Study of behavior to prevent leptospirosis of the population at risk

Abstract

          This research aimed to study the behavior of leptospirosis prevention in terms of knowledge, attitude, and practice regarding disease prevention in the population at risk of leptospirosis infection, Ban Samrong Mai Thai Charoen, Village No. 21, Bakdong Subdistrict, Khun Han District, Si Sa Ket Province. The research was conducted between January 3, 2024 and March 20, 2024. The data collection used a questionnaire with a sample of 80 people. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, including mean, percentage, frequency, and standard deviation.
           The data that was analyzed found that the majority of the sample was male, 63 percent. Most of the age groups were over 55 years old, accounting for 33 percent. Most occupations were farmers, 87.5 percent. In terms of knowledge about leptospirosis. When the information obtained was analyzed It was found that the majority of the sample had a high level of knowledge, 63.7%, in terms of attitudes regarding the causes, symptoms, and prevention of disease. It was found that the majority of the sample had a good attitude, 92.5%, regarding their practices to prevent leptospirosis. When the data was analyzed, it was found that the behavior of the majority of the sample group was at a good level, 82.5 percent. When considering the behavioral data in each aspect of the sample group, the majority was at a good level. But there are still samples of people who behave incorrectly. Even though this group is small. You should find guidelines or create measures to change correct behavior.