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Malaria Knowledge and Treatment Practices in Enugu State, Nigeria: A Qualitative Study

Background Malaria accounts for 60% of outpatient visits in Nigeria. The aim of the study was to assess the knowledge of malaria and its treatment practices in Enugu state, Nigeria. Methods Qualitative data was collected through the use of focus group discussions (FGDs), from six villages three each...

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Main Authors:	Benjamin Sunday C. Uzochukwu (Author), Edmund Ndudi Ossai (Author), Chinyere Cecilia Okeke (Author), Anne Chigedu Ndu (Author), Obinna E. Onwujekwe (Author)
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Published:	Kerman University of Medical Sciences, 2018-09-01T00:00:00Z.
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