Tahir Eyayu, Gashaw Yimer, Lemma Workineh, Tegenaw Tiruneh, Meslo Sema, Biruk Legese, Andargachew Almaw, Yenealem Solomon, Birhanemaskal Malkamu, Ermias Sisay Chanie, Dejen Getaneh Feleke, Melkamu Senbeta Jimma, Seada Hassen, Aragaw Tesfaw
BACKGROUND: Soil-transmitted helminths (STH) are one of the most common infections affecting underprivileged populations in low- and middle-income countries. Ascaris lumbricoides, Trichuris trichiura, and hookworm are the three main species that infect people. School children are the most vulnerable groups for STH infections due to their practice of walking and playing barefoot, poor personal hygiene, and environmental sanitation. However, evidence is limited in the study area. So, this study aimed to assess the current prevalence, infection intensity, and associated risk factors of STHs among school children in Tachgayint woreda, Northcentral Ethiopia...
2022: PloS One