Table 1 Summary of the main themes (Qualitative data)
Theme area probed in discussion | Key themes identified |
|---|---|
Knowledge and awareness | Knowledge about symptoms, vector, transmission and prevention: Fever and joint pain as common signs of DF, Aedes (white stripes on head) responsible for transmitting DF |
Attitudes towards dengue Perceived risk | Perceived high risk: concerning future epidemics |
Prevention and control practices | Prevention against mosquito bites Destruction of mosquito breeding sites |
Sources of Information | Through mass media: Radio, television Through social relations: Neighbors |