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Schistosomiasis (Bilharzia) Program
Research
- Use in vivo models for testing resistance.
- Test the schistosomicidal activity of various natural compounds.
- Build schistosomiasis research capacity in a new University in northern Uganda.
- Assessing the efficacy of natural and synthetic compounds on schistosomiasis endemicity levels and transmission (vector control).
Interventions
- Evaluating the efficacy of natural and synthetic compounds on schistosomiasis endemicity levels and transmission (vector control).
- Combination of Mass Drug Administration with Vector control in crater lakes.
- Improved sanitation, mobilization, and health education.
- Mitigating the impact of deforestation, which increases the prevalence and spread of schistosomiasis.
People who appear normal (No distended abdomen) but with damaged liver and oesophagus
Severe effects of Schistosomiasis
Prevalence of infection has either not changed, or changed a little even though control has been ongoing since 2003.
