Author:
Djoufounna Joel,Bamou Roland,Mayi Marie Paul Audrey,Kala-Chouakeu Nelly Armanda,Tabue Raymond,Awono-Ambene Parfait,Achu-Fosah Dorothy,Antonio-Nkondjio Christophe,Tchuinkam Timoléon
Abstract
Abstract
Background
To contribute to the mission of the National Malaria Control Programme (NMCP) and guide future interventions in Cameroon in general, and in Makenene in particular, this study assessed the knowledge, attitudes and practices of the population of Makenene towards the fight against malaria.
Methods
Using a semi-structured questionnaire, a descriptive cross-sectional household community survey was carried out in randomly selected households in Makenene, a locality situated between forest and savannah ecotypes.
Results
Out of the 413 households surveyed, all (100%) claimed to have heard of malaria with over 94% (n = 391) associating disease transmission with mosquito bites. The main mosquito control tools used in the area were mosquito nets (92.25%). The majority of participants had good knowledge (55.93%; n = 231), good practices (71.67%, n = 296) but moderate attitudes (47.94%; n = 198) towards malaria control and fight. Good knowledge and practices were recorded mostly in educated persons including public servants and students. Good attitudes were adopted mostly by public servants and students of secondary and higher levels of education.
Conclusion
In Makenene, the population exhibits good knowledge and practices towards malaria and its control. However, despite high LLINs ownership and use, people still complain about malaria in the area. Control tools should be monitored, repaired or replaced when necessary to support the achievement of the NMCP mission.
Funder
This study did not receive funding for any sources or agency
Publisher
Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Subject
Infectious Diseases,Parasitology
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