Community attitudes and the lack of involvement by the community have been significant factors contributing to the failure of vector control schemes (13-16). One study concluded that the community should be involved in both the development and implementation of vector control programmes in order for these schemes to reach their full potential, and improve their sustainability (14). Knowledge and awareness of the disease is also important with regards to recognizing the signs and symptoms so that prompt treatment can be sought, if necessary (2).
This study intends to explore young people's knowledge, attitudes and practices regarding dengue fever in Trinidad and Tobago, and to identify what measures, if any, the community takes toward vector control of the disease.