Evaluation of the Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of the Use of Insecticide- Treated Nets (ITNs) in Aba, Nigeria

Ezeigbo, O. R.; Osuagwu, M. C.; Ibegbulem, Zebulon; Agomoh, N. G.

doi:10.9734/bjmmr/2015/11510

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“…The knowledge and Use of Insecticide treated nets in rural communities where there is high incidence of malaria is vital f or malaria vector control and prevention (Ezeigbo et al, 2015) and Nigerian population mostly rural dwellers stand the risk of having malaria. This study provides data on the knowledge and use of insecticide treated nets among rural dwellers of Ivo local government in Ebonyi State.…”

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The knowledge and use of insecticide treated nets (INTs) among rural dwellers in Ivo L.G.A, Ebonyi State, Nigeria

Uhuo¹,

Godwin²,

Alaebo³

et al. 2022

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Effective uses of insecticide-treated nets (ITNs) are considered key to the elimination of malaria among vulnerable populations. Several studies have revealed that the degree of awareness, ownership, and consistent use of ITNs by rural dwellers differ from one area or region to the other. The aim of the study was to determine the awareness of ITNs and factors affecting their use among rural dwellers in Ivo L.G.A of Ebonyi State. Simple survey method was adopted for the study. Three hundred (300) questionnaires were given out to respondents; however, 276 respondents representing 92% of the sample size returned their questionnaires. The data generated was analyzed and represented in simple frequency table and simple bar chart using IBM SPSS statistical package. The result indicated that majority of the respondents in the study area had vast knowledge of ITNs. Relationship between educational level, age, occupation of respondents and knowledge of ITNs was observed. The result showed that age, educational status, and educational status of rural dwellers were significantly associated with their knowledge of ITNs in Ivo LGA. Majority (72.5%) of the respondents in the study area had vast knowledge about ITNs, while minority (27.5%) had little or no knowledge of ITNs. The knowledge of ITNs by rural dwellers in Ivo LGA was independent of gender of the rural dwellers. A study to assess the actual use and impact of utilization of ITNs among children, pregnant mothers, nursing mothers, the adolescents, and the aged in Ivo communities is recommended.

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“…Various health authorities have made concerted ef f orts to promote the use of ITNs by rural dwellers, yet research has shown that the degree of awareness, ownership, and ef f ective use of ITNs by these individuals has varied f rom one area or region to the other (Ezeigbo et al, 2015, Sunday et al,. 2021.…”

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The knowledge and use of insecticide treated nets (INTs) among rural dwellers in Ivo L.G.A, Ebonyi State, Nigeria

Uhuo¹,

Godwin²,

Alaebo³

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“…respondents use beds net from this (65%) were using bed nets still currently, the remaining (35%) reported that they are not lucky to use it now due to lack of access (77%), lack of awareness (8%) and other reason (15%), and 62% drain stagnant water in their surroundings (Haile et al, 2015); Tanzania 68% of the households use ITNs (Sumari et al, 2016) and Nigeria, practices used to prevent mosquito bites, 299 (59.8%) use ITNs, 100 (20.0%) use insecticide sprays, 45 (9.0%) use window/door nets while 32 (6.4%) use repellants (Ezeigbo et al, 2015). Contrarily in other studies the ITNs utilization was poor in the study from Amhara National Regional State, Ethiopia, it was only 26.4% of the study participants that used ITN as malaria prevention and control method (Aderaw and Gedefaw, 2013); (Fuge et al, 2015), only 15.8% of 398 mothers owned at least one ITN.…”

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“…Increased ITNs use throughout a community reduces transmission and thus has a more powerful impact than individual change (Teklehaimonot et al, 2007). It is also worth mentioning that even when knowledge is a predictor of ITN use; it may not assure protection from malaria unless there is proper use and strong adherence (Ezeigbo et al, 2015). The main focus of the elimination program is the scaling-up of parasitological and entomological surveillance through early diagnosis (by microscopy and/or rapid diagnostic tests) and prompt treatment, and vector control activities, i.e.…”

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Knowledge, attitude and practice towards malaria among people attending in Mekaneeyesus primary hospital, South Gondar, Northwestern Ethiopia: A cross-sectional study.

