scholarly journals Knowledge of Antimalarials and Health Seeking Behaviour of Households in Case of Suspected Malaria in Democratic Republic of the Congo

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nsengi Yumva Ntamabyaliro ◽  
Christian Burri ◽  
Yves Ntamba Lula ◽  
Daniel Isosho ◽  
Aline Biongo Engo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Secondary School ◽  
Democratic Republic ◽  
Health Centers ◽  
Health Seeking Behaviour ◽  
Health Seeking ◽  
Self Medication ◽  
Level Of Education ◽  
Catholic Religion ◽  
Republic Of The Congo ◽  
Good Behaviour

(1) Background: The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is heavily affected by malaria despite availability of effective treatments. Ignorance and unrecommended behaviour toward a suspected malaria case in households may contribute to this problem. (2) Method: In communities of one rural and one urban Health Centers in each of the 11 previous provinces of DRC, all households with a case of malaria in the 15 days prior to the survey were selected. The patient or caregiver (responder) were interviewed. Logistic regression was used to assess predictors of knowledge of recommended antimalarials and good behaviour in case of suspected malaria. (3) Results: 1,732 households participated; about 62% (1060/1721) of the responders were informed about antimalarials, 70.1% (742/1059) knew the recommended antimalarial and 58.6% (995/1699) resorted on self-medication. Predictors of knowledge of antimalarials were education to secondary school or university, information from media and smaller households. Predictors of good behaviour were catholic religion and smaller households. Receiving information from CHW failed to be determinants of knowledge or adequate attitude. (4) Conclusion: malaria control in DRC is hampered by ignorance and non-adherence to national recommendations. These aspects are influenced by unsuccessful communication, size of households and level of education.

scholarly journals Knowledge of Antimalarials and Health Seeking Behaviour of Households in Case of Suspected Malaria in Democratic Republic of the Congo

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
pp. 157
Author(s):  
Nsengi Y. Ntamabyaliro ◽  
Christian Burri ◽  
Yves N. Lula ◽  
Daniel Ishoso ◽  
Aline B. Engo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Secondary School ◽  
Democratic Republic ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
Health Seeking Behaviour ◽  
Health Seeking ◽  
Self Medication ◽  
Level Of Education ◽  
Catholic Religion ◽  
Republic Of The Congo ◽  
Good Behaviour

(1) Background: The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is heavily affected by malaria despite availability of effective treatments. Ignorance and unrecommended behaviour toward a suspected malaria case in households may contribute to this problem. (2) Method: In communities of one rural and one urban Health Centres in each of the 11 previous provinces of DRC, all households with a case of malaria in the 15 days prior to the survey were selected. The patient or caregiver (responder) were interviewed. Logistic regression was used to assess predictors of knowledge of recommended antimalarials and adequate behaviour in case of suspected malaria. (3) Results: 1732 households participated; about 62% (1060/1721) of the responders were informed about antimalarials, 70.1% (742/1059) knew the recommended antimalarials and 58.6% (995/1699) resorted to self-medication. Predictors of knowledge of antimalarials were education to secondary school or university, information from media and smaller households. Predictors of good behaviour were Catholic religion and smaller households. Receiving information from Community Health Workers (CHWs) failed to be determinants of knowledge or adequate behaviour. (4) Conclusion: malaria control in DRC is hampered by ignorance and non-adherence to national recommendations. These aspects are influenced by unsuccessful communication, size of households and level of education.

scholarly journals First recourse for care-seeking and associated factors among rural populations in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Wyvine Ansima Bapolisi ◽  
Hermès Karemere ◽  
Freddy Ndogozi ◽  
Aimé Cikomola ◽  
Ghislain Kasongo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Service ◽  
Service Use ◽  
Democratic Republic ◽  
Health Centers ◽  
Morbidity Rate ◽  
Sample Population ◽  
Fisher Exact Test ◽  
Level Of Education ◽  
Republic Of The Congo ◽  
The Cost

Abstract Background Access to quality healthcare is a global fundamental human right. However, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, several parameters affect the choices of health service users in fragile, rural contexts (zones). The overarching aim of this study was to identify the first recourse of healthcare-seeking and the determinants of utilization of health centers (primary health care structures) in the rural health zones of Katana and Walungu. Methods A cross-sectional survey was conducted from June to September 2017. Consenting respondents comprised 1751 adults. Continuous data were summarized using means (standard deviation) and medians (interquartile range). We used Pearson’s chi-square test and Fisher exact test to compare proportions. Logistic regression was run to assess socio-determinants of health center utilization. Results The morbidity rate of the sample population for the previous month was 86.4% (n = 1501) of which 60% used health centers for their last morbid episode and 20% did not. 5.3% of the respondents patronized prayer rooms and 7.9% resorted to self-medication principally because the cost was low, or the services were fast. Being female (OR: 1.51; p = 0.005) and a higher level of education (OR: 1.79; p = 0.032) were determinants of the use of health centers in Walungu. Only the level of education was associated with the use of health centers in Katana (OR: 2.78; p = 0.045). Conclusion Our findings suggest that health centers are the first recourse for the majority of the population during an illness. However, a significant percentage of patients are still using traditional healers or prayer rooms because the cost is low. Our results suggest that future interventions to encourage integrated health service use should target those with lower levels of education.

