The role of the primary health care system in prevention, control and elimination of schistosomiasis in Burundi Universiteit Antwerpen
Schistosomiasis is a major public health problem in the world, especially in (sub)tropical countries. It affects more than 78 countries in the world, of which more than 90% are in sub-Saharan Africa. Linked to poverty, its consequences are of great importance for individuals, households, communities and countries. In Burundi, the disease is known for several decades. Only S. mansoni is endemic in the country. The main objective of this thesis ...