Vol. 2008 No. 1 (2008)
Mobile Health Clinics in Malaria Prevention: An Action Research Study in Rural Mozambique Communities,
Chirino da Costa, Instituto Nacional de Investigação Agrária (INIA)
Quimba Nhamitima, Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, Pedagogical University of Mozambique (UP)
Mabumba Nyapor, Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, Pedagogical University of Mozambique (UP)
Kamanga Chikoti, Instituto Nacional de Investigação Agrária (INIA)
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18879849
Published: October 22, 2008
Abstract
Malaria remains a significant public health issue in rural Mozambique communities, where access to healthcare services is limited. A mixed-methods approach was employed, including qualitative interviews with community members, quantitative surveys, and observational assessments. The MHCs significantly reduced malaria cases by 40% among surveyed households over the study period. Mobile health clinics were found to be an effective tool in enhancing malaria prevention strategies in rural Mozambique communities. Further implementation and integration of mobile health clinics into existing healthcare infrastructure is recommended for broader impact.
How to Cite
Chirino da Costa, Quimba Nhamitima, Mabumba Nyapor, Kamanga Chikoti (2008). Mobile Health Clinics in Malaria Prevention: An Action Research Study in Rural Mozambique Communities,. African Economic Review, Vol. 2008 No. 1 (2008). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18879849
Keywords
MozambiqueGeographic Information Systems (GIS)Participatory Action ResearchCommunity Health WorkersSpatial AnalysisCommunity EngagementRural Development