSA STATE) Abstract This study investigates environmental factors influencing oral health infrastructure resilience in coastal areas, using the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, Nigeria, as a case. Yenagoa’s Niger Delta location exposes […]
EQUITY ISSUES IN PEDIATRIC ORAL HEALTH SERVICES AMIDST RESOURCE CONSTRAINTS
EQUITY ISSUES IN PEDIATRIC ORAL HEALTH SERVICES AMIDST RESOURCE CONSTRAINTS (A CASE STUDY OF NATIONAL HOSPITAL, ABUJA, FEDERAL CAPITAL TERRITORY) Abstract Equity issues in pediatric oral health services are intensified by resource constraints, resulting in disproportionate burdens on low-income children who face barriers to preventive care and timely interventions. This study investigates these issues at […]
IMPACT OF WORKFORCE SHORTAGES ON QUALITY OF CARE IN SPECIALIZED DENTAL UNITS
IMPACT OF WORKFORCE SHORTAGES ON QUALITY OF CARE IN SPECIALIZED DENTAL UNITS (A CASE STUDY OF DELTA STATE UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL, OGHARA, DELTA STATE) Abstract This study investigates the impact of workforce shortages on quality of care in specialized dental units at Delta State University Teaching Hospital (DELSUTH), Oghara, Delta State, Nigeria. It employs a […]
SOCIOECONOMIC DISPARITIES IN ORAL HEALTH OUTCOMES AND RESOURCE ALLOCATION IN SEMI-URBAN SETTINGS
SOCIOECONOMIC DISPARITIES IN ORAL HEALTH OUTCOMES AND RESOURCE ALLOCATION IN SEMI-URBAN SETTINGS (A CASE STUDY OF UNIVERSITY OF PORT HARCOURT TEACHING HOSPITAL, RIVERS STATE) Abstract Socioeconomic disparities profoundly shape oral health outcomes and resource allocation in semi-urban settings, where low-income groups face barriers to preventive care, leading to higher disease burdens. This study examines these […]
ROLE OF COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT IN ENHANCING ORAL HEALTH EDUCATION AND TREATMENT ADHERENCE
ROLE OF COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT IN ENHANCING ORAL HEALTH EDUCATION AND TREATMENT ADHERENCE (A CASE STUDY OF AMINU KANO TEACHING HOSPITAL, KANO STATE) Abstract This study explores the role of community engagement in bolstering oral health education and treatment adherence at the Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital (AKTH), Kano State, Nigeria. AKTH’s dental department, serving 500,000 residents […]
ASSESSMENT OF PUBLIC AWARENESS CAMPAIGNS AND THEIR EFFECTIVENESS IN REDUCING ORAL DISEASE PREVALENCE
ASSESSMENT OF PUBLIC AWARENESS CAMPAIGNS AND THEIR EFFECTIVENESS IN REDUCING ORAL DISEASE PREVALENCE (A CASE STUDY OF AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL, ZARIA, KADUNA STATE) Abstract This study assesses the effectiveness of public awareness campaigns in reducing oral disease prevalence at Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital (ABUTH), Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria. Using a mixed-methods design, […]
EVALUATION OF INFRASTRUCTURE DEFICIENCIES AND THEIR IMPACT ON DENTAL SERVICE DELIVERY IN URBAN PUBLIC HOSPITALS
EVALUATION OF INFRASTRUCTURE DEFICIENCIES AND THEIR IMPACT ON DENTAL SERVICE DELIVERY IN URBAN PUBLIC HOSPITALS (A CASE STUDY OF LAGOS UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL, LAGOS STATE) Abstract Infrastructure deficiencies in urban public hospitals hinder effective dental service delivery, leading to delayed treatments, reduced patient satisfaction, and exacerbated oral health disparities. This study evaluates these deficiencies and […]
POLICY IMPLEMENTATION CHALLENGES IN INTEGRATING ORAL HEALTH INTO PRIMARY CARE SYSTEMS
POLICY IMPLEMENTATION CHALLENGES IN INTEGRATING ORAL HEALTH INTO PRIMARY CARE SYSTEMS (A CASE STUDY OF UNIVERSITY COLLEGE HOSPITAL, IBADAN, OYO STATE) Abstract This study evaluates policy implementation challenges in integrating oral health into primary care systems at University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria. Employing a mixed-methods approach, it surveyed 250 healthcare providers and […]
BARRIERS TO ACCESS AND UTILIZATION OF PREVENTIVE ORAL HEALTH SERVICES IN RURAL HEALTH FACILITIES
BARRIERS TO ACCESS AND UTILIZATION OF PREVENTIVE ORAL HEALTH SERVICES IN RURAL HEALTH FACILITIES (A CASE STUDY OF ENUGU STATE UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY TEACHING HOSPITAL, ENUGU STATE) Abstract This study examines barriers to access and utilization of preventive oral health services in rural health facilities, focusing on the Enugu State University of Science […]
GENDER INEQUALITY AND ACCESS TO STI EDUCATION RESOURCES: INSIGHTS FROM ENGINEERING STUDENTS
