Malaria parasitemia and its association with CD4 cells, viral load and haematological parameters among HIV-infected children < 15 years in the Bonasssama Health District, Douala, Cameroon: Prevalence and risk factors.

Background: One of the major causes of morbidity and death in children is malaria, and HIV infection and other factors may make the situation worse. This study aimed to assess the prevalence of malaria parasitemia among HIV-infected children under 15 years in the Bonassama Health District, Douala, Cameroon, and investigate its association with CD4 cell counts, viral load, and haematological parameters.

Methods: The study was a cross-sectional study involving 287 HIV-infected children <15 years and convenient sampling was used to enrol participants.

Prevalence and Predictors Associated to Infection among Patients Attending the Saint Jean de Malte Hospital, Njombe, Littoral Region, Cameroon.

Background: Schistosomiasis remains a major public health concern in sub-Saharan Africa. It has been associated to morbidity and mortality in developing countries including Cameroon, and Njombe-Penja health district is an endemic area. This study is aimed at determining the prevalence and risk factors of infection among patients attending the Saint Jean de Malte Hospital, Njombe.