Modelling strategies to break transmission of lymphatic filariasis - aggregation, adherence and vector competence greatly alter elimination

Abstract Background With ambitious targets to eliminate lymphatic filariasis over the coming years, there is a need to identify optimal strategies to achieve them in areas with different baseline prevalence and stages of control. Modelling can assist in identifying what data should be collected and...

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Main Authors: M. A. Irvine, L. J. Reimer, S. M. Njenga, S. Gunawardena, L. Kelly-Hope, M. Bockarie, T. D. Hollingsworth
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2015-10-01
Series:Parasites & Vectors
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13071-015-1152-3