Research Article
Attitudes and Practices of Students at the High School of Parcelles Assainies unit 13 on COVID-19 in Dakar, Senegal
Mamadou Makhtar Mbacke Leye*
,
Mbayang Ndiaye*,
Jeane Marie Diouf,
Ibrahima Seck
Issue:
Volume 10, Issue 3, June 2024
Pages:
145-153
Received:
10 May 2024
Accepted:
27 May 2024
Published:
6 June 2024
Abstract: Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) was declared a major public health problem in 2019. Like various countries of the world, Senegal has not been spared this scourge. As a result, it was necessary to study the attitudes and practices of the students of the Parcelles Assainies unit 13 high school in Dakar. A cross-sectional, descriptive and analytical study was conducted in 2021. The study population was the students of the Parcelles Assainies high school unit 13. Univariate and multivariate analyses were performed using Excel and R software. The average age of the students surveyed was 18.57 years, females predominated (66%). Almost all respondents (93.5%) had a television and 82.8% a mobile phone. Of those surveyed, 81.5% respected the stay-at-home concept. Wearing a mask, washing hands with soap and water, and avoiding gatherings were noted among the students surveyed in 99.3%; 97.56% and 92.68% of cases. Phone ownership was more likely for students surveyed to consistently wear masks (ORaj=2.87 [1.29-6.35]) and to wash their hands regularly with soap and water (ORaj=0.33 [0.12-0.89]). Students surveyed who raised awareness about COVID-19 were more likely to wear masks (ORaj=3.71 [1.79-7.66]). Those who agreed to live with someone who had recovered from COVID-19 washed their hands more with soap and water (ORaj=2.99 [1.09-8.19]). The implementation of handwashing devices was well adopted by the students of the High school of Parcelles Assainies. Ministry for Health and Social Action (MHSA) policies were thus decisive in the fight against COVID-19.
Abstract: Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) was declared a major public health problem in 2019. Like various countries of the world, Senegal has not been spared this scourge. As a result, it was necessary to study the attitudes and practices of the students of the Parcelles Assainies unit 13 high school in Dakar. A cross-sectional, descriptive and analytical st...
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Research Article
Knowledge and Attitude of Adult Women Towards Early Prevention of Breast Cancer in a Local Government Area of a Southwestern State of Nigeria
Ebenezer Obi Daniel*,
Oluseyi Oludamilola Olawale,
Ahmed Mamuda Bello,
Michael Olabode Tomori,
Michael Michael,
Israel Olukayode Popoola,
Adebanke Adetutu Ogun,
Aisha Oluwakemi Salami,
Olukayode Oladeji Alewi,
Taiwo Aderemi Popoola,
Celestine Emeka Ekwuluo
Issue:
Volume 10, Issue 3, June 2024
Pages:
154-162
Received:
1 June 2024
Accepted:
19 June 2024
Published:
26 June 2024
Abstract: This study investigates the knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding breast self-examination (BSE) among adult women in Idanre Local Government Area of Ondo State, Nigeria. Breast cancer, a leading neoplasm among women, presents a significant global health challenge due to its high incidence and mortality rates. This descriptive cross-sectional study involved 400 adult women, employing a structured questionnaire to collect data. The findings reveal a high level of awareness about breast cancer, with 98.5% of participants demonstrating good knowledge and 93.5% exhibiting positive attitudes toward BSE. However, only 77.5% of respondents practiced BSE regularly. The study underscores the importance of early detection facilitated by BSE, particularly in resource-limited settings, as 86.3% of participants identified increasing age as a risk factor, and 100% recognized lumps in the breast as a symptom. Despite this awareness, many women do not practice BSE consistently due to misconceptions and lack of motivation. The research highlights the necessity of enhancing public awareness and education on BSE through mass media and healthcare providers to improve early breast cancer detection and reduce mortality rates. It recommends that healthcare workers promote BSE during interactions with female clients and serve as role models by adopting preventive screening measures themselves. This approach could significantly impact breast cancer control and improve health outcomes among women in the community. The study concludes that while knowledge and attitudes toward BSE are generally positive, consistent practice remains a challenge that must be addressed through targeted awareness and education initiatives.
Abstract: This study investigates the knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding breast self-examination (BSE) among adult women in Idanre Local Government Area of Ondo State, Nigeria. Breast cancer, a leading neoplasm among women, presents a significant global health challenge due to its high incidence and mortality rates. This descriptive cross-sectiona...
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