Prevalence of Schistosoma mansoni infection among fishermen in Busega district, Tanzania
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0276395
Abstract: Background Schistosoma (S.) mansoni infection is endemic in all regions around Lake Victoria and affects all age groups to different degrees. In most endemic areas, less attention has been paid to determining the prevalence of… read more here.
Keywords: among fishermen; prevalence; infection; mansoni infection ... See more keywords
Burden and risk factors for Schistosoma mansoni infection among primary school children: A quantitative school-based cross-sectional survey in Busega district, Northern Tanzania
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0280180
Abstract: Background Intestinal schistosomiasis is one of the most common neglected tropical diseases in Tanzania. Despite massive praziquantel administration, data from Northern Tanzania have reported a prevalence of up to 93.2%. Because the disease is focal,… read more here.
Keywords: infection; primary school; northern tanzania; busega district ... See more keywords