scholarly journals Assessment of Association between Gas Flaring and Prevalence of Diseases: Delineation of Opinion from Perception

2021 ◽  
pp. 16-23
Author(s):  
Nkemdilim I. Obi ◽  
Phillip T. Bwititi ◽  
Josiah O. Adjene ◽  
Ezekiel U. Nwose
Keyword(s):  
Family Health ◽  
Health Impact ◽  
Likert Scale ◽  
Community Members ◽  
Gas Flaring ◽  
Knowledge Based ◽  
Health History ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Potential Factor ◽  
Flare Site

Background: Pollutants are released into the atmosphere by gas flaring, and these cause a range of health problems, including heart disease and respiratory disorders. This article assesses the opinion and perception of the community regarding association between gas flaring and prevalence of diseases. Methodology: This research followed a descriptive quantitative approach. Purposive survey using 2 Likert scale questionnaires was adopted, and the first questionnaire collected data on distance to gas flare site, health status and family health history, amongst others. The second collected data on perception and knowledge-based opinions regarding association and correlation. Summated Likert scale were collated and descriptive and correlation analysis between distance to gas flare site and number of diseases in respondents and their families were done. Results: In this purposive survey, there is no correlation between nearness to gas flare and prevalence of diseases. There appears no difference in communities proximal to flare sites compared to non-host communities farther from site. Multivariate analysis further shows that no statistically significant difference between groups, except in comparison of perceptions. Conclusion: This investigation shows a variation from previous observation in this series i.e. that distance to gas flare site is a potential factor influencing community members’ perception about their health impact, but the surveyed opinion of healthcare workers differs. This implies that nearness to gas flare sites mediate perception of negative health impact and this calls for further research to delineate perception from knowledge-based opinion.

scholarly journals Impact of gas flaring in Ubeji metropolis of Delta State Nigeria: a comparative survey of environment health effects

2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (10) ◽  
pp. 283
Author(s):  
Omatseye Alero Akuirene ◽  
Josiah O. Adjene ◽  
Nkemdilim I. Obi ◽  
Ezekiel Uba Nwose
Keyword(s):  
Air Quality ◽  
Critical Evaluation ◽  
Health Impact ◽  
Respiratory Problems ◽  
Gas Flaring ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Directional Change ◽  
Evaluation Of Data ◽  
Toxicity Indices ◽  
The Impact

<p class="abstract"><strong>Background:</strong> The impact of gas flaring in Ubeji metropolis, relative to other communities of Delta is of interest. This study assessed the environmental impact of gas flaring in Ubeji metropolis of Delta State. The objective of this study is to study the comparative assessment of the environmental impacts of gas flaring on five communities of unequal distance from gas flaring site.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Methods:</strong> Questionnaire survey was used to evaluate three research questions that included the level of knowledge in the survey communities regarding health impact of gas flaring; prevalence level of assessed health conditions in Ubeji metropolis relative to communities farther from or nearer to Warri gas flaring site; and perceived impact of gas flaring on air quality indicated by health and environmental toxicity indices.  </p><p class="abstract"><strong>Results:</strong> Descriptive evaluation of data shows Ubeji appears to have the highest proportion of persons suffering respiratory problems, but the figure for family members is less than some other communities. The respondents nearer flaring site show more awareness compared to those farther away. Critical evaluation showed no directional change in prevalence of disease linked to gas flaring. There is linear relationship between ‘distance to gas flare site’ and ‘toxic impact on air quality’.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Conclusions:</strong> This report submits further data to the discourse that, on the basis of nearness to gas flaring site, there is significant difference between communities experience of environmental and health impact.</p><p> </p>

scholarly journals Comparison of Environmental and Occupational Health in Gas Flare Host Communities and those Farther from Gas Flare Sites

2021 ◽  
pp. 34-41
Author(s):  
Nkemdilim I. Obi ◽  
Phillip T. Bwititi ◽  
Ezekiel U. Nwose
Keyword(s):  
Health Status ◽  
Community Health ◽  
Family Health ◽  
Family Health History ◽  
Respiratory Problems ◽  
Gas Flaring ◽  
Community Needs ◽  
Health History ◽  
Background Gas ◽  
The Impact

Background: Gas flaring occurs during crude oil extraction and can have adverse implications for the community’ health and the environment. Reports show that residents complain about ill-health e.g. insomnia due to heat generated during gas flaring. This article therefore compares the impact on health in gas flaring host and non-gas flaring host communities. Methodology: This research followed a mixed method approach of quantitative and qualitative analysis. Six questions were asked on occupation, residence, distance from the gas flare, social status in community, health status and family health history. Two questions assessed health status as well as family health history of participants and were semi-qualitative. All questions were adopted from a previously published report. Comparison of environmental and occupational data between host and neighbouring communities was done. Outcome: Nearness of residence to gas flare sites show increased frequency in the number of ill health issues in respondents and their families. The impact of gas flaring i.e. ill health is high in those near to the site and diabetes is more prevalent amongst other ill-health conditions surveyed. Multiple comparisons show that the group farthest from gas flare site have significantly least proportion of members who are stressed or suffering respiratory problems. Conclusion: Impact on health or wellbeing among members of gas flaring host communities are more severe when compared to those far. Government policies need to mitigate the adverse effects of gas flaring and the community needs to be educated on the impacts of gas flaring and how this can be minimised.

