Browsing School of Public Health (Public-Health) by Subject "Indoor residual spraying"
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Comparison of malaria morbidity before and after indoor residual spraying in Kanungu District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2011-11)Background: Malaria remains one of the most serious global health problems and a leading cause of morbidity and mortality. Malaria causes more illness and death than any other single disease in Uganda. In Kanungu district, ... -
Effect of indoor residual spraying on malaria incidence rate in selected prison facilities of Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023)Background: Indoor residual spraying (IRS) is a powerful intervention for reducing adult mosquito vector density and reducing malaria transmission. Uganda Prison Services (UPS) had been implementing IRS in some facilities ... -
Factors influencing acceptance and utilization of ITNs and IRS as malaria vector control measures in Rakai District, Uganda.
(2008)Indoor residual spraying (IRS) and insecticide treated nets (ITNs) are the two recommended strategies promoted for scaling up malaria control in Rakai district. The question has been, How acceptable are these methods and ... -
Knowledge, perceptions, and practices on indoor residual spraying acceptance for malaria prevention in Dokolo district
(Makerere University, 2023-11-11)An estimated 3.4 billion people globally, are at risk of being infected with malaria and developing the disease, with children under five years being the most vulnerable, accounting for 67% of all the malaria deaths globally. ...