Background In the absence of large scale, organized vector control programmes, individual
protective measures against mosquitoes are essential for reducing the transmission of …

Malaria‐related knowledge, attitudes and practices (KAP) were examined in a rural and
partly urban multiethnic population of Kossi province in north‐western Burkina Faso prior to …

Background: Malaria outbreaks are common in Zimbabwe. They are common in
Manicaland, which has the greatest burden of malaria in the country. Methods: A matched …

Malaria remains one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality in many tropical
countries with potential adverse effects on economic growth and development. Recognizing …

Background & objectives: Malaria is the leading cause of death in children under 5-yr of age
in the Republic of Guinea. This study aimed at investigating the knowledge, attitudes and …

Abstract Background In Tanzania there has been a downward trend in malaria prevalence
partly due to use of insecticide-treated bed nets for protection against Anopheles …

Background There is little information on the social perception of malaria and the use of
prevention methods in Cameroon. This study was designed to assess knowledge, attitude …

Background Integrated vector management (IVM) is recommended as a sustainable
approach to malaria control. IVM consists of combining vector control methods based on …

Background The effectiveness of malaria prevention with long-lasting insecticidal nets and
indoor residual spraying is limited by emerging insecticide resistance, evasive mosquito …

This paper addresses the problems of mosquito control in urban areas of Burkina Faso. The
main objectives are to examine relevant socio-cultural aspects in relation to a mosquito …