Should We Take Them or Leave Them? A Qualitative Study to Understand the Social Cultural and Ethical Issues Associated With the Lifecycle Management of Insecticide-Treated Nets in Tanzania

摘要

Insecticide-treated nets (ITNs) are highly effective in reducing morbidity and mortality from malaria. However, it is widely accepted that ITNs – if not re-treated – lose their effectiveness with time and eventually need to be replaced. This study sought to determine the social, ethical, and cultural issues related to the lifecycle of ITNs, which includes net ownership, usage, maintenance, reuse, recycling, disposal, and replacement.