THỰC TRẠNG KIẾN THỨC VÀ NHU CẦU TIẾP NHẬN THÔNG TIN VỀ BỆNH TAY CHÂN MIỆNG CỦA NGƯỜI CHĂM SÓC CHÍNH TRẺ DƯỚI 5 TUỔI TẠI THÀNH PHỐ YÊN BÁI, TỈNH YÊN BÁI NĂM 2024

Abstract

Objectives: To describe the status of knowledge and the need for receiving information regarding hand, foot, and mouth disease among primary caregivers of children < 5 years of age in Yen Bai City, Yen Bai Province, in 2024. Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted on 275 primary caregivers of children < 5 years of age to assess their knowledge and information-seeking needs regarding hand, foot, and mouth disease from March to December 2024. Results: The proportion of primary caregivers who had adequate knowledge about hand, foot, and mouth disease was 14.5%. No statistically significant associations were found between caregivers’ personal characteristics and their level of knowledge. 82.7% of caregivers expressed a desire or a strong desire to receive information about the disease. Conclusion: The proportion of primary caregivers of children < 5 years of age in Yen Bai City who had adequate knowledge about hand, foot, and mouth disease was low. Most caregivers expressed a need for better access to disease information. Therefore, communication activities should be implemented using a diversified approach, combining digital technology with direct communication to enhance the effectiveness of disease prevention and control within the community.