An Analysis of Geospatial Patterns and Diarrhoeal Prevalence in Children Under Five: A Case Study of Matungulu and Mavoko Sub-Counties, Kenya

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A high prevalence rate of diarrhoea, affecting 34% of children under five, was observed in Mavoko and Matungulu.
Mavoko exhibited a higher rate of 37%, compared to Matungulu's 27%, indicating significant geographic variability.
Spatial statistical techniques, including Moran’s I and Getis-Ord Gi*, were employed to analyze distribution patterns.
This analysis underscores the importance of targeted interventions in high-prevalence areas to improve child health outcomes.

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Analysis traces high diarrhoea prevalence in children under five in Mavoko and Matungulu, highlighting intervention needs.

Manetu et al. (2025) studied this question.

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