Journal articles: 'Prostitutes – Health and hygiene – Nigeria'

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Okaeme, A. N. "Fish Mongers and Public Awareness on Fish-Food Hygiene in Nigeria." Journal of the Royal Society of Health 112, no. 4 (August 1992): 163–66. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/146642409211200402.

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Ohwo, Odafivwotu. "Analysis of households' vulnerability to waterborne diseases in Yenagoa, Nigeria." Journal of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene for Development 9, no. 1 (December 21, 2018): 71–79. http://dx.doi.org/10.2166/washdev.2018.052.

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Abstract Waterborne diseases have serious implications for public health and socio-economic development; hence, this study analyzes households' vulnerability to waterborne diseases in Yenagoa. The study adopted the survey research design, which involves the administration of a structured questionnaire to 400 sampled households using the stratified and systematic sampling techniques, and direct field observation of households' drinking water, sanitation and hygiene facilities. Households' vulnerability to waterborne diseases was determined by households' response to five vulnerability drivers (drinking water source, sanitation facility, hygiene, education, and income). The obtained data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, Spearman's rank correlation and a waterborne disease vulnerability (WDV) model. The findings revealed that households in Yenagoa were moderately vulnerable to waterborne diseases as the calculated WDV was 55.65%. The Spearman's correlation coefficients for education with sanitation, drinking water sources and hygiene were 0.75, 1, and 0.6, respectively. This shows that the educational status of households is a major determinant of the choice of water source, sanitation, and hygiene practices. It is therefore recommended that much effort should be made by respective households and the government to improve on the quality of the vulnerability drivers, which have the capacity to reduce households' vulnerability to waterborne diseases in Yenagoa.

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Okpala, Charles Odilichukwu R., Obichukwu Chisom Nwobi, and Małgorzata Korzeniowska. "Assessing Nigerian Butchers’ Knowledge and Perception of Good Hygiene and Storage Practices: A Cattle Slaughterhouse Case Analysis." Foods 10, no. 6 (May 22, 2021): 1165. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/foods10061165.

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In Nigeria, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) guides the inspection and production of beef meat and prescribes the good practices pertinent to beef products’ handling, processing, and packaging. Specifically, good hygiene practice (GHP) assures beef product safety and consumer protection, whereas good storage practice (GSP) assures the continuity of hygiene activities within the storage stages. Relevant literature about butchers’ knowledge and perception of good hygiene and storage practices within Nigeria slaughterhouses remains scant. This current study, therefore, assessed butchers’ knowledge and perception of good hygiene and storage practices through a cattle slaughterhouse case analysis. The selected cattle slaughterhouse serves the increasingly thriving Nsukka beef market in Enugu State, Nigeria. Content validation was utilised to authenticate the questionnaire items, which were administered face-to-face to the respondents (i.e., the butchers). The questionnaire included a total of 30 questions. The results showed that the butchers were male (Freq. = 100%, n = 50), acquired their knowledge informally (Freq. = 88%, n = 44), were largely with more than 5 years of slaughterhouse experience (Freq. = 82%, n = 41), and were strongly (p < 0.0001) familiar with good hygiene (Freq. = 96%, n = 48) and storage (Freq. = 98%, n = 49) practices. The butchers provided examples that demonstrated knowledge and perception aspects of GHP and GSP. The perception aspects of GHP and GSP were correlated more, compared to knowledge and knowledge versus perception. Very conscious of their knowledge and perception of good hygiene and storage practices, the butchers herein have to strive for continuous improvement in their slaughterhouse activities to assure beef quality and consumer safety.

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Oluwatosin Makanjuola, John, Uyi Idah Ekowmenhenhen, Lillian Lami Enone, Donna Chioma Umesi, Oladunni Mojirayo Ogundana, and Godwin Toyin Arotiba. "Mercury hygiene and biomedical waste management practices among dental health-care personnel in public hospitals in Lagos State, Nigeria." African Health Sciences 21, no. 1 (April 16, 2021): 457–69. http://dx.doi.org/10.4314/ahs.v21i1.56.

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Background: Indiscriminate disposal of hospital wastes including mercury/amalgam wastes pose a serious threat to life and environment. There is a growing concern about biomedical waste (BMW) management among health care workers, however there are limited reports on BMW management by dental personnel in developing countries. Objectives: This study investigated the level of knowledge of BMW, observance of proper mercury hygiene and BMW management practice among public dental personnel in Lagos State, Nigeria. Methods: A cross-sectional study regarding BMW management across public hospitals in Lagos State, Nigeria was con- ducted following institutional ethics committee approval. A self-administered questionnaire was utilized to obtain data from different facilities selected by purposive and simple random sampling techniques as applicable. The questionnaires were dis- tributed among 437 respondents by convenience sampling. The resulting data were statistically tested using Chi-square and G-test with p-value < 0.05 indicating significant level. Results: Amongst 437 respondents, majority were females (62.5%) and the highest proportion fell within the age range of 25–34 years (44.4%). Only 17.2% of the respondents had good knowledge of BMW management/legislation and 4.1% had good BMW practice. Less than half (49.4%) of respondents disposed mercury-contaminated materials inside the trash and majority (92.2%) did not observe proper mercury hygiene. Significantly better mercury hygiene practices were observed in secondary facilities (p=0.040). Conclusion: A minor proportion of public dental personnel had good knowledge and practice of proper mercury hygiene and BMW management. This shows there is an urgent need for training of health personnel on proper BMW handling and disposal in developing countries like Nigeria. Keywords: Biomedical waste management; mercury hygiene; dental personnel; Nigeria.

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Rasheed, Tajudeen Olusegun, and Wasiu Adebowale Afolabi. "Maternal and Adolescent Factors Associated with Menstrual Hygiene of Girls in Senior Secondary Schools in Lagos, Nigeria." Journal of Maternal and Child Health 6, no. 1 (2021): 35–45. http://dx.doi.org/10.26911/thejmch.2021.06.01.04.

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Background: Menstrual hygiene has not received proper attention deserved among adolescent girls in Nigeria. Unhygienic practices during menstruation can increase the vulnerability to reproductive tract infections, pelvic inflammatory diseases, and associated complications. This study was conducted to assessment maternal and female adolescent factors associated with the menstrual hygiene of the female adolescent surveyed. Subjects and Method: A quantitative and cross-sectional study was collected in October 2018, using structured questionnaires with validity and reliability established through pilot study. The target population N= 300 is the female students (female adolescent) aged 10-19 years old attending the selected Senior Secondary School (SSS1- SSS3) classes in Lagos, Nigeria. The sample size was determined and a systematic random sampling technique was used to select the participants. Hypotheses were tested using Chi-square and a multiple logistic regression. Results: The findings revealed that female adolescent who uses sanitary pad and not tissue paper or cotton cloth were 3.3 times more likely to practice good menstrual hygiene (OR= 3.31, 95% CI= 2.31 to 9.38, p= 0.010). Similarly, female adolescent who received information on menstrual hygiene from their mothers’ prior the onset of menstruation were 11.9 time more likely to practice good menstrual hygiene (OR= 11.93, 95% CI= 2.94 to 56.80, p= 0.002). The participants menstrual hygiene status shows that n=210, 70.0% indicated good menstrual hygiene practices, while n=90, 30.0% indicated poor menstrual hygiene practice. Conclusion: The intrinsic factors of the female adolescent and support received from their mother prior the onset of menstruation have the potential to improve female adolescent reproductive health and wellbeing. Youth Hygiene Initiative is recommended to provide good milieu for the female adolescent to interact and learn more about their health in school and at home. Keywords: maternal, female adolescent, menstrual hygiene, practices, secondary school, Nigeria Correspondence: Tajudeen Olusegun Rasheed. Department of Health, Safety & Environment Studies, Training & Research Institute, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission Academy, Karu, Abuja, Nigeria. Email: tajrash2005@gmail.com or tajudeen.rasheed@waldenu.edu. Phone: +234- 803-800-7373.

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Omuemu, VivianOssaidiom, EsoheO Ogboghodo, RosemaryA Opene, Phebe Oriarewo, and Orezimena Onibere. "Hand hygiene practices among doctors in a tertiary health facility in southern Nigeria." Journal of Medicine in the Tropics 15, no. 2 (2013): 96. http://dx.doi.org/10.4103/2276-7096.123579.

