scholarly journals Malaria prevention strategies

2003 ◽  
Vol 67 (1) ◽  
pp. 137-148 ◽  
Author(s):  
M Cot ◽  
P Deloron
Keyword(s):  
Malaria Prevention ◽  
Prevention Strategies

scholarly journals Factors influencing the use of malaria prevention strategies by women in Senegal: a cross-sectional study

2017 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mouhamed Abdou Salam Mbengue ◽  
Amy K. Bei ◽  
Aminata Mboup ◽  
Ambroise Ahouidi ◽  
Moussa Sarr ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Malaria Prevention ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Prevention Strategies ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Factors Influencing

scholarly journals Knowledge and Social Beliefs of Malaria and Prevention Strategies Among Itinerant Nomadic Arabs, Fulanis and Dagazada groups in Chad: A Mixed Method Study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Azoukalné Moukénet ◽  
Honoré Beakgoubé ◽  
Helen Smith ◽  
Kebfene Moundine ◽  
Wang-Mbe Djonkamla ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Malaria Control ◽  
Malaria Prevention ◽  
Malaria Risk ◽  
Malaria Treatment ◽  
Social Representation ◽  
Malaria Episode ◽  
Prevention Strategies ◽  
Financial Barriers ◽  
Local Modes ◽  
Increased Risk

Abstract Background: Nomadic populations in Chad are at increased risk of contracting malaria because of their lifestyle. Being highly mobile they are often excluded from disease control programs, and access to preventive measures and treatment is more difficult. Effective malaria control interventions take account of local modes of transmission, patterns of care-seeking behavior and community perceptions of cause and prevention practices. There is currently little information about malaria knowledge and perceptions among nomadic groups in Chad, or their awareness of malaria control interventions and this study sought to address this knowledge gap. Methods: A mixed methods study, including a cross-sectional survey with men and women (n = 78) to determine the level of knowledge and use of malaria prevention strategies among Arabs, Peuls and Dagazada nomadic groups. Three focus group discussions were conducted with women to explore their representation of malaria and knowledge of preventive methods. Key informant interviews were held with leaders of nomadic groups (n = 6) to understand perception of malaria risk among itinerant communities.Results: nomads are aware of the risk of malaria, recognize the symptoms and have local explanations for the disease. Reported use of preventive interventions such as Seasonal Malaria Chemoprophylaxis (SMC) for children and Intermittent Preventive Treatment (IPT) of malaria in pregnancy was very low. However, 42.3% of respondents reported owning at least one LLIN and 60% said they slept under an LLIN the night before the survey. In case of a malaria episode, nomads seek clinicians, informal drug sellers in the street or market for self-medication, or traditional medicine depending on their financial means. Interviews with nomad leaders and discussions with women provide key themes on: (i) social representation of malaria risk and (ii) social representation of malaria and (iii) perspectives on malaria prevention and (iv) malaria treatment practices.Conclusion: The nomadic groups included in this study are aware of risk of malaria and their level of exposure. Local interpretations of the cause of malaria could be addressed through tailored and appropriate health education. Except for LLINs, malaria prevention interventions are not well known or used. Financial barriers lowered access to both mosquito nets and malaria treatment. Reducing the barriers highlighted in this study will improve access to the healthcare system for nomadic groups, and increase the opportunity to create awareness of and improve uptake of SMC and IPT among women and children.

scholarly journals Availability and utilization of malaria prevention strategies in pregnancy in eastern India

2010 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Blair J Wylie ◽  
Ahmar H Hashmi ◽  
Neeru Singh ◽  
Mrigendra P Singh ◽  
Jordan Tuchman ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Malaria Prevention ◽  
Eastern India ◽  
Prevention Strategies ◽  
In Pregnancy

scholarly journals Malaria prevention strategies and recommendations, from chemoprophylaxis to stand-by emergency treatment: a 10-year prospective study in a Swiss Travel Clinic

2017 ◽  
Vol 24 (5) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rim Boubaker ◽  
Annie Hérard Fossati ◽  
Pierrette Meige ◽  
Catherine Mialet ◽  
Chantal Ngarambe Buffat ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Prospective Study ◽  
Emergency Treatment ◽  
Malaria Prevention ◽  
Prevention Strategies ◽  
Travel Clinic

scholarly journals Malaria Prevention Strategies: Adherence Among Boston Area Travelers Visiting Malaria-Endemic Countries

2016 ◽  
Vol 94 (1) ◽  
pp. 136-142 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rhett J. Stoney ◽  
Elizabeth D. Barnett ◽  
Christine M. Benoit ◽  
Mary E. Wilson ◽  
William B. MacLeod ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Malaria Prevention ◽  
Prevention Strategies

scholarly journals Evaluation of malaria prevention strategies during pregnancy in Ndola, Zambia

2010 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mwamba Mulamba ◽  
Bob Mash
Keyword(s):  
Intermittent Preventive Treatment ◽  
Preventive Treatment ◽  
Malaria Prevention ◽  
Malaria Prevalence ◽  
Prevention Strategies ◽  
Blood Slide ◽  
Mosquito Nets ◽  
Catchment Areas ◽  
Malaria During Pregnancy ◽  
History Of

Background: Malaria in pregnancy is associated with many negative outcomes for the woman,foetus and neonate. Intermittent preventive treatment during pregnancy (IPTp) using three doses of sulfadoxine/pyrimethamine (SP), insecticide-treated mosquito nets (ITNs) and indoor residual spray (IRS), constitute the main strategies used to prevent malaria. The aim of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of these strategies for the reduction of malaria prevalence in pregnant women.Methods: A questionnaire on socio-demographic information, history of malaria during current pregnancy and prevention strategies used was administered to 450 consecutive patients admitted into labour wards at three local clinics. From the antenatal cards, information was collected on the last menstrual period, date of each dose of SP taken, gravidity, and HIV status. A blood slide to detect Plasmodium was then collected from each woman after consent.Results: Of the participants in the study, 2.4% had a positive blood slide at term and 15.8% reported malaria during pregnancy. All the participants took at least one dose of SP with 87.6% completing the stipulated three doses. The mean gestational ages for each dose were 22.1 (SD 4.6), 29.1 (SD 4.4)and 34.4 (SD 3.9) weeks for the first, second and third dose respectively. With regard to ITNs, 79.5% had one, but only 74.1% used it regularly. IRS was completed in all three of the clinics’ catchment areas. Only 23.4% used commercial insecticide.Conclusion: The measured prevalence of malaria at term in Ndola was remarkably low, although the self-reported rate during pregnancy was still high. The national targets for accessing IPTp were exceeded, although the timing of each dose needs to be improved. Access to ITNs was high, but usage needs to increase.

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