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Fascioliasis in north-central Vietnam: Assessing community knowledge, attitudes, and practices

  • 0Department of Parasitology, National Institute of Malariology, Parasitology and Entomology, Hanoi, Vietnam.
Plos Neglected Tropical Diseases +

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July 21, 2025

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July 21, 2025

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Summary

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Fascioliasis knowledge is low in rural Vietnam, with limited understanding of transmission and prevention. Targeted education is crucial to improve practices and reduce disease risk in agricultural communities.

Area Of Science

  • Public Health
  • Zoonotic Diseases
  • Parasitology

Background

  • Fascioliasis, caused by Fasciola parasites, poses a significant public health threat in agricultural regions like Vietnam.
  • Understanding community knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) is vital for disease control.

Purpose Of The Study

  • To assess the KAP regarding fascioliasis among residents in a rural Vietnamese community.
  • To identify specific knowledge gaps and risky practices associated with fascioliasis transmission.

Main Methods

  • A cross-sectional study involving 1,398 individuals from 621 households in Dong Thanh commune, Vietnam.
  • Interviews assessed KAP, including knowledge of disease transmission, symptoms, prevention, and household practices.
  • Generalized linear models analyzed associations between socio-demographic factors and KAP.

Main Results

  • Over 85% of respondents lacked prior knowledge of fascioliasis, with limited understanding of transmission, symptoms (9%), and prevention (12%).
  • Widespread consumption of raw vegetables (93%) and use of animal manure as fertilizer (67%) were noted.
  • Females were more likely than males to engage in safer practices.

Conclusions

  • Significant gaps in KAP underscore the need for targeted educational interventions in Dong Thanh commune.
  • Promoting safer practices and enhancing community awareness are essential to mitigate fascioliasis transmission.
  • Gender-specific education and community engagement are recommended for future interventions.