The Predictors of Liver Fluke Infection-Preventive Behaviors, Khon Kaen Province: A Structural Equation Model

Key Points

• The research aims to identify predictors of liver fluke infection-preventive behaviors using the Health Belief Model (HBM).
• Conducted a survey to assess preventive behaviors and predictors.
• Employed structural equation modeling to analyze data.
• Identified key factors influencing preventive behaviors.
• Significant predictors included HBM constructs, age, and education.
• Non-smoking status and living with non-raw fish consumers were also influential.
• Public health campaigns should tailor interventions for specific demographics.