5. Name and Id Name and Id
1.Tilahun-Tesema 044/13 13. Dibora –Molla 054/13
2.Birhanu-Abireham 009/13
3.Dawit-Daniel0 14/13
4.Hirut-Shiferaw 025/13
5.Mesekerem-Tewaji 033/13
6.Mihret –Andualem 034/13
7.Biritukan-Temesegen 011/13
8.Kidist-Tarekegn 055/13
9.Eden-Degoro0 17/13
10.Amanuel-Yosef005/13
11.Bereke-Abera 006/13
12.Dilebo-Ayele015/13
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7. Question :Title
Q1. Triunesh is working in a small village called Shoro. Malaria is a
common health problem in the village. The village people believe that
malaria is caused by a bad sprit and that it is a self-limiting disease.
They do not allow the sick person to take any drugs, because they
believe that if the sick person takes the drug, it makes the disease
worse. Moreover, there is a belief that no one who gets sick from
malaria should go to another place to seek treatment, because they
believe that malaria becomes worse if the sick person leaves their
dwelling area.
To change these beliefs Tirunesh has planned certain health education
activities, and she wants to consult with you on how to develop the most
effective health education messages.
9. (a) When should she prepare the health messages that she is going to
deliver? Why?
Answer;
a)Tirunesh should prepare the health messages that she is going to
deliver before starting her health education activities. This will allow
her to carefully plan and tailor the messages to the specific beliefs,
needs, and cultural context of the village people. According to the
Society for Public Health Education, to successfully communicate a
message, it is important to identify key audiences, develop a message
that is simple, clear, and compelling, research facts that support the
key messages, and spread the message through various channels such
as community meetings, local media, and social media
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10. Cont...
Additionally, she can consider using cell phone-based health
education messaging, including SMS and video text messaging, as
these methods have been found to improve health literacy and are
cost-effective
By incorporating these strategies, Tirunesh can develop effective
health education messages to address the village people's beliefs
about malaria and encourage them to seek appropriate treatment.
12. (B) What should be the content of her
messages?
Answer;
b)Tirunesh's health education messages should focus on the following
key points to address the beliefs and practices related to malaria in the
village:
Debunk the myths: Challenge the beliefs that malaria is caused by
a bad spirit and that it is a self-limiting disease.
Provide scientific information on the actual causes and
transmission of malaria.
Promote preventive measures: Emphasize the importance of
preventive measures, such as using insecticide-treated nets (ITNs),
to reduce the risk of malaria infection.
Early detection and treatment: Encourage the use of early detection
and treatment for malaria to prevent the spread of the disease.
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13. Cont...
Dispel the belief in worsening the disease: Address the belief that
taking drugs worsens malaria. Provide information on the
appropriate use of antimalarial medications and their benefits in
reducing the severity of the disease.
Emphasize the importance of seeking medical help: Encourage the
village people to seek medical help for malaria treatment,
debunking the belief that leaving the dwelling area worsens the
disease.
Strengthen health systems: Advocate for the improvement of health
systems in the village, ensuring adequate funding and resources for
quality healthcare.
Tailor messages to the local setting: Ensure that the health
education messages are tailored to the local context, taking into
account the specific beliefs and practices of the village people
15. Cont...
Improve surveillance and monitoring: Encourage the
implementation of strong surveillance systems to monitor malaria
cases and track the effectiveness of prevention and treatment
efforts
Involve the community: Engage the community in the health
education process, encouraging active participation and
collaboration in malaria control efforts
Monitor and evaluate: Regularly assess the effectiveness of the
health education interventions and adjust the messages as needed
to ensure their relevance and impact on the village people
17. (C) What consideration should she take into
account when preparing her messages?
Answer;
C)Tirunesh should consider several factors when preparing her
health education messages to change the beliefs about malaria in the
village Shoro: Cultural beliefs and values: Tirunesh should be aware
of the cultural beliefs and values of the village, such as the idea that
malaria is caused by a bad spirit and that it is a self-limiting disease
This understanding will help her tailor her messages to address the
specific concerns and beliefs of the community.
Local language and terminology: Tirunesh should use local language
and terminology to communicate her messages effectively. This will
help the community understand the information better and make it
more relatable to their experiences.
