Knowledge, attitude and practices related to Brucellosis in the people
of Khyber Pukhtun Khwa Province, Pakistan
Abstract
Objectives: The current study was carried out to explore the knowledge,
attitude, and practices towards Brucellosis in the people of Khyber
Pukhtun Khwa Province, Pakistan. Study design: Cross-sectional study
Material and methods: Total of 1600 participants belong to different
professions, education level, locality and nature of contact with
animals were selected by random sample method. The samples were selected
from the Khyber Pakhtun Khwa province of Pakistan. Results: The findings
of this study documented poor knowledge regarding brucellosis in the
selected participants of current study. Although human and animal health
professionals had sufficient knowledge about brucellosis, however no
serious trends to control brucellosis were noticed even in health
professionals. The unhygienic approach was observed in farmers regarding
the handling animal and their products. Self medication approach was
also documented in many participants which create antibiotic resistance.
Conclusions: Based on the findings we noticed a lack of information
regarding zoonotic diseases, health facilities and a weak bond between
health and non-health professionals in KPK. Proper education and
awareness is highly recommended on zoonotic diseases. Keywords: Zoonotic
diseases, Brucellosis, Knowledge, Practices, Attitude