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To evaluate the effectiveness of a community-based social innovation for preventing Opisthorchis viverrini and cholangiocarcinoma in high-risk areas of Thailand.

January 24, 2026Open Access

Effectiveness of a Community-Based Social Innovation for Opisthorchis viverrini and Cholangiocarcinoma Prevention in High-Risk Areas of Thailand

Key Points

To evaluate the effectiveness of a community-based social innovation for preventing Opisthorchis viverrini and cholangiocarcinoma in high-risk areas of Thailand.
Implemented a community-based social innovation approach
Targeted high-risk areas for intervention
Aligned with national disease prevention strategies
Significantly improved prevention outcomes for Opisthorchis viverrini and cholangiocarcinoma
Demonstrated feasibility and scalability of the intervention
Highlighted potential for digital adaptation for wider reach

Abstract

This community-based social innovation significantly improved OV and CCA prevention outcomes in a high-risk area. The approach is feasible, scalable, and aligned with national strategies for participatory disease prevention. Further studies should explore its long-term impact and the potential for digital adaptation for broader dissemination.

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Thongchai et al. (Thu,) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6974610cbb9d90c67120aef2 https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.31557/apjcp.2026.27.1.353

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