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Edoror, Faith I., Elizabeth O. Oloruntoba, and Shade J. Akinsete. "Knowledge and perception of the role of water, sanitation and hygiene in containment of Ebola virus disease among secondary school students in Ibadan, Nigeria." Journal of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene for Development 9, no. 4 (July 29, 2019): 635–43. http://dx.doi.org/10.2166/washdev.2019.132.

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Abstract This study assessed the knowledge and perception of the role of water supply, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) in the containment of Ebola virus disease (EVD) among secondary school students in Ibadan, Nigeria. A cross-sectional study of 420 students from eight schools (public and private) in Ibadan was conducted. A semi-structured questionnaire and an observational checklist were used to collect data. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics, Chi-square test and logistic regression at 5% level of significance. Overall, 60% reported EVD was airborne. A majority (71%) of the respondents had good knowledge of EVD, while a majority (92%) had a good perception of the role of WASH in EVD containment. Class of respondents was significantly (p = 0.045) associated with knowledge of WASH. Although schools had satisfactory sanitary facilities, only a few (21%) sustained good hygiene practices at the end of the Ebola outbreak in Nigeria. Our findings revealed suboptimal knowledge on transmission of EVD, and unsustainable hygiene practices among secondary students post-Nigeria's EVD outbreak. High priority should be given to hygiene education among educators and students. Implementation of monitoring and evaluation of hygiene behaviour among secondary school students should also be a priority.

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Umahi Nnennaya, Esther, Sonnen Atinge, Somterimmam Paul Dogara, and Rimande Joel Ubandoma. "Menstrual hygiene management among adolescent school girls in Taraba State, Nigeria." African Health Sciences 21, no. 2 (August 2, 2021): 842–51. http://dx.doi.org/10.4314/ahs.v21i2.45.

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Background: The onset of menstruation denotes a landmark event in pubertal development of the adolescent girl. Lack of adequate knowledge and good menstrual hygiene management can have far reaching consequences on the girl’s wellbeing, dignity and reproductive health. Objectives: This study assessed the menstrual knowledge and hygiene practices of adolescent school girls in Taraba State, Nigeria. Methods: A descriptive cross sectional study conducted among 297 adolescent school girls. Participants were selected using multistage sampling technique. A self-administered, structured questionnaire was used for data collection. The Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 22.0 was used for the analysis of data. Results: The mean age at menarche was 13.7 years (± 6.7). Over three-quarter (76.1%) of the girls knew about menstruation before experiencing it. Mothers (48.1%) were the leading source of information about menstruation to the students. The study found that 207 (69.7%) of respondents had good knowledge about menstruation while 171 (57.58%) had good men- strual hygiene management. Knowledge was significantly associated with good menstrual hygiene management (p<0.001). Conclusion: Knowledge of menstruation and hygienic practices during menstruation among the participants in the study was encouraging. Every adolescent girl should be equipped with the right knowledge and support for good menstrual hy- giene management. Keywords: Menstrual hygiene; adolescents; Taraba; Nigeria.

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Muhammad, Faisal, Jamil Hassan Abdulkareem, and ABM Alauddin Chowdhury. "Major Public Health Problems in Nigeria: A review." South East Asia Journal of Public Health 7, no. 1 (December 31, 2017): 6–11. http://dx.doi.org/10.3329/seajph.v7i1.34672.

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The inadequate programs designed to address the numerous health problems in Nigeria have led to the little improvement in our health status. Besides the continued neglect of the importance of addressing public health issues would make matters worse for poor Nigerians most of who are at the receiving end. This study adopted a qualitative approach, so as to adequately describe the study aims and objectives. The data for this study were collected through scientific database sources, web search engines, direct observation and relevant documents from the Nigerian Ministry of Health. The major public health challenges Nigeria faces are infectious diseases, control of vector some diseases, maternal mortality, infant mortality, poor sanitation and hygiene, disease surveillance, non-communicable diseases and road traffic injuries etcetera. Nigeria is currently working towards achieving the Millennium Development Goals. Despite the collaborative efforts of both Nigerian Government, Donor Agencies and NGOs to provide an efficient and effective health care delivery in Nigeria.South East Asia Journal of Public Health Vol.7(1) 2017: 6-11

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Buxton, Helen, Erin Flynn, Olutunde Oluyinka, Oliver Cumming, Joanna Esteves Mills, Tess Shiras, Stephen Sara, and Robert Dreibelbis. "Hygiene During Childbirth: An Observational Study to Understand Infection Risk in Healthcare Facilities in Kogi and Ebonyi States, Nigeria." International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 16, no. 7 (April 11, 2019): 1301. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/ijerph16071301.

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Background: Infections acquired during labour and delivery are a significant cause of maternal and child morbidity and mortality. Adherence to hand hygiene protocols is a critical component of infection prevention strategies, but few studies have closely examined the hand hygiene of health care providers with sufficient detail to understand infection risks and prioritize prevention strategies. Methods: This observational study was conducted in six healthcare facilities in Nigeria. In each, five women were observed from the onset of labour through to delivery of the placenta. Hand hygiene infection risk was estimated for all procedures requiring aseptic technique compared against adherence to proper hand hygiene protocol and potential recontamination events. Results: Hands were washed with soap and sterile gloves applied with no observed recontamination before only 3% of all observed procedures requiring aseptic technique. There was no significant difference in hygiene compliance between midwives and doctors nor facilities or states. Adherence to proper hygiene protocol was observed more in morning compared to afternoon and night shifts. Conclusions: This study highlights that hand hygiene remains a barrier to delivering high-quality and safe care in health facilities. Improving hygiene practices during labour and delivery will require strategies that extend beyond infrastructure provision.

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Adebambo, A. A. R., F. T. Ojo, and T. O. O. Uthman. "PERCEPTION OF HAND HYGIENE HABIT AND HEALTH IMPLICATIONS AMONGST THE STUDENTS OF A TERTIARY INSTITUTION IN SOUTHWESTERN NIGERIA." African Journal of Health, Safety and Environment 2, no. 2 (August 25, 2021): 45–54. http://dx.doi.org/10.52417/ajhse.v2i2.140.

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Hand hygiene habits and the knowledge of their health implications were investigated among students of a tertiary institution in Southwestern Nigeria. A descriptive survey guided by twenty research questions and four research hypotheses was carried out. A total of 400 undergraduates were randomly selected across the five colleges in the University. The highest respondents were of less than 20 years of age (74%), followed by 21-25 years (25%). Two hundred and four (51%) of the respondents claimed that water which is vital to hand hygiene habit is scarce, 124 (31%) wash hands before meal only, 96(24%) wash hands after toileting, however, 368 (92%) had knowledge that good handwashing habit prevents diseases and infestations. Massive campaigns and awareness are subjacent to improve the culture and habit of hand-washing. Hygiene education should be introduced in all academic curricula to guide in the prevention of the rapid spread of epidemics of which hand seems the first contact of disease infestation.

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Rossouw, Laura, and Hana Ross. "Understanding Period Poverty: Socio-Economic Inequalities in Menstrual Hygiene Management in Eight Low- and Middle-Income Countries." International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 18, no. 5 (March 4, 2021): 2571. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/ijerph18052571.

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Menstrual hygiene management and health is increasingly gaining policy importance in a bid to promote dignity, gender equality and reproductive health. Effective and adequate menstrual hygiene management requires women and girls to have access to their menstrual health materials and products of choice, but also extends into having private, clean and safe spaces for using these materials. The paper provides empirical evidence of the inequality in menstrual hygiene management in Kinshasa (DRC), Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Rajasthan (India), Indonesia, Nigeria and Uganda using concentration indices and decomposition methods. There is consistent evidence of wealth-related inequality in the conditions of menstrual hygiene management spaces as well as access to sanitary pads across all countries. Wealth, education, the rural-urban divide and infrastructural limitations of the household are major contributors to these inequalities. While wealth is identified as one of the key drivers of unequal access to menstrual hygiene management, other socio-economic, environmental and household factors require urgent policy attention. This specifically includes the lack of safe MHM spaces which threaten the health and dignity of women and girls.

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Charles Shapu, Ruth, Suriani Ismail, Norliza Ahmad, Poh Ying Lim, and Ibrahim Abubakar Njodi. "Food Security and Hygiene Practice among Adolescent Girls in Maiduguri Metropolitan Council, Borno State, Nigeria." Foods 9, no. 9 (September 10, 2020): 1265. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/foods9091265.

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Inadequate food security contributes to poor health outcome for all, including adolescent girls. The study aims at determining the level of food security and hygiene among adolescent girls. A school-based cross-sectional study was carried out among adolescent girls aged 10 to 19 years old from six schools in Maiduguri Metropolitan Council, Borno State. The instrument for data collection was a questionnaire using KoBoCollect Toolbox between June and July 2019. Multivariable logistic regression was used to identify the predictors of food security and hygiene among respondents. A majority of the respondents (73.5%) were in a very low food security level. Three factors were significantly associated with food security level, these included schools (p = 0.007), age of mother (p = 0.004), and occupation of mother (p < 0.001). School (p = 0.003), age (father p = 0.017; mother; p = 0.012), hygiene (p = 0.005), and occupation of mother (p = 0.002) were predictors of food security. About (46.6%) of respondents had poor hygiene practice, school (p = 0.016) was significantly associated with hygiene practice. School (p = 0.019; and p = 0.005) and food security (p = 0.009) were predictors of hygiene practice. This study reveals a high prevalence of low food security among adolescent girls.

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Oyetola, EO, IE Okunola, MA Adedigba, SO Nwhator, OO Soyele, AD Fadeju, and FJ Owotade. "Oral health practices and oral hygiene status of undergraduate students at Ile-Ife, Nigeria." Nigerian Journal of Health Sciences 16, no. 2 (2016): 76. http://dx.doi.org/10.4103/njhs.njhs_4_16.

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Okojie, Paul West, and Essy Clementina Isah. "Food hygiene knowledge and practices of street food vendors in Benin City, Nigeria." International Journal of Consumer Studies 43, no. 6 (September 15, 2019): 528–35. http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/ijcs.12538.

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Rabiu, A., FM Sani, and SM Daneji. "Menstrual Pattern and Hygiene among Female Prisoners in Kano, North-western Nigeria." Journal of BioMedical Research and Clinical Practice 3, no. 1 (April 3, 2020): 217–22. http://dx.doi.org/10.46912/3i1.2020133.

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Menstrual hygiene management services among female inmates should be in a professional manner equivalent to what is provided in the country. Female prisoners' menstrual patterns could differ from normal due to stress and uncertainty about the future. This cross-sectional survey was aimed to assess the menstrual bleeding pattern of the female prisoners and their menstrual hygiene. It was conducted among three selected Prisons in Kano. Ethical approval was obtained from Ethical Committee of Kano State Ministry of Health. Information such as socio-demographic characteristics, menstrual hygiene and pattern were recorded on a questionnaire. All consenting female prisoners were recruited for the survey. Data collected were analyzed using SPSS Version 26.0.A p-value of < 0.05 was considered significant. Their mean age (±SD) was 30.1±3.42 years. The mean menstrual cycle was 28.9 ±4.42 days. The average duration of menstrual flow was 3 ± 1. Thirty-two (33.0%) of the female prison inmates experienced pains during menstruation (dysmenorrhea) while 43 (44.3%) had no dysmenorrhea. Majority of the inmates 83(85.6%) took bath once during menstrual period. More than 4/5th (81.4%) changed their absorbent twice a day during the period. Majority of the female inmates used toilet (80%) as the method of absorbent disposal. In conclusion; the survey showed that female prisoners relatively showed regular and normal menstrual patterns. Menstrual hygiene was relatively poor.

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Rabiu, A., FM Sani, and SM Daneji. "Menstrual Pattern and Hygiene among Female Prisoners in Kano, North-western Nigeria." Journal of BioMedical Research and Clinical Practice 3, no. 1 (April 3, 2020): 217–22. http://dx.doi.org/10.46912/jbrcp.133.

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Menstrual hygiene management services among female inmates should be in a professional manner equivalent to what is provided in the country. Female prisoners' menstrual patterns could differ from normal due to stress and uncertainty about the future. This cross-sectional survey was aimed to assess the menstrual bleeding pattern of the female prisoners and their menstrual hygiene. It was conducted among three selected Prisons in Kano. Ethical approval was obtained from Ethical Committee of Kano State Ministry of Health. Information such as socio-demographic characteristics, menstrual hygiene and pattern were recorded on a questionnaire. All consenting female prisoners were recruited for the survey. Data collected were analyzed using SPSS Version 26.0.A p-value of < 0.05 was considered significant. Their mean age (±SD) was 30.1±3.42 years. The mean menstrual cycle was 28.9 ±4.42 days. The average duration of menstrual flow was 3 ± 1. Thirty-two (33.0%) of the female prison inmates experienced pains during menstruation (dysmenorrhea) while 43 (44.3%) had no dysmenorrhea. Majority of the inmates 83(85.6%) took bath once during menstrual period. More than 4/5th (81.4%) changed their absorbent twice a day during the period. Majority of the female inmates used toilet (80%) as the method of absorbent disposal. In conclusion; the survey showed that female prisoners relatively showed regular and normal menstrual patterns. Menstrual hygiene was relatively poor.

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Rabiu, A., FM Sani, and SM Daneji. "Menstrual Pattern and Hygiene among Female Prisoners in Kano, North-western Nigeria." Journal of BioMedical Research and Clinical Practice 3, no. 1 (April 3, 2020): 217–22. http://dx.doi.org/10.46912/jbrcp.v3.i1.2020.133.

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Menstrual hygiene management services among female inmates should be in a professional manner equivalent to what is provided in the country. Female prisoners' menstrual patterns could differ from normal due to stress and uncertainty about the future. This cross-sectional survey was aimed to assess the menstrual bleeding pattern of the female prisoners and their menstrual hygiene. It was conducted among three selected Prisons in Kano. Ethical approval was obtained from Ethical Committee of Kano State Ministry of Health. Information such as socio-demographic characteristics, menstrual hygiene and pattern were recorded on a questionnaire. All consenting female prisoners were recruited for the survey. Data collected were analyzed using SPSS Version 26.0.A p-value of < 0.05 was considered significant. Their mean age (±SD) was 30.1±3.42 years. The mean menstrual cycle was 28.9 ±4.42 days. The average duration of menstrual flow was 3 ± 1. Thirty-two (33.0%) of the female prison inmates experienced pains during menstruation (dysmenorrhea) while 43 (44.3%) had no dysmenorrhea. Majority of the inmates 83(85.6%) took bath once during menstrual period. More than 4/5th (81.4%) changed their absorbent twice a day during the period. Majority of the female inmates used toilet (80%) as the method of absorbent disposal. In conclusion; the survey showed that female prisoners relatively showed regular and normal menstrual patterns. Menstrual hygiene was relatively poor.

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Rabiu, A., FM Sani, and SM Daneji. "Menstrual Pattern and Hygiene among Female Prisoners in Kano, North-western Nigeria." Journal of BioMedical Research and Clinical Practice 3, no. 1 (April 3, 2020): 217–22. http://dx.doi.org/10.46912/jbrcp.v3i12020.133.

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Menstrual hygiene management services among female inmates should be in a professional manner equivalent to what is provided in the country. Female prisoners' menstrual patterns could differ from normal due to stress and uncertainty about the future. This cross-sectional survey was aimed to assess the menstrual bleeding pattern of the female prisoners and their menstrual hygiene. It was conducted among three selected Prisons in Kano. Ethical approval was obtained from Ethical Committee of Kano State Ministry of Health. Information such as socio-demographic characteristics, menstrual hygiene and pattern were recorded on a questionnaire. All consenting female prisoners were recruited for the survey. Data collected were analyzed using SPSS Version 26.0.A p-value of < 0.05 was considered significant. Their mean age (±SD) was 30.1±3.42 years. The mean menstrual cycle was 28.9 ±4.42 days. The average duration of menstrual flow was 3 ± 1. Thirty-two (33.0%) of the female prison inmates experienced pains during menstruation (dysmenorrhea) while 43 (44.3%) had no dysmenorrhea. Majority of the inmates 83(85.6%) took bath once during menstrual period. More than 4/5th (81.4%) changed their absorbent twice a day during the period. Majority of the female inmates used toilet (80%) as the method of absorbent disposal. In conclusion; the survey showed that female prisoners relatively showed regular and normal menstrual patterns. Menstrual hygiene was relatively poor.

