Sustainable Dengue Prevention and Management: Integrating Dengue Vaccination Strategies with Population Perspectives.

ABSTRACT: The GEMKAP study (2023) unveiled consistent knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) levels across Asia-Pacific (APAC) and Latin America (LATAM) countries regarding dengue, with variations in the willingness to vaccinate. Despite an overall KAP parity, the disparities within and between the countries indicated the need for both overarching and tailored strategies. Population-wide gaps in dengue awareness result in suboptimal vaccination priorities and preventive measures. This commentary delves into identifying the drivers and barriers for implementing a multi-pronged dengue prevention and management program, emphasizing the pivotal role of vaccination alongside education and vector control. Drawing on expert interviews in APAC and LATAM, informed by the Consolidated Framework for Implement

SUBMITTER: Shafie AA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10892244 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature