Knowledge, perception and preventive practices of Lassa fever among mothers of under-five children in an endemic community in Edo State, Nigeria.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Lassa fever is an acute viral hemorrhagic disease endemic to West Africa, particularly Nigeria. Despite efforts to control its spread, gaps in knowledge and preventive behaviours remain, particularly among mothers of young children. This study assessed the knowledge, perception, and preventive practices regarding Lassa fever among mothers of under-five children in Esan Central Local Government Area, Edo State, Nigeria.

Methods

A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 130 mothers with children under five using a structured interviewer-administered questionnaire. Participants were selected using a multi-stage sampling technique. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 30, employing descriptive and inferential statistics to assess the associations betwee

SUBMITTER: Saka SA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11874641 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature