Gaps in dengue fever knowledge, attitudes, and practices among healthcare professionals in southeastern Iran.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Dengue fever (DF) is one of the most important arboviral diseases and causes significant morbidity and mortality worldwide. Healthcare professionals (HCps) play a crucial role in the prevention, diagnosis, and control of DF. This study aims to assess the knowledge, attitude, and practices (KAP) of HCPs regarding DF management in Kerman Province, southeastern Iran.

Materials and methods

This cross-sectional analytical study was conducted from April to August 2024 in Kerman Province, southeastern Iran. Healthcare professionals (HCPs) from different occupational categories participated. Data were collected using a Persian online questionnaire (www.porsline.ir) covering demographic characteristics and KAP related to DF. The survey link was distributed via social media

SUBMITTER: Abassi M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12919928 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature