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African Health Sciences, 2017
Background: Nigeria accounts for only 2% of the world's population, but contributes up to 10 % of... more Background: Nigeria accounts for only 2% of the world's population, but contributes up to 10 % of the global estimates of maternal deaths. The study assesses the utilization of antenatal and delivery services by women of reproductive age in Afon community. Methodology: It was a descriptive cross-sectional study that collected both quantitative and qualitative data using semi-structured interviewer administered questionnaire and focus group discussions (FGD). Interviews were household based. FGD had two homogenous groups. Data was analysed using Epi-info version 3.5.1 software package. Level of statistical significance was set at p <0.05. Results: There was a high level of utilization of antenatal/delivery services in the community. Barriers to utilization of ANC/ delivery services include lack of money, distance from health facility, long waiting time, poor attitude of health workers and no permission from husbands. Level of education and employment status were significantly associated with utilization of ANC/ delivery services. Conclusion: Girl-child education and women empowerment are required to improve utilization of services. Antenatal care providers need to be trained to improve quality of care in the discharge of their duties.
African Health Sciences, 2018
Background: Substance abuse among youths is fast becoming a global Public Health concern. Objecti... more Background: Substance abuse among youths is fast becoming a global Public Health concern. Objectives: This study assessed the prevalence and factors associated with substance abuse in selected public schools in Ogbomoso, SouthWest Nigeria. Methods: Cross-sectional study design and multi-stage sampling method were utilized among 249 study participants who gave informed consent/assent. Data were collected using facilitated, self-administered questionnaire.Descriptive and inferential statistics using the Chi-Square test were carried out at p<0.05. Results: The mean age of our respondents was 16.3±2SD; 40.0% of them had positive attitude to substance abuse while 21.7% had ever consumed alcoholic drinks. In all, 31(26.3%) of the respondents satisfied the criteria used in defining substance abuse. Tramadol was the most commonly abused substance apart from alcohol; reported by 39.0% of the substance abusers. Most (35.5%) of the substance abusers did so believing it could enhance their academic performance. The proportion of respondents who were substance abusers was significantly higher among students who had not received any formal lectures on the subject at school compared to those who had.(47.5% vs 29.7% ;p=0.023). Conclusion: Our findings underscore an urgent need to intensify awareness against substance abuse among secondary school students in Nigeria.
African Health Sciences, 2017
Background: Nigeria accounts for only 2% of the world's population, but contributes up to 10 % of... more Background: Nigeria accounts for only 2% of the world's population, but contributes up to 10 % of the global estimates of maternal deaths. The study assesses the utilization of antenatal and delivery services by women of reproductive age in Afon community. Methodology: It was a descriptive cross-sectional study that collected both quantitative and qualitative data using semi-structured interviewer administered questionnaire and focus group discussions (FGD). Interviews were household based. FGD had two homogenous groups. Data was analysed using Epi-info version 3.5.1 software package. Level of statistical significance was set at p <0.05. Results: There was a high level of utilization of antenatal/delivery services in the community. Barriers to utilization of ANC/ delivery services include lack of money, distance from health facility, long waiting time, poor attitude of health workers and no permission from husbands. Level of education and employment status were significantly associated with utilization of ANC/ delivery services. Conclusion: Girl-child education and women empowerment are required to improve utilization of services. Antenatal care providers need to be trained to improve quality of care in the discharge of their duties.
African Health Sciences, 2018
Background: Substance abuse among youths is fast becoming a global Public Health concern. Objecti... more Background: Substance abuse among youths is fast becoming a global Public Health concern. Objectives: This study assessed the prevalence and factors associated with substance abuse in selected public schools in Ogbomoso, SouthWest Nigeria. Methods: Cross-sectional study design and multi-stage sampling method were utilized among 249 study participants who gave informed consent/assent. Data were collected using facilitated, self-administered questionnaire.Descriptive and inferential statistics using the Chi-Square test were carried out at p<0.05. Results: The mean age of our respondents was 16.3±2SD; 40.0% of them had positive attitude to substance abuse while 21.7% had ever consumed alcoholic drinks. In all, 31(26.3%) of the respondents satisfied the criteria used in defining substance abuse. Tramadol was the most commonly abused substance apart from alcohol; reported by 39.0% of the substance abusers. Most (35.5%) of the substance abusers did so believing it could enhance their academic performance. The proportion of respondents who were substance abusers was significantly higher among students who had not received any formal lectures on the subject at school compared to those who had.(47.5% vs 29.7% ;p=0.023). Conclusion: Our findings underscore an urgent need to intensify awareness against substance abuse among secondary school students in Nigeria.