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Pilot introduction of long-lasting insecticidal nets and hammock nets in the indigenous Comarca of Guna Yala, Panama [PDF]

Malaria Journal
Background After almost 70 years of using indoor residual spraying (IRS) as the primary intervention for malaria vector control, the Republic of Panama wanted to evaluate the operational feasibility and acceptability of distributing long-lasting ...
A. Oscar E. González, Carmen Perez, Tania Blanco, Cipriano Ayarza, Santiago Chérigo, Mario Ávila, Lucía Fernández Montoya, Nicholas A. Presley, Bernardo García Espinosa, Mariela Mosquera Renteria   +9 more
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Modelling the effect of long-lasting insecticidal nets on malaria transmission dynamics in Kebbi State, Nigeria [PDF]

Infectious Disease Modelling
Background/aim: Malaria, in Nigeria, is a disease of public health concern that has caused both morbidity and mortality, with the highest prevalence in Kebbi State.
Emmanuel A. Bakare, Idowu I. Olasupo, Micheal Imoudu, Afeez Abidemi, Deborah O. Daniel, Samuel A. Osikoya, Oluwaseun A. Mogbojuri, Aaron O. Nwana, Dolapo O. Oniyelu, Ronke D. Olorunfemi, Oluwafemi Samson Olagbami, Dorcas O. Agboola, Steven I. Ikediashi, Ayomide Adedeji, Oluwaponmile Ikuseka, Micheal Fadairo, Odunayo Odewale, Ifeoma Goodness Onwuka, Aurel Hansinon, Dolapo A. Bakare, Lisa J. White, Nakul Chitnis, Olusola Oresanya, Chukwu Okoronkwo, Eze Nelson, Segun Kosoko, Gabriel I. Ogban   +26 more
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Barriers of persistent long-lasting insecticidal nets utilization in Northwest Ethiopia: a qualitative study [PDF]

BMC Public Health
Background Malaria continues a significant public health challenge in Ethiopia, with Long-Lasting Insecticidal Nets (LLINs) proving effective in reducing transmission.
Amlaku Nigusie Yirsaw, Resom Berhe Gebremariam, Wallelign Alemnew Getnet, Adane Nigusie, Gebeyehu Lakew, Eyob Getachew, Demis Getachew, Abiyu Abadi Tareke, Muhabaw Shumye Mihret   +8 more
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Under utilization of long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs) is challenging malaria elimination program in Ethiopia: a systematic review and meta-analysis [PDF]

BMC Public Health
Background Malaria is one of the most common causes of morbidity and mortality in developing countries including Ethiopia. Mass distribution of insecticide-treated nets and indoor residual spray for high malaria risk groups are the major prevention ...
Fekade Demeke Bayou, Natnael Kebede, Yawkal Tsega, Shambel Nigussie, Temesgen Dessalegn Legassu, Amare Muche, Ayana Alebachew Muluneh, Fanos Yeshanew Ayele   +7 more
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Evaluation of household coverage with long-lasting insecticidal nets in central Côte d’Ivoire [PDF]

Malaria Journal
Background To reduce malaria burden in Côte d'Ivoire, the Ministry of Health aims for 90% of its population to possess one long-lasting insecticidal net (LLIN) for every two persons by 2025.
Colette Sih, Serge B. Assi, Benoit Talbot, Edouard Dangbenon, Manisha A. Kulkarni, Alphonsine A. Koffi, Ludovic P. Ahoua Alou, Louisa A. Messenger, Marius Gonse Zoh, Soromane Camara, Natacha Protopopoff, Raphael N’Guessan, Jackie Cook   +12 more
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Factors associated with the use of long-lasting insecticidal nets in pregnant women and mothers with children under five years of age in Gaza province, Mozambique. [PDF]

PLOS Global Public Health
Malaria remains a major public health concern worldwide. Malaria is endemic in Mozambique, with seasonal fluctuations throughout the country. Although the number of malaria cases in Mozambique have dropped by 11% from 2020 to 2021, there are still ...
Amancio Vicente Nhangave, Isabelle Munyangaju, Dulce Osório, Edy Nacarapa, Sozinho Ndima, Alfa Moiane, Ismail Chiposse, Izaidino Muchanga, Abuchahama Saifodine   +8 more
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LLIN Evaluation in Uganda Project (LLINEUP): modelling the impact of COVID-19-related disruptions on delivery of long-lasting insecticidal nets on malaria indicators in Uganda [PDF]

Malaria Journal
Background Disruptions in malaria control due to COVID-19 mitigation measures were predicted to increase malaria morbidity and mortality in Africa substantially. In Uganda, long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs) are distributed nationwide every 3–4 years,
Jaffer Okiring, Samuel Gonahasa, Catherine Maiteki-Sebuguzi, Agaba Katureebe, Irene Bagala, Peter Mutungi, Simon P. Kigozi, Jane F. Namuganga, Joaniter I. Nankabirwa, Moses R. Kamya, Martin J. Donnelly, Thomas S. Churcher, Sarah G. Staedke, Ellie Sherrard-Smith   +13 more
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Preserving nets, protecting children: an evaluation of factors influencing the utilization and physical integrity of long-lasting insecticidal nets among under-five children in Osun State, Nigeria [PDF]

Malaria Journal
Background Malaria remains a significant public health challenge in Africa where it is the most important vector-borne disease. Nigeria bears the largest burden, with pregnant women and children under 5 years being more affected.
Olufemi Oroge, Temitope Olumuyiwa Ojo, Baderinwa Opeyemi Akanji, Bamgboye Morakinyo Afolabi, Akeem Babatunde Bello   +4 more
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Malaria burden and costs of intensified control in Bhutan, 2006–14: an observational study and situation analysis

The Lancet Global Health, 2016
Introduction: The number of malaria cases has fallen in Bhutan in the past two decades, and the country has a goal of complete elimination of malaria by 2016.
Kinley Wangdi, MSc, Cathy Banwell, PhD, Michelle L Gatton, PhD, Gerard C Kelly, PhD, Rinzin Namgay, BSc, Archie C A Clements, PhD   +5 more
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Evidence of high bed net usage from a list randomization experiments in rural Gambia

Malaria Journal, 2020
Background Recording behaviours that have the potential to impact health can be doubly challenging if the behaviour takes place in private spaces that cannot be observed directly, and where respondents answer what they think the recorder may want to hear.
Joe Brew, Margaret Pinder, Umberto D’Alessandro, Steven W. Lindsay, Caroline Jones, Elisa Sicuri   +5 more
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