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Periodic deworming practice in Sri Lanka: Is it based on evidence, misconceptions or commercialism?

Abstract

Geo-helminth (“worm”) infections are a universal health problem which predominantly affects the impoverished and underdeveloped communities in the developing world. Geo-helminths commonly infect the gastrointestinal tract of humans and result in significant morbidity particularly among preschool and school children1. Here we review the changing epidemiology of intestinal geo-helminth infections and critically evaluate the perception and practice of periodic deworming, the economic impact and the present public health interventions in controlling the disease burden in Sri Lanka.

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Type
Journal Article
Author
Mettananda S
De Silva H