1. NEWSPAPER REPORTAGE OF CHILD ABUSE CASES IN NIGERIA
EXCERPT FROM THE STUDY
Child abuse can be seen as any act of omission or commission, physical or psychological maltreatment or neglect of a child by its parent, guardian, caregivers or other adults that may endanger the child’s physical, psychological or emotional...
2. AN ANALYSIS OF CHILD LABOUR, CHILD TRAFFICKING AND GIRL CHILD MARRIAGE IN NIGERIA
Background of the Study
Child labour and trafficking are essentially understood as encompassing monetary or non monetary activities which are mentally physically, morally and socially hazardous for children below 15 years of age (UNICEF, 2005). Ch...
3. ATTITUDE OF MOTHERS TOWARDS IMMUNIZATION IN IKPOBA-OKHA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF EDO STATE
EXCERPT FROM THE STUDY
The maternal knowledge on the routine immunization was poor (8.3%), however mother‟s and attitudes towards immunization are good.
More so, and in spite of the successes recorded in the area of childhood Immunization services in Nige...
4. INFLUENCE OF SEX OF PARENT, TIMING OF LOSS AND AGE OF CHILD ON UNRESOLVED GRIEF AMONG BEREAVED PARENTS
ABSTRACT
This study was carried out to examine the influence of sex of parent, timing of loss and age of child on unresolved grief among bereaved parents using ber...
5. PUBLIC PERCEPTION OF MEDIA COVERAGE OF CHILD LABOUR, CHILD MARRIAGE AND TRAFFICKING IN NIGERIA.
Abstract
This research work explored the public understanding of the mass media and child trafficking in Nigeria using Enugu urban residents as the focus. Meanwhile the researcher adopted survey researcher method to study attitudes, perception and respo...
6. THE DETERMINANCE OF INDUCED ABORTION AMONG UNDERGRADUATES STUDENTS IN NIGERIA (Case study of University of Benin)
BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY
Abortion is the ending of pregnancy by removing a fetus or embryo before it can survive outside the uterus. An abortion which occurs spontaneously is also known as a miscarriage. An abortion may be caused purposely and is then called an induced a...
7. CHILD MORTALITY IN ANCIENT ROME AND MODERN IBADAN
ABSTRACT
High records of occurrences of child mortality were documented in ancient Rome and in modern Ibadan. Available studies on ancient Rome focused on the effect of female infanticide on the population, and those on modern Ibadan, concentrated on the effects of cerebral malaria on c...
8. The Role of Advertising in Promoting Awareness of Child Education in Kafin Hausa LGA, Jigawa State
Chapter One: Introduction
1.1 Background of the Study
Child education is one of the fundamental pillars of development, yet many regions in Nigeria, particularly rural areas like Kafin Hausa LGA in Jigawa State, continue to face challenges in achieving high enrollment rates an...
9. The Impact of Nurse-Led Vaccination Awareness Programs on Immunization Rates Among Children in Bauchi State
Background of the Study: Immunization remains one of the most effective public health interventions to prevent diseases in children. In Bauchi State, despite significant efforts to increase vaccination coverage, childhood immunization rates remain suboptimal...
10. The Impact of Nurses’ Role in Improving Vaccination Coverage Among Children in Kano State
Background of the Study
Vaccination is one of the most cost-effective public health interventions, crucial for preventing infectious diseases that can have lifelong health consequences for children. Despite its importance, there are still gaps in vaccin...
11. An Evaluation of the Impact of Childhood Vaccination Campaigns on Immunization Rates in Zamfara State
Background of the Study
Childhood vaccination is a critical public health intervention aimed at preventing infectious diseases that can lead to high morbidity and mortality. Immunization campaigns have been pivotal in increasing vaccine coverage and r...
12. An Examination of the Barriers to Immunization Uptake Among Children in Taraba State
Background of the Study
Immunization is one of the most effective public health interventions for preventing infectious diseases and reducing child mortality. Vaccines protect children from deadly diseases such as measles, polio, diphtheria, and tuberculosis, significantly lowering morb...
13. The Role of Nurse Practitioners in Improving Immunization Coverage Among Children in Benue State
Background of the Study
Immunization is one of the most effective public health interventions to prevent childhood diseases and reduce child mortality rates. Despite global efforts to increase immunization coverage, regions like Benue State in Nigeria face significant challenges, includ...
14. An Appraisal of Childhood Vaccination Coverage and Barriers to Uptake in Yobe State
Background of the Study
Childhood vaccination is one of the most effective public health interventions to prevent infectious diseases and reduce childhood morbidity and mortality (World Health Organization [WHO], 2023). Vaccines protect children from a variety of preven...
15. An Assessment of the Epidemiology of Childhood Pneumonia in Katsina State
Background of the Study
Pneumonia remains one of the leading causes of childhood mortality worldwide, particularly in developing countries (World Health Organization [WHO], 2024). The disease, characterized by inflammation of the lungs due to bacterial, viral, or fungal infections, disp...
16. An assessment of the correlation between social determinants and child immunization rates in Kebbi State
Background of the Study
Immunization is one of the most effective public health interventions to prevent childhood diseases and reduce mortality rates. However, despite its proven efficacy, child immunization rates remain suboptimal in many parts of Nigeria, including Kebbi State, locat...
17. An Appraisal of Vitamin A Supplementation Coverage and Effectiveness in Niger State
Background of the Study
Vitamin A deficiency is a significant public health concern, particularly among children in developing regions like Niger State. The deficiency can lead to severe visual impairment, weakened immune systems, and increased child mortality (WHO, 2024). To combat thi...
18. The Effect of Child Health Insurance Schemes on Immunization Uptake in Plateau State
Background of the Study
Immunization is one of the most effective public health interventions for preventing childhood diseases and reducing infant mortality rates. However, in Nigeria, immunization coverage remains inconsistent due to financial constra...
19. An Evaluation of Immunization Coverage and Its Impact on Child Health in Borno State
Background of the Study
Immunization remains one of the most cost-effective public health interventions for reducing childhood morbidity and mortality from vaccine-preventable diseases such as measles, polio, diphtheria, and tuberculosis. Globally, im...
20. The Impact of Religious Beliefs on Vaccine Hesitancy in Katsina State
Background of the Study
Religious beliefs are known to influence various health behaviors, including vaccine acceptance. In many regions of Nigeria, including Katsina State, religious leaders and beliefs play a critical role in shapin...
21. An Assessment of Healthcare Infrastructure and Its Effect on Immunization Rates in Niger State
Background of the Study
Healthcare infrastructure is a fundamental determinant of immunization coverage, particularly in resource-constrained settings. Niger State, located in central Nigeria, faces numerous challenges related to heal...
22. The Influence of Socio-Economic Factors on Childhood Immunization Rates in Kaduna State
Background of the Study
Socio-economic factors such as income, education, occupation, and access to healthcare services have a profound influence on health behaviors, including vaccination rates. In Kaduna State, disparities in socio-...
23. The Effect of COVID-19 on Routine Immunization Rates in Adamawa State
Background of the Study
The COVID-19 pandemic, which emerged globally in 2019, caused widespread disruptions to healthcare systems worldwide, including routine immunization services. In Nigeria, including Adamawa State, the pandemic l...
24. The effect of maternal literacy on child immunization rates in Akure South Local Government Area, Ondo State.
Background of the study
Maternal literacy plays a crucial role in shaping child health outcomes, particularly in the context of immunization practices. In Akure South Local Government Area, Ondo State, research has demonstrated a strong correlation between a mother’...
