Objective: To understand the migration regulation, knowledge of schistosomiasis control and infection status of migrant population in mountainous regions.

Method: Migrants from history heavy endemic villages of schistosomiasis were selected by the convenience sampling method, then they were investigated by questionnaire and fecal examination.

Results: A total of 884 migrants were investigated, the infection rate was 2.49%, and the awareness rate of knowledge on schistosomiasis control was 43.94%. Most of the migrant places were in schistosomiasis endemic areas, and those who accepted the examination and treatment of schistosomiasis accounted for a low percentage. The compliance rate of schistosomiasis examinations and treatment of migrant population was low. The general time of returning hometown was around the Chinese Spring Festival.

Conclusion: As one of the key population of schistosomiasis control, the control work on migrants should be strengthened.

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