The uncertain burden of Plasmodium falciparum epidemics in Africa

The uncertain burden of Plasmodium falciparum epidemics in Africa

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Although the control of malaria epidemics has been a priority for the World Health Organization and other agencies for many years, surprisingly little is known about the public health burden of these epidemics. Here, we evaluate the available evidence of the morbidity and mortality impacts of indivi...

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Autori principali:	Cox, J, Hay, S, Abeku, T, Checchi, F, Snow, R
Natura:	Journal article
Lingua:	English
Pubblicazione:	Elsevier 2007
Soggetti:	Infectious diseases Africa Tropical medicine Epidemiology Malaria

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