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 […]
SCHOOL PROJECT TOPICS BY DEPARTMENT: PUBLIC HEALTH PROJECT TOPICS AND MATERIALS
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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 […]
AN ASSESSMENT OF THE IMPACT OF SEWAGE DISPOSAL ON THE ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH OF COMMUNITIES IN LIMBE, CAMEROON
AN ASSESSMENT OF THE IMPACT OF SEWAGE DISPOSAL ON THE ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH OF COMMUNITIES IN LIMBE, CAMEROON CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Background of the Study Sewage refers to a combination of solid and liquid waste that is collected and transported through sewers. It can be treated or untreated before being discharged into big bodies of water […]
AN ASSESSMENT OF VARIABLES AFFECTING TRAINING TRANSFER AMONG NEW CLINICAL NURSE SPECIALISTS; A CASE STUDY OF UNIVERSITY OF UYO TEACHING HOSPITAL
AN ASSESSMENT OF VARIABLES AFFECTING TRAINING TRANSFER AMONG NEW CLINICAL NURSE SPECIALISTS; A CASE STUDY OF UNIVERSITY OF UYO TEACHING HOSPITAL Chapter One Introduction 1.1 Background to the Study Nurses play a pivotal role in healthcare delivery, acting as the frontline caregivers who interact most frequently with patients. They are responsible for a wide range […]
AN ASSESSMENT OF THE IMPACT OF UNTREATED SEWAGE DISPOSAL ON FARMLANDS
AN ASSESSMENT OF THE IMPACT OF UNTREATED SEWAGE DISPOSAL ON FARMLANDS CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Background of the Study Sewage refers to the untreated discharge of industrial effluents and domestic wastewater. The growing population and industrialisation have resulted in greater strain on land resources and water, perhaps leading to a higher volume of sewage discharge. Sewage […]
ASSESSMENT ON THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE SURGICAL SAFETY CHECKLIST IN CORRECTING MEDICAL ERRORS: A CASE STUDY OF GENERAL HOSPITAL KUBWA, ABJUA
ASSESSMENT ON THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE SURGICAL SAFETY CHECKLIST IN CORRECTING MEDICAL ERRORS: A CASE STUDY OF GENERAL HOSPITAL KUBWA, ABJUA CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background to the Study Worldwide, the safety of patients undergoing surgical procedures is a critical aspect of healthcare, with surgical errors being a major source of patient morbidity and mortality. […]
ASSESSMENT OF THE AWARENESS AND ATTITUDES OF HEALTHCARE WORKERS TOWARDS HEALTHCARE WASTE MANAGEMENT IN CAMEROON
ASSESSMENT OF THE AWARENESS AND ATTITUDES OF HEALTHCARE WORKERS TOWARDS HEALTHCARE WASTE MANAGEMENT IN CAMEROON CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Background of the Study Healthcare waste encompasses all types of trash produced at different healthcare facilities, medical research institutions, and medical laboratories. The waste materials referred to here are in the form of solid or semi-solid substances […]
CHALLENGES OF RECYCLING PRACTICES AS A MEANS OF WASTE MANAGEMENT IN CAMEROON
CHALLENGES OF RECYCLING PRACTICES AS A MEANS OF WASTE MANAGEMENT IN CAMEROON CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Background of the study The escalating worldwide surge in garbage output has become a critical environmental predicament, with millions of metric tonnes of rubbish being generated on a daily basis. Based on the World Bank’s report in 2018, it is […]
ANALYSIS OF BLACK SOOT SOURCES AND THEIR CONTRIBUTION TO AIR QUALITY IN PORT HARCOURT, RIVERS STATE, NIGERIA