GENDER INEQUALITY AND ACCESS TO STI EDUCATION RESOURCES: INSIGHTS FROM ENGINEERING STUDENTS (A CASE STUDY OF RIVERS STATE UNIVERSITY, PORT HARCOURT, RIVERS STATE) Abstract Gender inequality significantly impedes access to sexual health resources, particularly in male-dominated fields like engineering, where stereotypes and resource allocation biases limit female students’ engagement with STI education. This study draws […]
INFLUENCE OF MIGRATION STATUS AND HOUSEHOLD SIZE ON COMPREHENSIVE STI KNOWLEDGE AMONG INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
INFLUENCE OF MIGRATION STATUS AND HOUSEHOLD SIZE ON COMPREHENSIVE STI KNOWLEDGE AMONG INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS (A CASE STUDY OF AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA, YOLA, ADAMAWA STATE) Abstract This study investigates the influence of migration status and household size on comprehensive STI knowledge among international students at the American University of Nigeria (AUN), Yola, Adamawa State, Nigeria. […]
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN SOCIOECONOMIC DISPARITIES AND UNDERSTANDING OF ASYMPTOMATIC STI SYMPTOMS IN RURAL CAMPUSES
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN SOCIOECONOMIC DISPARITIES AND UNDERSTANDING OF ASYMPTOMATIC STI SYMPTOMS IN RURAL CAMPUSES (A CASE STUDY OF FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE, ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE) Abstract Asymptomatic sexually transmitted infections (STIs) pose a silent threat, often undetected until complications arise, with socioeconomic disparities exacerbating knowledge gaps among rural university students who lack access to urban health […]
EFFECTS OF PARENTAL OCCUPATION AND PEER INFLUENCE ON STI RISK BEHAVIORS AND KNOWLEDGE AMONG ARTS STUDENTS
EFFECTS OF PARENTAL OCCUPATION AND PEER INFLUENCE ON STI RISK BEHAVIORS AND KNOWLEDGE AMONG ARTS STUDENTS (A CASE STUDY OF BAYERO UNIVERSITY, KANO, KANO STATE) Abstract This study examines the effects of parental occupation and peer influence on STI risk behaviors and knowledge among arts students at Bayero University, Kano, Kano State, Nigeria. Employing a […]
SOCIODEMOGRAPHIC DETERMINANTS OF HPV VACCINATION KNOWLEDGE AMONG FEMALE UNDERGRADUATES
SOCIODEMOGRAPHIC DETERMINANTS OF HPV VACCINATION KNOWLEDGE AMONG FEMALE UNDERGRADUATES (A CASE STUDY OF UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA, NSUKKA, ENUGU STATE) Abstract This study investigates sociodemographic determinants influencing HPV vaccination knowledge among female undergraduates at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), Enugu State, Nigeria. With Nigeria’s cervical cancer incidence at 12,000 cases annually—70% HPV-related—yet vaccination coverage […]
EXPLORING THE LINK BETWEEN RELIGION, MARITAL STATUS, AND AWARENESS OF SYPHILIS TRANSMISSION AMONG FINAL-YEAR STUDENTS
EXPLORING THE LINK BETWEEN RELIGION, MARITAL STATUS, AND AWARENESS OF SYPHILIS TRANSMISSION AMONG FINAL-YEAR STUDENTS (A CASE STUDY OF OBAFEMI AWOLOWO UNIVERSITY, ILE-IFE, OSUN STATE) Abstract This study explores the interplay between religion, marital status, and awareness of syphilis transmission among final-year students at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria. Adopting a cross-sectional […]
ROLE OF EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND IN SHAPING PERCEPTIONS OF CHLAMYDIA AND GONORRHEA RISKS
ROLE OF EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND IN SHAPING PERCEPTIONS OF CHLAMYDIA AND GONORRHEA RISKS (A CASE STUDY OF AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY, ZARIA, KADUNA STATE) Abstract This study investigates how educational background influences perceptions of chlamydia and gonorrhea risks among students at Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria. Utilizing a cross-sectional mixed-methods design, it surveyed 400 […]
IMPACT OF ETHNIC DIVERSITY AND URBAN-RURAL ORIGIN ON STI KNOWLEDGE GAPS AMONG MEDICAL STUDENTS
IMPACT OF ETHNIC DIVERSITY AND URBAN-RURAL ORIGIN ON STI KNOWLEDGE GAPS AMONG MEDICAL STUDENTS (A CASE STUDY OF UNIVERSITY OF IBADAN, IBADAN, OYO STATE) Abstract This study explores the impact of ethnic diversity and urban-rural origin on STI knowledge gaps among medical students at the University of Ibadan (UI), Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria. UI’s College […]
AGE FACTORS AND KNOWLEDGE OF HIV PREVENTION STRATEGIES AMONG UNIVERSITY STUDENTS
AGE FACTORS AND KNOWLEDGE OF HIV PREVENTION STRATEGIES AMONG UNIVERSITY STUDENTS (A CASE STUDY OF UNIVERSITY OF LAGOS, AKOKA, LAGOS STATE) Abstract This study investigates age factors influencing knowledge of HIV prevention strategies among university students at the University of Lagos (UNILAG), Akoka, Lagos State, Nigeria. Amid Nigeria’s 1.5 million HIV cases, with youth aged […]
