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Schistosomiasis (Bilharzia) Program
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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.
Prevalence of infection has either not changed, or changed a little even though control has been ongoing since 2003.