Environmental Health

Impact of Open Waste Disposal Practices on Community Health in Urban Slums of Nigeria

Environmental Health
4 Objectives
4 Research Questions

Background

Poor waste management contributes to environmental pollution and increased risk of communicable diseases in densely populated urban settlements.

Research Objectives

  • Assess waste disposal practices among residents.
  • Examine health effects associated with poor waste management.
  • Identify environmental risk factors.
  • Recommend sustainable waste management interventions.

Research Questions

  • What waste disposal methods are commonly practiced?
  • What health problems are associated with poor waste disposal?
  • What environmental risks exist in urban slums?
  • How can waste management systems be improved?

Suggested Methodology

Mixed-methods study involving household surveys, environmental observations, and key informant interviews.

Keywords

Waste ManagementEnvironmental HealthUrban SlumsPollutionNigeria

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