Household decision-making process and childhood cerebral malaria in The Gambia

Archives of Medical Research
Brown J Okoko, Lawrence K Yamuah

Abstract

Mortality from childhood cerebral malaria remains unacceptably high in endemic regions. This survey was conducted between June and December 2001 among 69 primary caregivers of children admitted for cerebral malaria in Bansang Hospital, Central River Division (CRD), The Gambia to describe decision-making process at the family level that could have impact on malaria mortality. Thirty two percent of children presented in coma after 24 h of onset of illness. The eldest person in the compound or the father was responsible for taking decision on when hospital treatment was necessary in 85% of the cases. Mothers who were the primary caregivers made such decisions only in 7% of the cases. Cultural norms in a community are important factors affecting preferences at the household level and could influence important medical decisions. This survey suggests that patriarchs and/or fathers are important target groups for health education and project implementation programs.

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