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Adebusoye LA, Olowookere OO, Cadmus EO. Training of Doctors at the Geriatric Centre, University College Hospital, Ibadan, Nigeria. West Afr J Med 2023; 40:877-882. [PMID: 37639619] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND The population of older people is increasing exponentially and geriatric care is just evolving in Nigeria. There is a shortage of training opportunities for doctors in Nigeria to care for older people. METHODS This was an account of the conceptualisation, structure, and outcomes of the annual two-week basic certificate course in geriatric medicine for doctors at the University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan, Nigeria, between 2016 and 2022. RESULTS In all, 204 doctors were trained. Their mean age was 40.1 ± 8.5 years, and 105 (51.5%) were females. Majority (80%) worked in public hospitals, especially in the tertiary health sector (62.2%). Annual participation increased from 26 participants in 2016 to 39 participants in 2022. Knowledge acquisition was the main reason for attending the course (56.7%). There were 42 didactic lectures and ten clinical/practical sessions. On average, participants' self-rating in caring for older persons improved significantly after (80.2 ± 12.7%) than before (49.9 ± 16.4%) the course [mean difference = 30.24%, 95%CI (25.91-34.57), p<0.0001]. Similarly, the overall post-course test score in the 20 MCQs (14.08 ± 2.89) was significantly higher than the pre-course test (12.51 ± 2.01) scores [Mean difference = 1.57, 95%CI (0.45-2.69), p = 0.007]. Some participants (37.8%) had commenced special clinics for older persons in 39 institutions across Nigeria. CONCLUSION Our training programme has yielded a modest increase in the capacity building of doctors for the care of older Nigerians. However, more concerted efforts are needed to train more doctors throughout Nigeria.
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- L A Adebusoye
- Chief Tony Anenih Geriatric Centre, University College Hospital, Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
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- Chief Tony Anenih Geriatric Centre, University College Hospital, Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
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- Department of Community Medicine, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
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Oyinlola O, Adebusoye LA, Cadmus EO, Afolayan OK. Relationship between family dynamics, spirituality, quality of life and happiness among older adults in Nigeria. Adv Gerontol 2023; 36:48-56. [PMID: 37192354] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/18/2023]
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Happiness of older adults in rarely studied in the global south like Nigeria compared with the global north. This study assessed the relationship between family dynamics, spirituality, quality of life and happiness among older adults in Nigeria. Cross-sectional study of 378 older adults (≥60 years) were selected. Oxford Happiness questionnaire, the family dynamics, spirituality, and quality of life (QoL) were determined with the Family Relationship Index, spiritual Index of Well-being scale and Quality-of-Life Brief questionnaire respectively. Descriptive and inferential statistics were carried out at α0,05. The mean age was 72,8±7,1 years and 255 (67,5%) were females. Majority 313 (82,8%) were assessed to be happy. Overall, family dynamics, spirituality, and health related QoL were significantly determinants of happiness (p<0,05). Among the women, there was good cohesion in the family dynamics (p=0,031), good health related QoL in the physical domain (p<0,001) and satisfaction with health (p=0,036) were the predictors of happiness. Having higher self-efficacy (p=0,018) and life scheme spirituality (p=0,050) were the predictors of happiness among the men. The present findings showed that most of the older adults were happy. Routine assessment and interventions could increase the feeling of happiness among older adults in the global south.
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- O Oyinlola
- Department of Medical Social Services, University College Hospital, PMB 5116 Ibadan, Nigeria
- McGill School of Social Work, H3A 1B9 Montreal, Canada, e-mail:
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- Geriatric Centre, University College Hospital, PMB 5116 Ibadan, Nigeria
- Department of Community Medicine, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, PMB 5116 Ibadan, Nigeria
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- Geriatric Centre, University College Hospital, PMB 5116 Ibadan, Nigeria
- Department of Community Medicine, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, PMB 5116 Ibadan, Nigeria
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- Geriatric Centre, University College Hospital, PMB 5116 Ibadan, Nigeria
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Fagbule OF, Cadmus EO. Predictors of Shisha Use among Medical and Dental Students in Ibadan, Nigeria. Niger J Clin Pract 2022; 25:979-986. [DOI: 10.4103/njcp.njcp_49_20] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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Adebusoye LA, Olowookere OO, Ajayi SA, Cadmus EO, Labaeka EO. Integrative Care of the Older Persons in Nigeria: An Appraisal of the Geriatric Centre, University College Hospital, Ibadan. West Afr J Med 2021; 38:839-844. [PMID: 34675279] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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BACKGROUND Geriatric medicine is an emerging subspecialty in Nigeria. The interest in the care of older Nigerians followed the Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing in April 2002. This led to an increase in research, publications and advocacy culminating in the establishment of the pioneer geriatric centre in Nigeria in 2012. Since then, there has been an increase in capacity building, manpower development and institutionalization of geriatric care in Nigeria. This is an account of the evolution of the Chief Tony Anenih Geriatric Centre, University College Hospital, Ibadan (UCH). METHODS We undertook the review of the history, structure and key service elements in the Geriatric Centre, UCH from January 1, 2013, to December 31, 2020. RESULTS The number of patients rose from 2,559 in the first year to 19,300 by the end of 2020. The initial four multidisciplinary units increased to 12 over the review period. Likewise, the in-patient admission increased between the first year (122 patients) and 2020 (141 patients). The overall mortality rate was 11.4% over the review period. Internship opportunities were provided to students including resident doctors, undergraduates (medical) and postgraduate students (Masters and PhD). Besides, 139 medical doctors have undergone the annual basic certificate training in geriatric medicine organised by the Centre. Also, 7 fellowship dissertations and 11 peer-reviewed papers have been published. CONCLUSION The centre has demonstrated the possibility of caring for older patients in a low-resource setting. The employment of the multidisciplinary approach yielded a low mortality rate, higher attendance and manpower development.
