Reasons for low long-lasting insecticide-treated net use and repurposing: qualitative study from southern Ethiopia.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs) are the main vector control tools and remain protective against malaria, even in the presence of high pyrethroid resistance. However, in sub-Saharan Africa, the estimated percentage of the population sleeping under LLINs is low. Hence, this qualitative study was conducted to explore perceptions about LLINs and the reasons for low LLIN use in southern Ethiopia.

Methods

Qualitative cross-sectional study was conducted in southern Ethiopia. Study areas were selected based on low LLIN use following a quantitative survey. Seven focus group discussions (FGDs) with a total of 52 discussants were conducted. Data were managed manually using Microsoft Word and were analyzed thematically.

Results

The themes that emerged were owner

SUBMITTER: Endriyas M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12408592 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature