The effect of Insecticide Treated Nets (ITNs) on Plasmodium falciparum infection in rural and semi-urban communities in the south west region of Cameroon.
Insecticide Treated Nets (ITNs) have been shown to reduce morbidity and mortality, but coverage and proper utilization continues to be moderate in many parts of sub-Saharan Africa. The gains made through a nationwide free distribution were explored as well as the effect on malaria prevalence in semi...
Main Authors: | Tobias O Apinjoh, Judith K Anchang-Kimbi, Regina N Mugri, Delphine A Tangoh, Robert V Nyingchu, Hanesh F Chi, Rolland B Tata, Charles Njumkeng, Clarisse Njua-Yafi, Eric A Achidi |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Public Library of Science (PLoS)
2015-01-01
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Series: | PLoS ONE |
Online Access: | http://europepmc.org/articles/PMC4340618?pdf=render |
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