19. Cont...
Simplicity and clarity: Tirunesh should keep her messages simple
and clear, focusing on the most important aspects of malaria
prevention and treatment. This will make it easier for the
community to grasp the information and remember it.
Positive reinforcement: Tirunesh should emphasize the benefits of
seeking treatment and not leaving the village for it. This can help
dispel the belief that leaving the village worsens the disease.
Community engagement: Tirunesh should involve the community
in the development of the health education messages, ensuring
that they are relevant and effective. This can help build trust and
encourage the community to participate in the health education
activities.
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20. Cont...
Monitoring and evaluation: Tirunesh should monitor and
evaluate the effectiveness of her health education messages,
making adjustments as needed. This will help ensure that the
messages are reaching the intended audience and making a
positive impact on the community's health beliefs and
practices.
By considering these factors, Tirunesh can develop effective
health education messages that address the specific beliefs
and concerns of the community in Shoro, ultimately helping
to improve the village's understanding of malaria and its
prevention and treatment.
22. D) List the sort of health education activities
that she should record
Answer;
d)Tirunesh should record the following health education activities to
effectively change the beliefs about malaria in the village of Shoro:
Community Workshops: Organize workshops to educate the
community about the true causes of malaria, its symptoms, and the
importance of seeking treatment. These workshops can also
address misconceptions about malaria, such as the belief that
taking drugs worsens the disease
School-based Programs: Engage children as health messengers to
disseminate information about malaria to the community. This
approach has been effective in engaging both children and adults
in learning about malaria and promoting positive health
practices
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23. Cont...
Training Sessions: Conduct training sessions for community
members, focusing on the importance of early diagnosis and
treatment of malaria. These sessions can also address the use of
preventive measures such as insecticide-treated bed nets and
environmental sanitation
Use of Visual Aids: Provide visual aids such as posters and picture
charts to illustrate key messages about malaria transmission,
prevention, and treatment. These visual aids can be used in
schools and community centers to reinforce health education
messages
Door-to-Door Campaigns: Organize door-to-door campaigns to
reach community members who may not be able to attend
workshops or training sessions. This approach can help ensure
that health education messages reach a wide audience
25. Cont...
Involvement of Local Leaders: Engage local leaders and
traditional healers in the health education activities to gain their
support and help dispel misconceptions about malaria
By implementing these health education activities, Tirunesh can
effectively change the beliefs about malaria in the village of Shoro
and promote positive health practices to prevent and treat malaria.
27. (E) Why is it important for her to record all of
her health education activities?
Answer;
e)Tirunesh should record all of her health education activities for
several reasons:
Monitoring progress: Recording all health education activities
allows Tirunesh to track the progress of her sessions and evaluate
her performance and achievement This can help her identify areas
for improvement and ensure that her health education messages
are reaching the intended audience.
Accountability: Documenting her health education activities
makes Tirunesh accountable for her work and helps her report her
progress to relevant stakeholders, such as local health centers and
the woreda health office
29. Cont...
This can help build trust and credibility with the community and
the organizations she collaborates with.
Learning and improvement: By recording her health education
activities, Tirunesh can learn from her experiences and improve
her approach to health education. This can help her become more
effective in addressing the health issues in the village and
ultimately lead to better health outcomes for the community.
Sharing best practices: Recording her health education activities
can help Tirunesh share her successes and challenges with other
health workers and organizations. This can lead to the adoption of
best practices and the development of new strategies for addressing
health issues in the village
31. Cont...
Resource allocation: Documenting her health education activities
can help Tirunesh identify the resources needed for her work,
such as materials, personnel, and funding.
This can help her allocate resources more effectively and ensure
that her health education activities are well-supported.
33. Conclusion
By carefully preparing her health education messages,
considering the beliefs and needs of the community, and
implementing a variety of education activities, Tirunesh will have a
better chance of successfully changing the beliefs and behaviors
related to malaria in the village of Shoro. Recording her activities
will not only help her track progress and evaluate effectiveness but
also enable her to share her experiences and contribute to the
larger efforts of combating malaria.
35. Reference
World Health Organization. (2005). Developing health and family
planning print materials for low-literate audiences: A guide. World
Health Organization
CDC - Implementing Effective Health Education Strategies
