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Burden of soil transmitted helminthiases in primary school children in Migori County, Kenya
Ng’ang’a, M; Matendechero, S; Kariuki, L; Omondi, W; Makworo, N; Owiti, PO; Kizito, W; Tweya, H; Edwards, JK; Takarinda, KC; Ogutu, Omondi (2016-10)Background: Soil-transmitted helminthiases cause a substantial yet under-appreciated public health burden. School age children harbour the heaviest burden. Infected children experience growth stunting and diminished physical ... -
Spatial distribution and co-infection with urogenital and intestinal schistosomiasis among primary school children in Migori County, Kenya
Ng’ang’a, M; Matendechero, S; Kariuki, L; Omondi, W; Makworo, N; Owiti, PO; Kizito, W; Tweya, H; Edwards, JK; Takarinda, KC; Ogutu, Omondi (2016-10)Background: Schistosomiasis is the most prevalent helminthic infection in sub-Saharan Africa. School age children have the highest burden. Chronic schistosome infections in children can have irreversible effects lasting ...