Dengue Fever Responses in Dhaka City, Bangladesh: A Cross-Sectional Survey

Abstract

Objectives: This study intends to evaluate the Dhaka city residents’ individual views toward DF.Methods: A cross-sectional survey used google forms for collecting data. Python and RStudio were used for data management and analysis. Kruskal-Wallis or Mann-Whitney U test and logistic regression models were performed, where appropriate.Results: In total 1008 individuals participated in a pre-tested KAP survey. More than 20% reported being affected by DF before the survey, where they rated their current places as being moderately safe (43%). In terms of DF control, 65% had good knowledge, and 68% reported good practice, whereas they demonstrated an overall good attitude. The increased knowledge of individuals could contribute to behavioral changes regarding DF. Female residents demonstrated better DF attitudes (OR: 0.69; p < 0.05) and practices (OR: 0.66; p < 0.01) compared to male residents. Mixed unit residents had poor KAP levels. Educational attainment can also play an essential role in enhancing the attitude level.Conclusion: Overall, dengue surveillance activities with sufficient campaigns are required for behavioral change in Dhaka city. This information could be integrated into other DF-affected countries’ strategies against dengue outbreaks.

Community engagement and social participation in dengue prevention: A cross‐sectional study in Dhaka City

“…This study also sheds light on community perceptions, revealing a generally positive attitude toward organizing communities for dengue prevention, these findings coincide with previous research 26–29 . This indicates the potential for community mobilization efforts to effectively combat the disease.…”

“…This demographic imbalance may have This study also sheds light on community perceptions, revealing a generally positive attitude toward organizing communities for dengue prevention, these findings coincide with previous research. [26][27][28][29] This indicates the potential for community mobilization efforts to effectively combat the disease. However, the mixed responses regarding community involvement suggest the need for improved awareness and engagement strategies to ensure active participation.…”

Knowledge, Attitude and Practices Towards Dengue Fever Among Slum Dwellers: A Case Study in Dhaka City, Bangladesh

“…The circumstance as a whole may impact DF perception. During the pandemic, one web-based study in Dhaka indicated safety concerns over the DF [ 6 ].…”

“…Changes in individual and community behavior, as well as appropriate government support for DF can help reduce the growing prevalence of dengue in Dhaka and, by extension, throughout the country. DF has already been the subject of several studies in Bangladesh [ 3 , 6 , 15 , 20 ]. However, knowing the resident’s knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) of DF is critical for efficient vector-borne disease control [ 21 ].…”

“…In addition, such research may help to create interventions that encourage desired behavioral changes [ 26 ]. Several web-based research of KAP among Dhaka’s general population and university students showed a statistically significant correlation between socio-demographic data and KAP about DF [ 6 , 20 ]. However, despite the increased risk of DF among slum dwellers [ 27 – 29 ], there is a lack of research on KAP concerning DF in Dhaka’s slums.…”