INFLUENCE OF GENDER AND SOCIOECONOMIC STATUS ON STI AWARENESS LEVELS AMONG UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS
INFLUENCE OF GENDER AND SOCIOECONOMIC STATUS ON STI AWARENESS LEVELS AMONG UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS (A CASE STUDY OF COVENANT UNIVERSITY, OTA, OGUN STATE) Abstract Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) pose a significant public health challenge among young adults, with gender and socioeconomic status (SES) influencing awareness levels and prevention behaviors. This study investigates these influences among undergraduate […]
POLICY IMPLEMENTATION GAPS IN LINKING ANTENATAL AND CHILD WELFARE SERVICES FOR MATERNAL HEALTH EQUITY
POLICY IMPLEMENTATION GAPS IN LINKING ANTENATAL AND CHILD WELFARE SERVICES FOR MATERNAL HEALTH EQUITY (A CASE STUDY OF STATE HOSPITALS IN CALABAR MUNICIPALITY, CROSS RIVER STATE) Abstract Policy implementation gaps in linking antenatal care (ANC) with child welfare services undermine maternal health equity, particularly in resource-constrained settings where fragmented delivery exacerbates disparities. This study examines […]
CHALLENGES IN ACCESSING EMERGENCY MATERNITY SERVICES FOR MOTHERS ENGAGED IN CHILD IMMUNIZATION DRIVES
CHALLENGES IN ACCESSING EMERGENCY MATERNITY SERVICES FOR MOTHERS ENGAGED IN CHILD IMMUNIZATION DRIVES (A CASE STUDY OF COASTAL HEALTH POSTS IN YENAGOA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, BAYELSA STATE) Abstract Emergency maternity services are critical for reducing maternal mortality, yet mothers engaged in child immunization drives often face compounded access barriers, diverting time and resources from urgent […]
ASSOCIATION BETWEEN ANTENATAL CARE UTILIZATION AND NEONATAL OUTCOMES IN CHILD WELFARE PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS
ASSOCIATION BETWEEN ANTENATAL CARE UTILIZATION AND NEONATAL OUTCOMES IN CHILD WELFARE PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS (A CASE STUDY OF PEDIATRIC WARDS IN KUBWA DISTRICT, BWARI AREA COUNCIL, FEDERAL CAPITAL TERRITORY, ABUJA) Abstract This study explores the association between antenatal care (ANC) utilization and neonatal outcomes among participants in child welfare programs in pediatric wards of Kubwa District, […]
EVALUATION OF DIGITAL HEALTH INTERVENTIONS FOR ANTENATAL SCHEDULING IN CHILD WELFARE SERVICE SETTINGS
EVALUATION OF DIGITAL HEALTH INTERVENTIONS FOR ANTENATAL SCHEDULING IN CHILD WELFARE SERVICE SETTINGS (A CASE STUDY OF MOBILE CLINICS IN WARRI SOUTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, DELTA STATE) Abstract This study evaluates digital health interventions for antenatal scheduling in child welfare service settings, focusing on mobile clinics in Warri South Local Government Area, Delta State, Nigeria. […]
GENDER DYNAMICS AND CULTURAL BELIEFS AFFECTING MATERNITY SERVICE UPTAKE AMONG CHILD WELFARE SEEKERS
GENDER DYNAMICS AND CULTURAL BELIEFS AFFECTING MATERNITY SERVICE UPTAKE AMONG CHILD WELFARE SEEKERS (A CASE STUDY OF WOMEN’S GROUPS IN DALA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, KANO STATE) Abstract This study explores how gender dynamics and cultural beliefs shape maternity service uptake among women in child welfare groups in Dala Local Government Area, Kano State, Nigeria. Using […]
UTILIZATION PATTERNS OF ANTENATAL SERVICES AND THEIR EFFECT ON CHILD VACCINATION COMPLIANCE IN URBAN SLUMS
UTILIZATION PATTERNS OF ANTENATAL SERVICES AND THEIR EFFECT ON CHILD VACCINATION COMPLIANCE IN URBAN SLUMS (A CASE STUDY OF MATERNAL AND CHILD HEALTH CLINICS IN PORT HARCOURT, RIVERS STATE) Abstract This study investigates utilization patterns of antenatal services and their impact on child vaccination compliance in urban slums of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria. Maternal […]
IMPACT OF SOCIOECONOMIC STATUS ON ANTENATAL ATTENDANCE AMONG MOTHERS USING POSTNATAL CHILD WELFARE CLINICS
IMPACT OF SOCIOECONOMIC STATUS ON ANTENATAL ATTENDANCE AMONG MOTHERS USING POSTNATAL CHILD WELFARE CLINICS (A CASE STUDY OF HEALTH FACILITIES IN IBADAN NORTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, OYO STATE) Abstract This study examines how socioeconomic status affects antenatal attendance among mothers attending postnatal child welfare clinics in Ibadan North Local Government Area, Oyo State, Nigeria. […]
ROLE OF COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKERS IN ENHANCING MATERNITY CARE ACCESS FOR CHILD WELFARE BENEFICIARIES
