Malaria in Urban Kisangani: A Study of the Socio-Environmental Factors of Transmission
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Introduction
Malaria, despite progress made, remains a major public health issue in sub-Saharan Africa and the Democratic Republic of Congo, where it represents a considerable challenge, with intense transmission. Several studies have highlighted the importance of environmental and socio-economic factors in malaria transmission, but few in Kisangani.
Purpose
This study aims to identify the socio-economic and environmental factors that influence malaria transmission in urban Kisangani. This identification will allow for the proposal of adapted prevention strategies.
Methods
This will be an analytical cross-sectional study that will take place from December 1, 2023, to May 15, 2024. The statistical units within households will consist of household heads, pregnant women, and children aged 0 to 5 years. Using Schwartz's formula (z2pq)/d2) with an anticipated non-response rate of 5%, a sample of 403 households will be selected randomly and systematically. These will be guided interviews using a structured survey questionnaire on KoboCollect. Surveyors will administer these questionnaires and collect blood samples to assess malaria parasitemia. Data will be analyzed with STATA 13 software. Descriptive and inferential statistics will be used to describe the characteristics of the respondents and identify the factors associated with malaria transmission in urban areas.
Expected Results
The results will be presented in tables and graphs to describe the characteristics of the individuals, and a bivariate analysis will identify the associated factors.
Conclusion
This study will contribute to improving the understanding of malaria transmission in urban Kisangani and will provide essential information for more effective and locally adapted prevention strategies.
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Héritier Guld Amosi Kikwata, University of Kisangani, Kisangani, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Department of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy
Starmans Bofoe Lokango, University of Kisangani, Kisangani, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Professor, Faculty of Law
Venance Feruzi Kikuni, Higher Institute of Medical Techniques of Kisangani, Democrati Republic of the Congo
Department of Public Health
Lwanga Kakule Lwanga, University of Kisangani, Kisangani, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Department of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy
Dieu-Merci Kombozi Yaya, Higher Institute of Medical Techniques of Yangambi, Yangambi, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Department of Public Health
Théophile Yanyongo Twangaka, University of Kisangani, Kisangani, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Department of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy
Alliance Tagoto Tepungipame, University of Kisangani, Kisangani, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Department of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy
Eugene Basandja Longembe, University of Kisangani, Kisangani, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Department of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy
John Panda Lukongo Kitronza, University of Kisangani, Kisangani, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Department of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy
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