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Rabiu, A., FM Sani, and SM Daneji. "Menstrual Pattern and Hygiene among Female Prisoners in Kano, North-western Nigeria." Journal of BioMedical Research and Clinical Practice 3, no. 1 (April 3, 2020): 217–22. http://dx.doi.org/10.46912/jbrcp3i1.2020133.

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Menstrual hygiene management services among female inmates should be in a professional manner equivalent to what is provided in the country. Female prisoners' menstrual patterns could differ from normal due to stress and uncertainty about the future. This cross-sectional survey was aimed to assess the menstrual bleeding pattern of the female prisoners and their menstrual hygiene. It was conducted among three selected Prisons in Kano. Ethical approval was obtained from Ethical Committee of Kano State Ministry of Health. Information such as socio-demographic characteristics, menstrual hygiene and pattern were recorded on a questionnaire. All consenting female prisoners were recruited for the survey. Data collected were analyzed using SPSS Version 26.0.A p-value of < 0.05 was considered significant. Their mean age (±SD) was 30.1±3.42 years. The mean menstrual cycle was 28.9 ±4.42 days. The average duration of menstrual flow was 3 ± 1. Thirty-two (33.0%) of the female prison inmates experienced pains during menstruation (dysmenorrhea) while 43 (44.3%) had no dysmenorrhea. Majority of the inmates 83(85.6%) took bath once during menstrual period. More than 4/5th (81.4%) changed their absorbent twice a day during the period. Majority of the female inmates used toilet (80%) as the method of absorbent disposal. In conclusion; the survey showed that female prisoners relatively showed regular and normal menstrual patterns. Menstrual hygiene was relatively poor.

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Folayan, Morenike Oluwatoyin, Maha El Tantawi, Olakunle Oginni, Elizabeth Oziegbe, Boladale Mapayi, Olaniyi Arowolo, Abiola Adetokunbo Adeniyi, and Nadia A. Sam-Agudu. "Oral health practices and oral hygiene status as indicators of suicidal ideation among adolescents in Southwest Nigeria." PLOS ONE 16, no. 2 (February 25, 2021): e0247073. http://dx.doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0247073.

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Background Oral health is a less-recognized correlate of overall and mental wellbeing. This study aimed to assess the relationship between suicidal behavior (ideation and attempt) and oral health practices and status, and to determine the effect of sex on these associations among Nigerian adolescents. Methods Household survey data were collected from 10 to 19-year-old adolescents in southwestern Nigeria. Dependent variables were daily tooth brushing, daily consumption of refined carbohydrates between meals, and oral hygiene status (measured by plaque index). The independent variable was lifetime suicidal ideation/attempt, dichotomized into ‘yes’ and ‘never’. ‘Daily tooth brushing’ and ‘daily consumption of refined carbohydrates between meals’ were included in two separate logistic regression models, and ‘oral hygiene status’ was included in a linear regression model. The models were adjusted for sex, age, and socioeconomic status. The linear regression model was also adjusted for frequency of daily tooth-brushing and of consumption of refined carbohydrates between meals. Interactions between sex and suicidal ideation/suicide attempt in association with dependent variables were assessed. Significance was set at 5%. Results We recruited 1,472 participants with mean age (standard deviation) of 14.6 (2.6) years. The mean plaque index was 0.84 (0.56), and 66 (4.5%) adolescents reported ever having suicidal ideation/attempt. Suicidal ideation/attempt was associated with significantly lower likelihood of tooth brushing (OR = 0.48, 95% CI: 0.26, 0.91), higher likelihood of consuming refined carbohydrates between meals (OR = 2.30, 95% CI: 1.29, 4.10), and having poor oral hygiene (B = 0.18, 95% CI: 0.05, 0.32). Among males, suicidal ideation/attempt was associated with less likelihood of eating refined carbohydrates between meals (OR = 0.96, 95% CI: 0.35, 2.61). Conversely, it was associated with a significantly higher likelihood of this outcome (OR = 4.85, 95% CI: 2.23, 10.55) among females. Conclusion The study findings suggest that poor tooth brushing habits and poor oral hygiene are indicators for risk of suicidal behavior for adolescents in Nigeria, while high sugar consumption may be an additional risk factor for adolescent females. These findings support the role of dental practitioners as members of healthcare teams responsible for screening, identifying and referring patients at risk for suicidal ideation/attempt.

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Sridhar, M. K. C., O. T. Okareh, and M. Mustapha. "Assessment of Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices on Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene in Some Selected LGAs in Kaduna State, Northwestern Nigeria." Journal of Environmental and Public Health 2020 (August 31, 2020): 1–14. http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2020/6532512.

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Access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) facilities is a basic necessity for human livelihood, survival, and well-being. Adequate WASH facilities provision is a critical issue to most developing countries around the world including Nigeria. Knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding WASH are integral to effective and sustainable WASH facilities provision. This study assessed the level of knowledge, behavior, and practices towards water, sanitation, and hygiene in Kaduna state, Nigeria, with a view to ensuring sustainable WASH facilities intervention in the region. Data collection tools included spot check observation and questionnaire involving 854 participants, selected from five local government areas (LGAs): Chikun, Kajuru, Soba, Kachia, and Zango Kataf. From the results, major drinking water sources were surface waters (52.5%) and unprotected hand dug wells (44.8%); only 46.2% treated their water supply and few (16.6%) used chlorination method. Pit latrine toilets were the major (76.5%) excreta disposal means, and open defecation practices were widespread (41.4%). Level of personal and environmental hygiene understanding was fairly good in all the local government areas, and 65.4% claimed to use water and soap for washing hands after defecation. Incidence of water related diseases is generally low in the area. Despite the commendable findings in the study areas, communities are still at risk due to lack of safe water supply and poor practices of home treatment and excreta disposal. Therefore provision of WASH facilities and WASH education is fundamental for ensuring public health in the study area.

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Charles Shapu, Ruth, Suriani Ismail, Poh Ying Lim, Norliza Ahmad, and Ibrahim Abubakar Njodi. "Effectiveness of Health Education Intervention on Water Sanitation and Hygiene Practice among Adolescent Girls in Maiduguri Metropolitan Council, Borno State, Nigeria: A Cluster Randomised Control Trial." Water 13, no. 7 (April 3, 2021): 987. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/w13070987.

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Poor water sanitation and hygiene practice can be associated with increased morbidity and mortality. The study aimed to determine the effectiveness of health education intervention using information, motivation and a behavioural skill model on water sanitation and hygiene (WASH) practice among adolescent girls in Maiduguri Metropolitan Council, Borno State, Nigeria. A school-based cluster randomized control trial was conducted among 417 adolescent girls (10 to 19 years old) in four schools. The KoBo collect toolbox was used for data collection from October 2019 to March 2020. The chi-squared test was used to compare the baseline differences between intervention and control groups for WASH practice. A generalized estimating equation was used to assess changes from baseline, post intervention and follow up. There was significant interaction for WASH practice during follow up. Religion, place of residence, monthly income and occupation of mother had a statistically significant effect on WASH practice among adolescent girls. Findings revealed that this health education intervention was effective in improving water sanitation and hygiene practice among adolescent girls. Furthermore, religion, place of residence, monthly income and occupation of mother were found to be associated with water sanitation and hygiene practice.

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Confalonieri, Emanuela, Cristina Giuliani, Alessandra Bongiana, and Paola Pavesi. "Storie di violenza in infanzia e adolescenza e prostituzione in etŕ adulta: quali legami?" MALTRATTAMENTO E ABUSO ALL'INFANZIA, no. 2 (June 2009): 93–112. http://dx.doi.org/10.3280/mal2009-002008.

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- The present study, related to the one published some years ago (Confalonieri et al., 2004), is an investigation on forced prostitution and the related violence's types in immigrant women involved in streetwalking prostitution. Using the social records available by the Ufficio Stranieri (Comune di Milano), the purpose is to identify the presence of 1) childhood maltreatments or violence before the entry in sex exploitation market and 2) subsequent adult sexual revictimization from partners, pimps and clients. Data were analysed using phenomenological descriptive analysis. The relationship between childhood maltreatment and abuse and subsequent involvement in sex work is discussed comparing data and life histories of immigrant prostitutes coming from Nigeria and East Europe. The role played by social and contexual variables in sexual exploitation story are also considered.Key words: immigration, violence, prostitution, infancy, adulthood.Parole chiave: immigrazione, violenza, prostituzione, infanzia, etŕ adulta.

