Exploring influencing factors affecting preventive behaviours of Plasmodium knowlesi malaria among at-risk communities: an application of the nominal group technique.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Malaria remains a major public health issue in Southeast Asia, with Plasmodium knowlesi (P. knowlesi) emerging as a growing threat. Despite intensified prevention and control efforts, populations in this region remain highly vulnerable to this zoonotic disease, driven by the complex interactions between primates, mosquitoes, and humans. This study aims to explore understanding of the factors affecting communities vulnerable to P. knowlesi malaria and their preventive behaviours, tailored to the local context.

Methodology

A group of participants with substantial expertise and experience in malaria programme implementation and field operations were assembled. Utilizing the Nominal Group Technique (NGT), a validated and systematic approach for facilitating group di

SUBMITTER: Md Hanif SA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12908373 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature