Snail control as a crucial approach to schistosomiasis elimination: evidence from the People's Republic of China.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Asian schistosomiasis is projected to be eliminated by 2030 according to World Health Organization road map for neglected tropical diseases 2021-2030. Snail control is an important measure but has not yet been systematically evaluated at a country scale. Here, we report the findings from a nationwide survey to demonstrate the dynamics of Oncomelania and its potential role in transmission interruption of schistisomiasis in the People's Republic of China (P.R. China).

Methods

Between March 2016 and December 2017, we conducted a nationwide census on Oncomelania snail habitats in P.R. China. All historically recorded snail habitats were identified and reviewed. Information on habitat attributes, including the infestation of snails, was collected. The shape of habitats

SUBMITTER: Lv S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11846187 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature