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Assessment of the Knowledge, Attitudes and Perception of Potential Occupational Hazards by Automobile Workers in Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria
Olaiya Paul Abiodun,
Samson Olusegun Aturaka,
Okareh Oladapo,
Justin Nwofe,
Abiodun Abiola,
Omotola Olushola,
Omotola Teniola
Issue:
Volume 6, Issue 2, March 2018
Pages:
37-43
Received:
25 October 2017
Accepted:
6 January 2018
Published:
15 March 2018
Abstract: The objective of this study is to assess the knowledge and perception of Automobile workers on the occupational hazards in their workplaces and to identify their attitudes and safety practices towards protecting themselves from these hazards. A descriptive cross- sectional design and stratified sampling technique were utilized to identify the automobile workers/respondents. A structured questionnaire was used for data collection and it covered areas like social demographics, knowledge and perception of potential hazards, attitude and safety practices employed by both Automobile Mechanics (AMs) and Automobile Spray Painters (ASPs) to avoid hazards. The data collected was analyzed using SPSS version 21. Findings showed that there was statistically significant association between level of knowledge, attitude, perception of spray painters and mechanics based on their level of education. Also there was statistically significant association between level of knowledge, attitude, perception of spray painters and mechanics based on their work experience in relation to safety measures (p<0.05). However, there was no statistical significant difference in the knowledge of spray painters and mechanics about PPE as it can be generally rated poor (<50%), P>0.05). The p value for each of the tested parameter (>0.05) also shows clearly that there was no significant difference in the knowledge of both the Automobile spray printer and the Mechanics. There is need for regular training on safety guidelines and enforcement of standard/universal safety practices by automobile workers so as to reduce potential occupational hazards.
Abstract: The objective of this study is to assess the knowledge and perception of Automobile workers on the occupational hazards in their workplaces and to identify their attitudes and safety practices towards protecting themselves from these hazards. A descriptive cross- sectional design and stratified sampling technique were utilized to identify the autom...
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Knowledge, Practice and Associated Factors of Breast Self Examination Among Female Students of the College of Public Health and Medical Science, Jimma University, Ethiopia
Fitsum Desta,
Abdulhalik Workicho,
Alemayehu Atomsa,
Desta Workneh,
Bosena Tebeje
Issue:
Volume 6, Issue 2, March 2018
Pages:
44-50
Received:
31 December 2017
Accepted:
18 January 2018
Published:
28 March 2018
Abstract: Back ground: Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in many parts of the world. Facilities for screening and early detection are extremely limited in resource limited countries like Ethiopia, yet early diagnosis improves survival. Breast self-examination can help to detect it at an early stage. Our study examined the knowledge, practice and associated factors of Breast Self examination (BSE). Methods and materials: cross sectional study design was conducted among 200 female Medical, Health officer, Nursing and Midwifery students in Jimma University College of public health and medical science. Samples were selected using a systematic sampling technique. Pre-tested, structured, and self administered survey questionnaire abstracted and adapted from relevant literatures used to collect the required information. Analysis was done using chi-square test to assess the association between the dependent and independent variables and logistic regression to determine the effect of exposure variables on the outcome variables, using SPSS version 16:0 software. Result: The majority (89%; 95% CI= 84.7-93.3%) of participant students had good knowledge about Breast self examination but, only 42 (21%) practice it correctly. After adjusting for potential socio-demographic confounders, multivariate logistic regression analysis showed: compared to rural residents, urban residents were more than 4 times (AOR=4.19; 95% CI=1.63, 10.77; P=0.003); clinical year students compared to their pre-clinical counterparts were more than 5 times (AOR=5.34; 95% CI=1.70, 16.75; P=0.004) more likely to have good knowledge about SBE. Similarly clinical year students were more than 7 times (AOR= 7.24, 95% CI=3.85, 13.59, P <0.001) more likely to practice SBE than pre-clinical students. Conclusion:: The majority of students had good knowledge about Breast Self Examination but only few practice it correctly, while more than 50% never practiced it at all. Awareness creation campaign on BSE among young female students should be done at Reproductive Health Service clinics of the university.
