Prevalence of Biomedical Health Risk Factors among Staff of Kashim Ibrahim College of Education Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria

This study assessed prevalence of biomedical health risk factors among staff members of Kashim Ibrahim College of Education, Maiduguri, in Borno State, Nigeria. A survey research design was employed for this study, focusing on a sample of 57 staff members from the college. Participants’ demographic information, including age, sex, and staff cadre, was collected. Biomedical health risk factors, such as high blood cholesterol, impaired fasting blood glucose, and obesity, were assessed using appropriate measurements and diagnostic criteria. Prevalence of high blood cholesterol (>5.0 mmol/l) was 14.04%, with a higher prevalence among females (20.0%) compared to males (10.81%). Academic staff had a prevalence of 18.18%, while non-academic staff had a prevalence of 11.43%. Participants aged 41-50 years had the highest prevalence at 26.32%. Prevalence of impaired fasting blood glucose (>5.6 mmol/l) was 24.56%, with a higher prevalence among females (25.0%) compared to males (24.32%). Academic staff had a prevalence of 40.91%, while non-academic staff had a prevalence of 14.29%. Participants aged 61 and above had the highest prevalence at 66.67%. Prevalence of obesity (BMI>30.0 kg/m²) was 21.05%, with a significantly higher prevalence among females (50.0%) compared to males (5.41%). Academic staff had a prevalence of 27.27%, while non-academic staff had a prevalence of 17.14%. Participants aged 51-60 years had the highest prevalence at 35.71%. The study revealed a notable prevalence of biomedical health risk factors, including high blood cholesterol, impaired fasting blood glucose, and obesity, among staff members of Kashim Ibrahim College of Education, Maiduguri. These findings highlight the importance of implementing health promotion and preventive measures within the college community to mitigate the risk of chronic degenerative diseases. Routine medical check-ups, access to sports facilities, and health awareness programs are recommended to improve the overall health and well-being of staff members.