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- L A Adebusoye
- Chief Tony Anenih Geriatric Centre, University College Hospital, Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
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- Chief Tony Anenih Geriatric Centre, University College Hospital, Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
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- Chief Tony Anenih Geriatric Centre, University College Hospital, Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
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- Department of Community Medicine, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
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- Chief Tony Anenih Geriatric Centre, University College Hospital, Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
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Cadmus EO, Adebusoye LA, Owoaje ET. Attitude towards ageing and perceived health status of community-dwelling older persons in a low resource setting: a rural-urban comparison. BMC Geriatr 2021; 21:454. [PMID: 34362305 PMCID: PMC8349088 DOI: 10.1186/s12877-021-02394-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/11/2020] [Accepted: 07/19/2021] [Indexed: 01/21/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Older person's attitude to ageing is critical for their adjustment, acceptance of health-related behaviour, survival and choices. Their attitude influences how they cope with the challenges experienced while ageing, which affects their quality of life and health-related outcomes. Despite the increasing number of older persons in sub-Saharan Africa, there is limited information about their experience. This study examines the experience and attitude of older persons in Nigeria regarding the ageing process. METHODS A descriptive cross-sectional study among older persons aged 60 years and above was carried out in a selected rural and an urban community in Oyo State, south-western Nigeria. The study participants were selected using a multi-stage sampling technique. Trained research assistants collected data with the aid of an interviewer-administered, semi-structured questionnaire. The Attitude to Ageing Questionnaire (AAQ) was used to measure participants' perception of ageing in three domains (psychosocial loss, physical changes and psychological growth). Data were analysed using Stata version 14 at a level of significance p < 0.05. RESULTS A total of 1,180 participants (588 rural vs. 592 urban) were recruited for the study. The mean age was 73.2 ± 9.3 years. The majority (69.7 %) were females and still working (50.5 %). Overall, urban-dwelling participants had a better attitude to the ageing process in all the domains compared with rural-dwelling participants (psychological growth 32.5 ± 3.4 vs. 32.4 ± 3.3, p = 0.30; physical change 27.5 ± 5.1 vs. 26.9 ± 5.0, p = 0.03; and psychosocial loss 25.3 ± 5.7 vs. 25.0 ± 5.3, p = 0.60). Among the rural and urban-dwelling participants, good self-rated health was significantly associated with a positive attitude to ageing across the domains. CONCLUSIONS Older persons residing in urban communities had higher positivity to ageing than their rural older counterparts. The common factor significantly associated with a positive attitude to ageing in both groups was good self-rated health. This information can be used for the planning of targeted interventions and informing policy formation for improved provisions for community-dwelling older persons in Nigeria and other sub-Saharan African countries.
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- E O Cadmus
- Department of Community Medicine, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Oyo State, Ibadan, Nigeria. .,Chief Tony Anenih Geriatric Centre, University College Hospital, Ibadan, Nigeria.
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- Department of Community Medicine, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Oyo State, Ibadan, Nigeria.,Chief Tony Anenih Geriatric Centre, University College Hospital, Ibadan, Nigeria
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- Department of Community Medicine, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Oyo State, Ibadan, Nigeria
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Cadmus EO, Adebusoye LA, Olowookere OO, Oluwatosin OG, Owoaje ET, Alonge TO. A descriptive study of the morbidity pattern of older persons presenting at a Geriatric Centre in Southwestern Nigeria. Niger J Clin Pract 2019; 20:873-878. [PMID: 28791983 DOI: 10.4103/njcp.njcp_362_16] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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CONTEXT Rapid population ageing is a demographic reality in most countries of the world. Old age is associated with changes which may culminate in health problems, necessitating provision of appropriate preventive, curative, and rehabilitative services. However, reports from many low- and middle-income countries have shown lack of preparedness to cater for the healthcare needs of older persons. AIM This study described the morbidity profile and its determinants among persons aged 60 years and above who presented at an established geriatric centre in southwestern Nigeria. MATERIALS AND METHODS Data were obtained from electronic health records of 4886 patients aged ≥60 years who visited the facility between 1st January 2013 and 31st December 2014. Data were analyzed using Stata version 13 (Texas, USA). Frequency distributions were used for descriptive analysis, and chi-square test was used to test associations. RESULTS More than a half, 2919 (59.7%), of the respondents were females and almost three quarters 3501 (71.7%) were aged between 60 and 74 years. Mean number of morbidities was 1.81 ± 0.9, and less than half, 1097 (42.0%), presented with only one morbidity, most commonly, hypertension. There were significant age-related differences for musculoskeletal (P = 0.001), endocrine (P = 0.01), and psychological problems (P = 0.01). In addition, gender differences were observed as a significantly higher proportion of females presented with general symptoms (P = 0.02) and musculoskeletal problems (P = 0.0001) than men. CONCLUSION The most common presenting morbidities at this geriatric health centre were mostly noncommunicable diseases. Information obtained will be useful in the design of similar facilities in other parts of the country and region at large.