ROLE OF COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKERS IN ENHANCING MATERNITY CARE ACCESS FOR CHILD WELFARE BENEFICIARIES (A CASE STUDY OF VILLAGE HEALTH OUTREACH PROGRAMS IN GIWA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, KADUNA STATE) Abstract Community health workers (CHWs) play a pivotal role in bridging gaps in rural maternity care, particularly for child welfare beneficiaries, by facilitating access through outreach […]
FACTORS INFLUENCING THE INTEGRATION OF ANTENATAL CARE WITH IMMUNIZATION SERVICES FOR CHILD WELFARE
FACTORS INFLUENCING THE INTEGRATION OF ANTENATAL CARE WITH IMMUNIZATION SERVICES FOR CHILD WELFARE (A CASE STUDY OF PRIMARY HEALTH CENTERS IN ALIMOSHO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, LAGOS STATE) Abstract Integrating antenatal care (ANC) with immunization services enhances child welfare by streamlining maternal-child health delivery, yet factors like access barriers and service fragmentation hinder uptake in […]
BARRIERS TO MATERNITY SERVICE UTILIZATION AMONG LOW-INCOME MOTHERS ENROLLED IN CHILD NUTRITION PROGRAMS
BARRIERS TO MATERNITY SERVICE UTILIZATION AMONG LOW-INCOME MOTHERS ENROLLED IN CHILD NUTRITION PROGRAMS (A CASE STUDY OF RURAL CLINICS IN ENUGU EAST LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, ENUGU STATE) Abstract This study examines barriers to maternity service utilization among low-income mothers enrolled in child nutrition programs in rural clinics of Enugu East Local Government Area (LGA), […]
SUSTAINABLE UPGRADES TO SEWAGE SYSTEMS TO REDUCE VECTOR-BORNE DISEASES
SUSTAINABLE UPGRADES TO SEWAGE SYSTEMS TO REDUCE VECTOR-BORNE DISEASES IN HIGH-DENSITY URBAN ZONES (A CASE STUDY OF YENAGOA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, BAYELSA STATE) Abstract This study proposes sustainable upgrades to sewage systems to mitigate vector-borne diseases in high-density urban zones of Yenagoa LGA, Bayelsa State, Nigeria. Yenagoa’s rapid urbanization, coupled with oil-rich wetland ecology, has […]
ASSESSING GENDER DISPARITIES IN HEALTH VULNERABILITIES FROM POOR SEWAGE DISPOSAL PRACTICES
ASSESSING GENDER DISPARITIES IN HEALTH VULNERABILITIES FROM POOR SEWAGE DISPOSAL PRACTICES (A CASE STUDY OF WOMEN-LED HOUSEHOLDS IN DALA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, KANO STATE) Abstract This study assesses gender disparities in health vulnerabilities arising from poor sewage disposal practices, focusing on women-led households in Dala Local Government Area (LGA), Kano State, Nigeria. In this densely […]
EXPLORING THE ROLE OF INADEQUATE SEWAGE INFRASTRUCTURE IN THE SPREAD OF CHOLERA AND TYPHOID IN COASTAL SETTLEMENTS
EXPLORING THE ROLE OF INADEQUATE SEWAGE INFRASTRUCTURE IN THE SPREAD OF CHOLERA AND TYPHOID IN COASTAL SETTLEMENTS (A CASE STUDY OF PORT HARCOURT CITY LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, RIVERS STATE) Abstract This study explores how poor sewage systems help spread cholera and typhoid in coastal neighborhoods of Port Harcourt City Local Government Area, Rivers State, Nigeria. […]
INVESTIGATING THE ENVIRONMENTAL AND HEALTH CONSEQUENCES OF OPEN SEWAGE DRAINS ON SKIN AND GASTROINTESTINAL INFECTIONS
INVESTIGATING THE ENVIRONMENTAL AND HEALTH CONSEQUENCES OF OPEN SEWAGE DRAINS ON SKIN AND GASTROINTESTINAL INFECTIONS (A CASE STUDY OF SECONDARY SCHOOL COMMUNITIES IN WARRI SOUTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, DELTA STATE) Abstract Open sewage drains in urbanizing areas pose severe environmental degradation and health risks, particularly skin and gastrointestinal (GI) infections, amplified in school settings where […]
ANALYZING THE SOCIOECONOMIC IMPACTS OF FAULTY SEWAGE DISPOSAL ON MALNUTRITION AND STUNTING AMONG VULNERABLE POPULATIONS
ANALYZING THE SOCIOECONOMIC IMPACTS OF FAULTY SEWAGE DISPOSAL ON MALNUTRITION AND STUNTING AMONG VULNERABLE POPULATIONS (A CASE STUDY OF AGRICULTURAL COMMUNITIES IN GIWA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, KADUNA STATE) Abstract Faulty sewage disposal in agricultural communities often contaminates soil, water, and food chains, perpetuating cycles of malnutrition and stunting among vulnerable populations, particularly children. This study […]
EVALUATING COMMUNITY-LED INTERVENTIONS FOR MITIGATING SEWAGE-RELATED PUBLIC HEALTH HAZARDS SETTLEMENTS
EVALUATING COMMUNITY-LED INTERVENTIONS FOR MITIGATING SEWAGE-RELATED PUBLIC HEALTH HAZARDS SETTLEMENTS. (A CASE STUDY OF KUBWA DISTRICT, BWARI AREA COUNCIL, FEDERAL CAPITAL TERRITORY, ABUJA) Abstract This study evaluates community-led interventions for reducing sewage-related health risks in informal settlements of Kubwa District, Bwari Area Council, Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. It employs a mixed-methods approach, surveying 380 households […]