Assessment of Demographic Differences Regarding Customer Value in Life Insurance Corporation

2015 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Amit Sharma ◽  
Bodh Raj Sharma
Keyword(s):  
Life Insurance ◽  
Customer Value ◽  
Likert Scale ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Demographic Differences ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Quota Sampling

Aim of this paper is to assess the empirically demographic differences among the customers regarding customer value in Life Insurance Corporation. It is a fact that life insurance players in J&K have realized that their business advantage depends on customer value. The study is based upon the primary data obtained from customers of LIC belonging to various districts of J&K through quota sampling. A questionnaire was framed containing items of demographics and statements measuring customer value based upon seven point Likert scale. The findings indicate that the demographic variables viz., age, qualification, occupation wise, there is no significant difference regarding customer value in the perception of customers of LIC. However, district wise respondents do differ in their opinion regarding customer value in Life Insurance Corporation.

scholarly journals Conversational systems for family health history collection for geriatric population

2019 ◽  
Vol 63 (1) ◽  
pp. 47-48
Author(s):  
Amal Ponathil ◽  
Necmettin Firat Ozkan ◽  
Jeffrey Bertrand ◽  
Brandon Welch ◽  
Kapil Chalil Madathil
Keyword(s):  
Family Health ◽  
Family Health History ◽  
Geriatric Population ◽  
Health History

scholarly journals Comparing Electronic Health Record Portals to Obtain Patient-Entered Family Health History in Primary Care

2013 ◽  
Vol 28 (12) ◽  
pp. 1558-1564 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael F. Murray ◽  
Monica A. Giovanni ◽  
Elissa Klinger ◽  
Elise George ◽  
Lucas Marinacci ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Primary Care ◽  
Electronic Health Record ◽  
Family Health ◽  
Family Health History ◽  
Health Record ◽  
Health History ◽  
Electronic Health

scholarly journals Family Health Strategies: Profile/quality of life of people with diabetes

2018 ◽  
Vol 71 (6) ◽  
pp. 2899-2906 ◽  
Author(s):  
Claudete Moreschi ◽  
Claudete Rempel ◽  
Daiana Foggiato de Siqueira ◽  
Dirce Stein Backes ◽  
Luis Felipe Pissaia ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Women Elderly ◽  
Family Income ◽  
Family Health ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Care Process ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Epidemiological Profile

ABSTRACT Objective: To evaluate the quality of life and to analyze the epidemiological profile of people with diabetes treated in Family Health Strategies. Method: A cross-sectional study carried out with 350 people with diabetes. Results: Most people with diabetes are women, elderly, married, white, with low educational level, retired/pensioners, family income of up to two minimum wages. As the time of people with the disease increases, their quality of life decreases. People with complications from diabetes have a lower quality of life, with a statistically significant difference. Conclusion: Knowledge of the sociodemographic characteristics, clinical evaluation and quality of life of people with diabetes can improve the care process provided to this population.

scholarly journals Use of Team-Based Learning Pedagogy to Prepare for a Pharmacy School Accreditation Self-Study

Pharmacy ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 148
Author(s):  
Ruth Vinall ◽  
Ashim Malhotra ◽  
Jose Puglisi
Keyword(s):  
Subgroup Analysis ◽  
Exploratory Study ◽  
Likert Scale ◽  
The Self ◽  
Classroom Setting ◽  
Participant Engagement ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Self Study ◽  
Team Based Learning ◽  
School Accreditation

Ensuring adequate engagement and preparation of all stakeholders in an accreditation self-study can be challenging for many reasons, including lack of motivation and inadequate understanding of expectations and procedures. The goal of this exploratory study was to determine whether using team-based learning (TBL) pedagogy to deliver an accreditation preparation workshop could effectively prepare and engage participants. A Likert-scale questionnaire was administered to workshop attendees (n = 52) to determine whether they found TBL-based training helpful and whether it promoted engagement. Twenty-four attendees completed the survey (46%). More than 80% of participants strongly agreed or agreed with 12 statements relating to perceptions of self and participant engagement within team activities and the usefulness of team activities. More than 65% of participants strongly agreed or agreed with statements relating to the helpfulness of the TBL approach in preparing for the self-study (five questions). Subgroup analysis showed no significant difference in responses based on whether on not participants had previously been involved in an accreditation self study. Our data indicate that a TBL approach can be an effective way to engage and prepare stakeholders for an accreditation self-study, and that TBL pedagogy has utility outside of the classroom setting.

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