Observations on Domestic and Peridomestic factors predisposing to Mosquito borne diseases in an urban slum of Kakinada
Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR-JDMS) - Year 2018, Vol 17, Issue 9
Abstract
Introduction :Mosquito-borne diseases constitute an important cause of morbidity and mortality, especially in India. Observations on Domestic and Peri domestic factors predisposing to Mosquito born diseases is important for designing community-based interventions.Objectives: To study the Domestic and Peri-domestic factors predisposing to Mosquito breeding in an urban slum of Kakinada. 2.To asses the relationship between socio-demographic factors and mosquito breeding in an urban slum. Materials & methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 132 families selected by systematic sampling method in an urban slum of kakinada, East Godavari District. Data was collected using pretested semi-structured questionnaire after taking informed consent. Data was analyzed using SPSS version 20.Results: Out of the 132 families surveyed Ventilation was adequate in only 39.4%.Potential breeding sites were seen inside the house in 32.5%. Adult mosquitoes were present inside the house 84.8%. 77.3% participants were using Personal Protective Measures. Peri domestic sanitation was maintained in 42.5%. In 65.2% of families Disposal of sullage was into stagnant drains. 28.8% of the houses harbour Mosquitoe larvae containing sites. Significant results were observed for mosquito breeding in relation to literacy, type of family,occupation & social status.Conclusions: Socio demographic factors seem to influence mosquito breeding in urban slums.
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Dr. P. Mary Moses, Dr. G. Krishna Babu
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