KNOWLEDGE ATTITUDE AND PRACTICE RESIDENT IN MAYO-BELWA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA REGARDING MALARIA PREVENTION AND CONTROL

ABSTRACT this study investigates the knowledge, attitudes, and practices, of Mayo belwa residents regarding maleria prevention and control finding reveal a high level of awearness about maleria transmission, which most respondents recognizing that the disease is spread through mosquito bites. Participant showed familiarity with common maleria symptoms, and the importance of using insecticide-treted bed nets.however, a significant gap exist between this awearness and practical action; while many expressed a willingness to engage in community initiative, consistent use of preventive measures, such as treated bed nets and repellents, was lacking. furthermore although residents acknowledge the need for prompt medical treatment for maleria symptoms, participation in community cleen-up efforts was surprisingly low, the study concludes that, despite a solid understanding of maleria preventions, residents face barriers that prevent the consistent application of their knowledge. Factors such as economic constraints, limited resources access, and insufficient support for community engagement hinder effective maleria control, to address these chellenges, several recommendations are proposed; first, implement enhance health education program that provide practical guidance on maleria preventions; second, strengthen community engagement by postering partnerships with local organization to promote collective action; third, improve access to resources like insecticide-treted bed nets and repellents through collaboration with NGOs, fourth, conduct regular evaluation of existing health initiative to ensure their effectiveness and adapt strategies as needed; and fifths, increase focus on environmental management by raising community awearness about eliminating mosquito breeding site and collaboration with local authorities for effective Waste disposal. this recommendations aim to bridge the gap between knowledge and action, ultimately enhancing maleria control efforts in Mayo-belwa.