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March 21, 2026PLoS neglected tropical diseases1 citationsOpen Access

Prevalence, infection intensity, and risk factors of soil-transmitted helminthiasis and intestinal schistosomiasis among schoolchildren in Southern Ethiopia

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FBFisseha BonjaHawassa UniversityBEBerhanu ErkoMAMusa Mohammed AliHawassa University

Key Points

  • The research aims to determine the prevalence and risk factors associated with soil-transmitted helminthiasis and schistosomiasis among schoolchildren.
  • Survey conducted in Southern Ethiopia targeting schoolchildren.
  • Assessment of infection prevalence and intensity.
  • Evaluation of hygiene practices and deworming coverage.
  • More than one-third of schoolchildren were found infected with STHs and Schistosoma mansoni.
  • Infection rates correlated with poor hygiene and inadequate deworming.
  • Access to contaminated water sources increased the likelihood of infections.

Abstract

Overall, soil-transmitted helminthiasis (STHs) and Schistosoma mansoni remain significant public health concerns in the study area, affecting more than one-third of schoolchildren. Infections were strongly associated with poor hygiene practices, inadequate deworming coverage, and exposure to contaminated water sources. This highlights the need for improved hygiene, health education, and deworming programs.

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Bonja et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69be35a96e48c4981c6740dchttps://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pntd.0014115
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