Assessment of Helminth Contamination and Associated Public Health Risk in Water Sources in Imiringi, Bayelsa State, Nigeria

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Study reports 41.3% helminth contamination in water sources of Bayelsa State, highlighting severe public health risks.

41.3% of water samples were infested with helminths, posing significant health risks for residents.
Helminths like Ascaris, Strongyloides, and Triuris were identified as prevalent in local water sources.
Assessments were performed using sodium chloride sedimentation on 150 water samples collected.
Adherence to sanitation policies can reduce helminth transmission and improve community health.

EKINE et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Study reports 41.3% helminth contamination in water sources of Bayelsa State, highlighting severe public health risks.

41.3% of water samples were infested with helminths, posing significant health risks for residents.
Helminths like Ascaris, Strongyloides, and Triuris were identified as prevalent in local water sources.
Assessments were performed using sodium chloride sedimentation on 150 water samples collected.
Adherence to sanitation policies can reduce helminth transmission and improve community health.

EKINE et al. (2025) studied this question.

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