Management of onchocerciasis among adolescents in nkwanta north district of Ghana: Qualitative study of adolescents ’ perception, community and health system support
ConclusionInadequate education and communication about onchocerciasis resulted in diverse and erroneous meanings of onchocerciasis among community members. Our research recognises that community and health system supports is very important in the effective management of Onchocerciasis, contributing to the attainment of Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 3.3, which is targeted at ending the epidemic of NTDs like onchocerciasis by 2030.
Source: PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases - Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: Sitsofe Gbogbo Source Type: research
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