The Prevalance of Soil Transmitted Helminths Among Undergraduate Students
Student: Iyanuoluwa Micheal Fase (Project, 2025)
Department of Microbiology
Bamidele Olumilua University of Edu. Science and Tech. Ikere Ekiti, Ekiti State
Abstract
Soil-transmitted helminths (STHs) represent a major public health issue, particularly among young adults, where they can lead to malnutrition, anemia, and impaired cognitive development, ultimately affecting academic performance and overall health. This study aims to assess the prevalence of STH infections among university undergraduates. A cross-sectional survey was conducted with 115 students, selected through multi-stage sampling. Stool samples were collected and analyzed for STH eggs using microscopy. In addition, questionnaires were used to gather data on demographics, hygiene practices, and knowledge of STH prevention.
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- HASSAN USMAN KATSINA POLYTECHNIC (NCE), KATSINA, KATSINA STATE 4
- Hassan Usman Katsina Polytechnic, Katsina, Katsina State 5
- Heritage Polytechnic, Ikot Udota, Akwa Ibom State 46
- Hussaini Adamu Federal Polytechnic, Kazaure, Jigawa State 8
- Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai, Niger State 24
- Igbinedion University, Okada, Benin City, Edo State 2
- Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Port Harcourt, Rivers State 8
- Imo State Polytechnic, Umuagwo, Owerri, Imo State 3
- Imo State University, Owerri, Imo State 45
- Institute of Management and Technology, Enugu, Enugu State 11