ANALYSIS OF BLACK SOOT SOURCES AND THEIR CONTRIBUTION TO AIR QUALITY IN PORT HARCOURT, RIVERS STATE, NIGERIA CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Background of the study Black soot, or black carbon, is a prominent environmental contaminant that has garnered attention for its considerable effects on air quality, human health, and climate change. It predominantly comprises fine particulate […]
E-HEALTH ADOPTION AND ITS IMPACT ON HEALTHCARE DELIVERY IN CAMEROON
E-HEALTH ADOPTION AND ITS IMPACT ON HEALTHCARE DELIVERY IN CAMEROON CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Background of the Study The transmission and provision of medical information and services using computer technology and telecommunications is known as e-Health. Owoyemi (2020) asserts that the word “e-Health” is more accurate than “telemedicine” since it encompasses all facets of e-Health services, […]
KNOWLEDGE OF RISK FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH VESICOVAGINAL FISTULA AMONG WOMEN OF REPRODUCTIVE AGE ADMITTED TO NATIONAL OBSTERIC FISTULA CENTER NINGI, BAUCHI STATE
KNOWLEDGE OF RISK FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH VESICOVAGINAL FISTULA AMONG WOMEN OF REPRODUCTIVE AGE ADMITTED TO NATIONAL OBSTERIC FISTULA CENTER NINGI, BAUCHI STATE CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Background of the study The issue of maternal morbidity continues to be a critical worldwide health concern, especially in underdeveloped nations where women in their reproductive years encounter substantial health […]
EVALUATION OF HEALTHCARE WASTE DISPOSAL METHODS IN THE URBAN SETTINGS OF CAMEROON
EVALUATION OF HEALTHCARE WASTE DISPOSAL METHODS IN THE URBAN SETTINGS OF CAMEROON CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Background of the study Hazardous waste (Gillian, Akoachere & Mbacham, 2016) includes all infectious and toxic wastes produced by medications and equipment used in hospitals, health centres, medical diagnostic labs, and similar facilities. This trash is referred to as hospital […]
HEALTH PROBLEMS RELATED TO INADEQUATE WATER SUPPLY AMONG THE PEOPLE OF MAIDUGURI METROPOLITAN COUNCIL AREA OF BRONO STATE, NIGERIA
HEALTH PROBLEMS RELATED TO INADEQUATE WATER SUPPLY AMONG THE PEOPLE OF MAIDUGURI METROPOLITAN COUNCIL AREA OF BRONO STATE, NIGERIA CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Background of the study Access to clean water is a fundamental human right and a critical determinant of health, yet inadequate water supply remains a significant public health challenge in Nigeria. Water is […]
KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE AND EFFECTS OF MENOPAUSAL CHALLENGES AMONG OLDER WOMEN IN ISEYIN LOCAL GOVERNMENT.
KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE AND EFFECTS OF MENOPAUSAL CHALLENGES AMONG OLDER WOMEN IN ISEYIN LOCAL GOVERNMENT. CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Background of the study The experience of menopause varies among women as they age. Adolescent females between the age range of 45 to 55 years are naturally affected by this phenomenon (Faubion et al., 2015; Laven et al., […]
INVESTIGATING PATIENT PERCEPTION AND ATTITUDES TOWARDS E-HEALTH SERVICES IN CAMEROON
INVESTIGATING PATIENT PERCEPTION AND ATTITUDES TOWARDS E-HEALTH SERVICES IN CAMEROON CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Background of the Study The field of information and communication technologies (ICTs) has a lot of promise. Considerable progress has been achieved in raising the standard of public health services. Electronic health, often known as e-health, is the term used to describe […]
INVESTIGATE THE EFFECTIVENESS OF VECTORS CONTROL PROGRAM ( A CASE STUDY OF SOME SELECTED PRIMARY SCHOOLS IN DARAZO LGA, BAUCHI STATE.
