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Knowledge, attitude, and practices regarding schistosomiasis and soil-transmitted helminthiasis contamination in the district of Ndikiniméki, Centre-Cameroon region.

Balifeli Bienvenu, Awono-Ambene Herman Parfait, Fru Chi Tchampo, Kengne Fokam Alvine Christelle, Djieukap Njieyap Laurelle, Fongang Tankou Juvenal Cruz, Taby Bidzogo Célestine Audrey, Djoufounna Joel, Joko Tamoufé Steve, Djepand Ngognouak Thierry and 3 more

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13 authors.

Balifeli BienvenuLaboratory of Parasitology and Ecology, Faculty of Science, University of Yaoundé I, Yaoundé, Cameroon.
Awono-Ambene Herman ParfaitInstitut de Recherche de Yaoundé (IRY), Organisation de Coordination pour la lutte contre les Endémies en Afrique Centrale, Yaoundé, Cameroon.
Fru Chi TchampoInstitut de Recherche de Yaoundé (IRY), Organisation de Coordination pour la lutte contre les Endémies en Afrique Centrale, Yaoundé, Cameroon.
Kengne Fokam Alvine ChristelleLaboratory of Parasitology and Ecology, Faculty of Science, University of Yaoundé I, Yaoundé, Cameroon.
Djieukap Njieyap LaurelleLaboratory of Parasitology and Ecology, Faculty of Science, University of Yaoundé I, Yaoundé, Cameroon.
Fongang Tankou Juvenal CruzLaboratory of Parasitology and Ecology, Faculty of Science, University of Yaoundé I, Yaoundé, Cameroon.
Taby Bidzogo Célestine AudreyLaboratory of Parasitology and Ecology, Faculty of Science, University of Yaoundé I, Yaoundé, Cameroon.
Djoufounna JoelVector Borne Diseases Laboratory of the Research Unit of Biology and Applied Ecology (VBIDRUBAE), Department of Animal Biology, Faculty of Science of the University of Dschang, Dschang, Cameroon.
Joko Tamoufé SteveInstitut de Recherche de Yaoundé (IRY), Organisation de Coordination pour la lutte contre les Endémies en Afrique Centrale, Yaoundé, Cameroon.
Djepand Ngognouak ThierryLaboratory of Parasitology and Ecology, Faculty of Science, University of Yaoundé I, Yaoundé, Cameroon.
Christophe AntonioNkondjioInstitut de Recherche de Yaoundé (IRY), Organisation de Coordination pour la lutte contre les Endémies en Afrique Centrale, Yaoundé, Cameroon.
Chinyere UkagaWigwe University Isiokpo, Rivers, Nigeria.
Tombi JeannetteLaboratory of Parasitology and Ecology, Faculty of Science, University of Yaoundé I, Yaoundé, Cameroon.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Objectives: Schistosomiasis (SCH) and soil-transmitted helminthiasis (STH) are significant public health concerns in Africa, necessitating targeted control strategies for vulnerable populations. This study assesses the knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding these diseases among residents of the Ndikiniméki district in Centre-Cameroon. Methods: Data were collected through a pre-designed questionnaire from June 2023 to April 2024, involving 756 respondents aged 15 years and over from 15 villages and seven neighborhoods. Results: The majority of participants were women (55.89%), with most falling in the 30-50 years age range. Only 5.42% and 39.42% demonstrated good knowledge of SCH and STH, respectively. Logistic regression analysis indicated that good knowledge was linked to living farther from watercourses (adjusted odds ratio [aOR]: 0.98, Conclusions: The findings highlight the need for comprehensive health education programs to enhance the prevention and control of these infections in rural communities.

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AttitudesKnowledgeNdikinimékiPracticesSchistosomiasisSoil-transmitted helminthiasis

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