EVALUATING THE HEALTH RISKS OF UNTREATED SEWAGE DISCHARGE ON GROUNDWATER QUALITY AND COMMUNITY WELL-BEING
EVALUATING THE HEALTH RISKS OF UNTREATED SEWAGE DISCHARGE ON GROUNDWATER QUALITY AND COMMUNITY WELL-BEING (A CASE STUDY OF RURAL SETTLEMENTS IN ENUGU EAST LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, ENUGU STATE) Abstract This study evaluates the health risks posed by untreated sewage discharge on groundwater quality and community well-being in rural settlements of Enugu East Local Government Area, […]
EXAMINING THE EFFECTS OF SEWAGE OVERFLOW ON RESPIRATORY HEALTH AND AIR POLLUTION IN FLOOD-PRONE NEIGHBORHOODS
EXAMINING THE EFFECTS OF SEWAGE OVERFLOW ON RESPIRATORY HEALTH AND AIR POLLUTION IN FLOOD-PRONE NEIGHBORHOODS (A CASE STUDY OF AJEGUNLE SLUM, AJEROMI-IFELODUN LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, LAGOS STATE) Abstract Sewage overflow in flood-prone urban slums poses multifaceted health risks, extending beyond waterborne diseases to respiratory illnesses and air pollution through aerosolized pathogens and volatile compounds. This […]
INVESTIGATING THE LINK BETWEEN INADEQUATE SEWAGE SYSTEMS AND CHILDHOOD DIARRHEAL DISEASES IN URBAN AREAS
INVESTIGATING THE LINK BETWEEN INADEQUATE SEWAGE SYSTEMS AND CHILDHOOD DIARRHEAL DISEASES IN URBAN AREAS (A CASE STUDY OF IBADAN NORTH-EAST LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, OYO STATE) Abstract This study investigates the connection between poor sewage systems and diarrhea in young children in peri-urban neighborhoods of Ibadan North-East Local Government Area, Oyo State, Nigeria. Using a mixed-methods […]
ASSESSING THE CONTRIBUTION OF POOR SEWAGE MANAGEMENT TO WATERBORNE DISEASE OUTBREAKS IN URBAN SLUMS (A CASE STUDY OF MAKOKO COMMUNITY, LAGOS STATE)
ASSESSING THE CONTRIBUTION OF POOR SEWAGE MANAGEMENT TO WATERBORNE DISEASE OUTBREAKS IN URBAN SLUMS (A CASE STUDY OF MAKOKO COMMUNITY, LAGOS STATE) Abstract Urban slums in developing countries face severe public health challenges due to inadequate infrastructure, particularly poor sewage management, which exacerbates waterborne disease outbreaks. This study assesses the contribution of poor sewage management […]
GENDER DIFFERENCES IN AWARENESS AND PARTICIPATION IN ENVIRONMENTAL VECTOR CONTROL STRATEGIES FOR MALARIA (A CASE STUDY OF WOMEN-LED HOUSEHOLDS IN KANO STATE)
GENDER DIFFERENCES IN AWARENESS AND PARTICIPATION IN ENVIRONMENTAL VECTOR CONTROL STRATEGIES FOR MALARIA (A CASE STUDY OF WOMEN-LED HOUSEHOLDS IN KANO STATE) Abstract Gender roles significantly influence malaria control efforts, often placing women at higher risk due to domestic responsibilities while limiting their participation in decision-making. This study explores differences in awareness and participation in […]
EFFECTIVENESS OF SCHOOL-BASED EDUCATION PROGRAMS ON YOUTH INVOLVEMENT IN MALARIA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
EFFECTIVENESS OF SCHOOL-BASED EDUCATION PROGRAMS ON YOUTH INVOLVEMENT IN MALARIA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT Abstract This study checks how well school lessons get young people to clean up the environment and fight malaria. It uses talks, drama, and clean-up clubs to teach students how to stop mosquitoes from breeding in dirty water or bushes. The research follows […]
ASSESSMENT OF INDOOR RESIDUAL SPRAYING COMBINED WITH ENVIRONMENTAL CLEANUP ON MALARIA INCIDENCE RATES
ASSESSMENT OF INDOOR RESIDUAL SPRAYING COMBINED WITH ENVIRONMENTAL CLEANUP ON MALARIA INCIDENCE RATES. (A Case Study of Peri-Urban Areas in Abuja Federal Capital Territory) Abstract Combining indoor residual spraying (IRS) with environmental cleanup, such as debris removal and drainage improvements, offers a synergistic approach to malaria control by targeting both indoor resting mosquitoes and outdoor […]
ROLE OF COMMUNITY-LED SANITATION CAMPAIGNS IN ENHANCING ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AGAINST MALARIA
ROLE OF COMMUNITY-LED SANITATION CAMPAIGNS IN ENHANCING ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AGAINST MALARIA (A Case Study of Port Harcourt City Local Government Area, Rivers State) Abstract Community-led sanitation campaigns can improve environmental management for malaria control. This study analyzes their role in Port Harcourt, surveying 250 participants and evaluating campaign outcomes. Results show a 35% increase in […]
KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDES, AND PRACTICES (KAP) OF FARMERS ON AGRO-ENVIRONMENTAL MODIFICATIONS FOR MALARIA PREVENTION (A CASE STUDY OF AGRICULTURAL SETTLEMENTS IN KADUNA STATE)
KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDES, AND PRACTICES (KAP) OF FARMERS ON AGRO-ENVIRONMENTAL MODIFICATIONS FOR MALARIA PREVENTION (A CASE STUDY OF AGRICULTURAL SETTLEMENTS IN KADUNA STATE) Abstract This study investigates the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) of farmers regarding agro-environmental modifications for malaria prevention in agricultural settlements of Kaduna State, Nigeria. It adopts a mixed-methods research format, involving surveys […]
EVALUATION OF VEGETATION CLEARANCE AND WATER DRAINAGE INITIATIVES IN REDUCING ANOPHELES MOSQUITO BREEDING SITES (A CASE STUDY OF IBADAN NORTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, OYO STATE)
EVALUATION OF VEGETATION CLEARANCE AND WATER DRAINAGE INITIATIVES IN REDUCING ANOPHELES MOSQUITO BREEDING SITES (A CASE STUDY OF IBADAN NORTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, OYO STATE) Abstract This study checks how clearing bushes and fixing drains help cut down spots where Anopheles mosquitoes lay eggs in Ibadan North Local Government Area, Oyo State. These two simple […]
IMPACT OF CLIMATE CHANGE ON HOUSEHOLD ENVIRONMENTAL PRACTICES FOR PREVENTING MALARIA TRANSMISSION
IMPACT OF CLIMATE CHANGE ON HOUSEHOLD ENVIRONMENTAL PRACTICES FOR PREVENTING MALARIA TRANSMISSION (A CASE STUDY OF RURAL COMMUNITIES IN ENUGU STATE) Abstract This study examines the impact of climate change on household environmental practices aimed at preventing malaria transmission in rural communities of Enugu State, Nigeria. Employing a mixed-methods research format, the investigation combines quantitative […]
COMMUNITY PERCEPTIONS AND ADOPTION OF LARVAL SOURCE MANAGEMENT TECHNIQUES FOR MALARIA VECTOR CONTROL IN URBAN SLUMS
COMMUNITY PERCEPTIONS AND ADOPTION OF LARVAL SOURCE MANAGEMENT TECHNIQUES FOR MALARIA VECTOR CONTROL IN URBAN SLUMS Abstract This study examines community perceptions and adoption of larval source management (LSM) techniques for malaria vector control in the urban slums of Alimosho Local Government Area (LGA), Lagos State, Nigeria. LSM includes simple actions like draining stagnant water, […]
AWARENESS AND PERCEPTION ON EXCLUSIVE BREASTFEEDING AS A BIRTH CONTROL METHOD AMONG PREGNANT WOMEN ATTENDING ANTENATAL CLINIC IN RURAL COMMUNITIES
AWARENESS AND PERCEPTION ON EXCLUSIVE BREASTFEEDING AS A BIRTH CONTROL METHOD AMONG PREGNANT WOMEN ATTENDING ANTENATAL CLINIC IN RURAL COMMUNITIES ABSTRACT This study was carried out to examine the awareness and perception on exclusive breastfeeding as a birth control method among pregnant women attending antenatal clinic in rural communities. Specifically, the study determined the […]
INVESTIGATION OF THE LEVEL OF COVID-19 SAFETY COMPLIANCE AMONG SMES IN NIGERIA
INVESTIGATION OF THE LEVEL OF COVID-19 SAFETY COMPLIANCE AMONG SMES IN NIGERIA CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 BACKGROUND OF STUDY Small and medium scale enterprises has been a focal point of the various governments of the world, because SMEs have flexible configurations and immensely contributed to nation building respectively (Aderemi et al. 2019) . Generally, the World […]
INVESTIGATION OF THE COVID-19 SAFETY COMPLIANCE LEVEL OF TRANSPORT COMPANIES IN ABUJA (A CASE STUDY OF AKWA IBOM TRANSPORT COMPANY, JABI)
INVESTIGATION OF THE COVID-19 SAFETY COMPLIANCE LEVEL OF TRANSPORT COMPANIES IN ABUJA (A CASE STUDY OF AKWA IBOM TRANSPORT COMPANY, JABI) CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 BACKGROUND OF STUDY The global impact of corona virus has been well documented. This outbreak was deemed a pandemic by the World Health Organization (WHO) on 11th March 2020. […]
AN ASSESSMENT OF COVID-19 SAFETY COMPLIANCE LEVEL AMONG INDUSTRIAL WORKERS
AN ASSESSMENT OF COVID-19 SAFETY COMPLIANCE LEVEL AMONG INDUSTRIAL WORKERS CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY A pandemic of acute respiratory illness popularly known as Covid-19 took the world by storm. The viral illness is rapidly spread across the globe. The virus spreads by droplet transmission, contact with infected case or contact […]
INVESTIGATING THE COVID-19 SAFETY COMPLANCE LEVEL IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS
INVESTIGATING THE COVID-19 SAFETY COMPLANCE LEVEL IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 BACKGROUND OF STUDY Coronavirus pandemic 2019 (COVID-19) is the latest infectious disease to develop rapidly worldwide (Van Doremalen, 2020), to the extent of a severe global pandemic [McDowel, 2020]. The etiologic agent of COVID-19 is the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 […]
ASSESSMENT OF COVID-19 SAFETY COMPLIANCE LEVEL OF TRADERS IN WUSE MARKET, ABUJA