INVESTIGATE THE EFFECTIVENESS OF VECTORS CONTROL PROGRAM ( A CASE STUDY OF SOME SELECTED PRIMARY SCHOOLS IN DARAZO LGA, BAUCHI STATE. CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Background of the study The prevalence of vector-borne illnesses continues to pose a substantial public health concern, especially in less developed nations. Transmission of various life-threatening illnesses, including malaria, dengue, Zika, […]
INVESTIGATING THE IMPACT OF INADEQUATE SEWAGE DISPOSAL ON PUBLIC HEALTH IN BAFOUSSAM, CAMEROON
INVESTIGATING THE IMPACT OF INADEQUATE SEWAGE DISPOSAL ON PUBLIC HEALTH IN BAFOUSSAM, CAMEROON CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Background of the Study Health comprises all the exterior physical, chemical, and biological variables that affect a person, as well as the connected aspects that influence their behaviours. It involves evaluating and managing the environmental elements that have the […]
INVESTIGATING THE BARRIERS TO INTERPERSONAL COLLABORATION IN FEDERAL TERTIARY HOSPITALS IN NIGERIA
INVESTIGATING THE BARRIERS TO INTERPERSONAL COLLABORATION IN FEDERAL TERTIARY HOSPITALS IN NIGERIA CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Background of the Study Over the past few years, there has been an increase in the occurrence of complex and long-lasting health conditions, which has created a significant demand for a highly efficient healthcare team (Lavelle et al., 2018; Mulholland […]
INVESTIGATING THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN POOR SEWAGE DISPOSAL AND THE SPREAD OF WATERBORNE DISEASES IN CAMEROON ( A CASE STUDY OF NKONGSAMBA, CAMEROON)
INVESTIGATING THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN POOR SEWAGE DISPOSAL AND THE SPREAD OF WATERBORNE DISEASES IN CAMEROON ( A CASE STUDY OF NKONGSAMBA, CAMEROON) CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Background of the Study Human activities produce trash that has the potential to be detrimental to the environment, wildlife, vegetation, and the overall ecosystem. Nevertheless, only meticulous management or proper […]
INVESTIGATION OF WOMEN’S PERCEPTION ON THE RISK FACTORS AND PREVENTION OF VESICOVAGINAL FISTULA IN BAMENDA REGION CAMEROON
INVESTIGATION OF WOMEN’S PERCEPTION ON THE RISK FACTORS AND PREVENTION OF VESICOVAGINAL FISTULA IN BAMENDA REGION CAMEROON Chapter One Introduction 1.1 Background to the Study All societies have different customs and beliefs which are unique to them and, these customs and beliefs make them to have different regard to obstetric fistula. Since no two individuals […]
KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE AND PERCEPTIONS OF DRUG ABUSE AND ADDICTION AMONG UNDERGRADUATES IN CALABAR METROPOLIS
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PERCEPTION AND EXPERIENCE OF MENOPAUSE AMONGST WOMEN IN OREDO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, BENIN CITY
PERCEPTION AND EXPERIENCE OF MENOPAUSE AMONGST WOMEN IN OREDO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, BENIN CITY Abstract This study examined the perception and experience of menopause among women in Oredo Local Government Area, Benin City. A quantitative research design was employed, and a structured questionnaire was developed to collect data from a sample of 133 respondents. The […]
THE HEALTH WORKER’S MOTIVATION LEVEL TO DELIVER QUALITY HEALTHCARE IN NIGERIA AS A WAY TO END JAPA SYNDROME IN NIGERIA
THE HEALTH WORKER’S MOTIVATION LEVEL TO DELIVER QUALITY HEALTHCARE IN NIGERIA AS A WAY TO END JAPA SYNDROME IN NIGERIA Abstract This study examined health workers’ motivation levels in delivering quality healthcare in Nigeria as a strategy to address the JAPA syndrome—a phenomenon where professionals leave the country in search of better opportunities abroad. A […]
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN SOCIODEMOGRAPHIC FACTORS AND KNOWLEDGE OF SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTIONS AMONG STUDENTS ( A CASES STUDY OF JOSEPH AYO BABALOLA UNIVERSITY)
