Summary of recommendations for the prevention of malaria by the Committee to Advise on Tropical Medicine and Travel (CATMAT)

Boggild, Andrea K.; Brophy, Jason; Charlebois, Paul; Crockett, Maryanne; Geduld, J; Ghesquière, Wayne; McDonald, Paul; Plourde, Pierre; Teitelbaum, P; Tepper, Martin; Schofield, Steven R.; McCarthy, Anne

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“…Reduced chances of malaria infection were found among children who slept under intact nets, suggesting the importance of repair and care of ITNs by owners [ 46 ]. Several other studies have emphasized the importance of correct usage of insecticide pre-treated bed nets [ 5 , 7 , 14 , 47 ]. Insecticide resistance also seriously threatens the effectiveness of LLINs as a malaria control tool [ 48 ].…”

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“…This probably explains why malaria prevalence was lower among the study participants in the Bamendjou district hospital. Furthermore, window and door nets that protects the home (accommodation area) from mosquitoes were found to be one of the effective measures against malaria [ 47 ]. Window and door nets were also considered suitable alternatives for LLINs [ 49 ].…”

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Evaluation of malaria preventive measures among adult patients attending the Bamendjou and Foumbot district hospitals of the West Region of Cameroon

Nlinwe

Singong

Florentine

2021

Malar J

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Background Although a significant decrease in entomological and epidemiological indicators was reported in Cameroon since the introduction of insecticide-treated bed nets, malaria prevalence remains high also in some parts of the West Region of Cameroon. This study was designed to evaluate malaria preventive measures among patients attending the Bamendjou and Foumbot District hospitals of the West Region of Cameroon. Methods This was a cross-sectional study carried out within a period of 3 months, from January to March 2020. Data was obtained using a structured questionnaire and laboratory analysis. The CareStart™ Pf Malaria HRP2 qualitative rapid diagnostic test was used for malaria diagnosis. The questionnaire was designed to collect information on respondent’s socio-demographic characteristics, and the use of malaria preventive measures. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics, regression analysis, and Chi-square (and Fisher’s exact) test. Results A total of 170 study participants were recruited in Foumbot and 197 in Bamendjou. Malaria was significantly (P < 0.0001) more prevalent in Foumbot (47.06%) than in Bamendjou (19.8%). In Foumbot, non-use of insect repellent spray (P = 0.0214), insect repellent body cream (P = 0.0009), mosquito spray (P = 0.0001) and not draining stagnant water (P = 0.0004) predisposed to higher risk of malaria. In Bamendjou, non-use of insect repellent spray (P = 0.0012), long-lasting insecticidal bed nets (P = 0.0001), window and door nets (P = 0.0286), predisposed to a higher risk of malaria. Conclusions Malaria prevalence was high among the study participants especially in Foumbot. An adequate follow-up to ensure effective execution of the recently launched third phase of LLINs distribution campaign in Cameroon is recommended. Additionally, integrated vector management is required to ensure effective control of malaria transmission in Foumbot and Bamendjou.

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Evaluation of malaria preventive measures among adult patients attending the Bamendjou and Foumbot district hospitals of the West Region of Cameroon

Nlinwe

Singong

Florentine

2021

Malar J

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“…Reduced chances of malaria infection were found among children who slept under intact nets, suggesting the importance of repair and care of ITNs by owners (46). Several other studies have emphasized the importance of correct usage of insecticide pretreated bed nets (5,7,14,47). Insecticide resistance also seriously threatens the effectiveness of LLINs as a malaria control tool (48).…”

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Evaluation of malaria preventive measures among adult patients attending the Bamendjou and Foumbot District hospitals of the West Region of Cameroon

Nlinwe

Singong

Florentine³

2021

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Background: Although a significant decrease in entomological and epidemiological indicators was reported in Cameroon since the introduction of insecticide-treated bed nets, malaria prevalence remains high also in some parts of the West Region of Cameroon. Therefore this study was designed to evaluate malaria preventive measures among patients attending the Bamendjou and Foumbot District hospitals of the West Region of Cameroon.Methods: This was a cross-sectional study carried out within a period of three months, from January to March 2020. Data was obtained using a structured questionnaire and laboratory analysis. The CareStart™ Malaria HRP2 (Pf) qualitative rapid diagnostic test was used for malaria diagnosis. The questionnaire was designed to collect information on respondent’s socio-demographic characteristics, and the use of malaria preventive measures. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, regression analysis, and Chi-square (and Fisher’s exact) test.Results: A total of 170 study participants were recruited in Foumbot and 197 in Bamendjou. Malaria was significantly (P < 0.0001) more prevalent in Foumbot (47.06%) than in Bamendjou (19.8%). In Foumbot, nonuse of insect repellent spray (P = 0.0214), insect repellent body cream (P = 0.0009), mosquito spray (P = 0.0001) and not draining stagnant water (P = 0.0004) predisposed to higher risk of malaria. But in Bamendjou, nonuse of insect repellent spray (P = 0.0012), long-lasting insecticidal bed nets (P = 0.0001), window and door nets (P = 0.0286), predisposed to a higher risk of malaria.Conclusions: Malaria prevalence was high among the study participants especially in Foumbot. An adequate follow-up to ensure effective execution of the recently launched third phase of LLINs distribution campaign in Cameroon is recommended. Additionally, integrated Vector Management is required to ensure effective control of malaria transmission in Foumbot and Bamendjou.

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“…The process undertaken to develop them has been described previously (3). It included a review of recent research and national and international epidemiological data, and the consideration of other factors, such as malaria epidemiology, and the anticipated values and preferences of travellers and health care providers.…”

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“…These guidelines include a full description of the recommendations on risk assessment, prevention and treatment of malaria, a disease that is still uncommon in Canada. Two additional summaries of the guidelines are available focusing on prevention and treatment of malaria (3,4). Special groups of travellers have different risks of acquiring malaria infection compared with the average traveller.…”

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Summary of recommendations for the prevention of malaria by the Committee to Advise on Tropical Medicine and Travel (CATMAT)

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Evaluation of malaria preventive measures among adult patients attending the Bamendjou and Foumbot district hospitals of the West Region of Cameroon

Evaluation of malaria preventive measures among adult patients attending the Bamendjou and Foumbot district hospitals of the West Region of Cameroon

Evaluation of malaria preventive measures among adult patients attending the Bamendjou and Foumbot District hospitals of the West Region of Cameroon

Summary of recommendations on malaria issues in special hosts

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