Identification of tungiasis infection hotspots with a low-cost, high-throughput method for extracting < i > Tunga penetrans < /i > (Siphonaptera) off-host stages from soil samples –An observational study
ConclusionThe indoor sleeping areas are the transmission hotspots for tungiasis in rural homes in Kenya and Uganda and can be targeted for disease control and prevention measures. The soil extraction methods can be used as a simple tool for monitoring direct impact of such interventions.
Source: PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases - Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: Abneel K. Matharu Source Type: research
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