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Journal
Journal of Environmental Systems
ISSN
0047-2433 (print) 1541-3802 (electronic)
Volume
31
Issue
2
Date
1/1/2004

Article Facts

Title
A Critical Survey of Water-Health Problems in the Tertiary Institutions of Nigeria
DOI
10.2190/ES.31.2.d
Author
R. U. Ojiegbe
Pages
169-176
Online Date
12/07/2007

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A Critical Survey of Water-Health Problems in the Tertiary Institutions of Nigeria

R. U. Ojiegbe

DOI: 10.2190/ES.31.2.d

Abstract

Water-related health problems were assessed in a survey of four prominent tertiary institutions in Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria, using hospital data on water-related diseases from 2000 to 2004. The most prevalent disease was malaria, followed by diarrhea diseases and enteric fevers. The causes were traced to inadequate water suppliers and poor waste disposal habits among the students. It was also observed that the diseases are not likely to abate until disciplined habits of waste disposal and personal hygiene are inculcated in the students. Mass orientation and mobilization toward these goals are advocated.

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