Valuation of Rabies Vaccination in Dogs in Chad
Author Information
Author(s): Dürr Salome, Meltzer Martin I., Mindekem Rolande, Zinsstag Jakob
Primary Institution: Swiss Tropical Institute, Basel, Switzerland
Hypothesis
What is the association between the amount charged for dog vaccinations and the probability of dog owners vaccinating their dogs against rabies in N’Djaména, Chad?
Conclusion
To achieve over 70% vaccination coverage of dogs and interrupt rabies transmission, health officials need to subsidize vaccinations significantly.
Supporting Evidence
- Canine rabies causes an estimated 55,000 human deaths each year, with a significant portion occurring in Africa.
- The World Health Organization recommends a vaccination coverage of 70% to eliminate rabies in dog populations.
- Owners were more likely to vaccinate their dogs when the cost was less than 1,500 CFA francs.
Takeaway
This study found that dog owners in Chad are willing to pay a small amount for rabies vaccinations, but to get enough dogs vaccinated, the cost needs to be very low.
Methodology
Data was collected from observational studies and a survey of dog owners to estimate the relationship between vaccination fees and compliance.
Limitations
The sample sizes were small, and the survey was short, which may have limited the understanding of owners' willingness to pay.
Participant Demographics
The study included 356 households in N’Djaména, Chad, with a mean age of respondents being 33.7 years.
Statistical Information
Confidence Interval
95% CI 64%–89%
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