Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices (KAP) on Dengue Fever in Burkina Faso: Findings from the national household survey in Burkina Faso.

Authors

Nicolas Ouédraogo, Siaka Débé, Harouna Soré, Farida Tiendrébégo, Gérard Wendyam Nonkani, Guillaume Sylvestre Sanou, Réné Kinda, Adama Ganou, Casimire Wendlamita Tarama, Sonia Ilboudo, Moussa Wamdaogo Guelbéogo, Isaie Medah, Adama Gansane

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PLoS neglected tropical diseases. Volume 20. Issue 8. Pages e0014027. Aug 31, 2026. Epub Aug 31, 2026.

Abstract

Dengue fever is an emerging public health concern in Burkina Faso, with increasing outbreaks and data gaps in population awareness. This study assessed knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) related to dengue fever in all health regions of the country.
A nationwide cross-sectional household survey was conducted in May 2022 using a stratified two-stage cluster sampling design. One rural and one urban area were selected per region. Heads of households or their representatives were interviewed using a structured questionnaire. Data were collected electronically and analyzed using Stata. A total of 1,568 participants were enrolled (52.0% male; 48.0% female). Overall, 66.3% had heard of dengue, with higher awareness in urban than rural areas. Only 49.0% correctly identified mosquito bites as the mode of transmission, and 29.9% did not know what dengue is. Most respondents (88.3%) stated that dengue can affect everyone. Regarding prevention, 80.2% reported sleeping under a mosquito net, 49.0% eliminated stagnant water, and 45.4% used mosquito repellents. In practice, 67.6% consistently slept under mosquito nets and 82.6% used repellents. Almost all respondents (98.6%) reported that they would consult a health professional if they had symptoms of dengue. However, knowledge about treatment and vaccination was limited, with 46.5% and 56.6% respectively reporting not knowing whether drugs or vaccines exist.
This study highlights moderate awareness but substantial knowledge gaps and urban-rural disparities in dengue-related KAP in Burkina Faso. Strengthening community-based education and integrated vector control strategies is essential to improve prevention and reduce dengue transmission.

PMID:
42672089
Bibliographic data and abstract were imported from PubMed on 01 Sep 2026.

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