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This research aims to assess the prevalence of malaria and identify associated determinants among individuals showing symptoms.

June 13, 2026Malaria JournalOpen Access

Assessment of malaria prevalence and determinants among clinically suspected individuals attending Dejen Primary Hospital, East Gojjam Zone, northwest Ethiopia

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Cross-sectional study assesses malaria prevalence in symptomatic individuals, suggesting public health interventions.

This research aims to assess the prevalence of malaria and identify associated determinants among individuals showing symptoms.
Conducted a facility-based cross-sectional study from April to November 2024
Enrolled 385 individuals presenting malaria-related symptoms at Dejen Primary Hospital
Performed multivariable logistic regression to identify key determinants of malaria infection
Overall, 46.2% of participants tested positive for malaria
Plasmodium falciparum accounted for 56.1% of malaria cases
Individuals without formal education had higher odds of malaria (AOR = 2.16; 95% CI 0.46-3.28; p = 0.001)

Emnetu et al. (2026) studied this question.

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