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Knowledge, Attitude And Practice Of Breast Self-examination Among Women In Qua’an Pan Local Government Area Of Plateau State, Nigeria
The purpose of this study was to determine the knowledge, attitude and practice of Breast Self-Examination among women in Qua’an pan L.G.A. of Plateau State, Nigeria. The study employed three research questions with one null hypothesis tested at 0.05 level of significance. A Cross-Sectional Survey research design was used. The population for the study consisted of all women in the
Factors Affecting Compliance To Recommended Regimen Among Hypertensive Patients At The Coast Provincial General Hospital, Mombasa, Kenya
Complications of hypertension account for 9.4 million deaths worldwide every year; making hypertension a leading source of morbidity and mortality. Compliance to recommended hypertension medication has been found to be an important factor in mitigating effects of diseases. Objective of research is to determine the factors affecting compliance to recommended hypertension regimen among patients attending clinic at the Coast Provincial
Socio-demographic Characteristics And Marital Satisfaction Among Non -teaching Staff Of A Nigerian University
Marriage satisfaction is a factor that promotes the quality of life of those involved. Although marriage can be very fulfilling, not all married persons are satisfied with their marital union. This study was therefore conducted to determine the Marital Satisfaction (MS) experiences among the Non-Teaching Staff (NTS) of the University of Ibadan, Nigeria. A descriptive
Mediated Media Criticism: The Role Of Television Show ‘press Pass’ In Ensuring Accountability In Kenya’s Media
This study assessed the concept of mediatised media criticism in Kenya through the lenses of Kenya’s popular weekly television show, Press Pass. The study was premised on the fact that the media is bestowed with the gargantuan responsibility of guarding the interests of the public and, as such, they are expected to be accountable for their actions. Past studies have
The Impact Of Floods On Rental Values Of Residential Property In Wulari Ward, Maiduguri Metropolis, Borno State, Nigeria
The study was a survey meant to assess the impact of floods on rental values of residential property in Wulari Ward of Maiduguri metropolis, Borno state, Nigeria. A set of questionnaire was administered on two hundred and five respondents who were randomly chosen within the study area. The data collected were analyzed using tables and percentages. The results obtained showed
Experience And Perceptions On Preterm Births Among Women Attending Anc Clinic At Kisumu County Hospital, Kenya
Preterm birth is one of the main causes of neonatal death, and it is now the second leading cause of death after pneumonia in children under the age of five. Kenya is estimated to have 12.3% preterm births and 22 neonatal deaths per 1000 live births. It is important to explore the experience and perceptions on preterm births among women
Unmet Needs For Safe Blood During Violent Conflicts In Yobe State, Nigeria
Adamawa, Borno and Yobe states of North-East Nigeria have faced violent conflicts since 2010. One of the priority emergency health needs during violent conflict is safe blood. However, the extent of need for safe blood during violent conflict in Yobe State is unknown. To address this information gap, the investigators reviewed blood transfusion registers in three purposively selected sites
