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The Prevalence and Factors Associated with Prompt Diagnosis and Treatment of Fever among Under-five Children in Zambia; Evidence from a Country-wide Cross-Sectional Survey

2023-09-05

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<h4>Introduction</h4> Fever is one of the signs of a suspected infection as the body mounts an inflammatory response to fight infections such as malaria, pneumonia and gastroenteritis. Prompt diagnosis of the aetiology of the fever and appropriate treatment can prevent severe disease and mortality. Delayed diagnosis and treatment of infections contribute significantly to the high under-five mortality ratio. This s...

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48fd533d-238e-5303-bf2b-eb6a5550814f
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10.1101/2023.09.05.23295058
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