Knowledge, awareness and preventative practices regarding dengue fever among the adult population in Kassala city 2024.
Knowledge, awareness and preventative practices regarding dengue fever among the adult population in Kassala city 2024.
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Date
2024
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Duaa Abdualrahman Ahmed Abdualrahman
Esraa Mustafa Adam Abd Allah
Shahd Magdi Mohamed Elmutwakil Mustafa
Nibras Fath Elrahman Mohammed Ahmed Altayeb
Mohja Saif Aldeen Altayeb Abdullah
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Napata College
Abstract
Background: Dengue fever is a prevalent arthropod-borne disease spread through the bites of
Aedes mosquitoes, with Aedes aegypti being the primary vector. The virus is a non-segmented,
positive single-stranded, enveloped RNA virus belonging to the genus Flavivirus of the family
Flaviviridae. It is primarily found in tropical and subtropical countries, primarily in urban and
semi-urban environments. The incidence of dengue fever has dramatically increased globally,
with an estimated 100400 million new cases reported annually. The virus can be caused by one
of four genetically related serotypes (DENV-1-4). Early diagnosis has a significant positive
impact on patient recovery following appropriate case management. Dengue fever has a negative
linear economic impact due to the spread of complex factors associated with its resurgence, such
as rapid population growth, unplanned urbanization, and increased international travel. Since
there is no specific medication for treating dengue therfore, the community's knowledge,
attitudes, and practices are essential for effective prevention.
Objectives: To assess Knowledge, awareness and preventative practice of people about
dengue fever in Kassala-2024.
Method: is an cross sectional study conducted in kassala city, during the period from (25 May
2024 to 15 August 2024), which include 288 individuals (133 males and 155 females). Data was
analyzed using SPSS.
Result: The study found that younger females (70% aged 18-23) had a higher understanding of
dengue fever than males (50%). They learned about the disease from family and friends, while
males were more likely to learn through social media. Females were more aware of mosquitoes
transmitting the disease, while males were more likely to learn about it through social media.
Both genders identified fever as a primary symptom, but there were no significant differences in
recognizing other symptoms. Females were more aware of prevention methods like mosquito
nets.
Conclusion: Survey participants were knowledgeable about dengue fever, but less about
mosquito breeding grounds, vector habits, and symptoms. Misunderstandings about antibiotic
usage and treatment were prevalent. Education and awareness programs needed.
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