scholarly journals The Health Effects of Chunga Dumpsite on surrounding communities in Lusaka, Zambia.

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wilson Chibwe ◽  
Aaron Mbewe ◽  
Alice Ngoma Hazemba
Keyword(s):  
Solid Waste ◽  
Health Effects ◽  
Waste Disposal ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Predisposing Factors ◽  
Solid Waste Disposal ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Middle Income ◽  
Respiratory Problems ◽  
Design And Methods

ABSTRACT Background: Dumpsites in low and middle income countries (LMICs) are commonly used for solid waste disposal as opposed to landfills. However, these are naturally unsanitary hence provide ideal conditions for breeding of disease transmitting agents and become predisposing factors for spread of diseases and infections to surrounding communities. This study aimed at determining the Health Effects of Chunga Dumpsite on surrounding communities in Lusaka, Zambia. Design and Methods: This was a mixed method design and employed a cross sectional approach and case study conducted concurrently. Communities were stratified by distance into Stratum One (within 250 meters radius) and Two (above 250 to 500 meters). Quantitative data were collected from total 200 households thus 100 households from each stratum by using self-administered questionnaires. Qualitative data were collected from Two Key informants from the Local Authority and 15 participants using semi-structured interview guide. Both data were collected from December 22nd, 2018 to February 18th, 2019. Results: Results revealed that smoke and various gasses emitted from burning and decomposing waste compromised quality of air in surrounding communities. Communities were infested with flies, mosquitoes and vermin. Consequently, (73.5%) complained of persistent coughing, (65.1%) suffered from malaria, (72.6%) complained of persistent headaches and (62.2%) had frequent diarrhoea cases in stratum one. Respiratory problems were more pronounced at night possibly due to high humidity which hindered pollutants to easily escape. However, these cases reduced drastically in stratum two. Conclusions: Unsanitary dumpsites in LMICs including Zambia are commonly used as solid waste disposal facilities as opposed to sanitary landfills and become predisposing factors for spread of diseases. Short proximities to dumpsites by unplanned human settlements cause serious environmental challenges leading to public health risks to surrounding communities. Key Words: Chunga Dumpsite, Health Effects, Waste Management, Lusaka.

scholarly journals Assessment of Solid Waste Disposal in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, Nigeria

2018 ◽  
pp. 1-14 ◽  
Author(s):  
H. O. Stanley ◽  
C. S. Orakwuemma ◽  
B. O. Onumajuru ◽  
A. S. Opukeme ◽  
L. O. Onaghise
Keyword(s):  
Solid Waste ◽  
Waste Disposal ◽  
Sampling Method ◽  
Management Practices ◽  
Cluster Sampling ◽  
Waste Collection ◽  
Solid Waste Disposal ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Rapid Urbanization ◽  
The City

The problem of municipal waste is a challenge of global proportion occasioned by exponentially increasing population, rapid urbanization, industrialization, inefficient utilization of natural resources, lack of citizen awareness regarding the environmentally adequate disposal of waste, consumption, socioeconomic status (lifestyle), and others. This study aimed to assess solid waste disposal practices in Yenagoa metropolis, Bayelsa State, Nigeria. The study adopted a descriptive and cross-sectional approach where multi-stage sampling was applied to select the sample communities by a simple random sampling method and the cluster areas for data collection by a cluster sampling method. The study revealed that the residents had a good awareness of 229 (95.4%) of waste management practices. About 86.7% of respondents keep their wastes in the bin while 6.3%, 5.0% and 2.1% practiced burning, throwing into the river or along the roads and keeping in the backyard respectively. Waste collection by the sanitation authority was relatively high (70.4%) in some locations in comparison to areas where wastes were never removed (22.1%). The residents’ attitude towards solid waste disposal was generally good. However, the sanitation level was strongly constrained by limitations on the part of the sanitation authority. The sanitation authority does not cover all areas in the city because of manpower and equipment shortage. Yenagoa is a small city with most areas unplanned and having so many shanties. All wastes in the city are collected without sorting or recycling. The sanitation can be improved if the government would provide at subsidized cost, waste disposal materials such as polythene bags and plastic bins for the residents. More waste collection points should be sited to ease disposal and must be evacuated on a timely basis.

scholarly journals KAP study of solid waste disposal of households in Kuttar & Manjanadi Panchayath covered under gramaskhema programme of K.S. Hegde Medical Academy

2015 ◽  
Vol 05 (03) ◽  
pp. 029-035
Author(s):  
K. G. Kiran ◽  
Sanjay Kini ◽  
Ravi K. ◽  
Santhosh N. P. ◽  
N. Udaya Kiran
Keyword(s):  
Solid Waste ◽  
Waste Disposal ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Household Waste ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Solid Waste Disposal ◽  
Key Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Kap Study ◽  
Medical Academy

