Spatial distribution and habitat suitability of Biomphalaria straminea, intermediate host of Schistosoma mansoni, in Guangdong, China

Abstract Background Biomphalaria straminea is an invasive vector in China, posing a significant threat to public health. Understanding the factors affecting the establishment of this snail is crucial to improve our ability to manage its dispersal and potential risk of schistosomiasis transmission. T...

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Published in:Infectious Diseases of Poverty
Main Authors: Ya Yang, Shao-Yu Huang, Fu-Quan Pei, Yue Chen, Qing-Wu Jiang, Zhuo-Hui Deng, Yi-Biao Zhou
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-11-01
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s40249-018-0492-6