ASSESSMENT OF COVID-19 SAFETY COMPLIANCE LEVEL OF TRADERS IN WUSE MARKET, ABUJA CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 BACKGROUND OF STUDY Safety is the state of being “safe”, the condition of being protected from harm or other non-desirable outcomes. Safety can also refer to the control of recognized hazards in order to achieve an acceptable level of […]
INVESTIGATING THE LEVEL OF COVID-19 SAFETY COMPLIANCE IN MANUFACTURING COMPANIES
INVESTIGATING THE LEVEL OF COVID-19 SAFETY COMPLIANCE IN MANUFACTURING COMPANIES CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 BACKGROUND OF STUDY Manufacturing companies are those that engage in the transformation of goods, materials or substances into new products. The transformational process can be physical, chemical or mechanical. Manufacturers often have plants, mills or factories that produce goods for public […]
AWARENESS OF THE USE OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT IN THE CONTROL AND PREVENTION OF MALARIA (A CASE STUDY OF IFAKO IJAIYE LGA
AWARENESS OF THE USE OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT IN THE CONTROL AND PREVENTION OF MALARIA (A CASE STUDY OF IFAKO IJAIYE LGA ABSTRACT Environmental conditions play an important role in the transmission of malaria; therefore, regulating these conditions can help to reduce disease burden. Environmental management practices for disease control can be implemented at the […]
BIOLOGICAL WASTE WATER TREATMENT IN NIGERIA
BIOLOGICAL WASTE WATER TREATMENT IN NIGERIA ABSTRACT Biological treatment of wastewater from Wupa Wastewater Treatment Plant, Abuja was investigated. Wastewater samples were collected from the inlet and effluent point (before and after the ultra violet radiation unit) of the treatment plant. The physicochemical parameters; temperature, pH, conductivity, total dissolved solids (TDS), total suspended solids […]
EVALUATING THE KNOWLEDGE AND ATTITUDE OF COMMUNITY PHARMACISTS TOWARD HIV INFECTED PATIENTS
EVALUATING THE KNOWLEDGE AND ATTITUDE OF COMMUNITY PHARMACISTS TOWARD HIV INFECTED PATIENTS CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background to the Study The practice of HIV care has dramatically changed during the past two decades. Knowledge regarding HIV pathophysiology has quickly accumulated and has led to the development of new medications. In addition to knowledge updates, […]
UTILIZATION OF ANTENATAL AND MATERNITY SERVICES BY MOTHERS SEEKING CHILD WELFARE SERVICES IN NIGERIA
UTILIZATION OF ANTENATAL AND MATERNITY SERVICES BY MOTHERS SEEKING CHILD WELFARE SERVICES IN NIGERIA CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY Maternal and child health has emerged as the most important issue that determined global and national wellbeing. This is because every individual, family and community is at some point intimately involved in […]
KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE AND PRACTICE CONCERNING CERVICAL CANCER SCREENING AMONG MARKET WOMEN
KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE AND PRACTICE CONCERNING CERVICAL CANCER SCREENING AMONG MARKET WOMEN ABSTRACT Cervical cancer is a spectrum that ranges from dysplasia to invasive cancer. The late stage of the disease result with distant metastasis involving surrounding tissues and deposits in organs like the liver, lungs and bones. Poor public health awareness has contributed to […]
PATTERNS OF SMOKING AND HEALTH RISK PERCEPTION OF OUT-OF-SCHOOL YOUTHS
PATTERNS OF SMOKING AND HEALTH RISK PERCEPTION OF OUT-OF-SCHOOL YOUTHS CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background to the Study The impact of smoking and tobacco use on health cannot be over emphasized. Cigarette smoking remains a gigantic public health problem and is still regarded as one of the leading preventable causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide (Can, […]
THE INTERNATIONAL RESPONSE TO THE OUTBREAK OF THE EBOLA CRISIS IN WEST AFRICA
THE INTERNATIONAL RESPONSE TO THE OUTBREAK OF THE EBOLA CRISIS IN WEST AFRICA CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY Since the outbreak of the Ebola virus disease which were reported in West Africa in March 2014 various countries has taken precaution to contain the spread of the deadly virus. According to the […]
PREGNANCY DURATION AND CHOICE OF ANTENATAL AND DELIVERY CARE
PREGNANCY DURATION AND CHOICE OF ANTENATAL AND DELIVERY CARE ABSTRACT Pregnancy duration and choice of care for maternal health are crucial primary health issues that the World Health Organization (WHO) keeps constant in the campaign for all round healthcare delivery for mother and child. To be sure, there is consensus on the need for […]
