Behavior of Controlling the Dengue Disease Vector through the One House One Jumantik Movement in Padang City: A Cross-sectional Study

Abstract

Introduction The control of dengue vectors to reduce the number of dengue cases requires the participation of all levels of society in its implementation. However, this vector control activity is still not running optimally, and many obstacles have been encountered in Padang City. Objective This research aims to further analyze the dominant factors that influence the implementation of dengue vector control behavior in the One House One Jumantik Movement in Padang City. Material and Methods A quantitative research approach was applied using a cross-sectional research design, conducted in Padang City in 2023, involving 99 samples. The sampling in this research was carried out using a proportional sampling technique. The data were collected using a questionnaire instrument through interview techniques. Data analysis used included the Chi-Square test for bivariate analysis and the logistic regression test for multivariate analysis. Results The results of the research show that there is a significant relationship between the factors of knowledge, attitude, availability of infrastructure, and the role of larva monitoring coordinator with dengue vector control behavior in the One House One Jumantik movement. Conclusion The availability of infrastructure is the dominant factor influencing dengue vector control behavior. It is necessary to design a comprehensive and integrated website-based digital application to improve the health information system and simplify the guidance and supervision efforts that must be carried out so that it can increase the active role of the community in the One House One Jumantik Movement.