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Aliyu, Ahmad Salisu. "Epidemiological Study on Hand Hygiene Practices Among Health Care Workers at Infectious Diseases Hospital Kano, Nigeria." TEXILA INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH 7, no. 2 (June 28, 2019): 57–71. http://dx.doi.org/10.21522/tijph.2013.07.02.art008.

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T.A., Leslie, Bitrus H.S., Abaribe C.E., Okwuikpo M.I., and Maitanmi J.O. "Patterns of Food Safety and Hygiene Practices Among Food Vendors in Government Primary School, Ikenne Local Government, Ogun State." African Journal of Health, Nursing and Midwifery 4, no. 4 (July 8, 2021): 1–13. http://dx.doi.org/10.52589/ajhnm-bh8qfwdv.

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Food borne illness has continued to be a serious public health problem in developing countries especially among school children (who are known as the high-risk group for intestinal parasitic infections), and this can be prevented by good hygiene practices among vendors in the schools. School children are exposed to hazards of purchasing and consuming food from food vendors who may harbour dangerous pathogens or have the potential of spreading infection to a large number of other students, owing to their food safety and hygiene practices. Thus, the aim of this study was to determine the pattern of food safety and hygiene practices among food vendors in public primary schools in Ikenne Local Government Area, Ogun State, Nigeria. The study adopted a descriptive survey design and the target population comprised 48 food vendors. The analysis revealed that 8.3% of the respondents had low knowledge of food safety and hygiene, 18.8% had moderate knowledge and 72.9% of them had high knowledge of food safety and hygiene. One-third of the respondents (33.3%) moderately practice food safety and hygiene and 66.7% highly practice food safety and hygiene. Factors that affected food safety and hygiene practices were access to protective equipment (100%), access to potable water (100%) and indoor food preparation environment (50%). There was a significant difference in the pattern of practice of food safety and hygiene among food vendors based on the level of knowledge of food safety and hygiene practice (p=0.000; t=45.208) and the level of education of the food vendors (p=0.00; t= 52.208). The study concluded that knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices among food vendors in public primary schools in Ikenne Local Government Area, Ogun State, Nigeria was high, though there was moderate practice. The study recommended that food vendors should be exposed to more training, regular monitoring, as well as providing basic facilities for food preparation in order to prevent the outbreak of food borne diseases among children.

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Idowu, Olufunmilayo Ajoke. "Effect of environmental hygiene and water storage on the prevalence of malaria among pregnant women in Abeokuta, Nigeria." Health 06, no. 01 (2014): 90–93. http://dx.doi.org/10.4236/health.2014.61014.

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Akpabio, Emmanuel M. "Water meanings, sanitation practices and hygiene behaviours in the cultural mirror: a perspective from Nigeria." Journal of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene for Development 2, no. 3 (September 1, 2012): 168–81. http://dx.doi.org/10.2166/washdev.2012.073.

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This paper focuses on water meanings, sanitation practices and hygiene behaviours from a cultural perspective in southern Nigeria. Attention was directed on how cultural understanding of water influences sanitation practices as well as the challenges such a relationship poses on public health and sanitation programmes in rural Nigeria. A wide range of meanings, beliefs, values and taboos surrounded local notions and ideas of water and sanitation which were noted to determine available responsive practices and norms. Socio-economic characteristics, physical location and cultural factors were used in explaining the degrees, scale and impact of observed practices and norms across space and time. The paper argues that it will make more practical sense if water and sanitation problems are addressed within the cultural foundation, to understand the realities of local circumstances of beliefs and values, than applying the logic of pure science. This is very important in designing interventions to reduce risks in deeply cultural communities.

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Jombo, G. T., J. O. Tsor, and A. Orinya. "Sustaining Hand Hygiene and Sanitation Campaign in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Glowing Tribute to Ignaz Semmelweis." Journal of BioMedical Research and Clinical Practice 1, no. 3 (November 23, 2018): x. http://dx.doi.org/10.46912/jbrcp.80.

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Ignaz Semmelweis the father of hand hygiene made this startling discovery of strong association of contaminated hands with incidence of puerperal fever and deaths in 1847 and embarked on aggressive campaign to stem the tide of maternal deaths at that time and eventually succumbed to death due to septicaemia in 1865. At present about 171 years since this discovery, the entire humanity is yet to fully embrace the full practice of hand hygiene and reduce as much as half of the morbidities and mortalities from communicable diseases across the globe. Sub-Saharan Africa remains the last stronghold of millions of avoidable deaths from poor hand hygiene and 156 million people from Nigeria are yet to have access to facilities for hand hygiene. Facilities for hand hygiene should be adequately provided in all hospitals and clinics, schools and all settings experiencing assemblage of crowds while health education and advocacy is stepped. This will serve as a mark of honour to Ignaz Semmelweis, the man that paid the supreme price saving the lives of millions across the globe in defence of hand hygiene.

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Umeizudike, KehindeAdesola, AdebayoTemitayo Onajole, and PatriciaOmowunmi Ayanbadejo. "Periodontal health knowledge of nonmedical professionals and their oral hygiene behavior in a teaching hospital in Nigeria." European Journal of General Dentistry 4, no. 2 (2015): 48. http://dx.doi.org/10.4103/2278-9626.154161.

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C.E., Ugochinyere, and Catherine O.A. "Effect of Peer-Led and Parent-Led Education Interventions on Menstrual Hygiene-Related Knowledge of In-School Adolescent Girls in Ogun State, Nigeria." International Journal of Public Health and Pharmacology 2, no. 1 (July 26, 2021): 1–14. http://dx.doi.org/10.52589/ijphp-djsha0un.

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The purposes of the study was to determine the effectiveness of peer-led and parent-led education on menstrual hygiene-related knowledge of in-school adolescent girls in Ogun state, Nigeria, which was conceptualized using the Health Belief Model. The study employed a quasi-experimental design with 120 in-school adolescent girls selected through a multistage sampling technique from four (4) secondary schools within Ogun East. A validated instrument was used for data collection. The findings showed that the adolescent girls' level of menstrual hygiene knowledge had a significant increase after the intervention. The peer-led group better predicted higher knowledge scores (mean diff = 7.13; effect size = 4.34; t = 19.091; p = 0.000). In conclusion, the peer-led education intervention was more effective in improving the level of adolescent girls' menstrual hygiene knowledge in Ogun State. It is recommended that peer educators be recruited for future interventions to change the reproductive health behaviors of adolescent girls nationally.

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Anyanwu, Madubuike Umunna, Ishmael Jaja Festus, Obichukwu Chisom Nwobi, Chinwe-Juliana Iwu Jaja, and James Wabwire Oguttu. "A Perspective on Nigeria’s Preparedness, Response and Challenges to Mitigating the Spread of COVID-19." Challenges 11, no. 2 (September 21, 2020): 22. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/challe11020022.

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Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a novel disease pandemic that emerged in late 2019 in China, and later spread to other parts of the world, including Nigeria. This review analyzes the preparedness of Nigeria to the COVID-19 pandemic and recommends strategies that could be useful in controlling the disease. Published articles on COVID-19 worldwide, socioeconomic and disease status and preparedness to COVID-19 in Africa and Nigeria, were retrieved from databases such as Pubmed, MEDLINE, Scopus, Web of Knowledge and Google search engine. Nigeria is the most populous black nation in the world, and is one of the largest crude oil producers in the world. However, its healthcare system is dilapidated and weak, due to years of neglect and widespread corruption. As a result, Nigeria is vulnerable to COVID-19, as evidenced by the current geographical distribution of the disease in its population. Many socioeconomic factors could potentially facilitate the spread of COVID-19 in Nigeria. This could lead to a high caseload in the country, which could overwhelm the health care system. The application of social distancing, personal hygiene, especially hand hygiene and mask-wearing, as practiced in many countries, has proven to be effective to reduce the spread of COVID-19. In Nigeria, social distancing, in many instances, may be impracticable, given its large population, and a high density of people living in crowded conditions like slums and camps. Moreover, there is a sizeable population of internally displaced people, due to the attack by Boko Haram fighters in Northern Nigeria, and herdsmen in Southern Nigeria. The implementation of these measures is likely to be a great challenge. Nigeria has announced a complete lockdown for the containment of COVD-19, but its implementation and efficacy are doubtful, due to the same reasons previously mentioned.

