Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs): Case Study on Gastrointestinal Parasites and Morbidity Indicators in Some Rural Villages of the South Region of Cameroon | Chapter 06 | Current Trends in Disease and Health Vol. 1
Background: Parasitic diseases in tropical regions are important cause of morbidity and mortality. Some groups of infection that sufficient attention has not been attributed to by donors and planners worldwide still exist presently. These infections include schistosomiasis, soil transmited helminthes (STHs), amibiasis etc. Intestinal parasitic infections still constitute major public health threats in many parts of Cameroon. To improve on the different control measures and their effectiveness, continuous surveys are necessary to update epidemiological data. Aim: This study aim to evaluate the transmission level of intestinal parasitosis and morbidity indicators link to infections in inhabitants of Lolodorf Health district in south Cameroon. Informations from such studies will permit to build concrete recommendations for the National control program for these infections. Methodology: A total of 423 participants were recruited for the study. Stool samples were col...