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  • Veterinary Public Health
  • One Health Approach
  • Zoonotic Disease Control

Background:

  • Rabies remains a significant threat in Kenya due to low vaccination coverage and awareness.
  • Machakos County was identified as a pilot area for rabies elimination due to a high disease burden.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the impact of community co-creation in rabies sensitization and vaccination campaigns.
  • To improve rabies vaccine uptake and community engagement in Machakos County, Kenya.

Main Methods:

  • Implementation of free mass dog rabies vaccination campaigns (2021-2024).
  • Co-creation of educational materials and posters through key informant interviews, focus groups, and workshops.
  • Community engagement to understand the role of dogs and foster appreciation for vaccination.

Main Results:

  • Co-creation deepened community understanding of rabies and the value of their dogs.
  • The process fostered trust and highlighted the importance of vaccinating dogs as companions.
  • Community members recognized the necessity of vaccination for their "friends".

Conclusions:

  • Co-creating public health solutions with communities is effective for raising awareness and boosting participation.
  • This approach builds trust and is vital for the sustainable control of zoonotic diseases like rabies.
  • Advocating for wider use of co-creation aligns with the One Health strategy for addressing health challenges.