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Nwaiwu, Ogueri, Chiugo Claret Aduba, Victor Chukwunenye Igbokwe, Chizoba Evelyn Sam, and Michael Ukwuru Ukwuru. "Traditional and Artisanal Beverages in Nigeria: Microbial Diversity and Safety Issues." Beverages 6, no. 3 (August 20, 2020): 53. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/beverages6030053.

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A review of up to 90 articles on the microorganisms associated with important artisanal or traditional beverages in Nigeria was carried out. This resulted in an overview of the prevalent microorganisms associated with soymilk, nono (fermented cow milk), tiger nut milk, yoghurt, kunu, zobo, palm wine and the local beers pito and brukutu. The bacteria genera, namely Bacillus, Escherichia, Lactobacillus, Staphylococcus, and Streptococcus, were detected in all nine beverages. On the contrary, this survey resulted in finding that the genera Saccharomyces, Aspergillus, Candida, and Penicillium were the eukaryotic microorganisms isolated in all beverages. The occurrence of fungal isolates, which can be responsible for producing mycotoxins, is a concern and shows the need for post-production tests. Overall, there is a low prevalence of bacteria associated with hygiene, especially the Escherichia genus in alcoholic beverages such as palm wine, pito and burukutu, which may be due both to a low acidity and high ethanol content. However, the prevalence of hygiene indicator genera was higher in nonalcoholic drinks, probably because of incorrect practices during processing. The magnitude of the production and sales of unregulated local beverages in Nigeria has reached the stage where significant regulation and food safety standards are required to safeguard public health. An opportunity exists to monitor and characterize the microbial flora of the artisanal beverages using molecular methods at all stages of production and storage.

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Isara, A. R., E. C. Isah, P. V. O. Lofor, and C. K. Ojide. "Food contamination in fast food restaurants in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria: Implications for food hygiene and safety." Public Health 124, no. 8 (August 2010): 467–71. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.puhe.2010.03.028.

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Onyedibe, KI, NY Shehu, JS Igbanugo, MO Okolo, SS Gomerep, SE Isa, and DZ Egah. "Hand hygiene knowledge, training and practice: A cross-sectional study in a tertiary health institution, North-central Nigeria." Nigerian Journal of Clinical Practice 22, no. 7 (2019): 1008. http://dx.doi.org/10.4103/njcp.njcp_204_18.

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Irek, Emmanuel O., Alhaji A. Aliyu, Tukur Dahiru, Temitope O. Obadare, and Aaron O. Aboderin. "Healthcare-associated infections and compliance of hand hygiene among healthcare workers in a tertiary health facility, southwest Nigeria." Journal of Infection Prevention 20, no. 6 (July 9, 2019): 289–96. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1757177419848141.

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Introduction: Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) are threats in healthcare settings contributing to increased morbidity, mortality and antimicrobial resistance worldwide. Hand hygiene (HH) is the simplest and most important single intervention to reduce HAIs. Aims/objectives: This study sought to determine rates of HAIs as well as compliance of HH among healthcare workers (HCWs) in Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospitals Complex (OAUTHC). Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 227 HCWs (59 doctors, 129 nurses and 39 ward attendants) selected by multistage sampling across 10 hospital wards. Electronic interviewer-administered questionnaire, HH compliance checklist and point prevalence of HAI were done using World Health Organization and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention toolkits, respectively. Results: Only 20.33% (n = 12) of doctors, 3.88% (n = 5) of nurses and 2.56% (n = 1) of ward attendants had good knowledge of HH (χ2 = 22.22, P value = 0.01). Among doctors, 11.86% (n = 7), 6.98% (n = 9) of nurses and 2.56% (n = 1) of ward attendants had positive perception towards HH (χ2 = 7.87, P value = 0.25). Of the 174 opportunities for HH observed, compliance rates were 42.37%, 55.81% and 68.97% among doctors, nurses and ward attendants, respectively. Point prevalence of HAI was 16.38%. Discussion: Good knowledge and positive perception about HH were uncommon among doctors, nurses and ward attendants. However, ward attendants had the highest compliance to HH. There was a high prevalence of HAIs in this institution.

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Ajala, Aderemi Suleiman. "Space, Identity and Health Risks: a study of domestic waste in Ibadan, Nigeria." Health, Culture and Society 1, no. 1 (October 11, 2011): 193–212. http://dx.doi.org/10.5195/hcs.2011.62.

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Poor waste management has characterized Ibadan’s modern and historical identity. As a consequence, residents of Ibadan (indigenes) hold diverse views about the city's image, while non-indigenes label it "filthy" and "dirty". These perceptions, spatial and cultural, are deep rooted, intertwining with the political and cultural plane of Nigerian society. A distinction between “self” and “others” is seen to mark a discourse and counter discourse in the perception of health risks associated with domestic waste in the Ibadan. Through survey and descriptive ethnography, our paper examines the nature and extent of domestic waste in Ibadan, as a physical, community and psychological reality, where we seek to explain how generation and poor waste management impacts on these spaces and the very mechanics of identity. Different perceptions of health risks are observed as well the vulnerability to diseases associated with domestic waste and poor hygiene, bringing into play the socioeconomic variables and residential patterns which constitute the daily reality of this city. Our study establishes that the increase in urban population, the low economic status, the indiscriminate setting up of artisans’ shops or outlets and the overall inability of government agencies to monitor the menace of domestic waste and its attendant health risks, are central factors to the problem generically deemed one of “waste”.

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Duru, Chika O., Eugene M. Ikeanyi, and Irene Merenu. "Knowledge and practice of menstrual hygiene among adolescent school girls in Umunna, Imo State, Southeast Nigeria: implications for parents, healthcare providers and policy makers." International Journal of Reproduction, Contraception, Obstetrics and Gynecology 10, no. 2 (January 28, 2021): 458. http://dx.doi.org/10.18203/2320-1770.ijrcog20210293.

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Background: Menstrual hygiene management is critical in the life of the woman. For optimal attendance and participation in school activities, future reproductive and sexual health; quality menstrual hygiene practice is crucial. The objective of this study was designed to assess the knowledge, practice and challenges of menstrual hygiene management among the adolescentsMethods: A cross-sectional study was conducted on a community secondary school girls from 1st May to 30th June 2016. Data was collected with a semi-structured pre-tested questionnaire and analyzed with statistical software as appropriate.Results: A total of 416 (97.4%) of the respondents were analyzed. Their mean chronological age and age at menarche were 15±2.1 years and 12.9±0.7 years respectively. Most (77.9%) of the respondents had premenarchal menstrual hygiene knowledge and mothers (68.8%) were the main source of information. Sanitary pad (56.3%) and cloth (31.2%) were the most commonly used absorbents. Sanitary pad use was higher in respondents whose mothers had higher level education (RR=6.3, p<0.001). Most of the respondents changed absorbent twice or less daily (77.4%), bathed at least twice (77.4%), washed vulvoperineal region with soap and water (50.2%) and wiped perineum front to back (72.8%). Burning (51.9%) and refuse dump (26.0%) were the main disposal methods and 48.1% washed hands before and after changing menstrual absorbent materials. Main menstrual disturbances were abdominal pain (37.7%) and malaise (18.5%) and main intervention was medication from patent medicine store (47.2%). Menstruation-related school absenteeism was 30.8%.Conclusions: There was poor premenarchal menstrual awareness and inappropriate menstrual hygiene practices among adolescent schoolgirls.

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Ilusanya, O. A. F., O. O. Adesanya, A. Adesemowo, and N. A. Amushan. "Personal Hygiene and Microbial Contamination of Mobile Phones of Food Vendors in Ago-Iwoye Town, Ogun State, Nigeria." Pakistan Journal of Nutrition 11, no. 3 (February 15, 2012): 276–78. http://dx.doi.org/10.3923/pjn.2012.276.278.

