Table 2.
Behaviors and practices of adolescents and adults on short-term international missions
| Behaviors and practices | Total | < 18 years | ≥ 18 years | P value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| n (%) | n (%) | n (%) | ||
| Malaria prevention measures | ||||
| Took malaria chemoprophylaxis | 176 (74.6) | 70 (80.5) | 106 (71.1) | 0.11 |
| Wore long-sleeved shirts | 102 (43.2) | 54 (62.2) | 48 (32.2) | < 0.001 |
| Used insect repellent | 182 (77.1) | 75 (86.2) | 107 (71.8) | 0.011 |
| Used bed net | 47 (19.9) | 18 (20.7) | 29 (19.5) | 0.82 |
| Closed windows | 67 (28.4) | 24 (27.6) | 43 (28.9) | 0.83 |
| Walked bare foot | 73 (31.1) | 33 (37.9) | 40 (27.0) | 0.08 |
| Sun protection measures | ||||
| Used sun screen | 182 (77.1) | 67 (77.0) | 115 (77.2) | 0.98 |
| Wore long-sleeved shirt | 102 (43.2) | 28 (32.2) | 74 (49.7) | 0.009 |
| Wore hat and sunglasses | 142 (60.2) | 50 (57.5) | 92 (61.7) | 0.52 |
| Had animal contact | 34 (14.5) | 14 (16.1) | 20 (13.5) | 0.59 |