Eliminating onchocerciasis as a public health problem

Thylefors, B.

Tropical Medicine and International Health Tm and Ih 9(4): A1-A3

2004


ISSN/ISBN: 1360-2276
PMID: 15078274
DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-3156.2004.01226.x
Document Number: 258171
The epidemiology, disease transmission, disease control, and vector control of onchocerciasis are briefly discussed. The onchocerciasis control programmes implemented in Africa and Latin America emphasize partnership-building with agencies and non-governmental organizations and feature an effective ivermectin donation programme.

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