Abstract: Back ground: Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in many parts of the world. Facilities for screening and early detection are extremely limited in resource limited countries like Ethiopia, yet early diagnosis improves survival. Breast self-examination can help to detect it at an early stage. Our study examined the knowledge, practic...
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Patients’ Perception at the Moment of Disclosure of Cancer Diagnosis
Bruno Vilas Boas Dias,
Cristiane Grassia Silva,
Luana de Carvalho Valentim da Costa,
Luana Iris Nunes Romero,
Admilson Soares de Paula
Issue:
Volume 6, Issue 2, March 2018
Pages:
51-55
Received:
25 September 2017
Accepted:
6 October 2017
Published:
28 March 2018
Abstract: Cancer is a disease characterized by abnormal cell formation and division, a mutation linked to several external and internal factors and related to habits and cultures. The objective of this study was to know the perception of patients of the Brazilian Association of People with Cancer (ABRAPEC) from Jundiaí-SP at the moment of disclosure of cancer diagnosis. This was a qualitative, exploratory and descriptive study, based on the theory of Social Representations, following the guidelines of the Discourse of the Collective Subject. The sample was composed of 30 ABRAPEC users who answered two questionnaires, one with five questions on biosocial aspects, and another with one question regarding the main objective of the study. The central ideas of the participants regarding the feelings at disclosure of cancer diagnosis were: "fear"; "sadness"; "death"; "normal"; "guilt"; "fright" and "suicide". The central ideas, for the most part, showed that the news of cancer represents feelings of hopelessness and even death.
Abstract: Cancer is a disease characterized by abnormal cell formation and division, a mutation linked to several external and internal factors and related to habits and cultures. The objective of this study was to know the perception of patients of the Brazilian Association of People with Cancer (ABRAPEC) from Jundiaí-SP at the moment of disclosure of cance...
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Malnutrition Among Children Under Five Years in Uganda
Ratib Mawa,
Stephen Lawoko
Issue:
Volume 6, Issue 2, March 2018
Pages:
56-66
Received:
6 April 2018
Accepted:
28 April 2018
Published:
24 May 2018
Abstract: Malnutrition remains a major cause of morbidity and mortality among children under five years especially in developing countries. The high burden of wasting and stunting among children under five years of age is of great concern to policy makers and public health practitioners in Uganda. Prevention and treatment of malnutrition is a priority in the United Nations 2030 development agenda. This study investigated the risk factors for wasting and stunting among children aged 6-59 months in the general population in Uganda. Secondary data from the 2011 Uganda Demographic and Health Survey was utilised. A sample of 2214 children was studied. Bivariate analysis and multivariate conditional logistic regression was used to determine the association between risk factors and childhood wasting and stunting. 5% and 33.5% of the children were wasted and stunted respectively. Risk factors associated with wasting were lack of maternal education; OR (3.66; 1.22-11.01), maternal underweight -BMI < 18.5 kg/m2; OR (3.39; 1.72 -6.70) and children aged 6-11 months OR (2.20; 1.09 – 4.42). On the other hand, those risk factors associated with stunting included: child`s very small size at birth; OR (2.59; 1.58-4.27), male children; OR (1.5; 1.12 -2.18), children aged 24-35 months (1.17-3.23), maternal height <150cm; OR (7.53; 4.07-13.94) and lack of maternal education; OR (2.47; 1.37-4.44). In conclusion, children’s age and low maternal formal education level predicts wasting. Likewise, children`s male gender, age, size at birth, maternal height and low maternal formal education level also predicts stunting among children under five years of age. This finding suggests that interventions to reduce under-five stunting and wasting in Uganda may benefit from focusing on improvement of maternal nutritional status and formal education.
Abstract: Malnutrition remains a major cause of morbidity and mortality among children under five years especially in developing countries. The high burden of wasting and stunting among children under five years of age is of great concern to policy makers and public health practitioners in Uganda. Prevention and treatment of malnutrition is a priority in the...
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