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WhatsApp-based intervention in urban Colombia to support the prevention of arboviral diseases: a feasibility study.
Carrillo, Maria Angelica; Gessler, Alisa Maria; Rivera Ramirez, Tatiana; Cárdenas Sanchez, Rocío; Lindenmeier, Jörg; Kern, Winfried V; Kroeger, Axel.
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  • Carrillo MA; Centre for Medicine and Society, Faculty of Medicine, University of Freiburg, Freiburg, Germany.
  • Gessler AM; Research Group Geotecnia Ambiental (GIGA), University Francisco De Paula Santander, Cucuta, Colombia.
  • Rivera Ramirez T; Graduate Institute, Geneva and Université de Lausanne, Lausanne, Switzerland.
  • Cárdenas Sanchez R; Centre for Medicine and Society, Faculty of Medicine, University of Freiburg, Freiburg, Germany.
  • Lindenmeier J; Research Group Geotecnia Ambiental (GIGA), University Francisco De Paula Santander, Cucuta, Colombia.
  • Kern WV; Centre for Medicine and Society, Faculty of Medicine, University of Freiburg, Freiburg, Germany.
  • Kroeger A; Research Group Geotecnia Ambiental (GIGA), University Francisco De Paula Santander, Cucuta, Colombia.
Pathog Glob Health ; 118(4): 334-347, 2024 06.
Article em En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38794811
ABSTRACT
Arboviral diseases remain a significant health concern worldwide, with over half the world's population at risk for dengue alone. Without a vaccine or targeted treatment, the most effective strategy of prevention is vector management with community involvement. mHealth interventions, like WhatsApp, offer promising results for engaging communities and promoting healthier behaviors. This study explores the feasibility of integrating WhatsApp in vector control activities to improve arbovirus prevention in Colombia. A mixed-methods approach was employed to assess the WhatsApp-based intervention. WhatsApp messages were sent to 45 community women for 5 weeks to increase their knowledge and practices about dengue, Zika, and chikungunya. Pre-and-post surveys and focus group discussions were conducted in community settings to measure the feasibility and acceptability of this intervention. Chat reviews were done to assess the usability of users. A total of 1566 messages were exchanged in 45 WhatsApp chats. High acceptance and good usability (82% of users used the app for replying) were reported in this study. WhatsApp messages were perceived as short, clear, and enjoyable. Users liked the frequency, and design of messages. Pre- and post-surveys demonstrated improvements in the knowledge and practices of arboviral diseases. The intention to apply this knowledge in practice was reflected in a significant improvement, particularly in cleaning the laundry tank once a week (pre 62.1% to post 89.6%, p < 0.008). This study suggests that using WhatsApp as an additional tool could be a feasible, acceptable, and affordable strategy for improving the adoption of better practices in the prevention of arboviral diseases.
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Texto completo: 1 Coleções: 01-internacional Base de dados: MEDLINE Assunto principal: Infecções por Arbovirus / Estudos de Viabilidade / Aplicativos Móveis Limite: Adult / Female / Humans / Middle aged País/Região como assunto: America do sul / Colombia Idioma: En Revista: Pathog Glob Health Ano de publicação: 2024 Tipo de documento: Article País de afiliação: Alemanha País de publicação: Reino Unido
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Texto completo: 1 Coleções: 01-internacional Base de dados: MEDLINE Assunto principal: Infecções por Arbovirus / Estudos de Viabilidade / Aplicativos Móveis Limite: Adult / Female / Humans / Middle aged País/Região como assunto: America do sul / Colombia Idioma: En Revista: Pathog Glob Health Ano de publicação: 2024 Tipo de documento: Article País de afiliação: Alemanha País de publicação: Reino Unido