Household practices and infrastructure associated with high Plasmodium falciparum infection rates among children under five years old in Northern Uganda.

ABSTRACT:

Background

It remains unclear how household structure and practices can contribute to Uganda's goal of becoming a malaria-free nation by 2040. Effective malaria prevention and control require the implementation of measures such as long-lasting insecticidal nets, indoor residual spraying (IRS), treatment with artemisinin-based combination therapy (ACT), maintaining suitable housing structures, and practicing environmental management at the household level. This study examines household structure and practices related to malaria prevalence in children under five years old, as well as prevention and control efforts across five districts in Northern Uganda.

Methods

A cross-sectional survey was conducted in five districts (Gulu, Omoro, Amuru, Pader, and Lamwo) from November 2022

SUBMITTER: Echodu R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12145591 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature