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Objective To study the epidemiological characteristics of measles in Fuyong Street in order to predict its occurrence and reduce its incidence by establishing preventive and control measures.Methods Epidemiological data in Fuyong Street between 2003 and 2007 were analyzed.Results The result showed that 393 measles cases were reported in the whole street during 2003 and 2007,329 were confirmed by laboratory,and 60 were local cases.The measles annual average incidence was 18.29/100 000.The high incidence period was from March to August and the most measles cases were young adults and infants.30.79% cases had no immunization history and 24.68% cases had immunization history.Conclusions The incidence of measles is kept at a high level.It will go on possibly for half a year or a year.A comprehensive control measures should be thaken to strengthen vaccination program especially for foreign people and to reinforce the surveillance and analysis of epidemic situation in order to avoid the outbreak of the disease.
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Objective To compare the efficacy and safety of ivermectin with metronidazole in patients with intestinal acariasis.Methods 24 patients with typical intestinal acariasis were selected and divided into two groups,each group had 12 members.Double-blind,randomized clinical trial of ivermectin versus metronidazole was assigned.Results 24 patients completed 3 courses.The total cure rate of ivermectin and metronidazole were 100%(12/12) and 25%(3/12),respectively.There was statistical difference between the two groups(P