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Akwataghibe, Ngozi, Madeleen Wegelin, Leonie Postma, Wole Fajemisin, Maingaila Moono Banda, Farooq Khan, Zaid Jurji, and Jurrien Toonen. "Exploring equity focus of the SHAWN WASH programme in Nigeria." Journal of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene for Development 8, no. 3 (May 23, 2018): 546–55. http://dx.doi.org/10.2166/washdev.2018.020.

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Abstract This study assesses the extent to which equity was mainstreamed in the UNICEF Sanitation, Hygiene and Water in Nigeria (SHAWN) programme. Mixed methods consisting of desk review, survey of 2,105 households, individual survey of physically disabled people, focus group discussions with community members and in-depth interviews with key informants were used. The WASH project displayed equity considerations in selection of local government areas for its interventions – prioritizing underserved and unserved rural areas, females and places with the greatest needs – leading to increased access to water and sanitation for the poor. However, access was less for people with physical disabilities. Institutional and financial sustainability considerations challenged equity. Gender equality gaps driven by cultural and religious barriers existed in the composition of government WASH departments and community WASH Committees (WASHCOMS) despite the prominence accorded to gender issues. Operationalization of equity was hindered by poor data availability for assessment of poverty and needs; and cultural, environmental and financial barriers. WASHCOMS require specific training to operationalize equity and inclusion at community and household levels. The potential positive effects of a rights-based approach and equity on social and behavioural sustainability should be considered in future programming.

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Oyedele, T. A., A. D. Fadeju, Y. I. Adeyemo, C. L. Nzomiwu, and A. M. Ladeji. "Impact of oral hygiene and socio-demographic factors on dental caries in a suburban population in Nigeria." European Archives of Paediatric Dentistry 19, no. 3 (May 14, 2018): 155–61. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s40368-018-0342-z.

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Aluko, O. Olufemi, O. Modupe Oluya, O. Ayomide Olaleye, A. Adebola Olajuyin, T. Funmilola Olabintan, and O. Iriyise Oloruntoba-Oju. "Knowledge and menstrual hygiene practices among adolescents in senior secondary schools in Ile Ife, south-western Nigeria." Journal of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene for Development 4, no. 2 (February 5, 2014): 248–56. http://dx.doi.org/10.2166/washdev.2014.084.

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A culture of silence surrounds menstruation while inadequate facilities predispose adolescents to psycho-social trauma and cyclic absenteeism from schools. This study assessed the knowledge and menstrual hygiene management (MHM) practices among in-school adolescents in an urban city in Nigeria. The descriptive, cross-sectional study identified 400 respondents through a multistage technique and collected data through validated questionnaire and observational checklist. The mean age and age-at-menarche of respondents were 15.3 ± 1.5 and 12.8 years, respectively. Most respondents (70%) were aged 10–15 years, had good knowledge of MHM (296, 74%) and knew about menstruation before menarche (85.4%). MHM knowledge was significantly associated with: mother's education (p = 0.029); absorbents changing frequency (p = 0.003); and age-at-menarche (p = 001). The number of absorbents used daily was 2.5 ± 0.7; 90% of adolescents changed absorbents at least twice daily while 24.2% had previously changed it in school. Moreover, 14.4% of respondents abstained from school during menstruation and there was a significant association between school type and menstrual absorbents used (p = 0.0001), mothers' education (p = 0.0001) and disposal of used absorbents (p = 0.004). Spent absorbents were mostly disposed of in pit latrines (35.1%) and by burning (32.6%). A wide disparity remains between good MHM knowledge and poor practices. Therefore, gender-friendly facilities should be provided in schools to ensure retention of girls and end psycho-social trauma experienced during menstruation.

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Akor, J. O., V. U. Obisike, E. A. Omudu, and G. N. Imandeh. "Prevalence and Socio-Environmental Factors Associated with Polyparasitism, Benue State, Nigeria." Nigerian Journal of Parasitology 42, no. 1 (April 14, 2021): 181–85. http://dx.doi.org/10.4314/njpar.v42i1.24.

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Parasitic diseases are closely related to poor sanitation, lack of good drinking water, improper disposal of human waste, lack of latrines and poor personal hygiene. This study evaluated the prevalence and distribution of polyparasitic infections and the impact of health education and treatment. Stool and urine samples from 350 consented participants were parasitologically examined for parasites. Out of the 350 samples, 150 stool samples were infected with intestinal parasites and 2 urine samples were positive for Trichomonas vaginalis. Out of the infected 152 participants, 40 of them had co-infection (polyparasitism), specifically 5(1.43%) had triple co-infection, 35(10%) had double co-infection.Health education and treatment measures had significant (p<0.05) effect on infections. It is important that health education be intensified in areas where treatment may not be forthcoming to reduce infections. Keywords: Prevalence, helminths, polyparasitism, sanitation, Benue State

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Abe, Eniola M., Onyinye C. Echeta, Akwashiki Ombugadu, Linus Ajah, Peter O. Aimankhu, and Akinola S. Oluwole. "Helminthiasis among School-Age Children and Hygiene Conditions of Selected Schools in Lafia, Nasarawa State, Nigeria." Tropical Medicine and Infectious Disease 4, no. 3 (July 29, 2019): 112. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/tropicalmed4030112.

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The burden of soil-transmitted helminths (STHs) infections in Nigeria is enormous with serious public health significance. This study, therefore, assessed helminthiasis among school-age children and the hygiene conditions of schools in Lafia, Nasarawa State, Nigeria between December 2015 and April 2016 from four randomly selected primary schools. Stool samples were collected from 200 primary school pupils including 80 males (40%) and 120 females (60%) between five and 16 years, using clean sample bottles and a standard parasitology examination technique at the central laboratory at the Federal University, Lafia. An overall prevalence of 33.5% (67/200) helminths infections was recorded. A checklist of Ascaris lumbricoides, hookworm, Trichuris trichiura, and Strongyloides stercoralis was generated from the pooled data of the four studied schools in which A. lumbricoides occurred highest with 13% (26/200) while S. stercoralis was the least prevalent at 2.50% (5/200). Among the schools sampled, St. James Pilot Science Primary School’s children were the most infected at 44% (22/50). Multiple infections were observed in three of the four schools sampled. There was no significant difference (p > 0.05) in prevalence rates of different STHs infections in relation to age group and gender across schools. Our findings showed that the hygiene conditions in the studied schools were poor without water, hand washing materials, refuse bins, as well as poor sanitary conditions. This study also identified ova and larvae of STHs parasites in the analyzed soil samples from the studied schools. Most school-age children had knowledge about contamination but few among them washed their hands with water and soap. The obtained result indicated a negative association between the prevalence of STHs and the proportion of pupils that cleaned up with water after defection. We, therefore, advise that hygiene conditions in schools be improved and that the government should prioritize enrolling all primary schools in Nasarawa state for the school health program so as to reduce the burden of STHs among school-age children in the state.

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Adekiya, Oyelayo. "ASSESSMENT OF OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH RISK AND AWARENESS OF SCAVENGERS TO COVID-19 IN ABUJA MUNICIPAL AREA COUNCIL, NIGERIA." American Journal of Health, Medicine and Nursing Practice 6, no. 1 (February 18, 2021): 18–31. http://dx.doi.org/10.47672/ajhmn.658.

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Purpose: The aim of this study was to evaluate the occupational health risk of scavengers and their awareness to covid-19 in Abuja Municipal Area Council of the FCT a view to acknowledge the vulnerability of scavengers in the pandemic and how they simultaneously pose a threat to the general public. Methodology: A descriptive survey research was employed for the study. The population consisted of 277 scavengers, from 12 sites in Abuja Municipal Area Council. The instrument used for this study was a structured questionnaire. The questionnaire was divided into five sections. The first section collected information on socioeconomic characteristics of scavengers. The second section collected information on awareness on Covid 19 and sources of information. The third section was on use of safety tools and hygiene practices of scavengers. The forth section was on occupational injuries and diseases associated with scavenging and the fifth section was on measures taken to reduce health effects of scavenging. The questionnaire was interview-administered to the scavengers. Findings: The study revealed that 82.6 % of scavengers believe in the existence of Covid-19 pandemic. About 58.4% do no use hand gloves and 64.6 % do not wear boots during work. Majority (90 %) of scavengers have sustained injuries from glass and sharp objects and about 71 % form nails .Occupational disease associated with scavenging include skin rash and (83.4 %), back pain, (71.6%), chest pain, (61.4 %), Diarrhoeal ( 56.5 % and cough (45.20%). Majority (80.7 %) of the scavengers were not prepared to change their jobs, only about 30.4 % of them were prepared to purchase and use personal protective equipment as a measure to reduce occupational injury and diseases. About 53.9 % of them use illicit drugs (mainly marijuana) to overcome the stress of the job. Recommendations: The study, recommend that scavenging be legalized, so that the government and nongovernmental organizations can help in educating the scavengers on the importance of personal hygiene and personal protective equipment in reducing occupational injuries and diseases.

