High prevalence of schistosomiasis in Mbita and its adjacent islands of Lake Victoria, western Kenya

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Intestinal schistosomiasis continues to be a significant cause of morbidity among communities located around Lake Victoria and on its islands. Although epidemiological surveys have been conducted in other areas bordering the lake in...

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Main Authors: Odiere Maurice R, Rawago Fredrick O, Ombok Maurice, Secor William, Karanja Diana MS, Mwinzi Pauline NM, Lammie Patrick J, Won Kimberly
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-12-01
Series:Parasites & Vectors
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Online Access:http://www.parasitesandvectors.com/content/5/1/278