Background Inadequate nutrition; neglected topical diseases; and insufficient water,
sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) are interrelated problems in schools in low-income …

Background It is thought that improving water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) might reduce
the transmission of schistosomes and soil-transmitted helminths, owing to their life cycles …

Objective Current data on soil-transmitted helminth infections, anemia and malnutrition that
are largely neglected is vital to the control and management of them in a specific setting …

Background Soil-transmitted helminthes (STH) infections are among the most common
infections worldwide and affect the most deprived communities. Adequate water, sanitation …

Introduction: This study aimed to determine the prevalence of intestinal helminths, risk
factors and haematocrit values among primary schoolchildren. Methodology: Across …

Background Intestinal parasites are a common problem in the world. The greater proportion
of infections is associated with poor water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH). This study was …

A cross sectional survey was conducted to assess the prevalence rate of intestinal parasites
with emphasis on hookworm infection on apparently healthy 421 elementary school children …

Background: Intestinal parasitic infections (IPIs) are neglected tropical diseases. Sanitation
and hygiene are vital components for achieving sustainable control of intestinal parasitic …

Background: Epidemiological information on the prevalence of various intestinal parasitic
infections in different regions/localities is a prerequisite to develop appropriate control …

Research on associated risk factors for intestinal parasitic infections and malnutrition in
various geographic regions is needed for the development of appropriate control strategies …