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN SOCIODEMOGRAPHIC FACTORS AND KNOWLEDGE OF SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTIONS AMONG STUDENTS ( A CASES STUDY OF JOSEPH AYO BABALOLA UNIVERSITY) Abstract This study examined the relationship between sociodemographic factors and knowledge of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) among students at Joseph Ayo Babalola University. A cross-sectional survey research design was employed, and data were collected […]
FAMILY PLANNING: IT’S BENEFIT OF FAMILY PLANNING TO INDIVIDUALS, FAMILY AND SOCIETY AMONG WOMEN OF CHILDBEARING AGE IN ABBI PRIMARY HEALTH CARE CENTERS NDUKWA WEST LOCAL GOVERNMENT
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KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDES AND PRACTICE OF PREVENTION OF HAPATITIS B VIRUS AMONG STUDENTS OF TARABA STATE UNIVERSITY
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A RESEARCH STUDY TO DETERMINE THE PERCEIVED EFFECT OF MEASLES ON CHILDREN 0-5 BY BREASTFEEDING MOTHERS, IRRUA EDO STATE
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RAPID SPREAD AND CAUSE OF TUBERCULOSIS IN OSHIMILI SOUTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT
RAPID SPREAD AND CAUSE OF TUBERCULOSIS IN OSHIMILI SOUTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT Abstract The study investigated the factors influencing tuberculosis (TB) prevalence and management in Oshimili South Local Government Area (LGA). A quantitative survey research design was adopted, and data were collected using a structured questionnaire from a sample of 120 respondents. The questionnaire encompassed various […]
KNOWLEDGE OF TEENAGE PREGNANCY AND IT’S PERCEIVED EFFECTS AMONG SENIOR STUDENTS IN IKOTUN HIGH SCHOOL LAGOS STATE
KNOWLEDGE OF TEENAGE PREGNANCY AND IT’S PERCEIVED EFFECTS AMONG SENIOR STUDENTS IN IKOTUN HIGH SCHOOL LAGOS STATE Abstract This study investigated the knowledge, perceptions, and attitudes towards teenage pregnancy among senior students at Ikotun High School in Lagos State, Nigeria. Adopting a quantitative survey research design, data was collected using a structured questionnaire from a […]
ETHNNOMEDICINAL SURVEY OF MEDICINAL PLANTS USED IN TREATING MALARIA AND THEIR PHYTOCHEMICALS SCREENING. A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF OKENE, ADAVI AND AJAKOUTA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREAS OF KOGI STATE
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ATTITUDE OF SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS ON THE USE OF ANTIBIOTICS IN AQUINAS SECONDARY SCHOOL IN ISIALA MBANO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF IMO STATE
ATTITUDE OF SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS ON THE USE OF ANTIBIOTICS IN AQUINAS SECONDARY SCHOOL IN ISIALA MBANO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF IMO STATE. Abstract The study examined the Attitude of Secondary School Students on the Use of Antibiotics in Aquinas Secondary School in Isiala Mbano Local Government Area of Imo State. A cross-sectional survey research […]
ASSESSMENT OF THE IMPORTANCE OF HYGIENISTS PRACTICES IN THE PREVENTION AND CONTROL OF WATER BORNE INFECTION ( A CASE STUDY OF IPERIN, IJEBU ODE)
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THE IMPACT OF HEALTH EDUCATION TOWARDS COMPLIANCE OF IMMUNIZATION AMONG CHILDREN 0-5 YEARS IN AHOADA GENERAL HOSPITAL, RIVERS STATE
THE IMPACT OF HEALTH EDUCATION TOWARDS COMPLIANCE OF IMMUNIZATION AMONG CHILDREN 0-5 YEARS IN AHOADA GENERAL HOSPITAL, RIVERS STATE Abstract The study addressed the impact of health education on immunization compliance among children aged 0-5 years in Ahoada General Hospital, Rivers State, Nigeria, utilizing a quantitative survey research design. A structured questionnaire was devised to […]
PERCEIVED IMPACT OF SEX EDUCATION ON TEENAGE PREGNANCY PREVENTION AMONG SENIOR STUDENT
PERCEIVED IMPACT OF SEX EDUCATION ON TEENAGE PREGNANCY PREVENTION AMONG SENIOR STUDENT Abstract This study examined the perceived impact of sex education on teenage pregnancy prevention among senior students. A quantitative research design was adopted, utilizing a structured questionnaire to collect data from 133 senior secondary school students. The sample was selected to represent a […]
ROLE OF COMMUNITY HEALTH PRACTITIONERS IN NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT:THE NIGERIAN SITUATION, USING OFU LGA AS A CASE STUDY AREA
ROLE OF COMMUNITY HEALTH PRACTITIONERS IN NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT:THE NIGERIAN SITUATION, USING OFU LGA AS A CASE STUDY AREA Abstract The study focused on examining the roles, challenges, and effectiveness of community health practitioners in Ofu LGA, Nigeria, with a specific emphasis on their contributions to public health promotion and national development. A quantitative survey research […]
ATTITUDE AND PERCEPTION OF PARENT ON FOOD CHOICES FOR PROPER GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT OF UNDER FIVE CHILDREN IN ‘YAR YARA AREA TSAFE LOCAL GOVERNMENT
ATTITUDE AND PERCEPTION OF PARENT ON FOOD CHOICES FOR PROPER GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT OF UNDER FIVE CHILDREN IN ‘YAR YARA AREA TSAFE LOCAL GOVERNMENT Abstract This study examines the attitudes and perceptions of parents towards food choices for under-five children in the Yar Yara area of Tsafe Local Government. A quantitative survey research design was […]
KNOWLEDGE ON CAUSES OF STD AMONG ABBOTT GIRLS STUDENT IHIALA ANAMBRA STATE
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PREVALENCE OF LOASIS IN CROSS RIVER STATE
PREVALENCE OF LOASIS IN CROSS RIVER STATE Abstract This study examined the prevalence of loiasis in Cross River State, Nigeria, focusing on infection rates, associated risk factors, and community awareness of the disease. Loiasis, caused by the filarial nematode Loa loa, remained a significant public health concern in endemic regions, particularly in forested areas where […]
WASTE MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES USED BY FOOD VENDORS IN UNIVERSITY OF CALABAR
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THE CHARACTERISTICS OF AGED POPULATION
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THE IMPACT OF DIET AND LIFESTYLE ON ORAL HEALTH AMONG UNIVERSITY OF PORT HARCOURT STUDENTS
THE IMPACT OF DIET AND LIFESTYLE ON ORAL HEALTH AMONG UNIVERSITY OF PORT HARCOURT STUDENTS Abstract This study examined the awareness of the impact of diet and lifestyle on oral health among University of Port Harcourt students. A cross-sectional survey research design was adopted, utilizing a structured questionnaire to gather data from a sample […]
NEUROANATOMY OF PAINS: UNDERSTANDING THE PAINS PATHWAY USING ADULT WINSTAR RATS
NEUROANATOMY OF PAINS: UNDERSTANDING THE PAINS PATHWAY USING ADULT WINSTAR RATS Abstract This study investigates the behavioral, electrophysiological, and histological correlates of pain processing using Wistar rats subjected to different pain models, including thermal, mechanical, and inflammatory pain. The research aims to elucidate the mechanisms underlying pain perception and modulation, with implications for understanding chronic […]
SCHOOL-BASED HEALTH EDUCATION PROGRAMS AND THEIR INFLUENCE ON SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS ‘ KNOWLEDGE AND ATTITUDE TOWARDS UNINTENDED PREGNANCY
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KNOWLEDGE OF CAUSES AND CONSEQUENCES OF CHILD ABUSE AMONG PARENTS IN BAUCHI STATE, NIGERIA
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KNOWLEDGE OF THE CAUSES AND EFFECT OF CHILD KILLER DISEASES AMONG NURSING MOTHERS IN OGOJA AREA, CROSS RIVER STATE
KNOWLEDGE OF THE CAUSES AND EFFECT OF CHILD KILLER DISEASES AMONG NURSING MOTHERS IN OGOJA AREA, CROSS RIVER STATE INTRODUCTION Abstract The study aimed to assess the knowledge of the causes and effects of childhood killer diseases among nursing mothers in the Ogoja area of Cross River State, Nigeria. A cross-sectional survey research design was […]
KNOWLEDGE OF MENSTRUAL HEALTH AMONG STUDENTS ATTENDING SELECTED SECONDARY SCHOOL IN IGANDO, LAGOS STATE.
