Affiliation:
1. Parasite Study Group, Federal University of Technology, Yola, Nigeria
Abstract
The effect of 3 types of intervention schemes on the scientific knowledge and attitude of Kanuri towards malaria, diarrhoea and dysentery and intestinal worms was assessed using the Likert scale response type statements. 1383 respondents in our identical Kanuri villages were used in the study. The effect of still pictures and card games (Goramari), drama songs, storytelling and discussions (Yerimari) and a combination of both (Shetimari) on knowledge and attitude was tested. Gotimari was used as the control. Quarterly assessment of changes in knowledge and attitude showed that Goramari was the least effective while Yerimari and Shetimari were the most effective. Women were more influenced than men by health education schemes which involve drama songs and stories while card games and still pictures had very little effect on them (women). The implication of these findings on disease management through health education is discussed.
Subject
Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health
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