Scabies prevalence after ivermectin-based mass drug administration for lymphatic filariasis, Samoa 2018 –2019

ConclusionsWe found moderate prevalence of scabies in two population-representative surveys conducted within 8 months of the 2018 MDA for lymphatic filariasis. Prevalence appeared to increase between the surveys, and ongoing surveillance is recommended, particularly in young children.
Source: PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases - Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: Source Type: research