Epidemiology And Perception Of Malaria In Selected Rural Communities In Ila-orangun, South Western Nigeria
The menace of malaria is preventable where people in the endemic areas are adequately exposed to proper education on its causes, management, prevention and control. Here, we assessed the level of knowledge and perception of the inhabitants in a rural area towards malaria transmission, symptoms/signs, management and preventive measures. A cross sectional community-based study was carried out between May
Solid Waste Transportation In Tamale Metropolis
Increasing environmental concerns and the emphasis on materials and energy are overwhelmingly changing the modus operandi of solid waste management as a whole and its transportation in particular. This study targeted Tamale metropolis so that a comprehensive and workable as well as efficient approach to solid waste management could be adopted, with the emphasis on transportation. The waste in the
Prevalence And Determinants Of Common Eye Conditions Of Children In Kapsabet Division Of Nandi County
Background: Records from Kapsabet District Hospital Eye unit in the previous 5 years (2006-2010) showed that 40% of ocular morbidity affected children less than 15 years of age. Eye conditions if no early detection and prompt treatment is done, can lead to blindness.
Objectives: To determine the prevalence and determinants of common eye conditions of children in Kapsabet Division of Emgwen
Evaluation Of Maize-cowpea Intercrop Growth, Yield And Yield Components As Affected By Sowing Dates Under Rainfall In Mubi, Northern Guinea Savanah Of Nigeria
Intercropping grain legume with cereals primarily increases diversity, and ensures stability of output. The timing of planting the component is however, critical in attaining this purpose. Maize and cowpea cultivars differing in maturities and growth habits were intercropped using four different sowing dates under field conditions at Mubi (100 6’ N, 130 17’ E), Nigeria in 2010 and 2011 to
Determinants Of Industrial Disputes In Private Universities In South-south Geopolitical Zone, Nigeria
The major objectives of the study are to investigate the determinants of industrial disputes in private universities in South-south geopolitical region of Nigeria and suggest ways of controlling industrial disputes in private universities in the study area. The study used cross sectional survey design while cluster sampling technique was used to select 240 respondents in Western Delta University, Obong University
Determinants Of Effective Implementation Of Health Management Information System: A Case Of Wajir County Kenya
The general objective of this study is to establish the determinants of effective implementation of Health Management Information System, a case of Wajir County, Kenya. This study was guided by four independent variables which included; health information management practices, technology, human resource and stakeholders. The study employed a descriptive survey research design to gain knowledge and understanding of the design
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
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
Bacteriological Assessment Of Raw Groundnut Seeds Vended In Port Harcourt Metropolis, Rivers State, Nigeria
Bacteriological assessment of wholesome and unwholesome raw groundnut seeds sold in Port Harcourt metropolis of Nigeria was carried out in Department of Microbiology and Environmental biology (Microbiology Laboratory in a Completely Randomized Design (CRD) using standard microbiological methods. The bacterial count ranged significantly (P>0.05) from 0 to 8×105 cfu/ml and 2×105 to 1.0×106 cfu/ml for wholesome and unwholesome respectively. For