scholarly journals Health-seeking behaviour in the city of Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo: results from a cross-sectional household survey

2014 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mukalenge F Chenge ◽  
Jean Van der Vennet ◽  
Numbi O Luboya ◽  
Veerle Vanlerberghe ◽  
Mala A Mapatano ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Democratic Republic ◽  
Household Survey ◽  
Health Seeking Behaviour ◽  
Health Seeking ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Republic Of The Congo ◽  
The City

scholarly journals Assessment of health seeking behaviour and self-medication among general public in the state of Penang, Malaysia

2017 ◽  
Vol 15 (3) ◽  
pp. 991-991 ◽  
Author(s):  
Omar T. Dawood ◽  
Mohamed A. Hassali ◽  
Fahad Saleem ◽  
Inas R. Ibrahim ◽  
Aseel H. Abdulameer ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
General Public ◽  
The State ◽  
Health Seeking Behaviour ◽  
Health Seeking ◽  
Self Medication

Health-seeking behaviour and practices among immigrant retail traders in an urban setting in North-Western Ghana

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Elijah Yendaw ◽  
Anthony Mwinilanaa Tampah-Naah
Keyword(s):  
Health Facility ◽  
Urban Setting ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Care Seeking ◽  
Snowball Sampling ◽  
Health Seeking Behaviour ◽  
Health Seeking ◽  
Self Medication ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Content Type

Purpose This study aims to investigate the health-care-seeking behaviour and practices of West African migrants who reside and operate in Wa, Ghana, as itinerant retailers. Design/methodology/approach The study was cross-sectional and used the quantitative research approach. The analysis was done on a target population comprising 122 itinerant immigrant retail traders in Wa, Ghana. Fisher’s exact test and logistic regression were used to analyse the data. Findings Malaria was the commonest disease among them. Five in ten of the migrants preferred to report malaria episodes to a private health facility than to a government facility. Significant associations were identified between four dimensions (health facility, self-medication, home remedy and consult others) of health-seeking behaviour, and some background characteristics. The main reason why migrants prefer government health facilities was because of their better health personnel. They self-medicated because of easy accessibility of over-the-counter medicine shops. Also, when ill, the migrants usually consulted family members who would be in a position to take them home when their ailment worsens. Research limitations/implications Snowball sampling was used to select the respondents which could potentially lead to a sample that is not fully representative of the population in general. Originality/value Studies concerning migration and health in Ghana have been focused on internal migrants. Yet, minority immigrant traders equally encounter adverse health conditions but limited studies have been conducted to espouse their health-seeking behaviour. This study imperatively contributes to the subject matter that has limited literature in the country.

scholarly journals Factors Influencing Tuberculosis Knowledge among TB Patients in Gakenke District, Rwanda

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (3) ◽  
pp. 19-31
Author(s):  
Innocent Hakizimana ◽  
Erigene Rutayisire
Keyword(s):  
Health Sector ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Health Centers ◽  
Good Knowledge ◽  
Health Seeking Behaviour ◽  
Health Seeking ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Descriptive Research ◽  
Factors Influencing ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

Knowledge of tuberculosis has been shown to influence health seeking behaviour. The study aim was to assess knowledge of tuberculosis and identify the associated factors. This study was a cross sectional descriptive research design with quantitative approach. The target population was the TB patients visited health facilities in Gakenke District. A sample of 376 TB patients was randomly selected from three health centers. Interview-administrated structured questionnaire was used to collect data from 376 TB patients. Data was analyzed with SPSS-version 22. The study protocol was approved by Mount Kenya University Rwanda. The majority of respondents 71.0% were male, 51.6% were aged 45 years and above, 81.9% were married, and 65.2% had completed primary education. Few respondents identified a germ as the cause of TB (24.7%). This study revealed that 54.3% of TB patients had good knowledge about TB. The findings from multivariate analysis show that male were three times more likely to have good knowledge about TB compared to female (AOR=3.31, 95%CI: 1.98-5.53, p<0.001). Compared to TB patients aged 45 years and above, respondents aged 25-34 years old were more likely to have good knowledge about TB (AOR=38.71, 95%CI: 9.22-162.48, p<0.001). TB patients who live between 2-5 km from nearest health facility were more likely to have good knowledge about TB compared to those who live at more than 5 km (AOR=33.58, 95%CI: 14.95-74.40, p<0.001). The ministry of health and other stakeholders in health sector need to continue the interventions that aim to reduce TB infection.

scholarly journals Health-Seeking Behaviour of Brothel-Based Female Sex Workers in the Management of Sexually Transmitted Infections in Urban Communities of Ogun State, Nigeria

