Knowledge, attitude and practice about prevention and control of malaria, in adult population of a rural area of Central India, Maharashtra
Journal Title: Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research - Year 2018, Vol 6, Issue 3
Abstract
Background: Malaria continues to be one of the major public health concerns that India is facing since decades. Early identification and management of malaria prevents its complications and subsequent mortality due to it. Practices of controlling malaria have been unsatisfactory indicating further need of exploring the knowledge, attitude and practices of malaria among the people of high Annual Parasite Incidence (API) states, district and blocks. Aim: The aim of the study is to assess the levels of knowledge, attitude and practices for prevention of malaria in rural Nagpur. Methodology: A cross sectional community based KAP sample survey was carried out and Data was collected by face to face interview by using a structured questionnaire. Results: Among 220 participant’s knowledge about transmission season of malaria, biting habits and resting habits was found correct in 197(89.55%), 190 (86.38%), and 186 (84.55%) respectively. 171(77.73%) study subjects have the average level score for attitude component. Of 168 participants 52(23.64%) not using any personal protective measure. 127 (57.73%) participants had a full course of treatment, 159(72.27%) never observed a dry day in a week. Knowledge on aetiology and symptoms is optimum, while knowledge regarding the complications and preventive methods were found low. Television is the major source of knowledge. Practices of sanitation and correct health seeking behaviour were found to be low in lower socio economic class. Recommendations: Health education program towards community should be emphasized to improve the knowledge, attitude, and practices. Capacity building of government health workers is needed.
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Dr Nitin Bavdekar
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