Authors : Uzoma Olivia Chiamaka; Ahanotu Nneka Deborah; Ajugweogu Chinaemerem Hilda; Okpommadu Prisca Chidera

Volume/Issue : Volume 11 - 2026, Issue 9 - September

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/26sep935

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Abstract : Malaria is one of the major public health challenges in sub Sahara Africa which include Nigeria, particularly among school age children and pregnant women. This study investigates malaria prevalence and evaluates the efficacy of long lasting insecticide treated nets in the control of malaria among student of uratta secondary school. A cross sectional survey design which includes five hundred student of uratta secondary school was adopted. Structured questionnaires, blood sample analysis, were also involved.

References :

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2. Van den Berg, H., et al. (2014). Global trends in the use of insecticide-treated nets for malaria control. World Health Organization.
3. National Malaria Elimination Programme (NMEP). (2014). National malaria strategic plan. Abuja, Nigeria.