Publications by authors named "Tinni A"
Article Synopsis
- - In 2004, Niger launched a control program for schistosomiasis and soil-transmitted helminths, providing 4.3 million treatments to children and adults within two years, primarily through schools and community efforts.
- - A 2006 study analyzed the economic costs of this program, revealing a total cost of $456,718, with treatment costs at $0.58 per person; school-based treatment averaged $0.76 and community distribution $0.46.
- - The effectiveness and costs of treatment approaches vary significantly by region, necessitating a careful analysis of distribution methods and economic impacts in order to optimize future program design.
The performance of several indirect screening tests was evaluated during the start-up phase of a urinary schistosomiasis control program in Niger. Urine tests were carried out on a total of 354 children attending 3 primary schools on five consecutive days. Tests included filtration of 10 ml of urine, search for microscopic hematuria using reagent strips, and gross examination of urine.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFA total of 345 serum samples from pregnant Nigerian women were tested for the presence of anti-rubella antibodies. A technique of inhibition of haemagglutination was used and 40 or more was considered as a positive titer. Rubella antibodies were found in 244 (70.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAn investigation of antitoxoplasma antibodies was performed with ELISA among 218 pregnant women in Niamey (Niger). The overall prevalence is of 15.1%.
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