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Journal Article > Research

The factors affecting household transmission dynamics and community compliance with Ebola control measures: a mixed-methods study in a rural village in Sierra Leone

Caleo GNC, Duncombe J, Jephcott F, Lokuge K, Mills C, Looijen E, Theoharaki F, Kremer R, Kleijer K, Squire JS, Lamin M, Stringer B, Weiss HA, Culli D, Di Tanna GL, Greig J
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Abstract
Little is understood of Ebola virus disease (EVD) transmission dynamics and community compliance with control measures over time. Understanding these interactions is essential if interventions are to be effective in future outbreaks. We conducted a mixed-methods study to explore these factors in a rural village that experienced sustained EVD transmission in Kailahun District, Sierra Leone.
Countries
Sierra Leone
Subject Area
Ebola
DOI
10.1186/s12889-018-5158-6
Published Date
13-Feb-2018
PubMed ID
29439682
Languages
English
Journal
BMC Public Health
Volume / Issue / Pages
Volume 18, Issue 1
Issue Date
13-Feb-2018
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