Utilization of health belief model in comprehending diarrheal disease dynamics: a case of cryptosporidiosis in Uganda.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Diarrheal diseases contribute greatly to the reported global childhood mortality and morbidity with related social, economic consequences. This study was conducted to analyze the utilization of the Health Belief Model (HBM) theory to comprehend diarrheal disease dynamics in Uganda.

Methods

Our study utilized a qualitative cross-sectional design among adult livestock farmers in selected farming communities. A total of 80 individuals were recruited and interviewed through Focus Discussion Groups (FDGs) (n = 6) and Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) (n = 8) to evaluate diarrheal disease dynamics. The scope of dynamics included but not limited to exposure risks, knowledge, and attitudes. Our results were presented using the five (5) constructs of the HBM.

Results

SUBMITTER: Kankya C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9628109 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature