Insights from quantitative analysis and mathematical modelling on the proposed WHO 2030 goals for soil-transmitted helminths [version 1; peer review: 2 approved]

Soil-transmitted helminths (STHs) are a group of parasitic worms that infect humans, causing a wide spectrum of disease, notably anaemia, growth retardation, and delayed cognitive development. The three main STHs are Ascaris lumbricoides, Trichuris trichiura and hookworm (Necator americanus and Ancy...

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Main Author: NTD Modelling Consortium discussion group on soil-transmitted helminths
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: F1000 Research Ltd 2019-10-01
Series:Gates Open Research
Online Access:https://gatesopenresearch.org/articles/3-1632/v1