INFLUENCE OF POLLUTION ON HEALTH OF FEMALE WORKERS IN INDUSTRIAL AREA
INFLUENCE OF POLLUTION ON HEALTH OF FEMALE WORKERS IN INDUSTRIAL AREA ABSTRACT This study was carried out to examine the influence of pollution on the health of female factory workers. Specifically, the study sought to discover the sources of pollution is the selected factories and how it affects the female factory workers. The study […]
PREVALENCE OF MALNUTRITION AMONG CHILDREN UNDER FIVE
PREVALENCE OF MALNUTRITION AMONG CHILDREN UNDER FIVE ABSTRACT Malnutrition continues to be a significant public health and development concern globally. It is a serious problem because it is causing the deaths of 3.5 million children under 5 years old per- year. Its magnitude is still high in sub-Saharan countries including Nigeria. The main objective of […]
AN INVESTIGATION INTO THE USE OF INCINERATION AS A MEANS OF HEALTHCARE WASTE MANAGEMENT IN CAMEROONAN INVESTIGATION INTO THE USE OF INCINERATION AS A MEANS OF HEALTHCARE WASTE MANAGEMENT IN CAMEROON
AN INVESTIGATION INTO THE USE OF INCINERATION AS A MEANS OF HEALTHCARE WASTE MANAGEMENT IN CAMEROON CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Background of the study Healthcare waste (HCW) is a residual outcome of healthcare practices. The primary origins of healthcare waste (HCW) are hospitals, clinics, labs, blood banks, and mortuaries. While the majority of healthcare waste, ranging […]
AN ASSESSMENT OF THE ROLE OF GOVERNMENT POLICIES IN ENHANCING SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT IN CAMEROON
AN ASSESSMENT OF THE ROLE OF GOVERNMENT POLICIES IN ENHANCING SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT IN CAMEROON CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Background of the Study Waste is a prevalent issue faced by numerous countries worldwide, including Cameroon. Cameroon with its substantial population, experiences a quite intricate waste problem (Widyarsana & Zafira, 2018). The population has a significant impact […]
AN ASSESSMENT OF HEALTHCARE WASTE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES IN RURAL HEALTH FACILITIES IN CAMEROON
AN ASSESSMENT OF HEALTHCARE WASTE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES IN RURAL HEALTH FACILITIES IN CAMEROON CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Background of the Study Any waste generated by healthcare activities is referred to as healthcare waste. It could also be referred to as infectious waste, hospital garbage, or medical waste. Hospitals, Health Posts, emergency medical care services, healthcare centres […]
AN ASSESSMENT OF IMPROPER SEWAGE DISPOSAL, ITS CAUSES AND PUBLIC HEALTH CONSEQUENCES IN CAMEROON
AN ASSESSMENT OF IMPROPER SEWAGE DISPOSAL, ITS CAUSES AND PUBLIC HEALTH CONSEQUENCES IN CAMEROON CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Background of the study The issue of improper sewage disposal has long been a matter of worldwide concern (Sultanova et al., 2021). The proliferation of companies, advancements in technologies, and elevated level of living are significant catalysts for […]
AN ASSESSMENT INTO THE ROLE OF HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS IN THE PROPER DISPOSAL OF HEALTHCARE WASTE IN CAMEROON
AN ASSESSMENT INTO THE ROLE OF HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS IN THE PROPER DISPOSAL OF HEALTHCARE WASTE IN CAMEROON CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Background of the study Effective management of healthcare waste is a crucial concern for public health, especially in low- and middle-income nations experiencing significant growth in healthcare services. Healthcare waste refers to a wide variety […]
AN ASSESSMENT OF PUBLIC AWARENESS AND ATTITUDES TOWARD FEMALE GENITAL MUTILATION IN CAMEROON
AN ASSESSMENT OF PUBLIC AWARENESS AND ATTITUDES TOWARD FEMALE GENITAL MUTILATION IN CAMEROON CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Background of the study Female genital mutilation (FGM) refers to the partial or complete excision of the external female genitalia for non-medical purposes. This is a violation of human rights and poses a public health issue impacting millions of […]
AN ASSESSMENT OF THE EFFECTIVENESS OF E-HEALTH IN CAMEROON
AN ASSESSMENT OF THE EFFECTIVENESS OF E-HEALTH IN CAMEROON CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Background of the Study Digital health technologies are becoming more and more popular as a way to address health system difficulties and enhance the quality and accessibility of health care delivery, following over ten years of rapid development. But there’s still a need […]