Multidimensional complexities of filariasis control in an era of large-scale mass drug administration programmes: a can of worms

Multidimensional complexities of filariasis control in an era of large-scale mass drug administration programmes: a can of worms

Abstract The impact of control and elimination programmes by mass drug administration (MDA) targeting onchocerciasis and lymphatic filariasis (LF) in sub-Saharan Africa over the last two decades has resulted in significantly reduced prevalence and intensity of infection, with some areas interrupting...

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Main Authors: David H Molyneux, Adrian Hopkins, Mark H Bradley, Louise A Kelly-Hope
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2014-08-01
Series:Parasites & Vectors
Subjects:
Onchocerciasis
Lymphatic filariasis
LF
Loa loa
Loiasis
Soil transmitted helminths
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/1756-3305-7-363

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