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Epidemic Characteristics of Schistosomiasis - China, 2016-2023.

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: What is already known about this topic?: is the predominant pathogenic species, and transmission control criteria were successfully achieved nationwide in 2015. What is added by this report?: snail vector distribution. Serological findings at both provincial and county levels demonstrate persistently elevated seropositive rates in specific regions despite overall progress. What are the implications for public health practice?: Development of highly sensitive diagnostic tools for low-intensity infections is essential, while intelligent early warning systems and multi-channel surveillance mechanisms must be strengthened to achieve the goal of schistosomiasis elimination in China.

Source: PubMed

DOI: 10.46234/ccdcw2025.077

Authors: Lijuan Zhang, Shizhen Li, Jing Xu, Chunli Cao, Shizhu Li

Institutions: National Institute for Parasitic Diseases, Chinese Center For Disease Control and Prevention, Shanghai Jiao Tong University

Language: English

Topic: Parasites and Host Interactions

Subfield: Parasitology

Field: Immunology and Microbiology

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W4410456166

FWCI: 1.678

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