Preserving nets, protecting children: an evaluation of factors influencing the utilization and physical integrity of long-lasting insecticidal nets among under-five children in Osun State, Nigeria
Although LLIN ownership and reported use were high in this study, gaps exist between ownership and reported use of LLINs. About one-fourth of LLINs had poor physical integrity. To maximize LLIN effectiveness in households, it is important to ensure the continued free distribution of nets and emphasize messages to parents/guardians on proper care, maintenance, and use of nets.
Authors
- Bamgboye M Afolabi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6467-3496)
- Temitope Olumuyiwa Ojo (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1899-5213)
- Adebayo J. Bello (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6731-2047)
- Baderinwa Opeyemi Akanji (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0741-1622)
- Olufemi Oroge
Institutions
- Osun State University (NG)
- Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospitals Complex (NG)
- Obafemi Awolowo University (NG)
- Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NG)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Malaria Journal
- Published
- 2024-11-05
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s12936-024-05149-w
- Primary Topic
- Mosquito-borne diseases and control
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- Carnegie Corporation of New York
- Styrelsen för Internationellt Utvecklingssamarbete