History of onchocerciasis
Fernández de Castro, J.
Salud Publica de Mexico 21(6): 683-696
1979
ISSN/ISBN: 0036-3634 PMID: 95136 Document Number: 141980
The history of onchocerciasis in Mexico is described in detail and the impact of the control campaign implemented in Chiapas State is discussed.
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