2024
Yes
Test-treat-track-test-treat (5T) approach for Schistosoma haematobium elimination on Pemba Island, Tanzania
https://doi.org/10.1186/s12879-024-09549-w
Trippler, Lydia
Africa
Experimental
Observational
Students
Other
Elementary (K-5)
Parasites
Infections
Interventions
Case finding
Elimination
Interruption of transmission
Mass drug administration
Schistosomiasis
s. haematobium
surveillance-response
test-and-treat
Test-treat-track-test-treat
Zanzibar
This study tested a 5T (test-treat-track-test-treat) approach to eliminate Schistosoma haematobium in low-prevalence Tanzanian areas. Combining school, household, and waterbody interventions, the strategy maintained low infection rates and supports elimination.
2024