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@article{198163,
        author = {Sowndarya BC and Mr. Anand R and Mr. Muthuraj K},
        title = {A STUDY TO ASSESS THE EFFECTIVENESS OF HEALTH EDUCATION ON KNOWLEDGE AND PRACTICE REGARDING DENGUE PREVENTION AMONG HOUSEWIVES IN SELECTED URBAN AREAS AT BANGALORE},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {11},
        pages = {11641-11644},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=198163},
        abstract = {Dengue fever is a rapidly increasing mosquito-borne disease in urban India, transmitted by the Aedes aegypti mosquito that breeds in stagnant water commonly found in households, making prevention largely dependent on community awareness and practices. This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of health education on knowledge and practice regarding dengue prevention among housewives in selected urban areas of Bangalore. A quantitative pre-experimental one group pre-test post-test design was adopted, and 60 housewives were selected using convenient sampling technique. Data were collected using a structured knowledge questionnaire and practice checklist, followed by a health education intervention focusing on causes, transmission, symptoms, and preventive measures of dengue. Post-test findings showed a significant improvement in knowledge and practice scores compared to pre-test values, with statistical significance at p < 0.05, indicating the effectiveness of the intervention. The study concludes that structured health education is an effective strategy in enhancing awareness and promoting preventive practices among housewives, thereby contributing to the control of dengue in urban communities.},
        keywords = {Dengue fever, Aedes aegypti, health education, knowledge, practice, prevention, housewives, urban community.},
        month = {April},
        }