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Factors Influencing Anti-Malarial Adherence in Nyando

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Introduction & Background

Malaria causes 600K+ deaths annually, mostly in low-income regions.

Introduction & Background
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Problem Statement

  • Non-adherence persists despite drug availability in Kisumu County.
  • Recurrence cases indicate gaps in treatment completion.
  • Limited data on adherence factors for ages 15-35 in Nyando.
Problem Statement
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Study Objectives

  • Assess adherence levels among adolescents and young adults.
  • Evaluate socio-economic, patient-related, and health system factors.
  • Inform targeted interventions for improved treatment outcomes.
Study Objectives
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Socio-Economic Factors

  • Education level impacts understanding of treatment regimens.
  • Income affects access to consistent healthcare services.
  • Age-specific behaviors influence medication compliance.
Socio-Economic Factors
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Patient-Related Factors

  • Knowledge of malaria and treatment dosing is critical.
  • Beliefs about drugs and side effects affect adherence.
  • Forgetfulness and perceived severity play key roles.
Patient-Related Factors
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Health System Factors

  • Drug availability in local facilities impacts adherence.
  • Quality of health worker communication is influential.
  • Accessibility of clinics affects follow-up compliance.
Health System Factors
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Methodology

  • Cross-sectional study in Nyando with 15-35 age group.
  • Data collected via structured questionnaires and analysis.
  • SPSS used for descriptive and inferential statistics.
Methodology
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Expected Outcomes

  • Identify key barriers to anti-malarial adherence.
  • Provide evidence for tailored health interventions.
  • Strengthen malaria control efforts in Nyando.
Expected Outcomes
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Ethical Considerations

  • Informed consent obtained from all participants.
  • Confidentiality maintained in data collection.
  • Approval secured from university and local authorities.
Ethical Considerations
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Conclusion & Next Steps

  • Study addresses critical gaps in adherence research.
  • Results will guide policy and community health programs.
  • Future work: Implement and monitor intervention strategies.
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