2016 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Sex Workers ◽  
Perceived Risk ◽  
Female Sex Workers ◽  
Signs And Symptoms ◽  
Educational Interventions ◽  
Health Seeking Behaviour ◽  
Health Seeking ◽  
Self Medication ◽  
Female Sex ◽  
Ogun State

Objective: This study examined the the health-seeking behaviour of female sex workers (FSWs) in the management of STIs. Methods: One hundred and thirty-one FSWs were interviewed using semi-structured questionnaires in Ogun State, South-West Nigeria. Results: Most (87.8%) of respondents interviewed knew condom use as the most effective way STIs including HIV can be prevented. About 24.0% and 94.0% of respondents consistently used condom during each round of sex with their regular/trusted sex partners and clients that ranged from2 to 9 and an average of 5 daily. Low (16.0%) self-perceived risk of STIs/HIV was reported among the FSWs despite their high-risk sexual activity. More than half of the respondents had good knowledge of signs and symptoms of STIs. In contrast, none of them knew that STIs can be asymptomatic. About 23.0% of the respondents have had STIs with 30.0% of these being recurring infections. Good health seeking behaviour was exhibited by respondents as most sought diagnosis (43.3%) and treatment (66.7%) for past STIs from medical doctors although many self-medication before reporting at the hospital for treatment. Moreover, 80.9% of respondents reported that they subject themselves to periodical medical examination. Conclusion: Results suggest the need for more educational interventions targeting this group emphasizing their high susceptibility to STIs/HIV, the significance of correct and consistent use of condoms for the prevention of STIs/HIV and the consequences of self-diagnosis and medication for STIs reported by many of the respondents.

scholarly journals Factors Influencing Compliance and Health Seeking Behaviour for Hypertension in Mukono and Buikwe in Uganda: A Qualitative Study

2018 ◽  
Vol 2018 ◽  
pp. 1-13 ◽  
Author(s):  
Geofrey Musinguzi ◽  
Sibyl Anthierens ◽  
Fred Nuwaha ◽  
Jean-Pierre Van Geertruyden ◽  
Rhoda K. Wanyenze ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Antihypertensive Drugs ◽  
Herbal Remedies ◽  
Global Public Health ◽  
Health Seeking Behaviour ◽  
Hypertension Control ◽  
Health Seeking ◽  
Self Medication ◽  
Factors Influencing ◽  
Cardiovascular Morbidity And Mortality

Background and Methods. Hypertension is a global public health challenge and a leading risk factor for cardiovascular morbidity and mortality. Hypertension control rates are low worldwide, and delay in seeking care is associated with increased mortality. Methods. In a qualitative study, known hypertensive patients were interviewed to explore factors influencing compliance and health seeking behaviour (HSB). Data was analyzed following a semantic thematic analysis approach. Results. Patients sought various channels of care for their hypertension. Self-medication and access to antihypertensive drugs with or without prescription were common as well as use of herbal remedies. Regular monitoring of blood pressure was not a common practice. Factors influencing HSB were related to health systems and the patient socioeconomic and structural environment. The main system issues were related to availability and attitudes of staff and shortage of supplies and medicines. The patient factors were related to awareness, perceived severity, perceived effectiveness of therapy, adverse effects, and perceived fears of lifelong dependence on medicines. The patient socioeconomic status played a role as did the marketing of traditional medicine. Conclusion. Patients seek varied channels of care for their hypertension. Strategies to address the multifactorial dimensions that affect HSB are needed to improve hypertension control in this population.

Maternal Health-Seeking Behavior and Associated Factors in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

2021 ◽  
pp. 109019812110104
Author(s):  
Fuyu Guo ◽  
Huayi Xiong ◽  
Xinran Qi ◽  
Rie Takesue ◽  
Siyu Zou, BM ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Maternal Health ◽  
Health Knowledge ◽  
Democratic Republic ◽  
Multinomial Logistic Regression ◽  
Maternal Health Services ◽  
Service Users ◽  
Health Seeking ◽  
Health Seeking Behavior ◽  
Seeking Behavior ◽  
Republic Of The Congo

Maternal health-seeking behavior (MHSB) is crucial for maternal health. However, little is known about MHSB in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). This study aims to evaluate the situation and socioeconomic associates of MHSB in the DRC. Based on the responses of 8,360 participants in a nationally representative survey, we adopted a K-modes cluster analysis algorithm to categorize women into three groups (i.e., infrequent service-users, partial service-users, and full service-users) according to their recent MHSB. Multinomial logistic regression was applied to identify the associated predictors of MHSB. The results show that most women (90.29%) did not receive integral maternal health services, including antenatal care, institutional delivery, and postnatal care. Compared with their counterparts, women who received higher maternal educational attainment, had good HIV-related knowledge, lived in urban regions, and lived in wealthier households were more likely to be partial service-users or full service-users. Women exposed to mass media at least once a week were more likely to be full service-users rather than infrequent service-users. The majority of participants who lived in Kasai and near provinces were infrequent service-users, indicating poor MHSB status in the region. Interventions to promote maternal health knowledge and awareness are highly recommended to improve MHSB in the DRC.

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