Publications by authors named "F T Akinsolu"
Background: Despite assumptions that insurance coverage would boost oral healthcare utilization in Nigeria, there is insufficient evidence supporting this claim. This study investigates the associations between residential location, awareness of the oral health insurance scheme, history of dental service utilization, and acceptance of oral health insurance among individuals benefiting from the Ilera Eko Scheme; a scheme that integrates preventive and curative oral health care into the state health insurance scheme.
Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted from July to November 2023 recruiting from a database of 1520 enrollees aged of 18 and 72-years-old who had been on the scheme for at least three months.
Introduction: Substance use is a growing public health concern in West Africa, contributing to significant morbidity, mortality, and socioeconomic challenges. Despite the increasing prevalence, comprehensive data on the patterns and factors influencing substance use in the region remain limited. This systematic review and meta-analysis aim to synthesize existing research on the prevalence and patterns of substance use in West Africa, providing critical insights for developing targeted interventions and policies.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFArticle Synopsis
- This systematic review and meta-analysis examined the relationship between sugar intake and dental caries in Nigeria, as there were no existing national data on this issue.
- A thorough search in various scientific databases yielded 14 relevant studies, predominantly from Southwest Nigeria, assessing factors like sugar consumption frequency and dental health in both children and adults.
- Results indicated that while sugar intake seemed to slightly increase caries risk (18% higher odds), this association lacked statistical significance, suggesting further research is needed to clarify the link between sugar and dental health in the Nigerian population.
Article Synopsis
- The study reviews research on orofacial clefts (OFCs) and nutrition-related issues among children in African countries, highlighting a significant burden of malnutrition in regions like North Africa.
- A total of 25 relevant studies were analyzed, predominantly from Nigeria, South Africa, Ghana, and Uganda, focusing mainly on feeding difficulties in children with OFCs and the malnutrition caused by these conditions.
- The research indicates a lack of funding and limited international collaboration, with most studies conducted in hospital settings and primarily using clinical examinations and questionnaires to gather data.