Oladunni Opeyemi
Research by oladunni opeyemi
Narrative Review of Rising Incidence of Obesity-Related Behaviors among Boarding School Students in Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
Adolescent obesity has emerged as a critical public health challenge globally, with boarding school environments increasingly recognized as unique settings that shape dietary and physical activity behaviors. In Nigeria, particularly in urban centers like Ibadan, the rising prevalence of obesity-related behaviors among boarding school students remains poorly documented despite growing concerns. This narrative review synthesizes available evidence on the incidence and determinants of...
Read more →Human Health Risks of Boron Exposure via Groundwater in Mining Communities: A Narrative Review
Boron, an essential micronutrient at low levels but a potential toxicant at elevated concentrations, poses significant but underrecognized public health risks through groundwater contamination in mining communities. This narrative review synthesizes literature published between 2022 and 2026 to examine the human health risks of boron exposure via groundwater in mining settings, with particular reference to sub- Saharan Africa and Nigeria. Findings reveal that mining activities substantially...
Read more →Exploring the Barriers to Routine Immunisation in Osun State, Nigeria: Evidence, Gaps, and Future Directions: A Scoping Review
Osun State has one of the lowest routine immunisation coverages in Southwest Nigeria, yet no comprehensive review exists that maps the specific barriers operating within the state. To systematically map the evidence on barriers to routine childhood immunisation in Osun State, identify knowledge gaps, and propose research and policy priorities. Arksey and O’Malley’s scoping review framework was used. PubMed, AJOL, Google Scholar, and grey literature were searched from 2015–2024 using terms...
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