A study of dog bites among children in the rural area of Goa, India
Journal Title: Journal of Preventive Medicine and Holistic Health - Year 2018, Vol 4, Issue 1
Abstract
Objective 1 To study the prevalence of dog bites in children 2 To study knowledge and practices followed regarding prevention and control of rabies among caretakersMaterials and Methods Study Design Cross sectional study Study Participants Children below 16 years of age Study Instrument A predesigned questionnaire was used to ask questions to parents or caretakers of childrenEthical Considerations Ethical approval was obtained from Institutional Ethics CommitteeStatistical Analysis Data was entered in excel and analysed using SPSS version 22 Frequencies X 2 tests and odds ratios were calculatedResults The incidence of dog bites in children was 336 Most of the bites were in children between 6 10 years 24 and among males 21 Almost 556 of the bites were unprovoked Most common site was lower limbs 667 666 of the victims received anti rabies vaccine ARV Out of those who received ARV only 667 received all doses completely Knowledge of rabies and ARV was present in 83 and 74 of the parents respectivelyConclusion Most of the bites happen in and around the house which can be easily prevented Even though free health services are so easily accessible services are not availed Health education regarding prevention of dog bites correct methods of local bite management and compliance of ARV treatment is neededKeywords Dog bites Children Rural Goa
Authors and Affiliations
Shefalee Pai Vernekar, Archana Desai
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