Practices of herbal management of malaria among trading mothers in Shai Osudoku District, Accra.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Malaria is one of the leading causes of morbidity in the world. It is a significant health concern in most developing countries, including Ghana. Even though there are several orthodox medications used for decades in treating malaria effectively, a substantial number of individuals in developing countries are resorting to the use of herbs in the treatment of malaria. The study aim at exploring the practices of herbal management of malaria among trading mothers in Shai Osudoku District, Accra.

Methods

A qualitative approach with an exploratory, descriptive design was adopted in analyzing the research problem. Purposive sampling technique was used to select twenty (20) participants to partake in a face-face interview, guided by a semi-structured interview guide. The

SUBMITTER: Appiah EO 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9292099 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature