AN ASSESSMENT OF MEASURES EMPLOYED IN REDUCING OBESITY AMONG CHILDREN OF SCHOOL AGE (5-10YEARS) CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background of the Study One of the biggest threats to public health in the twenty-first century is childhood obesity, which is spreading around the world and is especially problematic in urban areas. Childhood obesity has emerged as a […]
SCHOOL PROJECT TOPICS BY DEPARTMENT: Public Health Project Topics and Materials
LIST OF PUBLIC HEALTH PROJECT TOPICS AND MATERIALS. FIND AND DOWNLOAD PUBLIC HEALTH PROJECT TOPICS AND MATERIALS HERE FOR UNDERGRADUATES AND FINAL YEAR STUDENTS
AN ASSESSMENT OF KNOWLEDGE AND LEVEL OF AWARENESS OF HEPATITIS VIRUS AMONG RESIDENTS IN IKORODU, LAGOS STATE.
AN ASSESSMENT OF KNOWLEDGE AND LEVEL OF AWARENESS OF HEPATITIS VIRUS AMONG RESIDENTS IN IKORODU, LAGOS STATE. CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background of the Study Knowledge of Hepatitis B viral infection (HBV) and its complications is important for adequate prevention and treatment. Hepatitis B viral infection is a major cause of morbidity and mortality in […]
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
AN EVALUATION OF MATERNAL HEALTH CHALLENGES IN INTERNALLY DISPLACED PERSONS (IDP) CAMPS IN NORTHCENTRAL, NIGERIA CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background of the study In Sub-Saharan Africa, maternal morbidity and death rates are often high, particularly in northern Nigeria, where many governments fail to achieve the objectives of safe motherhood. Pregnant women may get maternal healthcare services to […]
KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE AND PRACTICE OF PREVENTION OF SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTIONS AMONG UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS
KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE AND PRACTICE OF PREVENTION OF SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTIONS AMONG UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Background of the study Sexual and reproductive health and well-being are required for people to enjoy responsible, safe, and happy sexual lives. Sexual health necessitates a positive attitude towards human sexuality as well as a grasp of the various […]
A SURVEY STUDY ON THE CAUSES OF SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASES AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN KWARA STATE
A SURVEY STUDY ON THE CAUSES OF SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASES AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN KWARA STATE ABSTRACT The study focused on the causes of std among secondary school students in Kwara state. The study further ascertain the level of student knowledge on sexual transmitted diseases in junior secondary schools, investigate the causes of sexual transmitted diseases […]
THE PERCEPTION OF PARENTS TOWARDS MALNUTRITION
THE PERCEPTION OF PARENTS TOWARDS MALNUTRITION CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Background of the Study Malnutrition is a term which refers to both under nutrition (sub nutrition) and over nutrition (obesity). It can also be defined as the insufficient, excessive or imbalance consumption of nutrients. Nutrition plays a critical role in the ability of a growing child […]
THE INFLUENCE OF PROSTATE CANCER AWARENESS CAMPAIGNS ON THE KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE AND PRACTICES OF MEN
THE INFLUENCE OF PROSTATE CANCER AWARENESS CAMPAIGNS ON THE KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE AND PRACTICES OF MEN CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background of the Study Cancer is the growth disorder of cells in the body. Clinically, it can be defined as a large number (up to a hundred) of complex diseases that behave differently depending on the […]
THE EFFICACY OF HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR RECORD MANAGEMENT IN NATIONAL HOSPITAL ABUJA
THE EFFICACY OF HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR RECORD MANAGEMENT IN NATIONAL HOSPITAL ABUJA Background of the Study The growing use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) has now invaded practically every facet of society, including the healthcare industry. In recent years, the widespread use of information and communication technology (ICT) has permeated practically every aspect of […]
KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE TOWARDS PRENATAL AND POSTNATAL EXERCISE AMONG PREGNANT WOMEN IN UCTH
KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE TOWARDS PRENATAL AND POSTNATAL EXERCISE AMONG PREGNANT WOMEN IN UCTH Abstract This study employed a quantitative survey research design to investigate knowledge and attitudes towards prenatal and postnatal exercise among pregnant women at the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital (UCTH). A structured questionnaire was meticulously designed to collect data from a sample of […]
KNOWLEDGE AND PRACTICE OF VULVA HYGIENE AMONG WOMEN IN IFE NORTH COMMUNITY, ILE IFE, OSUN STATE
KNOWLEDGE AND PRACTICE OF VULVA HYGIENE AMONG WOMEN IN IFE NORTH COMMUNITY ILE IFE OSUN STATE Abstract In this study, a quantitative survey research design was adopted to investigate the knowledge and practice of vulva hygiene among women in the Ife North community, located in Ile Ife, Osun State, Nigeria. The research aimed to assess […]
DETERMINANTS OF SEVERE MATERNAL OUTCOMES AMONG CHILDBEARING WOMEN IN IKOM LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, CROSS RIVER STATE
DETERMINANTS OF SEVERE MATERNAL OUTCOMES AMONG CHILDBEARING WOMEN IN IKOM LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, CROSS RIVER STATE Abstract This quantitative survey research aimed to investigate the socio-demographic, obstetric, and healthcare-related factors associated with severe maternal outcomes among childbearing women in Ikom Local Government Area. A structured questionnaire was designed to collect data from a sample of […]
ATTITUDE AND PERCEPTION OF REPRODUCTIVE AGE WOMEN TOWARD HOME DELIVERY IN YARKUFOJI BAKURA LOCAL GOVERNMENT ZAMFARA STATE
ATTITUDE AND PERCEPTION OF REPRODUCTIVE AGE WOMEN TOWARD HOME DELIVERY IN YARKUFOJI BAKURA LOCAL GOVERNMENT ZAMFARA STATE Abstract This study investigates the attitudes, perceptions, and knowledge levels of reproductive-age women towards home delivery in Yarkufoji, Bakura Local Government Area, Zamfara State, Nigeria. A quantitative survey research design was adopted, utilizing a structured questionnaire to collect […]
CHALLENGES AND PROSPECTS OF STORING COVID-19 VACCINES
CHALLENGES AND PROSPECTS OF STORING COVID-19 VACCINES CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background of the Study The COVID-19 illness is known for its highly contagious nature and rapid transmission. It is caused by a viral pathogen called severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). The term “coronavirus” comes from the Latin word “corona,” which means crown, […]
INFLUENCE OF PARENTAL FEEDING PATTERN ON CHILDHOOD OBESITY (A CASE STUDY OF UYO METROPOLIS)
INFLUENCE OF PARENTAL FEEDING PATTERN ON CHILDHOOD OBESITY (A CASE STUDY OF UYO METROPOLIS) CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background of the Study Obesity is a significant public health crisis affecting both children and adults (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2010). When an individual’s weight exceeds the ideal weight considered healthy for their specific height, […]
ANALYSIS OF INDUSTRIAL WASTE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES IN BREWERY INDUSTRY, A CASE STUDY OF CONSOLIDATED BREWERIES.
