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Impact of Bilharziasis on Public Health in the Urban Community of Tchiamba Nzassi Around Cayo Lake

DOI : https://doi.org/10.36349/easjpid.2024.v06i05.002
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Background & Objective: Schistosomiasis remains a public health problem, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa. The disease is closely linked to poverty and environmental factors. Populations who are highly exposed to the fresh water of Cayo Lake on a daily basis are likely to sustain the transmission of the disease. It is therefore necessary to investigate their frequencies in order to combat the perpetuation of schistosomiasis. Methods: This was a cross-sectional study carried out in August 2024 around Lac Cayo, among the inhabitants of Sandza and Tchianda in the urban community of TChiamba Nzassi in Pointe Noire. Schistosoma haematobium was systematically tested in urine samples. Results: This study revealed a 13.6% prevalence of bilharziasis among the 110 individuals tested. The frequency of Schistosomiasis in SANDZA was 05(11.10%) positive out of 45 screened, and 10(15.40%) positive out of 65 screened in Tchianda. Conclusion: Populations living along the shores of Lac Cayo are exposed to and maintain Schistosomiasis caused by Schistosoma haematobium.

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