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UNDERGRADUATES PERCEPTION ON COURTSHIP AND IT’S INFLUENCE ON PRE-MARITAL SEX

Abstract:This study explores the perceptions of undergraduates on courtship and its influence on premarital sex in Nigerian tertiary institutions. As traditional norms give way to modern lifestyles, especially within university environments, students increasingly engage in new forms of romantic relationships, often detached from long-term commitments and guided more by casual sexual encounters. Using a structured … Read more

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CONSUMER PROTECTION AND THE SAFETY OF DRUG MARKETING IN NIGERIA: A CASE STUDY OF JUHEL PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANY

Abstract: This paper explores the critical issue of consumer protection in Nigeria’s pharmaceutical sector, with a specific focus on the safety of drug usage and the ethical marketing practices of pharmaceutical companies. Despite government regulations and statutory safeguards, Nigerian consumers frequently fall victim to unsafe drugs due to poor regulatory enforcement, unethical distribution, and weak … Read more

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THE ROLE OF MASS MEDIA IN PROMOTING FAMILY PLANNING AWARENESS AND ADOPTION IN ENUGU STATE, NIGERIA

ABSTRACT: Family planning is a crucial aspect of public health and population control, influencing maternal and child health, economic stability, and societal well-being. This study examines the role of mass media in promoting family planning awareness in Nigeria. It explores how television, radio, newspapers, and digital media influence public perception and adoption of contraceptive methods. … Read more

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INCIDENCE OF URINARY SCHISTOSOMIASIS AND THE CONTRIBUTORY RISK FACTORS AMONG SCHOOL CHILDREN

ABSTRACT: This research investigates the incidence and contributory risk factors of urinary schistosomiasis among school children in Agulu, Anaocha Local Government Area, Anambra State, Nigeria. Utilizing a cross-sectional study design, urine samples were collected from 60 pupils from two primary schools: Agulu Migrant and Umuowelle Primary School. The samples were analyzed using sedimentation and flotation … Read more

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DETERMINATION OF THE LEVEL OF ETHANOL IN ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES PRODUCED IN NIGERIA AS AN INDICATION FOR SAFETY STANDARD

Abstract: This study evaluates the ethanol content in alcoholic beverages produced in Nigeria to determine their compliance with international safety standards, particularly those recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO). Six popular alcoholic beverage brands—Guilders, Star, Harp, Heineken, Stout, and Legend—were sampled from Awka, Anambra State. The ethanol levels in the beverages were analyzed using … Read more

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THE INFLUENCE OF ENVIRONMENTAL SANITATION PROGRAMME ON THE LIVES OF THE PEOPLE: A CASE STUDY OF IGBARA-ODO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF EKITI STATE

Abstract: This study examines the influence of the environmental sanitation program on the lives of people in Igbara-Odo Local Government Area of Ekiti State, Nigeria. Recognizing the significance of proactive health measures, the local government adopted a self-help approach to addressing environmental health challenges. This initiative aims to minimize healthcare costs and make health practices … Read more

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TREATMENT AND PREVENTION OF SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASE: A CASE STUDY OF EGOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, EDO STATE

Abstract: This research examines the treatment and prevention of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) within Egor Local Government Area of Edo State. By engaging respondents from secondary schools, tertiary institutions, civil servants, and traders, the study identifies modes of transmission, predisposing factors, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, and preventive measures for STDs. Using questionnaires and oral interviews, … Read more

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