ANALYSIS OF INDUSTRIAL WASTE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES IN BREWERY INDUSTRY, A CASE STUDY OF CONSOLIDATED BREWERIES. CHAPTER ONE BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY Improper industrial and municipal waste management can lead to many forms of contamination, such as groundwater contamination, air quality deterioration, and greenhouse gas emissions (e.g., methane gas emissions from anaerobic decomposition). [3] Industrial waste […]
BARRIERS TO EFFECTIVE SCHOOL HEALTH PROGRAM AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHERS IN ORUMBA NORTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT.
BARRIERS TO EFFECTIVE SCHOOL HEALTH PROGRAM AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHERS IN ORUMBA NORTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT. 1.1 Background to the Study Integrated, comprehensive and strategic school health programs have greater potential to achieve good results.1 In 1980, World Health Organization (WHO) orientation toward developing healthy structures instead of focusing only on individual behaviors founded a comprehensive […]
COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF SOURCES OF WATER AND WATER BORNE DISEASES.
COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF SOURCES OF WATER AND WATER BORNE DISEASES. CHAPTER ONE 1.1 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY. Water is one of the most abundant and essential resources of man, and occupies about 70% of earth‟s surface. About 97% of this volume of earth‟s surface water is contained in the oceans, 21% in polar ice and […]
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN WEIGHT AND BLOOD PRESSURE OF PATIENTS WITH HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE.
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN WEIGHT AND BLOOD PRESSURE OF PATIENTS WITH HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE. 1.1 Background to the Study Hypertension, defined as a systolic blood pressure in excess of 140mmHg or a diastolic pressure higher than 90mmHg, is also a globally increasing public health concern. Roughly 1 billion individuals worldwide are estimated to exhibit clinically significant elevated […]
PERCEIVED EXERCISE AND RECREATION AMONG PREGNANT WOMEN ATTENDING ANTENATAL CLINIC
PERCEIVED EXERCISE AND RECREATION AMONG PREGNANT WOMEN ATTENDING ANTENATAL CLINIC CHAPER ONE 1.1 Background of the study. During pregnancy the body experience dramatic physiological and psychological changes which is natural and to remain healthy, the pregnant woman must indulge in regular physical activities call exercise.1 The professional health workers need to carefully design physical exercise […]
THE USE OF TRADITIONAL MEDICINE IN THE TREATMENT OF MALARIA AMONG PREGNANT WOMEN IN ABRAKA DELTA STATE
THE USE OF TRADITIONAL MEDICINE IN THE TREATMENT OF MALARIA AMONG PREGNANT WOMEN IN ABRAKA DELTA STATE CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Background of the Study Malaria is a life threatening parasitic disease transmitted by female Anopheles mosquitoes. In Nigeria, malaria is responsible for around 60% of the out-patient visits to health facilities, 30% of childhood death, […]
ATTITUDE AND PERCEPTION OF NURSING MOTHERS TOWARDS EXCLUSIVE BREASTFEEDING IN NIGERIA (A CASE STUDY OF UYO LGA)
ATTITUDE AND PERCEPTION OF NURSING MOTHERS TOWARDS EXCLUSIVE BREASTFEEDING IN NIGERIA (A CASE STUDY OF UYO LGA) CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background of the study Breastfeeding is the very first stage of improving child’s survival. Breast milk as food for infants is very beneficial for the all round growth of a child. It enhances the physical, […]
FACTORS INFLUENCING THE ATTITUDE OF WOMEN TOWARDS FAMILY PLANNING IN NIGERIA
FACTORS INFLUENCING THE ATTITUDE OF WOMEN TOWARDS FAMILY PLANNING IN NIGERIA ABSTRACT The purpose of this study is to find out the factors that influence the attitudes of women towards family planning in Egor Local Government Area of Edo State. Specifically, the study attempts to find out the influence of education, health, religion, culture, […]