Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices regarding Dengue among 305 Pregnant Women at the Angré University Hospital Center

Objective: To assess the knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding dengue fever among pregnant women in order to improve care in this population group. Study Population and Methods: This was a cross-sectional, descriptive study conducted from January 1, 2025, to September 30, 2025, at the Angré University Hospital Center. The study population consisted of pregnant women who consulted at this center. Those with a gestational age of ≥11 weeks of amenorrhea and a dating ultrasound were included in the study. The questionnaire was administered using Google Forms. There were five possible answers according to the Likert scale, with a threshold of 60% for correct answers. Sociodemographic characteristics, knowledge, attitudes, and practices were the variables considered. Results: The study included 305 pregnant women. The mean age was 34.46 years (±4.027). 53.11% of the patients had given birth less than five times, and 51.80% worked in the informal sector. 59.34% resided in the Cocody district. The level of knowledge regarding dengue transmission was 90.16%, and 1.97% were aware of maternal and fetal complications. 84.26% of the pregnant women did not change their household water supply. 63.28% of the pregnant women did not sleep under mosquito nets. Conclusion: Pregnant women have good knowledge about dengue fever, but this does not impact their attitudes and practices. Pregnancy, which allows for monthly visits to health centers, should be an opportunity for healthcare professionals to raise awareness in order to bring about a change in behavior.