The Perspective of Scabies Prevention Education Methods on Knowledge and Reducing The Prevalence of Scabies

Background: Scabies remains a significant public health issue globally, particularly in crowded settings such as boarding schools and prisons, with prevalence rates ranging between 32.1% to 74%. Despite updated diagnostic and treatment strategies, scabies is still classified as a neglected tropical disease, necessitating continuous and innovative control efforts. Objectives: This study aims to systematically review and analyze the perspective and effectiveness of various educational methods used for scabies prevention, focusing on their impact on enhancing knowledge and reducing disease prevalence. Methods: A systematic literature review was conducted by searching major databases (including PubMed, ScienceDirect, and Google Scholar) for studies published between 2000 and 2024. The search utilized keywords related to "Scabies," "Education," "Knowledge," "Method," and "Prevalence." A total of 17 relevant research articles meeting the inclusion criteria were selected for analysis. Results: All reviewed studies consistently reported a significant increase in participant knowledge regarding scabies prevention following educational intervention. The most dominant educational method employed was Lectures (76.5%), often combined with interactive discussions (41.2%) and multimedia. Crucially, studies that tracked clinical outcomes showed that improved knowledge and adherence to preventive practices correlated with a tangible reduction in scabies prevalence, confirming the value of education as a non-pharmacological control strategy. Conclusion: Educational interventions are effective tools for enhancing public knowledge and reducing scabies prevalence, particularly when utilizing a combination of traditional and interactive methods. Future efforts should prioritize continuous, culturally sensitive education, and peer-group strategies to sustain long-term behavioral change.