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ArticleParasite epidemiology and control2026

Physical integrity and bioefficacy of long-lasting insecticidal nets 18 months after use among Central African Republic refugees in Gado-Badzere, a high malaria burden camp in Cameroon.

Zidedine Nematchoua Weyou, Felicite Djemna Djieyep, Michel Lontsi-Demano, Idriss Nasser Ngangue-Siewe, Genevieve Tchigossou, Rene Ning Teh, Danahé Adanzounon, Helen Kuokuo Kimbi, Irene Ule Ngole Sumbele

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Zidedine Nematchoua WeyouDepartment of Animal Biology and Conservation (ABC), Faculty of Science, University of Buea, P.O Box 63, Buea, Cameroon.
Felicite Djemna DjieyepDepartment of Animal Biology and Conservation (ABC), Faculty of Science, University of Buea, P.O Box 63, Buea, Cameroon.
Michel Lontsi-DemanoAgroEcoHealth Unit, International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), 08Tri-Postal, Cotonou, P.O. Box 0932, Benin.
Idriss Nasser Ngangue-SieweLaboratory of Animal Biology and Physiology, University of Douala, P.O. Box 24157, Douala, Cameroon.
Genevieve TchigossouAgroEcoHealth Unit, International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), 08Tri-Postal, Cotonou, P.O. Box 0932, Benin.
Rene Ning TehDepartment of Animal Biology and Conservation (ABC), Faculty of Science, University of Buea, P.O Box 63, Buea, Cameroon.
Danahé AdanzounonAgroEcoHealth Unit, International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), 08Tri-Postal, Cotonou, P.O. Box 0932, Benin.
Helen Kuokuo KimbiDepartment of Animal Biology and Conservation (ABC), Faculty of Science, University of Buea, P.O Box 63, Buea, Cameroon.
Irene Ule Ngole SumbeleDepartment of Animal Biology and Conservation (ABC), Faculty of Science, University of Buea, P.O Box 63, Buea, Cameroon.

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Abstract

In Cameroon, long-lasting Insecticidal Nets (LLINs) are widely distributed as a key malaria control strategy. However, the proper use, maintenance and monitoring of their effectiveness remains a major challenge, especially in refugee settings. This study aimed to evaluate the physical condition and bioefficacy of LLINs used in households at the Gado-Badzere refugee camp in Eastern Cameroon. A cross-sectional study was conducted 18 months after LLINs distribution using a structured questionnaire to evaluate net usage and care. Physical integrity was assessed based on World Health Organisation (WHO) guidelines. WHO cone test was conducted to assess bed net efficacy against mosquitoes.

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BioefficacyCAR refugeesGado-BadzereLong-lasting insecticidal netMalaria

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PMCPMC13191624

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