Spatial variation and socio-economic determinants of Plasmodium falciparum infection in northeastern Tanzania

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Malaria due to <it>Plasmodium falciparum </it>is the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in Tanzania. According to health statistics, malaria accounts for about 30% and 15% of hospital admissions and deaths, respecti...

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Main Authors: Theander Thor G, Ishengoma Deus S, Francis Filbert, Lusingu John P, Kamugisha Mathias L, Mmbando Bruno P, Lemnge Martha M, Scheike Thomas H
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2011-05-01
Series:Malaria Journal
Online Access:http://www.malariajournal.com/content/10/1/145