Abstract
The success of the Onchocerciasis Control Programme is undeniable and exemplary, say the authors, but it is too early to claim victory against river blindness.
Publication types
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Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
MeSH terms
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Africa / epidemiology
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Antiparasitic Agents / therapeutic use*
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Community Health Services
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Cost of Illness
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Developing Countries* / statistics & numerical data
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Global Health
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Health Care Costs
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Humans
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International Cooperation
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Ivermectin / therapeutic use*
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Onchocerciasis, Ocular / drug therapy
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Onchocerciasis, Ocular / epidemiology
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Onchocerciasis, Ocular / prevention & control*
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Socioeconomic Factors
Substances
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Antiparasitic Agents
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Ivermectin