July 28, 2025Open Access

Understanding Malaria Treatment Adherence in Rwanda: Implications for Artemisinin Resistance

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Cross-sectional study shows high malaria knowledge in Rwanda, yet adherence to treatment remains low, highlighting urgent intervention needs.

High malaria knowledge was found among 81% of participants, indicating awareness of symptoms and control measures.
Despite knowledge, only 46% of those treated adhered to the prescribed 3-day medication course.
Participants primarily accessed antimalarials through drug outlets or pharmacies, suggesting reliance on informal treatment sources.
Improving treatment adherence is crucial to mitigate the rising risk of artemisinin resistance in Rwanda.

Gashema et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Cross-sectional study shows high malaria knowledge in Rwanda, yet adherence to treatment remains low, highlighting urgent intervention needs.