Cervical cancer: Knowledge of Risk Factors and Practice of Preventive Measures among Female Primary School Teachers in Urban Anambra State, Nigeria

2015 ◽  
Vol 5 (3) ◽  
pp. 14
Author(s):  
Prosper Adogu ◽  
Ifeoma Njelita ◽  
Uzoamaka Chimah ◽  
Christian Ibeh ◽  
Echendu Adinma ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Cervical Cancer ◽  
Primary School ◽  
Preventive Measures ◽  
Cancer Knowledge ◽  
School Teachers ◽  
Primary School Teachers ◽  
Anambra State

‘I think one of the ways they will help is to create awareness’: primary school teachers’ perceptions of cardiovascular diseases in Nigeria

2019 ◽  
Vol 27 (4) ◽  
pp. 24-31
Author(s):  
Kingsley Udeh ◽  
Candidus Nwakasi ◽  
John Fulton
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Cardiovascular Diseases ◽  
Primary School ◽  
Cardiovascular Health ◽  
Communicable Diseases ◽  
Health Concern ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
School Teachers ◽  
Primary School Teachers ◽  
Non Communicable Diseases

The increasing incidence and prevalence of non-communicable diseases is a major global health concern. Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) account for the highest percentage of deaths related to non-communicable diseases, and low and middle-income countries (LMIC) face the highest burden of CVDs. Understanding the knowledge and perception of CVDs and their risk factors in an LMIC such as Nigeria may play an important role in cardiovascular health promotion and improvement plans to reduce CVD-related deaths. A qualitative study was conducted using semi-structured interviews to gain an in-depth understanding of some personal and sociocultural views on CVDs and their risk factors. The participants were purposively sampled primary school teachers in South-Eastern Nigeria. Thematic analysis approach was used for data analysis. The study findings include knowledge of heart disease, perceived causes and risk factors of CVDs, spirituality, and the way forward. Overall, the knowledge of CVDs in the setting was found to be related to the psychosocial nature of the participants; the effectiveness of any intervention needs to take these factors into consideration. For example, health policies for CVD health education and awareness should be tailored to address some of the issues of belief, values, and religion, as mentioned in the study.

scholarly journals Impact of health education on preventive measures of Rabies among primary school teachers in Mandalay, Myanmar

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 1558
Author(s):  
Ei Ei Phyo Aung ◽  
Nang Mie Mie Htun ◽  
Pa Pa Soe
Keyword(s):  
Health Education ◽  
Primary School ◽  
Educational Intervention ◽  
Preventive Measures ◽  
Major Public Health Problem ◽  
Primary School Students ◽  
School Teachers ◽  
School Students ◽  
Primary School Teachers ◽  
Post Test

Background: Rabies is an exceptionally fatal zoonotic disease and major public health problem in developing countries. Health knowledge of preventive measures of rabies among primary school teachers is paramount to cultivate their students and create a secure and safe environment since primary school students are the most vulnerable group. The study aimed to assess the effect of health education on knowledge of preventive measures of rabies among primary school teachers.Methods: A pre and post-test intervention study was conducted among randomly selected 64 primary school teachers from 7 Townships in Mandalay from July to October, 2020. An educational intervention was conducted by contributing 4 sheets of pamphlets and appearing 5 minutes education video record and reassessment was done one month later.Results: The mean knowledge scores before and after intervention were 40.59±4.85 and 47.75±4.02 showing statistically significant improvement (p<0.001). Mean of the improvement percentage was 19.38±5.06. Out of 64 participants, 37.5% had good knowledge in pre-test which improved to 95.3% in post-test (p<0.05). Although, age, marital status, having children and having stray dogs near school compound were adjusted in multiple linear regression, there was no statistical significance association with improvement percentage.Conclusions: There is improvement of knowledge status, which is not influenced by sociodemographic factors, following educational intervention. This highlights the need of continuing medical education for preventive measures of rabies for both primary school teachers and primary school students.

scholarly journals Teachers’ Awareness of the Existence and the Use of Technology to Promote Children’s Literacy Instruction

2011 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ngozi Obidike ◽  
Ngozi Anyikwa ◽  
Joy O Enemou
Keyword(s):  
Primary School ◽  
Literacy Instruction ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
School Teachers ◽  
Primary School Teachers ◽  
Anambra State ◽  
Government Education ◽  
Children's Literacy

