ISSN: 1920-4159
Department of Medicine and Pharmacy, State University of Haiti, Port-au-Prince, Haiti
Research Article
Compliance of Secondary School Students with the Lymphatic Filariasis Elimination Program in Delmas 2, Haiti
Author(s): Davidson Clerge*, Beaugeste David and Samuel Raphael
Background: Lymphatic filariasis is a chronic and debilitating neglected tropical disease targeted by the World Health Organization (WHO) for eradication by 2020 through the mass administration of two drugs (Albendazole and Diethylcarbamazine or Ivermectin). However, emphasizing compliance is crucial when aiming to eradicate a disease through mass drug administration. Therefore, this study aims to determine the compliance level of secondary school students with the program and to identify the factors influencing compliance.
Methods: This is a cross-sectional observational study based on the Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices (KAP) of secondary school students regarding the mass administration of medications in Haiti. Data were collected via an anonymous self-administered questionnaire. Data were entered and analyzed using excel 2013. A bivar.. View More»
DOI:
10.35248/1920-4159.25.17.458