American Journal of Health Research

Volume 6, Issue 2, March 2018

  • 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: 06 January 2018
    Published: 15 March 2018
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    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... Show More
  • 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
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    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... Show More
  • 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: 06 October 2017
    Published: 28 March 2018
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    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... Show More
  • Malnutrition Among Children Under Five Years in Uganda

    Ratib Mawa, Stephen Lawoko

    Issue: Volume 6, Issue 2, March 2018
    Pages: 56-66
    Received: 06 April 2018
    Accepted: 28 April 2018
    Published: 24 May 2018
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    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... Show More