This paper examined the awareness of teachers of nursery and primary schools on the existence of the technological resources that could be used to support children's literacy instruction, as well as the use of such technological resources for enriching children's literacy instruction. The study was carried out in Awka Local Government Education Zone in Anambra State, Nigeria. Two (2) research questions guided the study. Five (500) nursery and primary school teachers were selected as the sample for the study using simple random sampling technique. Questionnaire was the instrument used for data collection which was analyzed using mean scores. The findings, among others, were that both the nursery and primary school teachers are able to identify the technological tools that could be used to enhance literacy instruction in children but are not aware of how such resources could be used. Suggestions for improvement were provided. 

scholarly journals Burnout Among Primary School Teachers in the Wazzane Region in Morocco: Prevalence and Risk Factors

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (6) ◽  
pp. 636-641
Author(s):  
Abdeslam Amri ◽  
Zakaria Abidli ◽  
Mounir Bouzaaboul ◽  
Rabea Ziri ◽  
Ahmed Omar Touhami Ahami
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Primary School ◽  
School Teachers ◽  
Primary School Teachers

scholarly journals The Prevalence and Associated Risk Factors of Shoulder Injuries in Primary School Teachers, Durban, South Africa

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (7) ◽  
pp. 64
Author(s):  
Zingisa Z Nyawose ◽  
Rowena Naidoo
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
South Africa ◽  
Primary School ◽  
Management Strategies ◽  
Teaching Profession ◽  
Shoulder Injuries ◽  
School Teachers ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Primary School Teachers ◽  
Associated Risk Factors

BACKGROUND: Shoulder injuries are among the most common musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) that can present in teachers, due to the nature of the teaching profession. OBJECTIVE: To determine the prevalence and associated risk factors of shoulder MSD in primary school teachers, Durban, South Africa. METHODS: A cross-sectional study was conducted on 203 school teachers. A questionnaire to determine the prevalence of shoulder injuries and other common injuries experienced was completed. Descriptive statistics and chi-square and binomial tests were used to analyse the results. RESULTS: The prevalence of shoulder injuries among school teachers was 53.7%, which was significantly higher than neck injuries (p=.037). Participants who had had a previous injury to the shoulder were more likely to have experienced shoulder problems at work (p = .006). A significant 76.1% had not injured their shoulder in any way (p &lt;.0005). Additionally, the shoulder problems prevented a significant 77% of the participants from performing their normal work for up to seven days during the previous 12 months (p&lt;.0005). CONCLUSION: Preventative and management strategies for shoulder injuries among school teachers are needed.

scholarly journals Cardiovascular Risk Factors of Working Primary School Teachers

2019 ◽  
Vol 51 (Supplement) ◽  
pp. 279
Author(s):  
Martina Uvacsek ◽  
Mate Petrekanits ◽  
Lilla Török ◽  
Judit Boda-Ujlaky
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Cardiovascular Risk ◽  
Primary School ◽  
Cardiovascular Risk Factors ◽  
School Teachers ◽  
Primary School Teachers

scholarly journals Frequency and Risk Factors of Voice Problems among Teachers

QJM ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 113 (Supplement_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
V F Fahmy ◽  
E E Elokda ◽  
M A Abdelhamid ◽  
M Momen
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Primary School ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Occupational Safety ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Study Data ◽  
School Teachers ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Primary School Teachers ◽  
School Teaching

Abstract Background Voice problems are thought to be one of the major occupational hazards of school teaching; as teachers often use their voice with high-intensity, in noisy classes, for a long time and without suitable breaks. The measurement of vocal demands and risk factors is essential for adjusting occupational safety and health services to this population’s needs. Aim of the Work To estimate the prevalence of voice problems and to identify the possible risk factors for developing voice pathology among primary school teachers. Materials and Methods A cross sectional study was carried out in 10 primary schools in Cairo, Egypt. A total of 225 primary school teachers were invited to participate in the study. Data were collected through an interview questionnaire addressing the prevalence of voice problems and potential risk factors. Descriptive analysis and chi-square test were used to measure the relationship between voice problems and associated risk factors. Results The frequency of voice problems among teachers was 56.4% at any point of time throughout their career. The teachers reporting voice problems were compared with those without problems. Gender was significantly associated with the development of voice problems among teachers. Conclusion A high frequency of self-reported voice problems was found among the studied teachers which indicates that school teaching is a high-risk profession for occurrence of voice problems.

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