C.N. ATEDHOR

This study assesses the knowledge and attitude towards the use of eco-friendly menstrual products among female undergraduates in Benin City. Three research questions were raised to guide this study. The survey research design was adopted for this study; this is because the data was collected from a sample population with specific characteristics. The population of the study comprised 43,679 undergraduates from the University of
Benin. Out of this population, 273 students were selected as the sample, representing those who completed and returned the questionnaire. The instrument used to collect data for the study was a 15-item self-structured questionnaire. The instrument for the data collection was personally administered by the researcher to the respondents. The findings of this study concluded that female undergraduates at the University of Benin
have a good understanding of eco-friendly menstrual products and hold generally positive attitudes toward their use. However, these positive dispositions alone do not guarantee widespread adoption, as barriers such as limited availability, high cost, fear of infection, and socio-cultural norms hinder practical use. The study recommends that the university of Benin and relevant student bodies should promote awareness campaigns on eco-friendly menstrual products, highlighting proper usage, safety, hygiene, and environmental benefits. The study also recommends that efforts should be made to increase accessibility and affordability of eco-friendly menstrual products on campus through subsidized sales, partnerships with vendors, and student-led initiatives.

This study assessed the perception and effectiveness of sex education among secondary school students in Egor Local Government Area. The study adopted the descriptive survey research design. The population of the study consists of four thousand five hundred and sixty SSI to SSIII students in the Senior Secondary Schools in Egor Local Government Area. The multistage sampling technique was employed to select 154 students from 5 schools in Egor Local Government Area. The research instrument used in the study was a four point likert scale and a dichotomous questionnaire developed by the researcher. The instrument was validated by the researcher's supervisor, the reliability of the instrument was determined by using the test-retest method, and the reliability coefficient of 0.76wasobtained. The questionnaire was administered and retrieved by the researcher; out of the 154 administered questionnaire only 130 were valid and complete for the analysis. The data collected was collated and analyzed using descriptive statistics. The findings of the study revealed that there is a high perception of sex education among secondary school students. Students have high level of awareness of the benefits of sex education and there is a high level of effectiveness of sex education in secondary schools Based on the findings, the following recommendations were made: Schools should continue to integrate comprehensive sex education into their curricula, ensuring that it covers all necessary topics to further enhance students' understanding and awareness, regular training and workshops for teachers on delivering sex education effectively should be conducted, focusing on up-to-date information and teaching methodologies and parents should be encouraged to participate in sex education programs and discussions to reinforce the information provided at school and to create a supportive environment at home.

This study assessed perception and effectiveness of sex education among secondary school students in Egor Local Government Area. The study adopted the descriptive survey research design. The population of the study consists of four thousand five hundred and sixty SSI to SSIII students in the Senior Secondary Schools in Egor Local Government Area. The multistage sampling technique was employed to select 154 students from 5 schools in Egor Local Government Area. The research instrument used in the study was a four point likert scale and dichotomous questionnaire developed by the researcher, the instrument was validated by the researchers supervisor, the reliability of the instrument was determined by using the test re-test method and the reliability coefficient of 0.76 was obtained. The questionnaire was administered and retrieved by the researcher, out of the 154 administered questionnaire only 130 were valid and complete for the analysis, the data collected was collated and analyzed using descriptive statistics. The findings of the study revealed that ; there is a high perception of sex education among secondary school students. Students have high level of awareness of the benefits of sex education and there is a high level of effectiveness of sex education in secondary schools Based on the findings, the following recommendations were made: Schools continue to integrate comprehensive sex education into their curricula, ensuring that it covers all necessary topics to further enhance students' understanding and awareness, regular training and workshops for teachers on delivering sex education effectively should be conducted, focusing on up-to-date information and teaching methodologies and parents should be encouraged to participate in sex education programs and discussions to reinforce the information provided at school and to create a supportive environment at home.

This study was undertaken to determine the knowledge of practice and dangers of self-medication among undergraduates of University of Benin". This study adopted the descriptive survey research design. The population of the studycomprised of the entire forty-one thousand, one hundred and ninety six (41,196)undergraduates of the University of Benin, while the sample population used were451respondents. The instrument used is a questionnaire validated by the project supervisorand two other experts in the department of Health, Safety and Environmental Educationin the University of Benin. The Pearson Product Moment correlation was usedtoestablish the reliability of the instrument. Three research questions were raisedfor thepurpose of the study. The findings revealed that the practice of Self-medication among undergraduatesofUniversity of Benin is high. The dangers of self-medication as perceivedbyundergraduates of University of Benin includes; negative drug interaction, incorrect diagnosis, incorrect treatment of ailments and antibiotic resistance. UndergraduatesofUniversity of Benin engage in self-medication because of lack of awareness about drugadministration, difficulty in accessing healthcare facilities, ease of obtaining over thecounter drugs, financial constraints and time constraints. From the research findings, thefollowing recommendations were made; students should seek advice froma healthcareprofessional in cases of serious or persistent symptoms to ensure accurate diagnosis andappropriate treatment, organizing health education programs within the school will raiseawareness about the risks associated with self-medication and promote responsiblehealthcare practices and the school should invest in healthcare infrastructures as this will improve accessibility and quality of healthcare services.

This study was undertaken to determine the knowledge of practice and dangers of self-medication among undergraduates of University of Benin". This study adopted the descriptive survey research design. The population of the studycomprised of the entire forty-one thousand, one hundred and ninety six (41,196)undergraduates of the University of Benin, while the sample population used were451respondents. The instrument used is a questionnaire validated by the project supervisorand two other experts in the department of Health, Safety and Environmental Educationin the University of Benin. The Pearson Product Moment correlation was usedtoestablish the reliability of the instrument. Three research questions were raisedfor thepurpose of the study. The findings revealed that the practice of Self-medication among undergraduatesofUniversity of Benin is high. The dangers of self-medication as perceivedbyundergraduates of University of Benin includes; negative drug interaction, incorrect diagnosis, incorrect treatment of ailments and antibiotic resistance. UndergraduatesofUniversity of Benin engage in self-medication because of lack of awareness about drugadministration, difficulty in accessing healthcare facilities, ease of obtaining over thecounter drugs, financial constraints and time constraints. From the research findings, thefollowing recommendations were made; students should seek advice froma healthcareprofessional in cases of serious or persistent symptoms to ensure accurate diagnosis andappropriate treatment, organizing health education programs within the school will raiseawareness about the risks associated with self-medication and promote responsiblehealthcare practices and the school should invest in healthcare infrastructures as this will improve accessibility and quality of healthcare services