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Prevalence of onchocerciasis and epilepsy in a Tanzanian region after a prolonged community-directed treatment with ivermectin

Vivian Mushi
Paul M. Hayuma
William Matuja
Charles R. Newton
Henrika Kimambo
Bruno P. Mmbando
Josemir W. Sander
Robert Colebunders
Winifrida Kidima
Arjune Sen
Isolide S. Massawe
Dan Bhwana
Athanas Mhina
Hillary Sebukoto
Willison Ngasa
Joel Sengerema
Williams H. Makunde
J. Helen Cross
EPInA Study Group

20242 citationsOpen accessUniversity of Dar es Salaam

Abstract

Despite ivermectin use for 25 years, the prevalence of onchocerciasis and epilepsy remains high. It is crucial to strengthen bi-annual ivermectin treatment and initiate interventions targeting vectors to control onchocerciasis and epilepsy in the area.

Research topics

Parasitic Diseases Research and Treatment
Parasite Biology and Host Interactions
Parasites and Host Interactions

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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pntd.0012470

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