Publications by authors named "C N Mbadiwe"
Background: Over the years efforts has been made through public health education to change the knowledge, attitude and practice of epilepsy and seizures among the populace in Nigeria. One surrogate method of reviewing the impact of these educational interventions includes changes in treatment-seeking behavior of People Living With Epilepsy and the reasons for their choices of treatment.
Methods: This was a cross-sectional descriptive study.
Article Synopsis
- * The study found that awareness of hypertension was alarmingly low at only 7.2%, and prevalence increased with age, especially among men.
- * With many participants experiencing mild hypertension, there is a crucial opportunity for public health initiatives focused on increasing awareness and preventing complications related to high blood pressure in rural areas.
Objective: This study describes the opinions and behaviors of chiropractic patients in a large, western Canadian urban center regarding the sale of health products by doctors of chiropractic.
Methods: A brief, descriptive survey consisting of both fixed-choice and open-ended questions was distributed by clinic reception staff at 4 chiropractic offices in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Each practice sold a range of health products, including those relating to musculoskeletal care and nutrition, and served between 275 and 320 clients per week.