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International Journal of Advances In Case Reports

Volume 11, Issue 1, 2024
Mcmed International
International Journal of Advances In Case Reports
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XXX-XXXX (Print), 2349 - 8005 (Online)
Frequency
bi-annual
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Abstract
Title
ASSESSMENT OF WATER AND SANITATION PRACTISES IN FIVE COMMUNITIES IN OWERRI NORTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF IMO STATE
Author
Opara AU*1, Eberendu IF2 and Uloneme GC3
Email
ulokaima3@gmail.com
keyword
Assessment, Water, Sanitation practices.
Abstract
This study assessed water and sanitation practices in five communities in Owerri North L.G.A. of Imo State. 320 respondents were randomly selected and interviewed from the five randomly selected communities. Data were collected from them to assess how they use the water facilities; how they use the sanitation facilities; how they manage domestic water, and assess community plan/strategy for effective water sanitation. Results showed that main sources of water were Borehole (47%), Rain water 34% and Stream/Rivers 20%.65% of the respondents had access to inadequate water supply; while 52% lack access to improved sanitation facilities. There is satisfactory management of domestic water with 63% storing water in receptacles that have cover. However the community water sources are not treated before use. Women were found to be strong, and more proactive in the maintenance of the community water. However, it is recommended that Local, State and National Governments should increase water availability. Such water should be regularly tested for water quality by relevant organizations. Also Environmental Health Practitioners should be recruited to beef up Environmental Sanitation activities in communities among other suggestions.
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