Papers by ROSELLE E S T A L BERTULFO
The study employed a descriptive research design utilizing quantitative data collection methods. ... more The study employed a descriptive research design utilizing quantitative data collection methods. The result of the study revealed that respondents (70-90%) have adequate knowledge of schistosomiasis and possess a positive attitude about the disease. This could be attributed to the long history of control efforts and strategies implemented in the area. Though adequate knowledge was noted, this was not concomitantly translated into preventive practices, which may be due to economic and domestic reasons. Moreso, HSB is a patient and environmentally driven decision. The respondents' behavior was influenced by perceived severity of the illness, type of living environment(p=0.015), and distance to a medical facility (p=0.041). Furthermore, results showed a significant association between KAP and HSB with demographic factors.
The study employed a descriptive research design utilizing quantitative data collection methods. ... more The study employed a descriptive research design utilizing quantitative data collection methods. The result of the study revealed that respondents (70-90%) have adequate knowledge of schistosomiasis and possess a positive attitude about the disease. This could be attributed to the long history of control efforts and strategies implemented in the area. Though adequate knowledge was noted, this was not concomitantly translated into preventive practices, which may be due to economic and domestic reasons. Moreso, HSB is a patient and environmentally driven decision. The respondents' behavior was influenced by perceived severity of the illness, type of living environment(p=0.015), and distance to a medical facility (p=0.041). Furthermore, results showed a significant association between KAP and HSB with demographic factors.
The study employed a descriptive research design utilizing quantitative data collection methods. ... more The study employed a descriptive research design utilizing quantitative data collection methods. The result of the study revealed that respondents (70-90%) have adequate knowledge of schistosomiasis and possess a positive attitude about the disease. This could be attributed to the long history of control efforts and strategies implemented in the area. Though adequate knowledge was noted, this was not concomitantly translated into preventive practices, which may be due to economic and domestic reasons. Moreso, HSB is a patient and environmentally driven decision. The respondents' behavior was influenced by perceived severity of the illness, type of living environment(p=0.015), and distance to a medical facility (p=0.041). Furthermore, results showed a significant association between KAP and HSB with demographic factors.
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