AbstractAn important problem faced by many societies across the world is unhealthy disposal of solid wastes. Knowledge, attitude, practices of people plays a crucial role as their view point is extremely vital in providing solutions to future environmental problems. A cross sectional study was conducted among the households of Kuttar and Manjanadi villages and a sample of 120 households were studied. Majority had a good knowledge about the ill effects of improper solid waste disposal and that 82.5% said collectively that it causes disease, unpleasant odour, unpleasant site and rodent nuisance. Majority of them had a positive attitude towards solid waste disposal and 98.3% felt that improper solid waste removal and disposal effects environment. Regarding household waste disposal practice it was found to be unsatisfactory as 78 households disposed of household wastes by just throwing away outside the house. Strict surveillance, supervision and timely removal for disposal of solid waste by management are the key factors in reducing environmental hazards.

scholarly journals Public health implication of solid waste generated by households in Bekwarra Local Government area

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (3) ◽  
pp. 1467-1473
Author(s):  
Donald I Kwun Omang ◽  
Godwin Egbe John ◽  
Simon Alain Inah ◽  
Jude Owan Bisong
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Local Government ◽  
Solid Waste ◽  
Waste Disposal ◽  
Health Hazard ◽  
Local Government Area ◽  
Solid Waste Disposal ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Public Health Implication ◽  
Health Implication

Background: This study was conducted in Bekwarra Local Government Area of Cross River State, Nigeria, to determine the public health implication of solid waste generated by households. Methods: A cross sectional descriptive design was employed, using a semi-structured questionnaire together with an obser- vation checklist to elicit information from the respondents. Proportionate sampling was used to select 400 respondents of 18 years and above for the study area. Data collected were analysed using the Microsoft Excel 2007 and Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) software version 20. Results: Respondents knowledge concerning solid waste disposal was assessed and the results showed that majority of the respondents 193 (63.7%) had high level of knowledge of solid waste disposal, while 170 (42.5%) had average level of knowl- edge of solid waste disposal. Wastes produced by households in the study include vegetables (95.5%), ash (94%), clothing/ rag (94.2%), wood (95%), and animal waste (86.2%) had the highest abundance. Diseases associated with these wastes pro- duced by households include cholera (18.2%), malaria (47.2%), lassa fever (10.7%) and diarrhea (23.9%) with malaria been the most prevalence infection. Conclusion: The result shows solid waste posed a serious health hazard and lead to the spread of infectious diseases. These issues can be addressed through health education and enlightenment of the people on waste disposal. Keywords: Municipal waste; public health; infection; health hazard; environmental pollution.

Ecological-geochemical assessment of the territories for the municipal solid waste disposal

2018 ◽  
Vol 19 (1(19)) ◽  
pp. 22-26
Author(s):  
O.T. Azimov ◽  
◽  
I.V. Kuraeva ◽  
Yu.Yu. Voytyuk ◽  
A.I. Samchyk ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Municipal Solid Waste ◽  
Solid Waste ◽  
Waste Disposal ◽  
Solid Waste Disposal ◽  
Geochemical Assessment

ANALYTICAL MODEL FOR ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT OF SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL FROM ELECTRICITY GENERATION

2002 ◽  
Vol 4 (1-2) ◽  
pp. 26
Author(s):  
Paulo Fernando Lavalle Heilbron Filho ◽  
Jesus Salvador Perez Guerrero ◽  
Elizabeth May Pontedeiro ◽  
Nerbe J. Ruperti, Jr. ◽  
Renato M. Cotta
Keyword(s):  
Environmental Impact ◽  
Solid Waste ◽  
Analytical Model ◽  
Waste Disposal ◽  
Electricity Generation ◽  
Solid Waste Disposal

THE EFFECT OF FLY ASH IN GEOPOLYMER CONCRETE POLES – A THRIVING SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL MEASURE FOR ECO-FRIENDLY ENVIRONMENT

2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 7
Author(s):  
R. THENMOZHI ◽  
VADIVEL T.SENTHIL ◽  
S. MUTHURAMALINGAM ◽  
V. PADMAPRIYA ◽  
◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Fly Ash ◽  
Solid Waste ◽  
Waste Disposal ◽  
Geopolymer Concrete ◽  
Solid Waste Disposal

scholarly journals Production Theory and Community Services Planning: Application to Solid Waste Disposal

1974 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 25-31
Author(s):  
Marlys Knutson ◽  
Michael Boehlje ◽  
Dean Schreiner
Keyword(s):  
Solid Waste ◽  
Waste Disposal ◽  
Community Services ◽  
Service Planning ◽  
Alternative Methods ◽  
Solid Waste Disposal ◽  
Accurate Analysis ◽  
Transportation Services ◽  
Goods And Services ◽  
Labor Resources

A basic management responsibility in community service planning is to evaluate alternative methods of providing various public goods and services such as transportation services, sewage and solid waste disposal, and water for home and industry. These alternative methods frequently involve new or different technologies and various combinations of inputs such as capital and labor.For example, in the disposal of solid waste, the use of different sizes and types of bulldozers, compactors and cranes may lead to significantly different combinations of capital and labor resources. For accurate analysis, the quality and quantity of the service that can be provided with limited amounts of the various resources or inputs must be considered. Thus, the basic concepts that have been used in private business to allocate limited resources to obtain the desired output are equally applicable to the management and planning of community services.

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