The evaluation of awareness, attitude, and performance of the residents of Bandar Abbas in relation to preventive behaviors and methods for controlling dengue fever

Dengue fever is a rapidly spreading viral disease transmitted by mosquitoes, and it is becoming a global concern. This study aimed to assess the awareness, attitude, and performance of the people in Hormozgan province in carrying out preventive behaviors and dengue fever control methods. This descri...

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Published in:BMC research notes 2024-12, Vol.17 (1), p.376-7
Main Authors: Hassani, Laleh, Yari, Asiyeh, Shahabi, Nahid, Mohseni, Shokrollah, Shahi, Mehran
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adolescent
Adult
Aged
Analysis
Attitude
Awareness
Bandar Abbas
Bites and stings
Dengue
Dengue - epidemiology
Dengue - prevention & control
Dengue Fever
Disease transmission
Education
Female
Health Behavior
Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice
Humans
Iran
Male
Methods
Middle Aged
Research Note
Surveys and Questionnaires
Young Adult
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Summary:Dengue fever is a rapidly spreading viral disease transmitted by mosquitoes, and it is becoming a global concern. This study aimed to assess the awareness, attitude, and performance of the people in Hormozgan province in carrying out preventive behaviors and dengue fever control methods. This descriptive-analytical study was conducted in 1401 in Bandar Abbas, Iran. A total of 642 men and women participated in the study, and a researcher-made questionnaire was used to collect data on demographic information, awareness, attitude, and performance. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics. The study included 642 citizens of Bandar Abbas, with the majority being male. The average scores for awareness, attitude, and performance were relatively low, indicating insufficient knowledge and weak preventive behaviors regarding dengue fever. The findings suggest a need for educational programs to increase awareness and preventive behaviors among the citizens, especially in essential areas such as protected coverage against mosquito bites and inspection of water accumulation sites in homes. It is also important for health centers and mass media to provide more information and education about dengue fever and its prevention.
ISSN:1756-0500
1756-0500
DOI:10.1186/s13104-024-07046-6