Risk factors for endemic giardiasis: highlighting the possible association of contaminated water and food
This study was conducted to reassess the risk factors for giardiasis in communities of the Orang Asli (indigenous people) in Pahang, Malaysia. Stool samples were collected from 321 individuals (2-76 years old; 160 mates, 161 females). Data were collected via laboratory analysis of faecal samples and...
Main Authors: | Mahdy, A.K.M., Lim, Y.A.L., Surin, J., Wan, K.L., Al-Mekhlafi, M.S.H. |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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2008
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Online Access: | http://eprints.um.edu.my/4126/1/Mahdy-2008-Risk_factors_for_end.pdf |
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