KNOWLEDGE OF MENSTRUAL HEALTH AMONG STUDENTS ATTENDING SELECTED SECONDARY SCHOOL IN IGANDO, LAGOS STATE. Abstract The health problems of students are very special. Menstrual disorders such as amenorrhea, abnormal/ excessive uterine bleeding, dysmenorrhea, and premenstrual syndrome are particularly common in adolescent girls. Although menstrual irregularities may be normal during the early postmenarchal years, pathological […]
DANGER OF DRUG AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE AMONG YOUTH IN JOS NORTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT
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ASSESSING HEALTHCARE WASTE MANAGEMENT PRACTICE AND ITS PREDICTORS AMONG HEALTH WORKERS IN PRIVATE HEALTH FACILITIES IN CAMEROON: CASE STUDY OF MBINGO BAPTIST HOSPITAL, BAINGO, CAMEROON
ASSESSING HEALTHCARE WASTE MANAGEMENT PRACTICE AND ITS PREDICTORS AMONG HEALTH WORKERS IN PRIVATE HEALTH FACILITIES IN CAMEROON: CASE STUDY OF MBINGO BAPTIST HOSPITAL, BAINGO, CAMEROON CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background of the study Healthcare facilities may produce hazardous waste that poses potential risks to healthcare staff, patients, the local community, and the environment if not […]
EVALUATION OF HEALTH RISKS OF IMPROPER BIOMEDICAL WASTE MANAGEMENT AMONG HEALTH WORKERS IN SELECTED HOSPITALS IN DOUALA, CAMEROON
EVALUATION OF HEALTH RISKS OF IMPROPER BIOMEDICAL WASTE MANAGEMENT AMONG HEALTH WORKERS IN SELECTED HOSPITALS IN DOUALA, CAMEROON CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background of the study Biomedical waste issues in poor nations such as Cameroon have been neglected due to limited resources that are allocated to various governmental priorities (Diaz, 2018). Consequently, governments and health […]
ASSESSMENT OF KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDES, AND PRACTICES OF HEALTHCARE WORKERS REGARDING BIOMEDICAL WASTE MANAGEMENT AT BIYEM-ASSI DISTRICT HOSPITAL, YAOUNDE
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ASSESSMENT OF PRACTICES AND AWARENESS OF SAFETY MEASURES OF BIOMEDICAL WASTE MANAGEMENT AMONG HEALTH WORKERS IN CAMEROON
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EXAMINING THE EFFICACY OF COMMUNICATION STRATEGIES IN INTERDISCIPLINARY HEALTHCARE TEAMS IN NIGERIA
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INVESTIGATING THE INFLUENCE OF INTER-PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION ON THE ATTITUDES, SKILLS, AND BEHAVIOR OF HEALTHCARE WORKERS IN NIGERIA
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A STUDY OF THE PREVALENCE AND RISK FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH DENTAL DISEASE IN RURAL COMMUNITIES IN NIGERIA (CASE STUDY OF ARAMOKO, EKITI STATE)
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AN ASSESSMENT OF THE ORAL HEALTH SYSTEM IN NIGERIA: A CASE STUDY OF MAITAMA DISTRICT HOSPITAL
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AN INVESTIGATION OF THE FACTORS INFLUENCING THE CHOICE OF ORAL HEALTHCARE MATERIALS AMONG ADOLESCENTS IN LAGOS STATE
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PREVALENCE OF SURGICAL SITE INFECTION IN NIGERIA: A CASE STUDY OF UNIVERSITY OF UYO TEACHING HOSPITAL
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THE IMPACT OF DIET AND LIFESTYLE ON ORAL HEALTH IN NIGERIA
THE IMPACT OF DIET AND LIFESTYLE ON ORAL HEALTH IN NIGERIA CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background of the study Oral hygiene is a fundamental aspect of general health, and the connection between food choices, lifestyle, and oral well-being has grown more evident. Nutrition plays a crucial role in oral health and disease (Fuller et al., […]
ORAL HEALTHCARE: THE NEED FOR ORAL HEALTH EDUCATION PROGRAM IN SCHOOLS IN NIGERIA
