Assessment of Malaria Parasitaemia among the Residents of Abuja Municipal Area  Council (AMAC), FCT, Abuja, Nigeria

Okoroiwu, Gideon I. A.

doi:10.4314/jasem.v25i5.15

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“…It showed that the degree of anemia varies in children varied depending on the mother’s job level and the parents’ educational background. 18 …”

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The association between the severity of anemia and socio-demographic factors among children under five years of age in Kut City

Al Kaabi,

Al-Saad,

Al-Rubaye

et al. 2023

J. Public Health Afr.

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Background. Anemia is a public health issue that affects both industrialized and developing nations. Childhood anemia has severe consequences, including reduced growth, poor motor and cognitive development, and increased death and morbidity. Objective. This study aims to determine sociodemographic factors associated with the severity of anemia among under-five children in Kut City. Methods. A cross-sectional study with a convenience sample (non-probability) was conducted among 264 children admitted to hospitals in Kut City, from September 1st, 2022, to March 1st, 2023. Data were collected via questionnaires, and descriptive and inferential statistics were used to evaluate the data. Results. The total number of children participating in the study was 264, with 39.0% having mild anemia and 60.0% having moderate anemia, according to the World Health Organization classification of anemia. The results showed that the children most at risk of developing anemia were within 4 years of age and had a lower mean hemoglobin level than the rest of the age groups of the children participating in the study, compared to the mean + standard deviation (SD) (9.46+0.99). Boys are more affected than girls, and those who reside in rural areas have lower HB percentages with a mean+SD of (9.21+0.93). Unemployed mothers who read and write had the lowest HB percentage. In contrast, parents with primary education and government jobs have the lowest percentage of HB. Children of married mothers are more affected by anemia. Families with high overcrowding showed the lowest rate of HB. They experienced low socioeconomic status as a result. The degree of anemia was significantly correlated with the child's age, residence, mother's educational level, father's job, and socioeconomic position. Conclusion. This study concludes a significant association between the severity of anemia and sociodemographic factors, both unmodifiable (age) and modifiable (residence, mothers’ education, fathers’ jobs, and economic and social status). Children with modifiable risk factors need to have their anemia risk constantly evaluated.

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“…It showed that the degree of anemia varies in children varied depending on the mother’s job level and the parents’ educational background. 18 …”

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confidence: 99%

The association between the severity of anemia and socio-demographic factors among children under five years of age in Kut City

Al Kaabi,

Al-Saad,

Al-Rubaye

et al. 2023

J. Public Health Afr.

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Entomological Collections and Identifications of Mosquito Faunas in Selected Area Councils of Nigeria Federal Capital Territory

Adesoye,

Oyeniyi,

Babalola

et al. 2024

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Mosquito survey and identification are foundational elements of an effective vector management plan. The present study therefore aimed to collect and identify various mosquito species in some selected Area Councils in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nigeria. Larval of various species of mosquitoes were collected and identified in difference breeding sites across selected Area councils in the FCT. The collected larvae were raised to adult stage and were further identified using morphological key. Data obtained were analysed using SPSS version 27.0 and p-value was set at 95%. Samples were collected from Abuja Municipal, Gwagwalada and Bwari area councils. The study identified Anopheles funestus, 150(9.8%), as the least mosquito species collected and Culex quinquefasciatus, 307 (20.1) was the most abundance species in the study areas. Mosquito species co-exist in various breeding sites with Anopheles species mostly associated with temporary breeding. The study provides a baseline data concerning mosquito vector population and composition in the FCT. This information thus informs the public and vector management officials about the risks and the need to scale-up preventive measures against human-vector contact.

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Assessment of Malaria Parasitaemia among the Residents of Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), FCT, Abuja, Nigeria

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The association between the severity of anemia and socio-demographic factors among children under five years of age in Kut City

The association between the severity of anemia and socio-demographic factors among children under five years of age in Kut City

Entomological Collections and Identifications of Mosquito Faunas in Selected Area Councils of Nigeria Federal Capital Territory

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