[Strengthening the achievements of schistosomiasis control in hilly regions of China]

Zhongguo Xue Xi Chong Bing Fang Zhi Za Zhi. 2011 Feb;23(1):10-3.
[Article in Chinese]

Abstract

In this paper we summarize the epidemiological characteristics, trends, and control achievements of schistosomiasis in hilly regions of China, as well as analyze the challenges of schistosomiasis control in these areas after transmission control, and further explore the control measures and strategies in the post-transmission control period to strengthen the control achievements and sustainable development with the ultimate goal of achieving transmission interruption.

Publication types

  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Achievement
  • Animals
  • China / epidemiology
  • Disease Reservoirs / parasitology
  • Humans
  • Schistosoma / physiology
  • Schistosomiasis / epidemiology
  • Schistosomiasis / parasitology
  • Schistosomiasis / prevention & control*
  • Schistosomiasis / transmission*
  • Snails / parasitology*