Publications by authors named "S Ame"
Impact of chemical snail control on intermediate host snail populations for urogenital schistosomiasis elimination in Pemba, Tanzania: findings of a 3-year intervention study.
Parasit Vectors
November 2024
Article Synopsis
- The World Health Organization (WHO) aims to eliminate schistosomiasis globally by 2030, with chemical control of the Bulinus snail species being a key strategy for reducing transmission on Pemba Island, Tanzania.
- Conducted malacological surveys among water bodies over three years found that the presence of Bulinus was influenced by environmental factors, with a notable decrease in their presence following niclosamide treatment.
- The study observed variable infestation levels across different hotspots and identified a pattern where some water bodies saw recurring Bulinus even after initial control measures were applied.
Background: Elimination of schistosomiasis as a public health problem and interruption of transmission in selected areas are goals set by the World Health Organization for 2030. Behaviour change communication (BCC), coupled with other interventions, is considered an essential measure to reduce the transmission of Schistosoma infection. Focusing on elimination, we assessed the 1-year impact of BCC interventions on schistosomiasis-related knowledge, attitude and practices (KAP) of schoolchildren in hotspot schools versus low-prevalence schools that did not receive the interventions.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: After decades of praziquantel mass drug administration (MDA), several countries approach schistosomiasis elimination. Continuing MDA in largely uninfected populations no longer seems justified. Alternative interventions to maintain the gains or accelerate interruption of transmission are needed.
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- Zanzibar has made significant progress in schistosomiasis control, achieving a reduction in Schistosoma haematobium prevalence from over 50% to below 5% in 2020, improving the health of its population.
- The systematic review of 153 records from 1928 to 2022 highlights key milestones, remaining challenges, and the importance of integrated interventions for the elimination of urogenital schistosomiasis.
- With ongoing commitments and focused strategies, achieving the interruption of S. haematobium transmission by 2030 is a realistic goal, potentially influencing broader efforts across sub-Saharan Africa.
Article Synopsis
- Primary myelofibrosis (PMF) and polycythaemia vera (PV) are uncommon blood disorders that can lead to serious complications like blood clots, bleeding, and potentially cancer.
- These conditions exhibit diverse biological and clinical characteristics, making their management in everyday medical practice quite variable.
- The review offers a recent perspective on diagnosing, predicting outcomes, and treating PMF and PV, highlighting how a group of experts in France applies research findings to standard healthcare practices.