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September 10, 2025Open Access

Factors Influencing the Prevention of Malaria in Pregnancy in Zambia; a Case of Shiwang'andu District.

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ESEdward Sikazwe

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Cross-sectional study reveals knowledge gaps about malaria in pregnancy among women in Shiwang'andu, indicating systemic challenges.

Key Points

  • Malaria prevalence in pregnancy in Shiwang'andu district was 14% in 2017 and 2020, indicating fluctuation over the years.
  • Majority (55.7%) of respondents received more than 3 doses of IPTp, but gaps in knowledge on complications exist.
  • Qualitative data showed strong understanding among healthcare workers regarding malaria in pregnancy and its complications.
  • Systematic challenges, such as stock-outs of Fansidar and irregular IRS, hinder the effectiveness of preventive measures.

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Edward Sikazwe (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68c24317b210217d647a6343https://doi.org/10.21203/rs.3.rs-7283905/v1
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