Publications by authors named "Jintana Chaiwan"
Assessing the acceptability and feasibility of reactive drug administration for malaria elimination in a Plasmodium vivax predominant setting: a qualitative study in two provinces in Thailand.
Kanokwan Suwannarong Chris Cotter Thanomsin Ponlap Nisachon Bubpa Kannika Thammasutti Jintana Chaiwan
BMC Public Health
July 2023
Article Synopsis
- Reactive case detection (RACD) and reactive drug administration (RDA) are methods to address malaria in areas nearing elimination, but RDA needs more insight into community acceptance and practical application.
- A qualitative study involving interviews and focus groups in Thailand examined the perceptions of health staff and community members regarding RDA for malaria treatment.
- Results showed RDA was generally well-received, driven by fears of malaria and desire for healthcare access, though concerns about safety and logistical challenges for implementation were noted.
This report aims to provide practical advice about the implementation of a public health monitoring system using both geographic information system technology and mobile health, a term used for healthcare delivery via mobile devices. application amongst household residents and community stakeholders in the limited resource community. A public health monitoring system was implemented in a semi-rural district in Thailand.
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