Tazebew¹

2020

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Background : Malaria is worldwide health problem causing high mortality and morbidity, not only a major cause of suffering and death, but also the cause of socioeconomic problems, especially in developing country like Ethiopia. Methods: This study is aimed to investigate knowledge, attitude and practice towards malaria and its preventive and control methods among people attending in Mekaneeyesus primary hospital, South Gondar, Northwestern Ethiopia. Cross sectional study was employed by using random sampling technique was carried out to select representative individuals. A structured questionnaire was used to collect data on socio-demographic characteristics and KAP. The data quality control was tested by using pretest and study protocol of the research was approved by the Ethical Review Committee. Results: The overall prevalence rate of malaria was 8.5%. Individuals having poor knowledge and poor practice toward malaria were 26.93 (CI = 3.67-197.47, p=0.001) and 13.09 (CI=0.93-183.47, p=0.036) times higher respectively as compared to individuals who are knowledgeable and had good practice toward malaria. Level of education was significant predictor of practice level which, education status of being uneducated and attaining grades 1-8. Respondent’s less than 500 family economic statuses were also significantly associated with practice level (P < 0.05) among study participants. The overall knowledge, attitude and practice level was relatively good, but its practice towards ITN utilization was poor. Poor knowledge and practice were significantly increase malaria risk. Conclusion: Malaria is still causes a serious health burden so special attention should be taken to malaria prevention and control by giving awareness and using different intervention method.

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The Assessment of Community Knowledge and Prevention Practices of Malaria in a Rural Community in South Africa

Tshivhase¹,

Mashau²,

Munyai³

2022

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Background: Malaria is a serious public health problem in sub-Saharan Africa and affects the health and wealth of nations and of individuals. Malaria became a public health issue killing more than 627 000 people in sub-Saharan Africa. In South Africa, Malaria is endemic in 3 provinces namely: Limpopo, Mpumalanga, and Kwazulu Natal. Limpopo contributes more cases than the other provinces in the country. Objective: The study assessed the knowledge and preventive practices regarding malaria in a rural community in South Africa. Methodology: A quantitative cross-sectional study was conducted using systematic probability sampling to select 151 household members. All the households in each village were visited and the head of each household was interviewed. Data was collected through close-ended questionnaires and analysed through the Statistical Package for Social Science version 24. The analysed data is presented in tables, graphs, and percentages. Results: The findings revealed that most participants 103(67.8%) have secondary education, and all (100%) had heard about malaria. The main source of malaria information was nurses 48%. Most participants knew that malaria is transmitted through mosquito bites (86%) by an infected mosquito (77%.%). About 63% of the participants knew the basic signs of malaria such as headache, shivering, and high fever. About 59 (39%) said they used mosquito coils and wore long-sleeved clothes in their household to avoid mosquito bites. Conclusion: Malaria poses a threat to the lives of people living in malaria-endemic areas. Community members of Masisi Village know how malaria is transmitted, what causes it, and its signs and symptoms. However, malaria prevention practice is still cited as a public health challenge. Therefore, health education should emphasize methods of malaria prevention and control.

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Evaluation of the Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of the Use of Insecticide- Treated Nets (ITNs) in Aba, Nigeria

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The knowledge and use of insecticide treated nets (INTs) among rural dwellers in Ivo L.G.A, Ebonyi State, Nigeria

The knowledge and use of insecticide treated nets (INTs) among rural dwellers in Ivo L.G.A, Ebonyi State, Nigeria

Knowledge, attitude and practice towards malaria among people attending in Mekaneeyesus primary hospital, South Gondar, Northwestern Ethiopia: A cross-sectional study.

The Assessment of Community Knowledge and Prevention Practices of Malaria in a Rural Community in South Africa

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