Pengaruh Faktor Predisposisi terhadap Tindakan Ibu Rumah Tangga dalam Pencegahan Malaria di Desa Pasar Terandam Kecamatan Barus Tahun 2023

Abstract

Malaria remains a significant communicable disease, control of which is integral to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) - a global commitment targeted for achievement by the end of 2030. Malaria can cause fatalities, particularly in higher-risk groups such as pregnant women and infants. Additionally, it can lead to anemia and reduce productivity among workers. This study is an analytic survey with a cross-sectional design. The population in this study comprised all housewives in Pasar Terandam, totaling 633 individuals, with a sample size of 86. Data analysis employed univariate, bivariate, and multivariate methods. Our findings indicated that the housewives behaviors correlated to their daily practices in malaria prevention, specifically education level (p value = 0.014), occupation (p value = 0.049), and income (p value = 0.007). Furthermore, housewives' knowledge (p value = 0.015), attitudes (p value = 0.001), and beliefs (p value = 0.002) are also associated with their daily household acts in malaria prevention. Multivariate analysis showed that income status was the most dominant influencing factor, with an Exp (B) value of 6.107. It is recommended that the community, especially housewives in Pasar Terandam, Barus District, should enhance their knowledge by participating in educational sessions and increase awareness of the importance of malaria prevention actions. Health workers are advised to conduct more engaging health education sessions on malaria, involving community participation in planting mosquito-repellent plants.