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AN INVESTIGATION INTO THE CAUSES AND PREVENTION OF POOR ORAL HYGIENE AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN OBOT AKARA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, AKWA IBOM STATE: (A CASE STUDY OF ST. COLUMBANUS SECONDARY SCHOOL, IKWEN)
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PREVENTIVE ORAL HEALTH PRACTICES OF SCHOOL PUPILS IN UYO, AKWA IBOM STATE. A CASE STUDY OF UYO HIGH SCHOOL, UYO
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KNOWLEDGE OF PROPER BRUSHING METHODS AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN NIGERIA
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ORAL HEALTH KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDES, AND PRACTICES AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN NIGERIA
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INVESTIGATING THE ROLE OF TRADITIONAL ORAL HEALTHCARE PRACTICES IN PREVENTING DENTAL ISSUES IN RURAL COMMUNITIES ( A CASE OF RURAL COMMUNITIES IN EDO, STATE)
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AN EXAMINATION OF THE IMPACT OF ORAL HYGIENE ON DENTAL CARIES IN A SUBURBAN POPULATION IN NIGERIA
AN EXAMINATION OF THE IMPACT OF ORAL HYGIENE ON DENTAL CARIES IN A SUBURBAN POPULATION IN NIGERIA CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background of the study Dental caries is a multifaceted and persistent oral illness that is the most common chronic disease among children (Martin, 2018). tooth caries is the targeted degradation of vulnerable tooth tissues […]
AN ASSESSMENT OF THE PERCEPTION AND ATTITUDE OF SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS TOWARDS ORAL HEALTHCARE PRACTICES IN NIGERIA
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AN INQUIRY INTO THE IMPACT OF ORAL HEALTH ON THE QUALITY OF LIFE OF ELDERLY INDIVIDUALS IN LAGOS, NIGERIA
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AN EVALUATION OF DENTAL DISORDERS PREVALENT AMONG THE RESIDENTS OF IKOT EDIOM, IBESIKPO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, AKWA IBOM STATE
AN EVALUATION OF DENTAL DISORDERS PREVALENT AMONG THE RESIDENTS OF IKOT EDIOM, IBESIKPO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, AKWA IBOM STATE CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background of the study Dental dysfunction, which impacts 3.9 billion individuals, is a global problem that affects over 50% of the population. Untreated tooth decay ranks as the most prevalent condition out […]
AN EVALUATION OF THE EFFECTIVENESS OF ORAL HEALTH EDUCATION PROGRAMS IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN LAGOS STATE
AN EVALUATION OF THE EFFECTIVENESS OF ORAL HEALTH EDUCATION PROGRAMS IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN LAGOS STATE CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background of the Study Globally, oral diseases are highly frequent and can be substantially prevented. Dental caries, often known as tooth decay, impacts a significant proportion of school children (60-90%) and the majority of adults […]
AN ASSESSMENT OF THE PREVALENCE AND RISK FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH URINARY TRACT INFECTION AMONG PREGNANT WOMEN IN OWERRI
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IMPACT OF DENTAL CARIES AND ITS TREATMENT ON THE QUALITY OF LIFE OF ADOLESCENTS IN BENIN, NIGERIA
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INVESTIGATING THE INFLUENCE OF PARENTAL KNOWLEDGE AND ATTITUDES ON CHILDREN’S ORAL HEALTH PRACTICES IN KADUNA STATE
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AN ASSESSMENT OF MEASURES EMPLOYED IN REDUCING OBESITY AMONG CHILDREN OF SCHOOL AGE (5-10YEARS)
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AN ASSESSMENT OF KNOWLEDGE AND LEVEL OF AWARENESS OF HEPATITIS VIRUS AMONG RESIDENTS IN IKORODU, LAGOS STATE.
