Utilization of insecticide-treated bed nets and key factors among households in resource-limited settings, Northwest Ethiopia.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Insecticide-treated mosquito nets (ITNs) act as an essential tool in malaria prevention by serving as a physical barrier against the disease. In sub-Saharan Africa, the use of ITNs remains a cornerstone in efforts to reduce malaria transmission. Despite their importance, there is limited evidence on ITN utilization and the factors influencing their use in Ethiopia. The objective of this study was to assess utilization of insecticidal treated bed nets and its key factors among Households in resource-limited settings, Northwest, Ethiopia, in 2024.

Methods

A community-based cross-sectional study was carried out from January 30 to March, 2024. A total of 492 randomly selected Households were included. Data were acquired using a pre-tested structured questionnaire and

SUBMITTER: Teym A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12784607 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature