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Knowledge, attitudes and practices about malaria among communities: Comparing epidemic and non-epidemic prone communities of Muleba district, North-western Tanzania

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Muleba district in North-western Tanzania has experienced malaria epidemics in recent years. Community knowledge, attitudes and practices are important in enhancing disease control interventions. This study investigated determinants...

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Main Authors:	Kishamawe Coleman (Author), Malima Robert (Author), Kaatano Godfrey M (Author), Nnko Soori E (Author), Mwanga Joseph R (Author), Mashauri Fabian (Author), Kinung'hi Safari M (Author), Magesa Stephen (Author), Mboera Leonard EG (Author)
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Published:	BMC, 2010-07-01T00:00:00Z.
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