This indicator reflects the proportion of children under the age of five who utilized insecticide-treated nets (ITNs) for sleeping the night prior to the survey, providing a crucial measure of preventative health practices in malaria-endemic regions. High usage rates of ITNs among this vulnerable age group are
essential for reducing malaria transmission and related mortality, as young children are particularly susceptible to severe malaria infections. Tracking this metric not only highlights public health initiatives focused on distributing and promoting ITN usage but also signals the community's awareness and
proactive measures to safeguard children's health. Analyzing trends over time can reveal the effectiveness of intervention strategies and inform future health policies aimed at maternal and child health.
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