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Pierre De Beaudrap¹, Carolyn Nabasumba, Francesco Grandesso

¹Epicentre Mbarara Research Base, Mbarara, Uganda. pierre.debeaudrap@epicentre.msf.org

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Malaria prevalence in Ugandan children under five significantly decreased between 2004 and 2010, coinciding with increased bed net use. However, malaria remains a concern in rural areas, linked to poverty.

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Area of Science:

Public Health
Infectious Diseases
Epidemiology

Background:

Malaria poses a significant public health threat, particularly to young children.
Recent data indicated a potential reduction in malaria burden.
This study investigated changes in malaria prevalence and risk factors in Ugandan children under five.

Purpose of the Study:

To assess the change in malaria infection prevalence among children under five in Uganda from 2004 to 2010.
To identify risk factors associated with malaria infection in this age group.

Main Methods:

Two cross-sectional surveys were conducted in 2004 and 2010, capturing rainy and dry seasons.
Malaria infection was diagnosed using rapid diagnostic tests and blood smears.
Household surveys assessed bed net ownership, usage, and knowledge of malaria prevention.

Main Results:

Malaria prevalence in children under five dropped from 43% in 2004 to 23% in rural and 3% in urban areas by 2010.
Bed net ownership and use increased significantly from 22.9% in 2004 to 64.7% (urban) and 44.5% (rural) in 2010.
Child age, household wealth, and geographic factors (in rural areas) were associated with malaria risk in 2010.

Conclusions:

A significant decline in malaria prevalence was observed, linked to increased bed net utilization.
Malaria prevalence remains high in rural settings and is associated with poverty.
Targeted interventions are needed to address persistent malaria transmission in vulnerable populations.