Oriaku, Kelechi
(2015)
Combating malaria in rural Nigeria.
Master Essay, University of Pittsburgh.
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Abstract
Malaria remains a disease of great public health significance in many parts of the world despite being totally preventable and curable. According to 2013 estimates by Federal Ministry of Health of Nigeria, the disease is estimated to cause an annual financial loss of about by 132 billion Naira (approximately $1 billion) and contributes immensely to the cycle of poverty in the country. The disease burden is disproportionately borne by the rural population. The national program for malaria control in Nigeria faces significant operational challenges that limit the effectiveness and impact of the program’s activities. Several challenges interfere the reach and implementation of the program, as well as the ability of the program adjust its strategies to address the ever-changing disease dynamics. This paper lists proven strategies and tools that can strengthen the national malaria program. The recommendations outlined, however, acknowledges the demands on the country’s resources and calls for greater political will in combatting the disease.
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Other Thesis, Dissertation, or Long Paper
(Master Essay)
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Unpublished |
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Contributors: |
Contribution | Contributors Name | Email | Pitt Username | ORCID |
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Committee Chair | Terry, Martha | MATERRY@pitt.edu | MATERRY | UNSPECIFIED | Committee Member | Betru, Yodit | YKB2@pitt.edu | YKB2 | UNSPECIFIED |
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Date: |
23 November 2015 |
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Submission |
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No restriction; Release the ETD for access worldwide immediately. |
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University of Pittsburgh |
Institution: |
University of Pittsburgh |
Schools and Programs: |
School of Public Health > Behavioral and Community Health Sciences |
Degree: |
MPH - Master of Public Health |
Thesis Type: |
Master Essay |
Refereed: |
Yes |
Date Deposited: |
19 May 2016 21:23 |
Last Modified: |
28 Jun 2023 10:56 |
URI: |
http://d-scholarship.pitt.edu/id/eprint/26417 |
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