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AN ASSESSMENT OF ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION AMONG THE NIGERIAN YOUTHS
AN ASSESSMENT OF ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION AMONG THE NIGERIAN YOUTHS CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Background Of The Study According to the International Consultation on Sexual Medicine, erectile dysfunction (ED) is characterised by the persistent and recurring inability to attain or maintain an erection that is both sufficiently rigid and long-lasting to allow for adequate sexual activity. In […]
THE IMPLICATIONS OF INTERNAL DISPLACEMENT ON WOMEN’S REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH IN NIGERIA
THE IMPLICATIONS OF INTERNAL DISPLACEMENT ON WOMEN’S REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH IN NIGERIA CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background of the study Globally, sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) are fundamental to people’s health, survival and economic development. Several decades of research have shown and continue to show the profound and measurable benefits of investment in sexual and […]
AN ASSESSMENT ENVIRONMENTAL SANITATION IN THE CONTROL OF MOSQUITO BREEDING SITE IN OWERRI NORTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT
AN ASSESSMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SANITATION IN THE CONTROL OF MOSQUITO BREEDING SITE IN OWERRI NORTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background of the study Globally, poor environmental quality is widely acknowledged as a serious hazard to social and economic growth, and even human existence. As opined by Adeniyi (2017), environmental degradation has a greater influence on emerging […]
AN EVALUATION OF MATERNAL HEALTH CHALLENGES IN INTERNALLY DISPLACED PERSONS (IDP) CAMPS IN NORTHCENTRAL, NIGERIA
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KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE AND PRACTICE OF PREVENTION OF SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTIONS AMONG UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS
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A SURVEY STUDY ON THE CAUSES OF SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASES AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN KWARA STATE
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THE PERCEPTION OF PARENTS TOWARDS MALNUTRITION
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THE INFLUENCE OF PROSTATE CANCER AWARENESS CAMPAIGNS ON THE KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE AND PRACTICES OF MEN
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THE EFFICACY OF HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR RECORD MANAGEMENT IN NATIONAL HOSPITAL ABUJA
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KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE TOWARDS PRENATAL AND POSTNATAL EXERCISE AMONG PREGNANT WOMEN IN UCTH
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KNOWLEDGE AND PRACTICE OF VULVA HYGIENE AMONG WOMEN IN IFE NORTH COMMUNITY, ILE IFE, OSUN STATE
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ATTITUDE AND PERCEPTION OF REPRODUCTIVE AGE WOMEN TOWARD HOME DELIVERY IN YARKUFOJI BAKURA LOCAL GOVERNMENT ZAMFARA STATE
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CHALLENGES AND PROSPECTS OF STORING COVID-19 VACCINES
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INFLUENCE OF PARENTAL FEEDING PATTERN ON CHILDHOOD OBESITY (A CASE STUDY OF UYO METROPOLIS)
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ANALYSIS OF INDUSTRIAL WASTE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES IN BREWERY INDUSTRY, A CASE STUDY OF CONSOLIDATED BREWERIES.
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BARRIERS TO EFFECTIVE SCHOOL HEALTH PROGRAM AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHERS IN ORUMBA NORTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT.
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COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF SOURCES OF WATER AND WATER BORNE DISEASES.
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PERCEIVED EXERCISE AND RECREATION AMONG PREGNANT WOMEN ATTENDING ANTENATAL CLINIC
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THE USE OF TRADITIONAL MEDICINE IN THE TREATMENT OF MALARIA AMONG PREGNANT WOMEN IN ABRAKA DELTA STATE
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