Tribal gaps in Malaria in relation to KAP in East Godavari District, Andhra Pradesh

Abstract

ABSTRACT Objectives: To assess the level of GAPS in knowledge, attitudes and practices among tribal people regarding malaria disease. To assess the interassociation among knowledge, attitude and practices of scores. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional study was performed in tribal areas of East Godavari District for a period of one year during 2013. Sample size was calculated as 1136. Multistage Random sampling method was used to identify the 4 PHC’s in 4 directions of tribal areas and sample was equally distributed. In that study subjects were selected by using a simple Random method. Data were collected by using a pre-tested, semi-structured questionnaire and results were displayed. Setting: Tribal area of east Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh State, India Participants: Study subjects were selected by simple random method Results: Knowledge–practice gap for source of mosquito breeding 5.99%, for the prevention of mosquito breeding sources and for the implementation of minor engineering measures it is 10.51%. For bush cutting, the knowledge practice gap is -20.07%. For potted plants, the knowledge practice gap is -8.45%. For broken pots, it is 68.93%. IRS is performed outside the house not inside the house. The KAP-GAP for screening is nil. Covering oneself with a blanket to prevent man–mosquito contact is 6.96%. Conclusions: In our study, we found Know-do gap or KAP-GAP in all aspects of prevention of mosquito breeding places and personal protective measures. Regarding the interassociation among knowledge, attitudes and practices, they were associated with each other with significant difference.