Knowledge, Beliefs, and Practices in Relation to Malaria Transmission and Vector Control in Guatemala

Klein, Robert E.; Weller, Susan C.; Zeissig, Rodolfo; Richards, Frank O.; Ruebush, Trenton K.

doi:10.4269/ajtmh.1995.52.383

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“…In this study the respondents indicated that stagnant water is the main mosquito breeding site. Previous studies have also confirmed similar findings (15,17,18). The awareness on the relationship between mosquitoes and malaria transmission in the study community is highly important for the possession and utilization of mosquito nets.…”

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Baseline survey for the implementation of insecticide treated mosquito nets in Malaria control in Ethiopia

Jima¹,

Tasfaye²,

Deressa³

et al. 2005

Ethiopian Journal of Health Development

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Background: Insecticide treated mosquito nets (ITNs) have raised a renewed interest to serve as tools for malaria control in Africa. The use of this control method has been proved to be a cost-effective means for the control of malaria. However, little is known the acceptability and utilization of mosquito nets in Ethiopia. Objectives: The objective of this study is to provide relevant information about the knowledge, attitude and experience of communities about malaria and its preventive methods, particularly the acceptability and affordability of ITNs. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was carried out in five different parts of Ethiopia in January and February 1999. A multi-stage sampling method was used to select 1,933 households for the study. Data were collected by interviewing household heads or their representatives. Results: Ninety-five percent of the participants perceived fever, headache and chilling of the body as the main symptoms of malaria. More than 87% of the interviewees correctly identified the names of the anti-malarial drugs, chloroquine and SP. About 93% of the participants knew that malaria could be transmitted through mosquito bites. Mosquitoes are known to breed on stagnant water (83%). More than 43% of the respondents replied that DDT, in combination with other control measures, could prevent malaria. Forty-one percent of the respondents had heard about the mosquito net. Only 5.3% of the respondents in the survey reported the presence of at least one mosquito net in their households. Most of the respondents (92.5%) were interested in using mosquito nets sometime in the future. The most preferred mode of obtaining ITNs was on loan basis (60%). Accordingly, 24%, 20% and 16% were willing to pay in three, six, and nine months of installments and above, respectively. Forty-percent of the study participants were ready to buy it in cash. Of the 1,696 respondents, 47% suggested 10 Birr or less, 11% between 11 and 20 Birr, 28% from 21-50 Birr and the rest (14%) mentioned 51 Birr and above as the appropriate price for purchasing a single ITN. Conclusion:The utilization of mosquito nets at the time of the study was very low. However, acceptability and willingness to use ITNs for malaria prevention was very high. Thus, the expanding ITN implementation and increasing its coverage for malaria control both in urban and rural malarious areas of the country is crucial. It is recommended that communities should be strongly sensitized on the importance of ITNs for malaria control and the availability and affordability should be insured. IntroductionMalaria remains a major public health problem particularly in many tropical countries, resulting in decreased productive capacity and increased poverty despite the intensive attempts being, exerted to control it especially in sub-Saharan Africa (1, 2).

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Baseline survey for the implementation of insecticide treated mosquito nets in Malaria control in Ethiopia

Jima¹,

Tasfaye²,

Deressa³

et al. 2005

Ethiopian Journal of Health Development

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“…In some cases, illnesses are seen as amenable to treatment by modern practitioners, while others are considered best treated by traditional healers (Press, 1980). Illness ideas and behaviors may enhance or interfere with the effectiveness of control measures (Klein et al, 1995).…”

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Perception and Treatment Seeking Behavior for Malaria in Rural Nigeria: Implications for Control

Okeke

Okafor

2008

Journal of Human Ecology

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The treatment seeking behaviour and perceptions of cause of malaria amongst caregivers of children under-five living in rural Nigeria,was studied using a cross sectional survey conducted in Ugwuogo-Nike ,a rural community in south-east Nigeria, between November 2001 and April 2002. Quantitative and qualitative research methods were employed using structured questionnaires and focus group discussions. Two hundred and seventy-five out of the 300 care givers were mothers and majority (60.7%) reported malaria to be a common illness. Heat from the sun was the most popularly reported cause of malaria (49.3%). Correct knowledge of mosquitoes causing malaria varied significantly with the level of education.. Most of the interviewed caregivers were familiar with signs and symptoms of malaria and self treatment with inappropriate doses of chloroquine was used by the majority (83.7%) while drug sellers were their most (52.3%) popular source of care. Poor utilization of formal health facilities was noted to be due to cost and absence of health personnel. The most popular treatment for severe malaria by caretakers was herbal remedies. Athough some reasonable knowledge of the symptoms of malaria was found, there is still need for intervention measures directed towards correcting misconceptions about the cause of malaria and improving treatment seeking behavior. It is recommended that appropriate home management with early recognition of symptoms and features of severe illness , correct use of effective anti-malaria drugs and prompt referral of severe cases should be promoted since majority resort to self-treatment.

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“…The awareness recorded in Pacific Coastal Plain of Guatemala by Klein et al (1995) showed that 93% of respondents believed that the bite of mosquitoes that had bitten malaria patients could cause malaria, but higher than the 66% in Butajira District in Southern Ethiopia recorded by Wakgari et al (1999).…”

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Survey of Knowledge, Attitude and Management of Malaria in Rural Communities in Khana Local Government Area, Rivers State, Nigeria

2017

App. Sci. Report

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Malaria is still an important mosquito-borne disease and a critical public health concern in Nigeria. This study was carried out to survey the knowledge, attitude and management of malaria in some rural communities of Nyo-Khana District of Khana Local Government Area, Rivers State. A cross sectional survey was adopted for the study using self-designed questionnaires. Out of the 400 questionnaires distributed, only 316 were answered and returned. Despite some wrong perceptions, 241(76.3%) of respondents implicated mosquitoes bite as the major cause of malaria while 94.6% of the respondents agreed that mosquitoes is responsible for the transmission of malaria. Again, 93.0% and 77 .5% of the respondents agreed that mosquitoes breed in stagnant water and bite at night respectively. The major symptoms mentioned by respondents included fever (85.4%), headache (85.4%), body weakness (56.9%) and shivering (56.9%). Almost all the respondents (93.9%) agreed that malaria is preventable. chemoprophylaxis (97.8%) and use of chemoprophylaxis (97.8%) use of chemoprophylaxis (97.8%) were the major means of prevention mentioned by the respondents. The treatment-seeking behaviour of the respondents included use of herbs (57.3%) and use of modern drugs (35.1%). The study indicates that the malaria related knowledge in the area is high, hence government and stakeholders can adopt a community-base approach in the management of the disease.

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Knowledge, Beliefs, and Practices in Relation to Malaria Transmission and Vector Control in Guatemala

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Baseline survey for the implementation of insecticide treated mosquito nets in Malaria control in Ethiopia

Baseline survey for the implementation of insecticide treated mosquito nets in Malaria control in Ethiopia

Perception and Treatment Seeking Behavior for Malaria in Rural Nigeria: Implications for Control

Survey of Knowledge, Attitude and Management of Malaria in Rural Communities in Khana Local Government Area, Rivers State, Nigeria

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