Odukoya Oluwakemi Ololade

Department of Community Health and Primary Care, College of Medicine, University of Lagos, Idi Araba, Lagos state, Nigeria

Publications

• Original Article   
  Tobacco and Alcohol Use among a Sample of Men who have Sex with Men in Lagos state, Nigeria
  Author(s): Odukoya Oluwakemi Ololade*, Adekemi Sekoni, Alagbe Sikeade Olawunmi and Kofoworola A. Odeyemi
  
  Background: Research in other parts of the world has shows that men who have sex with men (MSM) may have higher rates of alcohol and tobacco use than the general population of men. Little is known about the pattern of tobacco and alcohol use among MSM in Nigeria. Aim: This study set out to assess the pattern of tobacco and alcohol use and to determine the factors associated with their use among a sample of MSM. Subjects and Methods: This cross-sectional descriptive study was carried out among 320 MSM. For the purpose of this study, we collaborated with an MSM-led registered Non-governmental organization (NGO) that works closely with the state and developmental partners to provide health programs exclusively for MSM in Lagos State. Data were collected using a pretested interviewer administered survey. MSM were recruited usi.. Read More»