A national survey of the prevalence of schistosomiasis and soil transmitted helminths in Malaŵi

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Past estimates have put the prevalence of schistosomiasis between 40% and 50% in the Malawi population overall based on studies undertaken ten years or more ago. More recent surveys in known high risk areas find similar levels. Howev...

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Main Authors: Shaba Bina, Purcell Bernadette, Bowie Cameron, Makaula Peter, Perez Maria
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2004-11-01
Series:BMC Infectious Diseases
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/4/49