Fascioliasis in north-central Vietnam: Assessing community knowledge, attitudes, and practices.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Fascioliasis, caused by Fasciola hepatica and Fasciola gigantica, is a zoonotic disease that significantly impacts public health in agricultural communities, particularly in Vietnam. This study aims to assess the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) regarding fascioliasis among residents in a rural community in Vietnam.

Methodology/principal findings

A cross-sectional study was conducted in Dong Thanh commune, north-central Vietnam. A random sample of 621 households was selected, and 1,398 individuals participated in this study. All participants were interviewed to assess their KAP regarding fascioliasis. Household heads were also interviewed about household practices, including life cycle knowledge, health-seeking behavior, water and sanitation practices, li

SUBMITTER: Quang VH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12313056 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature