Relationship between the timely delivery of malaria control services and malaria control outcome in Kamwenge district. A cross-sectional study.

Abstract

Background

The study aims to assess the relationship between the timely delivery of malaria control services and malaria control outcomes in Kamwenge district

Methodology

The study adopted a cross-sectional mixed-methods design. Quantitative data analysis was conducted using SPSS to establish the relationships between variables. The data was entered into SPSS and cleaned for Qualitative data analysis.

Results

The 26-35 years group is the largest, with 78 (37.7%), representing the most significant proportion of participants. Responses to the statement, "Malaria control services (e.g., bed nets, spraying, treatment) are delivered promptly," show that 30 respondents (14.5%) strongly agreed, 47 (22.7%) agreed, 38 (18.4%) were neutral, 55 (26.6%) disagreed, and 37 (17.9%) strongly disagreed. Responses to the statement, "Timely delivery of malaria control services contributes to a reduction in malaria prevalence in the district," reveal that 64 respondents (30.9%) strongly agreed, 78 (37.7%) agreed, 30 (14.5%) were neutral, 20 (9.7%) disagreed, and 15 (7.2%) strongly disagreed. The mean score of 3.75 indicates that the majority of respondents believe timely delivery plays a significant role in reducing malaria prevalence. The Pearson correlation coefficient between Timely Implementation and malaria control outcome is 0.675. Timely implementation has the strongest impact on reducing malaria prevalence (β = 0.395, p = 0.000).

Conclusion

Timely delivery of malaria control services, including bed net distribution, spraying, and treatment, is crucial for reducing malaria prevalence. Significant delays, often caused by logistical challenges, seasonal factors, and funding shortages, were observed, undermining the programme's effectiveness.

Recommendations

The study recommended ensuring the timely delivery of malaria control services as a crucial factor in reducing malaria prevalence.