Evaluating Public Awareness and Preventive Actions for Dengue Fever in Sudan Amidst Ongoing Crises

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Status: Completed

Conditions: Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever; Awareness

Treatments: Other: No intervention

Study type: Observational

Funder types: Other

Identifiers

NCT07205848

24009

Details and patient eligibility

About

This study evaluates the awareness of dengue fever and preventive measures among Sudanese people during the war. It assesses knowledge, awareness, implementation of prevention, access to healthcare, community involvement, and the link between knowledge and practice. The findings aim to enhance disease control strategies in conflict settings.

Full description

This study aims to evaluate the level of awareness of dengue fever and preventive measures among the Sudanese population during the war. The research focuses on understanding public knowledge, awareness, and the implementation of preventive actions in a conflict setting, aligning with various Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

The specific objectives include:

1. Measuring the knowledge level of the Sudanese population regarding dengue fever during the war (SDG 3, 4).
2. Evaluating awareness of preventive measures against dengue fever (SDG 3, 6).
3. Assessing the extent to which preventive measures are implemented (SDG 3, 11).
4. Investigating access to healthcare facilities during the dengue fever outbreak (SDG 3, 10).
5. Identifying the role of community participation in controlling the outbreak (SDG 3, 17).
6. Examining the correlation between knowledge levels and the implementation of preventive measures (SDG 3).

By addressing these objectives, the study aims to provide insights into public health challenges and community responses during the war, contributing to improved disease control strategies in conflict-affected areas

Enrollment: 164 patients

Sex: All

Ages: 17+ years old

Volunteers: Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Inclusion and exclusion criteria

- Inclusion Criteria: Sudanese nationals with internet access Residents in any part of Sudan age above or equal 17 years Individuals willing to participate

- Exclusion Criteria: Non Sudanese nationals. Sudanese nationals with no internet access Residence outside Sudan age less than 17 years

Trial design

164 participants in 1 patient group

Sudanese nationals with internet access

Description:

Sudanese nationals with internet access

Treatment:

Other: No intervention