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- E O Cadmus
- Department of Community Medicine, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
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- Tony Anenih Geriatric Centre, University College Hospital, Ibadan, Nigeria
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- Tony Anenih Geriatric Centre, University College Hospital, Ibadan, Nigeria
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- Department of Community Medicine, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
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- Department of Community Medicine, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
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Adesokan HK, Cadmus EO, Adeyemi WB, Lawal O, Ogunlade C, Osman E, Olaleye OD, Cadmus SIB. Prevalence of previously undetected tuberculosis and underlying risk factors for transmission in a prison setting in Ibadan, south-western Nigeria. Afr J Med Med Sci 2014; 43:45-50. [PMID: 26689165 PMCID: PMC4682880] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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People with congregational tendencies such as the prison inmates constitute an important target group in the global efforts towards the control of tuberculosis (TB). The prison setting in most developing countries particularly Nigeria, currently does not have routine diagnostic procedures for TB despite the existing risks that could facilitate disease transmission. We conducted a cross sectional study among the inmates in a major prison in south-western Nigeria for TB by screening their sputum samples using a simple random sampling method coupled with questionnaire interview, on the assumption of sub-clinical pulmonary TB infection. The overall TB prevalence found was 1.2% (2/164). Significant risk factors that could facilitate disease transmission in the prison included lack of BCG immunization (p = 0.017); history of contact with TB patients (p = 0.020); prolonged cough (p = 0.016) and drug abuse (p = 0.019). Our findings of 1.2% undetected pulmonary TB infection among the inmates though low; still reiterate previous observation that the prison setting constitutes a veritable environment for TB transmission and a threat to public health. Efforts are therefore needed to institute routine screening and reduce the risk factors associated with TB transmission among prison inmates in Nigeria.
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- HK Adesokan
- Department of Veterinary Public Health and Preventive Medicine, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria
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- Department of Preventive Medicine and Primary Care, University of Ibadan, Ibadan
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- Tuberculosis and Leprosy Control Unit, Oyo State Ministry of Health, Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
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- Tuberculosis and Leprosy Control Unit, Oyo State Ministry of Health, Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
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- Department of Medicine, University College Hospital, Ibadan
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- Damien Foundation Belgium in Nigeria
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- Department of Virology, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria
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- Department of Veterinary Public Health and Preventive Medicine, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria
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Background: Unwanted pregnancies and unsafe abortion pose
major health risks to women in the reproductive age group. Female
undergraduates are particularly exposed to these risks. This study
was carried out to assess the knowledge about complications and
practice of abortion among female undergraduates of the
University of Ibadan. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted using structured,
self-administered questionnaires, to collect data on respondents’
socio-demographic characteristics, sexual behaviour, knowledge
about various complications of abortion and practice of abortion.
Data was analyzed using SPSS version 14. Results: A total of 425 students were interviewed, mean age of
the undergraduates was 21.5± 2.8 years. Overall, 122 (29%) of the
respondents had ever had sexual intercourse. Twenty five percent
of those who were sexually active had ever been pregnant and
90% had terminated the pregnancy. The most common reason
given for termination was that pregnancy was unplanned for. Most
of the respondents 354 (83.3%) had a good knowledge about
complications of abortion and mean knowledge score was
4.01±1.58 (range 0-5). Conclusion: This group of students were aware of the risks
associated with unsafe abortion; however, the abortion rate was
still high. Sexual reproductive health interventions are needed on
campus in order to equip female undergraduates with
comprehensive knowledge and skills to reduce the likelihood of
unplanned pregnancies
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- E O Cadmus
- Department of Community Medicine, University College Hospital, Ibadan, Nigeria
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- Department of Community Medicine, University College Hospital, Ibadan, Nigeria
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Adebiyi AOL, Cadmus EO, Ige OK, Bamgboye EA. P2-350 Willingness and self-rated competence to provide smoking cessation services by family and community medicine doctors in a tertiary hospital in Nigeria. Br J Soc Med 2011. [DOI: 10.1136/jech.2011.142976k.82] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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