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ABSTRACT
The study seeks to investigate the knowledge and attitude towards type two diabetes among students of the University of Benin. In order that the objective in this research work might be achieved, Three (3) research questions were raised and there was a review of literatures related to the study,The descriptive research design was used for this study and the population consisted of 40, 289 undergraduates in the university of Benin. A total of one hundred (300) students were selected as sample for the study. The instrument used for data collection was a self-structured questionnaire. The data collected was analyzed and interpreted using simple frequencies, percentage, mean and standard deviation.
Based on the data collected It was discovered that undergraduates possess a high level of knowledge towards type 2 diabetes in the University of Benin also the study discovered that there is a positive attitude of undergraduates towards type 2 diabetes in the University of Benin; Finally it was discovered that undergraduates of the University of Benin sometimes engage in practices leading to type 2 diabetes.
This study recommends implementing of workshops and seminars focused on type 2 diabetes prevention and management, targeting known knowledge gaps,Educational programs and campaigns to further increase awareness and understanding of type 2 diabetes among undergraduate students and Encouragement physical activity through the establishment of fitness programs and recreational sports leagues on campus.
