Table 6 Themes, categories, and sub-categories structure
| Themes | Categories | Sub-categories |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Direct and indirect effects of malaria | Common health problem |
Dengue fever Malaria episode Health problems in the family Other diseases |
| 2. Perception of malaria |
Information sources Lack of knowledge Understanding of malaria |
Dangerous areas Cause of malaria Fear of malaria infection |
| 3. Self-care |
Preventive behaviors Purchase of personal preventive tools Self-medication Seeking care |
Preventive measures Good practice Emphasizing on repellent and LLIN use |
| 4. Health service delivery |
Process of making decision Health care services |
Field services Referral patients Health facilities which hey access when they get sick |
| 5. Access and use of preventive equipment |
Insufficiency of preventive tools Lack of diagnostic kits and anti-malaria Difficulty in accessing health facilities Difficulty in using bed nets Exposure to malaria |