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Akinwale, OP, AK Adeneye, AZ Musa, KS Oyedeji, MA Sulyman, JO Oyefara, PE Adejoh, and AA Adeneye. "Living conditions and public health status in three urban slums of Lagos, Nigeria." South East Asia Journal of Public Health 3, no. 1 (January 18, 2014): 36–41. http://dx.doi.org/10.3329/seajph.v3i1.17709.

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Lagos metropolis, southwestern Nigeria, is faced with environmental problems ranging from slums and informal settlements, to crime and delinquency. The aim of the study was to explore the demographic characteristics, migra-tion history and living conditions of 2,434 residents of Ajegunle, Ijora Oloye and Makoko in Lagos metropolis. A cross-sectional survey was conducted between June 2010 and October 2012 using a semi-structured questionnaire. Units of analysis used were households. Many of the respondents are low-income earners working in the informal service sectors, and living in unhygienic conditions. The communities are densely populated, with more than five people living in a room. Residents make use of poor and overstressed facilities and inadequate water and electricity supplies. They also lack appropriate garbage disposal facilities and good drainage. Personal hygiene habits are very poor; open defecation in ditches and the lagoon is widely practiced. Respondents are faced with perennial flooding due to blocked drainage systems resulting in a number of diseases, such as malaria, diarrhea, cold and cough. Migra-tion has led to uncontrolled and unplanned developments of slums in metropolitan Lagos. This in turn has led to poverty, unemployment, illiteracy, polluted environment, uncontrolled population growth and health problems in the slums as are observed in this study. There is an urgent need for comprehensive interventions from the government and other organizations to strengthen existing programs to improve the health and quality of life of this vulnerable population. South East Asia Journal of Public Health 2013; 3(1): 36-41 DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3329/seajph.v3i1.17709

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Regina, Ohaka, Oluwaleyimu O., and Okeke N. "PERSONAL HYGIENE PRACTICES OF PRIMARY SCHOOL PUPILS: A STRATEGY FOR FIGHTING COVID-19." International Journal of Advanced Research in Social Sciences, Environmental Studies & Technology 5, no. 2 (December 21, 2020): 56–66. http://dx.doi.org/10.48028/iiprds/ijarssest.v5.i2.06.

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The purpose of the study was to determine personal hygiene practices of primary school pupils in Owerri, Imo State. Two purposes and two research questions guided the study. The study was carried out in Imo State, Nigeria within the early (January to February, 2020) at the onset on Covid-19 Pandemics. Descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study. The study’s population was made up of 980 pupils and random sampling technique was used to derive a sample size of 200 pupils. Structured and validated questionnaire was used for data collection. Data collected were analyzed using frequency and percentage. The findings of the study showed that 89% (174) of the pupils had knowledge that personal hygiene refers to maintenance of cleanliness of one’s body and clothing. Also, 97.5% (195) of the pupils reported associating personal hygiene with good health. However, 15% (30) and 10.5% (21) of the pupils did not have knowledge that personal hygiene helps to reduce contamination of infectious diseases and prevents body odour respectively. Furthermore, the study’s results indicated that 98% (196) of the respondents do not wash their hands immediately they return back from school. Also, 22.5% (45) and 15% (30) do not cover their nose and mouth when sneezing and coughing respectively. The study concluded that personal hygiene practices of primary school pupils needs to be upgraded. The study therefore, recommended re-orientation of the pupils on the observance, need and importance of personal hygiene by the school management.

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Magaji, Peter John, and J. Y. Magaji. "THE PREVALENCE OF GASTROINTESTINAL PARASITES AMONG PRIMARY SCHOOL CHILDREN IN KAGARKO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, KADUNA STATE, NIGERIA." American Journal of Health, Medicine and Nursing Practice 6, no. 1 (January 14, 2021): 1–17. http://dx.doi.org/10.47672/ajhmn.646.

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Purpose: The purpose of this study was to of investigate the prevalence of gastrointestinal parasites among school children in Kagarko Local Government Area of Kaduna State. Methodology: Random sampling was adopted in selecting a sample of five schools with a population of 235 pupils was used for the study. The instrument for the study was the questionnaire used to elicit in information on the risk factors. Also 50 pupils were randomly selected, 10 each from the five selected schools for the stool investigations. The saline/iodine wet mouth procedure was used in the analysis of the stool samples. Findings: Results showed that poor sanitary conditions, inadequate potable water supply, lack of personal hygiene education and lack of de-worming of children enhanced the spread of intestinal parasitic infection. An overall prevalence of 66% was recorded. A total of 6 species of intestinal parasites were recorded in this study. This includes Hookworm, Entamoeba histolytica, Ascaris lumbricoides, Strongyloides stercoralis, Schistosoma mansoni, and Entamoeba coli respective prevalence rates of 33.3%, 24.2%, 18.2%, 12.1%, 9.1% and 3.0%. The highest prevalence of 27.3% was recorded in Kutaho, followed by Kushe and Jere with 21.2% each while the least prevalence of 12.1% as recorded in Kagarko. The 11-13 years age group had the highest prevalence of (45.5%), followed by the 8-10 years age group (36.4%), and then the 14 years and above with the least (6.1%). Sex-specific prevalence was higher in males (57.6%) than females (42.4%). Recommendations: The results suggests that Children should be taught on regular personal hygiene. There is also need for Public Health Education on personal hygiene practices in the communities, large scale de-worming campaigns in all primary schools in the area and the host communities.

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Oyapero, Afolabi, Aderinsola Adenaike, Augustine Edomwonyi, Abiola Adeniyi, and Olubukola Olatosi. "Association between dental caries, odontogenic infections, oral hygiene status and anthropometric measurements of children in Lagos, Nigeria." Brazilian Journal of Oral Sciences 19 (January 5, 2021): e201431. http://dx.doi.org/10.20396/bjos.v19i0.8661431.

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Dental caries is a significant public health problem afflicting about a third of the world’s population which impacts nutrition, quality of life and systemic health. Aim: We explored associations between dental caries, odontogenic infections, oral hygiene and anthropometric measurements of children in Lagos, Nigeria. Methods: A pretested validated questionnaire was administered on 278 children who also received anthropometric assessment and dental examinations. Caries was scored according to WHO criteria and untreated dental caries by the Pulpal Exposure, Ulceration, Fistula, Abcess (PUFA/pufa) index. The weight for age (WAZ), height for age (HAZ), and weight for height (WHZ) parameters evaluated nutritional status. Categorical and continuous data were analysed by χ2-test and ANOVA. Regression analysis was done and statistical significance set at p ≤ 0.05. Results: The prevalence of Decayed, Missing, and Filled Teeth (DMFT + dmft) > 0 was 220 (79.1%) and the proportion of d+D teeth in dmft+DMFT index was 194 (70.0%). The prevalence of odontogenic infections due to caries (PUFA + pufa > 0) was 172 (61.8%). 74 (26.6%) children were stunted; 12 (4.3%) were underweight while 30 (10.8%) were wasted. Children with PUFA + pufa > 1 had increased risk of wasting (OR: 2.45; 95% CI: 1.16-4.88). Children with DMFT+dmft >5 were also significantly underweight with odds ratios of 2.34 (95% CI 1.04-4.33). Conclusions: There was significant association between untreated dental caries, odontogenic infections and stunting, wasting and being underweight among the children studied. Policy makers should be aware of the additional burden that oral neglect has on anthropometric indices.

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Oyeyemi, Adetoyeje Y., Olayinka Akinrolie, and Adewale L. Oyeyemi. "Health-related physical activity is associated with perception of environmental hygiene and safety among adults in low-income neighbourhoods in Nigeria." European Journal of Physiotherapy 17, no. 1 (September 23, 2014): 45–53. http://dx.doi.org/10.3109/21679169.2014.955526.

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