DEPARTMENT OFHUMAN KINETICS AND SPORTS SCIENCE

This study was conducted to investigate the influence of waste management on the health of the people of Ekosodin community Benin City Edo state. It focused on the present condition of waste management. Twenty-four (24) research question were formulated survey research design was used; The questionnaire was adopted as instrument for data collection. The reliability of the instrument was gotten using the persons product moment correlation and a coefficient of 0.82 was obtained. In the data collection and analysis it was discovered that most respondents are aware of waste management practices, they are also aware of the various health implications of improper waste management. Waste segregation practices should be encourage at the point where
source of waste are being generated, because segregation of waste will contribute to better management of the total waste mass.

The study delves into the perception, practices, and effects of drug abuse among undergraduate athletes at the Institute of Health Technology, University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH), Benin City, Nigeria. It highlights the significant issue of drug abuse in sports, especially among undergraduate athletes, exploring its various dimensions including its causes, prevalence, and impacts on athletes’ careers. The research aims to assess athletes' attitudes towards the repercussions of drug abuse, identify prevalent practices, understand the influencing factors, and propose measures for prevention and control. Employing a descriptive research design, the study utilized structured questionnaires for data collection from a calculated sample size of 51 athletes, based on Taro Yamane’s formula. The data analysis involved both descriptive and inferential statistics, incorporating the Student T-test. Results indicated a general awareness among athletes of the detrimental effects of drug abuse on their careers. It also revealed the existence of drug abuse practices, driven by societal pressures, peer influences, and media portrayal of ideal body standards. However, current efforts to address and combat drug abuse proved insufficient. In
conclusion, the study underscores that drug abuse is a pervasive issue among undergraduate athletes, influenced by various factors. Recommendations for tackling this issue include enhancing educational programs, providing counseling services, ensuring professional guidance, initiating awareness campaigns, and enforcing stricter control on drug sales. the study suggests further exploration in areas like longitudinal effects, comparative studies, psychological aspects, and the influence of social media on drug abuse perceptions and behaviors among athletes.