Mixed methods reveal improved HIV/AIDS knowledge in adolescents, suggesting sustainability through community engagement.
Adolescent health in Nigerian urban slums faces significant challenges, necessitating evidence-based interventions such as school-based health promotion programmes. A mixed methods approach combining quantitative surveys with qualitative interviews to evaluate programme implementation and outcomes among adolescents aged 12-18 years in three urban slum areas. Quantitative data revealed a statistically significant improvement (p<0.05) in knowledge about HIV/AIDS prevention from baseline to follow-up, while qualitative insights highlighted the importance of community engagement for sustained programme success. School-based health promotion programmes show promise in enhancing adolescent health awareness and acceptance, though further tailored interventions are needed based on local context. Adopt a participatory approach involving adolescents and parents to ensure relevance and sustainability of future initiatives.
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