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Spray Safe, Play Safe: Story-Based Films Increase Homeowner Confidence About Backyard Tick Management.
Victoria L Hornbostel1, Rayda K Krell1, Jennifer J Reid2
1Tickborne Disease Prevention Laboratory, Western Connecticut State University, Danbury, CT.
Journal of Medical Entomology
|November 23, 2020
Summary
Short educational films effectively increased public confidence in Lyme disease prevention. The study highlights the potential of story-based videos for engaging individuals and improving knowledge about tick control and personal protection measures.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Veterinary Entomology
- Behavioral Science
Background:
- Lyme disease incidence is rising in the US, necessitating improved prevention strategies.
- Current in-person Lyme disease education is insufficient to meet public demand, particularly regarding residential acaricide use.
- Homeowner confusion about tick control products is a significant barrier to effective Lyme disease prevention.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the educational impact of story-based films on Lyme disease prevention practices.
- To assess the films' effectiveness in increasing confidence regarding tick identification, personal protection, landscaping, and acaricide use.
- To explore the utility of digital, story-based educational content for public health outreach.
Main Methods:
- Development of short, story-based educational films titled "Spray Safe, Play Safe."
- Pre- and post-viewing survey administered to assess changes in knowledge and confidence.
- Analysis of survey data to determine the films' educational benefit on specific prevention behaviors.
Main Results:
- Viewing the films significantly increased respondents' confidence in identifying tick-risk areas in yards.
- Post-viewing, participants reported higher confidence in using personal protective measures and tick-safe landscaping.
- The films also enhanced confidence in the appropriate use of tick control products (acaricides).
Conclusions:
- Short, engaging, story-based films are an effective tool for Lyme disease education.
- Digital platforms and social media can be leveraged for widespread dissemination of these educational films.
- Creative and modern educational approaches are crucial for addressing the growing need for Lyme disease prevention information.
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